Mr. & Mrs. Claus Lightbulb Ornaments
"I used 2 large recycled globe light bulbs, acrylic paint,lace and yarn. I also used a hot glue gun. I painted the faces on the bulbs. While they dried, I crocheted the hats. I then attached lace trim to Mrs. Claus's bonnet. I took a piece of yarn long enough to make the hanging loop. I tried it around the screw part of the bulb and hot glued it in place. When that dried, I fed the loop through the top of the hats, and then hot glued the hats to the bulbs. Time varies per crocheting skills."
Estimated CostUnder $10
Time to CompleteIn an evening
MaterialsPaint, Recycled Materials, Yarn
Primary TechniqueCrochet
HolidayChristmas
Project TypeMake a Project
Materials List
- Acrylic paint, colors for skin, eyes, hair, lips, and glasses.
- Yarn
- Lace
- Hot glue and hot glue gun
- Recycled large globe bulbs, (can use any size, but crocheting the hats is easier for larger size).
Instructions
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Wash off light bulbs.
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Paint flesh tone over the entire bulb. Let dry.
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Paint on face, then hair. Let dry.
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Crochet hats. Add lace to bonnet.
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Take a piece of yarn (as long as you would want for the hanging loop). Time around base of bulb and hot glue in place. Let dry.
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Feed loop (you just made) through top of hat/bonnet and then hot glue hat/bonnet in place on bulb. Let dry.
NotesI haven't crocheted in 20 years. Just playing around and created the hat/bonnet. I have no pattern for them, but I'm sure a pattern can be found. Or just create your own.
Why You'll Love This Recycled Craft
Looking for a fun and festive craft project to brighten up your holiday decor? Look no further than the adorable Mr. & Mrs. Claus Lightbulb Ornaments! Here are the top 3 reasons why you should give this craft a try:
1. Eco-friendly: By using recycled light bulbs for this project, you are not only creating cute ornaments for your tree, but you are also helping to reduce waste and give new life to old items. This craft is a great way to repurpose materials and show off your creativity while being environmentally conscious.
2. Personalized touch: Painting the faces on the light bulbs and crocheting the hats allows you to add your own personal touch to these ornaments. You can customize the facial expressions, colors, and details to create unique Mr. & Mrs. Claus figures that reflect your own style and personality. These ornaments will definitely stand out on your tree and make for great conversation pieces.
3. Budget-friendly: This craft project is not only fun and eco-friendly, but it is also budget-friendly. With just a few simple materials like acrylic paint, lace, yarn, and a hot glue gun, you can create charming Mr. & Mrs. Claus ornaments without breaking the bank. This is a great option for those looking for a low-cost way to add some handmade charm to their holiday decorations.
So, whether you're looking to get crafty, make a positive impact on the environment, or simply add some personalized flair to your tree, the Mr. & Mrs. Claus Lightbulb Ornaments are a great choice for your next holiday DIY project!