The Ultimate Guide on Painting Wood Slice Ornaments
If you’ve ever wondered how to paint wood slice ornaments, look no further! This comprehensive guide will walk you through each step, from start to finish. Whether you’re looking for gift ideas, a fun craft to do with family and friends, or even a Christmas craft to sell online or at craft fairs, these wooden ornaments are the perfect choice.
Step-by-Step Instructions: Painting Wood Slice Ornaments
- Choose the Perfect Size Wood Slice Ornaments: Select wood slice ornaments that are the right size for your project.
- Gather Your Supplies: Prepare acrylic paints, paint markers, and small brushes.
- Paint Your Wood Slice: Follow the tutorial below to paint your wood slice ornament.
- Seal Your Wood Slice: Protect and enhance your artwork by sealing it with varnish.
Looking for more magical holiday painting ideas? Check out this list of over 65 Christmas painting ideas that will inspire your inner artist!
Types of Unfinished Wooden Ornaments to Paint
When it comes to wood ornaments, the options are abundant. One popular trend is painting on wood slices. Among the different sizes available, wood slice ornaments that are 3.5-4″ wide are ideal for hanging on a Christmas tree. Alternatively, you can choose wooden ornaments in various fun shapes, such as flat bauble wooden ornaments or a whimsical variety of unfinished wood Christmas ornaments.
The Best Paint for Wooden Ornaments
Acrylic paints are the best choice for painting wooden ornaments. They work seamlessly on wood and other porous materials, eliminating the need for any additional preparation. Whether you have thin acrylic craft paints in bottles or thick, heavy-bodied acrylic paints in tubes, any brand or type will do. If you require fine details or delicate hand lettering, paint markers, such as Posca paint markers, are your best friend. For intricate designs, the Posca Brush Pen, which uses acrylic paint instead of ink, is a fantastic tool.
How to Seal Wood Slice Ornaments?
Applying a sealer on top of the paint will extend the longevity of your artwork on wood slices, preventing chipping and peeling. Additionally, a sealer with a gloss will enhance the vibrancy of the colors. Take a look at the difference between an unsealed ornament (right) and a sealed one (left). The colors on the sealed ornament appear more vibrant and even the black looks deeper and richer.
For sealing wood slice ornaments, you can use Liquitex gloss varnish or small 2oz bottles of Triple Thick Brush on Gloss. Liquitex gloss varnish is easy to apply and dries in 2-3 hours, while Triple Thick only requires one coat. However, if you opt for other sealers, multiple coats may be necessary. It is crucial to wait at least 24 hours, allowing the paint to fully dry and cure before applying the sealer. This will prevent the acrylic paint from smudging when the varnish is applied.
Watch Wood Slice Painting Video Tutorial
Check out the video tutorial below for a step-by-step demonstration of painting wood slice ornaments.
Wood Slice Ornament Ideas
Let your creativity run wild when it comes to painting wood slice ornaments. Here are some inspiring ideas to get you started:
1. Galaxy/Night Sky with Tree Silhouettes
Create captivating galaxy/night sky ornaments using different color combinations. From punchy pinks to brilliant blues and purples, the possibilities are endless. Add shooting stars, twinkling stars, and a crescent moon to bring your galaxy night sky scene to life.
2. Winter Bird – Cardinal
Paint your favorite winter bird, such as a cardinal, onto the wood slices for a perfect Christmas and winter-themed ornament. Follow the tutorial on how to paint a cardinal to learn the techniques needed to create a beautiful red cardinal ornament.
3. Paint a Sunset
Instead of a night sky, paint a colorful sunset as your background. Learn how to paint a sunset and discover the specific colors and blending techniques required to achieve stunning results.
4. Paint Some Clouds
Add whimsical clouds on a pink aesthetic background for a fun wood slice ornament idea. These ornaments make cute gifts and provide a delightful activity for teens and kids. Learn how to paint the clouds and create your own punchy pink/purple sunset sky.
5. Milky Way Galaxy Night Sky
Capture the beauty of the Milky Way on a wood slice ornament. Follow the tutorial on how to paint the galaxy/milky way to bring the wonders of the universe into your artwork.
6. Mountain Scene
Instead of a tree silhouette, paint a crisp and breathtaking mountain scene at the bottom of the ornament. The tutorial on how to paint a mountain will guide you through each step.
7. Paint a Snowman on Wood
Learn how to paint a cute snowman on your wood slice ornament. Alternatively, you can opt for a kid-friendly version by simply painting it white with an easy snowman face. Either way, these snowman ornaments provide endless wintery-fun for all ages!
