#Double sided frame for tree ornament mod#

Complete your ornament with the ribbon of choice or simply add a hanger.

I like to knot the strings multiple times to ensure it will not come undone. Poke the ends of your fishing line through the holes (one in each side), slip the cap back onto the ornament, and tie off the fishing line.

You will find two small holes in the cover of the ornament, where the wire runs through the cap.

*make sure you hold the line, getting it back out is NO fun (tape it to the outside of the bulb if need be.

Hold onto the fishing line and run the stick back and forth over the photo to flatten it out, be careful not to dent or scratch the picture.

Be sure there are no sharp points of glass that the photo will get scratched by.

Gently roll the photo into a tube (photo on the outside of the roll), and slide it into the ornament.

Sandwich the fishing line between the two paper circles.

Stick the looped end along the centre of the photo. Cut a long piece of fishing line and fold it in half.

Apply strips of (acid-free) double-sided tape to the photo.

Add names, dates, or sentiments to the paper circle, with your printer or stamps

Cut two circles, one from your photo and the other from the cardstock.

If you have another means of circle cutting, a large ornament will need a 3″ circle.

Find a drinking glass that your ornament will sit into (you want it to sit in about 1/4 of the way, a smaller circle is better than one too big), use this as a template for your circle. Here is a selection of four-star and five-star reviews from customers who were delighted with the products they found in this category.

Color in the pencil outline with a black paint pen.Instructions to Make your DIY Glass Photo Ornament.

When you remove the paper, a pencil outline will remain on the ornament.

Trace around each letter firmly with your pencil.

Tape into place on the back of your ornament.

Cut out the words and lightly rub pencil all over the back of the printed words.

If you want to add words to the back of the ornament, print the wording out in the font of your choice.

Press the edges of the photos down firmly to make sure they are adhered well.

#Double sided frame for tree ornament mod#

Then spread another thin layer of Mod Podge on top of the photo. Allow the Mod Podge to dry thoroughly.Place your photo on top of the Mod Podge and use your fingers to firmly press it into place.

Spread a thin layer of Mod Podge on the front of each ornament using a paintbrush.I cut my photos slightly smaller than the circles I traced to leave room for a small white border around each photo ornament. Cut out the circles you traced on your photos.Be sure to center the photo the way you want it to appear on your finished ornament. Once the paint is completely dry, trace the ornament onto the photo.While the paint dries, print your photos in 3.5'x5' size on regular copy paper.Paint both sides of the wooden ornament white.Acrylic craft paint works well, but so does any other white paint you have on hand. Start by painting both sides of your wooden ornaments with white paint. Want more photo ornament inspiration? I put together a collection of 19 awesome DIY photo ornament ideas with all different types and styles of ornaments. black oil-based paint pen – for adding names or dates to the back of the ornament, these Sharpie paint markers are the best for writing on wood.matte Mod Podge – you can also use glossy if you like, but I prefer the look of the matte finish.3.5″x5″ photos printed on regular copy paper – no need for photo paper or fancy laser printers, I used black and white photos but color photos will also work just fine.

wooden ornament shapes – ceramic or even plastic ornament shapes will also work, just look for 3.5″ or 4″ ornaments with a smooth texture.