Make Your Own Glitter Baubles

Christmas is just around the corner, and October is the ultimate sweet spot to kick off holiday crafting! Whether you’re preparing personalised gifts for loved ones, hosting a cozy weekend craft session with the kids, or designing a cohesive, head-turning tree theme for your home, making your own custom ornaments is one of the most rewarding festive projects.

With the launch of our new Luminosity Craft Glitter Shakers, you don’t have to settle for basic store-bought decorations. With 10 vibrant, shimmering colours at your fingertips, you can craft bespoke, store-quality glitter baubles in under 10 minutes, without covering your entire living room in loose glitter!

In this guide, we’re sharing three foolproof, mess-free methods to create stunning glitter baubles using our precision shaker pack.

What You’ll Need

• Luminosity Craft Deco 60 Glitter Shakers (Choose your favourite shades!)
• Clear fillable baubles (Glass or shatterproof plastic)
• Polycrylic sealant, liquid floor finish, or Mod Podge
• A small funnel or paper cone
• Disposable cups (for drying)
• Ribbon, twine, or ornament hooks

Method 1: The "Inside-Coat" Swirl (100% Mess-Free!)

If you love maximum sparkle but hate the stray glitter flakes that come with traditional crafting, this inside-out method is a game-changer. By coating the inside of a clear ornament, all the sparkle stays trapped safely behind glass or plastic!

Step-by-Step:

1. Remove the Top: Gently pop off the metal cap and hanging loop from your clear bauble.
2. Add the Liquid Sealant: Pour a small splash (about a teaspoon) of Polycrylic or liquid finish into the opening.
3. Coat the Inside: Slowly rotate and swirl the bauble in your hands until the entire inner surface is evenly coated with sealant. Pour any excess liquid back out into a cup.
4. Shake in the Sparkle: Place a small funnel into the opening, pop open your chosen Luminosity Glitter Shaker, and pour in a generous dusting of glitter.
5. The Magic Shake: Place your thumb tightly over the top opening and shake thoroughly! Watch as the glitter clings to every inch of the wet sealant.
6. Drain & Replace Cap: Turn the bauble upside down over a cup for 5 minutes to drain any loose excess glitter. Once dry, pop the metal cap back on!

Method 2: The Modern Two-Tone Ombré Dip

For an elevated, contemporary look that rivals high-end boutique decor, try coating just the lower half of your baubles for a gorgeous "dipped" effect.

Step-by-Step:

1. Mask off the top half of your bauble with painter’s tape if you want a crisp, clean line (or skip the tape for a softer, blended gradient).
2. Brush a light layer of craft glue or Mod Podge over the bottom half.
3. Using your Luminosity Shaker, gently sprinkle fine glitter over the wet glue while rotating the bauble over a piece of scrap paper.
4. Tap off the excess glitter, let it dry completely, and peel off the tape to reveal a chic, two-tone finish!

Pro-Tips for Perfect Glitter Baubles

• Mix Fine & Chunky Glitters: For extra texture and light reflection, try shaking a layer of fine glitter first, followed by a lighter sprinkle of chunkier glitter.
• Personalise with Vinyl or Glue Pens: Once your bauble is dry, use a metallic marker or vinyl decal to add family names, dates, or initial letters for personalised keepsakes.
• Easy Clean-Up: Thanks to the controlled shaker lids on our pots, you can pour exactly as much as you need directly into your ornaments without spills or mess!

Ready to Start Crafting?

Get a head start on your holiday crafting today! Grab your Luminosity Craft Glitter Shakers and tag us on social media using #LuminosityCrafts so we can see your amazing bauble creations!