Hi friends,

These Faux Jadeite Ornaments almost look like the real thing! They are so simple to make and will look so pretty on your tree. 🎄

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You’ll need some clear plastic ball ornaments. Mine measure 2.25 inches in diameter. I used textured ones (I found them at Hobby Lobby last Christmas season) but I think the plain ornaments would be just as pretty. You’ll also need acrylic paint in a color that mimics jadeite. I used DecoArt Americana acrylic paint in Sage Mint.

First pop off the silver top of the ornament. Then squeeze some paint into the ornament. Swirl the paint around until the entire inside of the ornament is covered, adding more paint as needed. I found that covering the top of the ornament with my finger and shaking it a bit helped to get the paint into all the crevices.

Pour any excess paint back into the bottle and invert the ornament onto a small paper cup to drain any paint that is left. Let dry for several hours.

Pop the top of the ornament back on and add a pretty ribbon for a hanger.

I think these would look lovely in a pretty bowl as part of a Christmas centerpiece. They would also be great package tie-ons.

If the jadeite color isn’t for you, these ornaments would be beautiful in any color to go with your Christmas decor. 🎄

Anita