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10 minute projects: Get your glitter on

How to make glittery Christmas cards, ornaments and a chanukiyah
By Virginie Martocq and Catrina Silveira
holiday crafts, holiday decoration, do it yourself, glittery decoration, twinkling toys Roberto Caruso

1. Twinkling toys

Place two teaspoons of glitter in a clean plastic bag. Cover toy animals or ornaments with a thin coat of spray adhesive and place inside the bag. Shake the bag to evenly coat the decoration. Repeat if necessary. Finish with a bow.

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Get this look: Animals, Dollarama.com. Martha Stewart Crafts glitter, Michaels.com.

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2. Creative cards

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On a plain card, write a message or draw a festive shape with glue, sprinkle with glitter and let dry. Or cut out seasonal shapes, cover in glue, sprinkle with glitter and paste onto cards.

Get this look: Cards, Currys.com.

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10 minute projects: Get your glitter on  



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3. Sparkling chanukiyah

Spray adhesive onto nine candles, then cover them in different shades of glitter. Place in candle holders, and arrange them with the tallest candle in the middle.

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Get this look: Candles, candle holders, Ikea.ca. Martha Stewart Craft glitter, Michaels.com.


10 minute projects: Get your glitter on  


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