Jadeite ornaments are very popular right now! Its nostalgic appeal and charming aesthetic have made it sought after for its unique look. However, they can be very expensive. Like most things, I knew I could find a way to make my own! So I found Christmas ornaments at the Dollar Tree that have texture and I got to crafting.

In this blog, I will show you How To DIY Jadeite Christmas Ornaments On A Budget!

Below is a list of the items you will need to recreate this project:

Ornaments – different sizes (I purchased mine from Dollar Tree)
STAALMEESTER Pointed Sash Brush*
Dixie Belle – Mint Julep*
Needle Nose Pliers
Fusion Decoupage*
Ribbon (for hanging your ornaments)

*Product can be purchased directly through my website [www.juliesdesignsandsigns.com]

I purchased my ornaments from the Dollar Tree. This size and the detailing seemed perfect for this project. I won’t be able to use the glittered ornaments so I set those aside for a future project.

Dixie Belle Chalk paint in the color Mint Julep is perfect for this jadeite look!

I used needle nose pliers to easily hold the ornaments while I painted them.

I applied one coat to each ornament. Then, I went through and did touch-ups.

Ornaments can be expensive, so I find ways to be thrifty with my ornaments. You can find them at thrift stores, garage sales, and estate sales.

All you have to do is purchase thrifted ornaments and then use paint, an antiquing glaze, or patina paint to turn them into your home decor style.

Other DIY Ornament Ideas:

Dixie Belle Chalk Paint – a great way to add color to your ornaments
Fusion Antiquing Glaze – a beautiful way to make the ornaments look more vintage, antique or rustic
Dixie Belle Patina Paint – a fun way to make the ornaments look metallic

Once your ornaments are fully painted, allow them to dry completely.

Since this is a chalk paint, I had to seal them up.

I used Fusion Decoupage Transfer Gel to seal the paint and give it a sheen. If you want a flat finish, you can leave them as is.

For the last step, I picked out a ribbon to use to hang my ornaments on the tree. I went back and forth between red and white. Ultimately, I chose white for this project but I wanted to show you how pretty the red looks next to the jadeite color.

You can choose whatever ribbon color matches best with your home decor style!

DIY’ing Christmas ornaments can be a creative way to add a personal touch to your holiday decor. DIY allows you to customize your tree and decorations according to your home decor style!

While jadeite might not suit everyone’s home decor style, there are various DIY painting techniques and materials available to create unique and beautiful ornaments.

This blog is all about How To Make Your Own Vintage Christmas Decor On A Budget!

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