Hello friends. I hope you’ve been keeping well. While I type this, the snow is falling outside and it’s making Christmas so much more palpable.
Today I want to share with you these Vintage Christmas Bells and how I gave them this old patina.
I made a little cluster of them last year and you can see the video HERE.
I started with this plain gold bell. It’s nice the way it is, but I wanted to give it a little more character.
First I painted it black.
I then placed it in a plastic baggie and squeezed some gold paint and a little bit of bronze.
I then just used the plastic bag to spread the paint all over the bell until it was covered. It doesn’t have to be perfect at all.
While the paint is still wet, I sprinkled some cinnamon and shook the bag to spread it all over the bell. Allow to dry and that’s it.
I found the cinnamon stays fairly well but you can spray it with sealant to make sure it stays put.
It looks so neat and it coordinates with the rest of my decor.
Here it is on the tree…
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Much love,
Lucy
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Julia@Cuckoo4Design says
These are beautiful! You never disappoint Lucy. Happy Holidays!
rainbow friends says
I agree with you. These Christmas bells look so beautiful
Kim says
Oh my gosh! Cinnamon? Who woulda thunk! They turned out like the real deal!
jen hadfield says
Wow! your bells look so gorgeous and vintage! I loved seeing the process you used to age them! I pinned them to my Christmas board to share. Thanks for joining us! I love your beautiful ideas!
xoxo
Scott Woods says
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Jen says
Absolutely beautiful, Lucy! I love your pretty bells. And so perfect for the holiday season.Pinned!
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Fabiana says
Every time I look at your creations I fall in love and impressed with what we can make with our own hands, I love it, thank you for sharing these beautiful crafts!!
Beth says
FABULOUS tutorial! I have always wanted to know how to accomplish this look!
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Krista says
Brilliant, Lucy! I love how these came out – I will definitely be trying this technique! Merry Christmas:)
Armanunderpin says
It’s incredible how a touch of nostalgia can elevate the festive vibes in a space. I’m totally inspired to hit up my local antique shops now, hoping to stumble upon my own holiday heirloom. Your blog has become my holiday decor bible, and I can’t wait to spread some vintage cheer in my home this season.
ashiq says
Wow! Your bells look so gorgeous and vintage!
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Reminiscent of yesteryears, this ornament adds a warm and festive ambiance to any Christmas décor
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