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Create a set of fancy German glass glitter star and snowflake ornaments featuring Santa, angels, butterflies, and charming cats and dogs. Using wooden ornament shapes as a base, we paint, glitter and seal before combining Dresden foil stars, medallions and old fashioned die-cut scraps to add beautiful layers of interest. Take inspiration from one of our examples, or go totally custom with your own color and material combinations. Finished ornaments range from 2-1/2" (smallest stars) to 3-3/4" (largest stars).
Supplies:
Wooden Snowflakes and Stars
Glass Glitter
Dresden Stars and Medallions
Die-Cut Scraps
Decorative Paper
Glass Beads (10mm or 8mm)
26 Gauge Wire
1/8" Velvet Ribbon or Silver Cord
Christmas Hooks
Paints (Gold, Silver, White)
Paint Brushes
Mod Podge
Clear Drying Craft Glue like Alleen's,
Scissors
Toothpicks
Gloves (for handling glitter)
Star Template
Template: Click here to download a free pdf of the Star Template.
Step 1: Paint Wooden Shapes
Step 4: Embellish with Dresdens and Scraps
Item No. DFW852S
Sheet of 240 classic Dresden stars, each measuring 5/16" across (just over 1/4"). Silver foil on front, tan paper on reverse. Made in Germany.
Item No. DF8007S
Sheet of 8 Dresden filigree snowflakes or halos with two different designs, each measuring 1 3/4". Silver foil on both sides. Made in Germany.
Item No. LCW-006
Set of 5 matching laser-cut wood star ornaments. These wooden craft shapes can be painted, dyed, glittered or left as is for a delightful addition to craft projects and holiday celebrations. Stars measure 2-1/2" tall x 2" across with a small hole at the top for hanging. Cut from 3mm thick poplar wood; made in the Czech Republic.
Item No. VR125-EUC
This tiny plush and soft velvet ribbon trim in eucalyptus green measures just 1/8" wide (3.175mm). 100% polyester. Makes a lovely accent for gift wrapping, craft and sewing projects. Priced per yard, please enter the number of yards desired below.
Item No. DF7307AG
Set of 4 Dresden halos, each measuring 2-3/8" by 2". Antique gold foil front, white paper on reverse. Made in Germany.
Item No. DF7307G
Sheet of 4 Dresden halos, each measuring 2-3/8" by 2". Gold foil on both sides. Made in Germany.
Item No. DF7307S
Sheet of 4 Dresden halos, each measuring 2-3/8" by 2". Silver foil on both sides. Made in Germany.
Item No. LCW-001
Set of 3 matching laser-cut wood snowflake ornaments. These wooden craft shapes can be painted, dyed, glittered or left as is for a delightful addition to craft projects and holiday celebrations. Snowflakes measure 3" across with a small hole at the top for hanging. Cut from 3mm thick poplar wood; made in the Czech Republic.
Item No. S7418
1 sheet of scraps featuring several small images of snow angels. Sheet measures 6.5" x 9.25". Scraps are die-cut and embossed on acid-free paper. Made in Germany.
Item No. LCW-003
Set of 5 matching laser-cut wood snowflake ornaments. These wooden craft shapes can be painted, dyed, glittered or left as is for a delightful addition to craft projects and holiday celebrations. Snowflakes measure 2" across with a small hole at the top for hanging. Cut from 3mm thick poplar wood; made in the Czech Republic.
Item No. VR125-FERN
This tiny plush and soft velvet ribbon trim in fern green measures just 1/8" wide (3.175mm). 100% polyester. Makes a lovely accent for gift wrapping, craft and sewing projects. Priced per yard, please enter the number of yards desired below.
Item No. VR125-MOSS
This tiny plush and soft velvet ribbon trim in moss green measures just 1/8" wide (3.175mm). 100% polyester. Makes a lovely accent for gift wrapping, craft and sewing projects. Priced per yard, please enter the number of yards desired below.
Item No. VR125-SHAM
This tiny plush and soft velvet ribbon trim in shamrock green measures just 1/8" wide (3.175mm). 100% polyester. Makes a lovely accent for gift wrapping, craft and sewing projects. Priced per yard, please enter the number of yards desired below.
Item No. IPT669
1 sheet measuring 19.5" x 13.5" of music print Italian paper in metallic gold. Acid free and printer friendly. Printed in Italy by Tassotti.
Item No. IPT708
1 sheet measuring 19.5" x 13.5" of script print Italian paper in metallic gold. Acid free and printer friendly. Printed in Italy by Tassotti.
Item No. S7426
1 sheet of scraps featuring various sizes of butterflies. Sheet measures 6.5" x 9.25". Scraps are die-cut and embossed on acid-free paper. Made in Germany.
Item No. S7331
1 sheet of scraps featuring Victorian Santas. Sheet measures 6.5" x 9.25". Scraps are die-cut and embossed on acid-free paper. Made in Germany.
Item No. S7220
1 sheet of scraps featuring Santa faces and bells. Sheet measures 6.5" x 9.25". Scraps are die-cut and embossed on acid-free paper. Made in Germany.
Item No. S7304
1 sheet of scraps featuring different images Santa faces and Santa with his toy bag. Sheet measures 6.5" x 9.5". Scraps are die-cut and embossed on acid-free paper. Made in Germany.
Item No. DF8334G
Three small Dresden celestial halos, each measuring just over 2 1/2" across. Gold foil on both sides. Made in Germany.
Item No. DF8334S
Three small Dresden celestial halos, each measuring just over 2 1/2" across. Silver foil on both sides. Made in Germany.
Item No. DF8334WH
Three small Dresden celestial halos, each measuring just over 2-1/2" across. White paper on front, off white paper on reverse. Made in Germany.
Item No. IPL831
1 sheet measuring 19" x 13" of Italian paper featuring a calligraphy script print. Acid free and printer friendly. Made in Italy by Leonardo Communication.
Item No. S7285
1 sheet of scraps featuring old fashioned Santas. Sheet measures 6.5" x 9.25". Scraps are die-cut and embossed on acid-free paper. Made in Germany.
Item No. DF360AG
Sheet of 24 small Dresden medallions, each measuring 3/4" across. Antique gold foil on front, white paper on reverse. Made in Germany.
Item No. S7297
Item No. S7336
1 sheet of scraps featuring a mix of beautiful butterflies. Sheet measures 6.5" x 9.25". Scraps are die-cut and embossed on acid-free paper. Made in Germany.
Item No. DF360G
Sheet of 24 small Dresden medallions, each measuring 3/4" across. Gold foil on front, white paper on reverse. Made in Germany.
Item No. S7260-G
1 sheet of scraps featuring vignettes of Santa and his sleigh plus sprigs of greenery and old time Santa faces. Sheet measures 6.5" x 9.25". Scraps are die-cut and embossed on acid-free paper. Sheet is accented with very fine silver glitter. The amount of glitter varies from sheet to sheet. Made in Germany.
Item No. S7260
1 sheet of scraps featuring vignettes of Santa and his sleigh plus sprigs of greenery and old time Santa faces. Sheet measures 6.5" x 9.25". Scraps are die-cut and embossed on acid-free paper. Made in Germany.
Item No. S7218
1 sheet of scraps featuring different vignettes of Santa and greenery. Sheet measures 6.5" x 9.25". Scraps are die-cut and embossed on acid-free paper. Made in Germany.
Item No. DF360S
Sheet of 24 small Dresden medallions, each measuring 3/4" across. Silver foil on front, tan paper on reverse. Made in Germany.
Item No. S7221
1 sheet of scraps featuring various sizes of butterflies. Sheet measures 6.5" x 9.5". Scraps are die-cut and embossed on acid-free paper. Made in Germany.
Item No. S7324
Item No. DFW7077-AG
Sheet of 48 miniature Dresden bows, each measuring 1/2" x 1/4". Antique gold foil on front, white paper on reverse. Made in Germany.
Item No. S7191
1 sheet of scraps featuring 20 curly haired angels. Sheet measures 6.25" x 9". Scraps are die-cut and embossed on acid-free paper. Made in Germany.
Item No. S7318
1 sheet of scraps featuring religious vignettes. Sheet measures 6.5" x 9.25". Scraps are die-cut and embossed on acid-free paper. Made in Germany.
Item No. DFW7077-S
Sheet of 48 miniature Dresden bows, each measuring 1/2" x 1/4". Silver foil on front, white paper on reverse. Made in Germany.
Item No. VR125-CAR
This tiny plush and soft velvet ribbon trim in cardinal red measures just 1/8" wide (3.175mm). 100% polyester. Makes a lovely accent for gift wrapping, craft and sewing projects. Priced per yard, please enter the number of yards desired below.
Item No. DFW782AG
Sheet of 10 medium Dresden bows, each measuring 1" x 1/2". Antique gold foil on front, white paper on reverse. Made in Germany.
Item No. DFW782G
Sheet of 10 medium Dresden bows, each measuring 1" x 1/2". Gold foil on front, white paper on reverse. Made in Germany.
Item No. VR125-MULB
This tiny plush and soft velvet ribbon trim in mulberry measures just 1/8" wide (3.175mm). 100% polyester. Makes a lovely accent for gift wrapping, craft and sewing projects. Priced per yard, please enter the number of yards desired below.
Item No. VR125-BER
This tiny plush and soft velvet ribbon trim in berry measures just 1/8" wide (3.175mm). The shade is a pretty berry-magenta-deep pink color. 100% polyester. Makes a lovely accent for gift wrapping, craft and sewing projects. Priced per yard, please enter the number of yards desired below.
Item No. VR125-DRASP
This tiny plush and soft velvet ribbon trim in dark raspberry measures just 1/8" wide (3.175mm). 100% polyester. Makes a lovely accent for gift wrapping, craft and sewing projects. Priced per yard, please enter the number of yards desired below.
Item No. S7283
1 sheet of scraps featuring beautiful angels on clouds and with flowers. Sheet measures 6.5" x 9.25". Scraps are die-cut and embossed on acid-free paper. Made in Germany.
Item No. DFW782R
Sheet of 10 medium Dresden bows, each measuring 1" x 1/2". Red foil on front, off white paper on back. Made in Germany.
Item No. S7243
1 sheet of scraps featuring images of Santa, Christmas trees and a train. Sheet measures 6.5" x 9.25". Scraps are die-cut and embossed on acid-free paper. Made in Germany.
Item No. DFW782S
Sheet of 10 medium Dresden bows, each measuring 1" x 1/2". Silver foil on front, white or tan paper on reverse. Made in Germany.
Item No. DFW721A-G
Sheet of 18 Dresden celestial halos with gold foil on both sides. Sheet has 2 petite halos measuring 5/8" across, 7 small halos measuring 1" across, and 12 medium halos measuring 1-3/8" across. Made in Germany.
Item No. DFW721A-S
Sheet of 18 Dresden celestial halos with silver foil on both sides. Sheet has 2 petite halos measuring 5/8" across, 7 small halos measuring 1" across, and 12 medium halos measuring 1-3/8" across. Made in Germany.