How to Make a White Glittered Star Tree Topper

Using white paint and glitter (and a touch of holiday magic), this wintry decoration is as fresh as the new fallen snow.

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Updated on June 4, 2019
white glittered star tree topper
Photo: SHANNA SULLIVAN

What You'll Need

Materials

  • 8" papier-mâché star
  • White craft paint
  • White glitter (Pictured: Martha Stewart 24-Pack Holiday/Tinsel/Fine Glitter)
  • Paintbrush
  • Spoon
  • White craft glue
  • Hot glue gun
  • Wooden dowel
  • Paint palette

Instructions

  1. glitter star tree topper DIY

    Cover star in two coats of paint; let dry completely. (Tip: Use a drying pin-board. This will prevent the color from pooling and drying in an uneven fashion.)

  2. glitter star tree topper DIY

    Add a little water to white craft glue to thin it slightly, then coat the surface of star with glue mixture. Working in sections, use a spoon to sprinkle glitter generously over the glue. Gently shake off excess. Let dry overnight.

  3. Insert a wooden dowl into the end of star and secure with hot glue.

Originally appeared: MARTHA STEWART
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