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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

Updated September 27, 2018

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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.

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

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2. Creative cards

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.

10 minute projects: Get your glitter on

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.

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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