Mystery Marbling Ornament
Create beautiful marbled ornaments with simple steps and vibrant nail polish colors, perfect for holiday decorations or gifts.
Ingredients
For the Marbling
- 1 unit Clear glass or plastic ornaments Choose the size you prefer.
- assorted bottles Nail polish Choose vibrant colors for best results.
- 2 cups Room-temperature water Make sure water is not cold or hot.
- 1 unit Toothpicks or skewers For swirling the colors.
- 1 pair Disposable gloves To keep your hands clean.
- 3 sheets Paper towels To manage spills and dry the ornaments.
- optional units Resealable plastic bags For cleanup if needed.
Instructions
Preparation
- Cover your workspace with paper towels to manage spills.
- Put on disposable gloves to keep your hands clean.
Marbling
- Pour room-temperature water into a shallow container.
- Open your nail polish bottles and drip different colors onto the surface of the water.
- Use a toothpick or skewer to gently swirl the colors together, being careful not to overmix.
- Hold the ornament by the top and gently dip it into the water and polish mix, twisting slightly to absorb the colors.
- Pull the ornament out and allow the excess polish to drip back into the container.
- Place the ornament on paper towels to dry completely.
Notes
Try metallic or glitter nail polish for added sparkle. Experiment with different surfaces like wood or ceramic for unique textures. Consider mixing in essential oils for scented ornaments.