Transforming Old Ceramic Trees For A New Look
I have been recycling my Christmas decorations instead of getting rid of them. Do you have any ceramic trees?
Transforming old ceramic trees for a new look is easy. Giving your ceramic Christmas tree a makeover is a great way to breathe new life into an old favorite.
The black color was on trend a couple of years ago. Somehow, a black tree reminds me of a burnt tree. LOL. I loved the tree’s style but thought it was time for a makeover.
Giving your ceramic Christmas tree a makeover is a great way to breathe new life into an old favorite. You can modernize its look, update its colors, or simply add a personal touch. There are many creative ways to transform your ceramic tree.
Transforming Old Ceramic Trees For A New Look
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- Terra Clay Paint in Wheat
- Dixie Belle Slick Stick
- Dixie Belle Paint Brushes
- Dixie Belle Moonshine Metallics in Gold Digger
- Dixie Belle Sea Spray
- Mod Podge
- German Glitter Glass in Gold
1. Prep With Slick Stick
Dixie Belle’s Slick Stick is a bonding agent that helps paint adhere to glass, ceramic, metal, and other slippery surfaces. You can even paint PVC, laminate, and other slippery surfaces.
This step is very important. You must let the Slick Stick dry for at least 2-3 hours before applying the second coat.
Apply the second and final coat of the Slick Stick. After the second coat, you MUST ALLOW IT TO DRY FOR 24 HOURS before painting. If you rush this project, the paint will not properly adhere and will peel or crack.
2. Using Terra Paint
What I love about Terra Paint is that it is more of an artist’s paint. It is used for layering colors or building layers and painting a design.
Note: When using a glaze, you want to pick a color that wis a buttery off white color. It’s a beautiful neutral color to use.
I kept it simple by using one color: Wheat. It will coordinate perfectly with the Moonshine Metallic Glaze. Other colors that this paint looks great in are Colonel Mustard and Burlap, with a bright metallic color on top.
This paint dries very quickly. You should be able to paint the second coat within 30-45 minutes and completely dry.
3. Adding Texture
This part was my favorite part of the project. It reminds me of the days when I was a child playing with clay or making mud cakes.
You can create a chippy, textured, and weathered look with Sea Spray, an all-natural texture additive. Mix one scoops of Sea Spray with 4 oz of the Dixie Belle Paint (two scoops for 8 oz).
You will need to mix it into the paint thoroughly (I am using an old butter knife). It should be the consistency of chunky peanut butter.
With your brush, you will dab the texture onto the surface of the tree. You can make peaks and layers.
I switched to a round brush. It was much easier to stipple with on the ceramic trees. You can add as little or as much as you like. If texture is not your thing, you can skip this step and paint the glaze.
4. Applying A Metallic Glaze
Moonshine Metallic paint is a one-step, rich, shiny metallic with beautiful pigments. Dixie Belle offers various colors to select from.
This step is completely optional. To the top, I painted Mod Podge with a small artist’s brush. I sprinkled some German Glitter Glue over the top of the Mod Podge and allowed it to dry.
Final Project Transformation
Isn’t it amazing what some paint, texture, metallic glaze, and glitter glass can do? These two ceramic trees have a new elegant look.
Chibi also approves the project. She and Piper are always photo-bombing. It’s unplanned, and they pop right in there.
I love the outcome of this project. It adds a touch of elegance to the bar cart for the holidays.
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It always amazes me how painting those ceramic pieces gives them new life. I loved this one! Thanks for sharing g, Tammy. Merry Christmas 🎄 ❤️
Merry Christmas, Do. Yes, paint for the win and making it look new again.
Great job, Tammy. Love the transformation! I may need some of these products in my life!
Thank you, Leslie. They are wonderful products, Leslie.
Looks great, Tammy! Like brand new. :)
Thank you, my friend.