Vintage birds - Concave bauble decoration
- Iveta Ziedina
- Sep 18, 2025
- 2 min read
This blog post is about 2 years behind schedule but better late than never right????
It was one of those projects that just stay with you through the years, as it turned out even better than I thought it would!
So! Here comes a step by step, product list and (shameless plug) of an online class that I taught last year for a bauble that teaches you all of the exact techniques you need to create a bauble just like this one (except its round, not concave :D )
STEP BY STEP
Sand, clean and prime. Use a fine sandpaper to give your bauble a little grit. Then clean it all off and prime using Bonding primer
Decoupage. I used 2 of the same image but in different sizes. One out of a 4 pack (listed below) on the centre part of the bauble and another one which was just a regular A4 size version of that paper that I ripped in to motifs and pieces to collage over the rest of the bauble. TIP:make sure you feather your edges and rip paper to overlap it instead of creasing
Varnish and sand. After decoupage apply several coats of water based varnish and sand once dry to smooth out the surface
Apply Glitter paste or Glitter Glue Next apply 1-2 coats of either Pentart glitter paste or Pentart glitter decoupage glue over the bauble for extra sparkly effect.
Add white edges and paint splatters Who doesn't like a bit of vintage effect? Add some white edging to the concave part and white paint splatters everywhere else!
Varnish again
Apply Fineline Crackle Use Pentart Fineline Crackle to achieve cracked porcelain/glass look over the bauble. Evidence your cracks using Pentart Liquid patina or metal pigments
MORE Varnish Finally, seal the whole deal with couple coats of Pentart Solvent varnish in gloss finish for that final shiny look and add a bow!!!
And there you are! This is how you create one of these! And here's a little video showing more of the step by step process and keep reading for that product list!
PRODUCT LIST & links
Please note, some of the links may be affiliate links :)
Thank you for taking the time to read this post and I will see you in the next one!!
Lots of love from my house to yours,
Iveta
£14.99
Poinsettia Christmas Bauble On Demand Video Workshop
In this 30 minute pre recorded video class you will learn to create a Christmas bauble with realistic looking Poinsettia leaves made with Air Dry Clay.
Some of the techniques that you will learn include:
- How to correctly prep plastic surfaces to ensure your project lasts for many years to come
- How to work with Air Dry clay to create very beautiful looking Poinsettia leaves using some very simple techniques and clay tools.
- How to make your Air Dry clay more sturdy and durable so it can withstand years of seasonal use as well as minor falls and bumps that are likely to happen to a Christmas ornament.
- How to add additional decorative elements and which products are better to use.
- How to achieve a much more realistic look with shadows and highlights when painting anything in one single colour (monochrome).
- How to age and add a weathered/vintage look to your project and how to make sure it does not end up ruining your piece!
- How to add final, finishing touches which will really make your bauble look complete.
After purchase you will be able to download a PDF file which contains the link to the video class as well as a list of products needed to create this Christmas Bauble.
Once purchased the PDF file and the link is yours to keep so you can learn at your own pace and re-watch the video as many times as you would like to!
* THIS IS A DIGITAL FILE, NO PHYSICAL ITEM WILL BE SENT.
**Due to the nature of the product once purchased no refund can be given.
£20.00
Floral Christmas Bauble Online Class
Watch on Demand Online Workshop pass.
When you buy this workshop, you'll be able to download a PDF file containing all important informtation about the class, product list, and link to Private Facebook group where all the live demonstrations took place.
Please submit request to join the group, once I've approved your access you'll be able to find ALL VIDEOS + NOTES for the class in the PINNED post of the group.
You can watch the recordings at your own pace, and if you have any questions, you can ask them in the group or message me directly. And don't worry if you don't have access to the same materials – alternative options are discussed in every class!
This workshop is a fantastic opportunity to expand your crafting skills and discover new techniques. Whether you're an experienced crafter or just starting out, you'll learn valuable tips and tricks that will help you unleash your creativity.
PLEASE STAY ON PAYMENT PAGE AFTER PURCHASE TO ACCESS PDF FILE CONTAINING ALL IMPORTANT INFORMATION
IF FOR SOME REASON YOU ARE UNABLE TO ACCESS THE GROUP OR DOWNLOAD THE FILE - FILL OUT CONTACT FORM HERE ON THE WEBSITE AND I WILL GET BACK TO YOU ASAP
ABOUT THE WORKSHOP
In this workshop we will create a stunning, white christmas themed, icy looking, floral beauble decoration! This is the perfect project to practice decoupage on curved surfaces and of course, will make a great addition to your Christmas tree!
In this workshop you will learn :
- How to work with difficult surfaces - in this case plastic
- How to decoupage over curved surfaces
- How to create stunning glass looking finish over your work
- How to use various materials, decorating techniques, relationships between those products and techniques as well as what order and why those should be used and why.
£20.00
Vintage Beauty Treasure Chest Online Class
Online Workshop pass.
PLEASE STAY ON PAYMENT PAGE AFTER PURCHASE TO ACCESS PDF FILE CONTAINING ALL IMPORTANT INFORMATION
KITS FOR THIS CLASS AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE SEPARATELY FROM CRAFTIN CHAOS SHOP HERE
ABOUT THE WORKSHOP
In this workshop you will learn :
- How to decorate wooden boxes
- How to use casting resin in silicone moulds
- How to shape resin casted mould forms
- How to use coloured waxes
- How to create raised stencil effect
- How to create crisp, coloured raised stencil
- How to decoupage using rice pape
This online livestream workshop will be spread out over 3 days
Day 1 - Thursday October 2
Day 2 - Sunday October 5
Day 3 - Thursday October 9
This workshop will also include 1 extra livestream which will happen on Wednesday September 10 during which I will show all of the materials needed, what can be used as substitutes for some products and what each product will be needed for.
Please watch it if you're planning to follow along with the class before you go ahead and buy any products from the list as you may already have products needed.
If you have any questions please fill out the contact form on the website or contact me via any of my social media pages.
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HOW IT WORKS
The workshop will be hosted in a private group on Facebook.
In order to take part in the workshop you will need to have a facebook account, if you don't already have one it is very easy and free to set up. Simply go to Facebook.com
Once the payment has gone through STAY ON THE PAYMENT PAGE until you see an option to Download a digital File.
(If you don't see it please check your email)
The file you download will contain the link to the private group and instructions of what you should do next, as well as the list of items you will need to recreate the project.
This workshop will be done in a live format, meaning I'm going to go live in the private facebook group and show exactly what I do, in real time.
As this will be happening in real time you will have an option to ask any questions in the chat.
If for any reason you can not be present for the live demonstration, the recordings of livestreams will be saved in the group so you can watch it in replay whenever it is convenient to you.
This project will be broken down in to several live demonstrations. The exact amount of days is stated in the "ABOUT THIS WORKSHOP" section, However I do like to keep it flexible and go with the flow, so if more/less time is needed I will update the group.
Once the workshop is finished the group will not be closed or deleted so you will have access to the videos indefinitely.
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