Metallic Skeleton Dome
Posted by DecoArt on Sep 17th 2019
This glass dome, decorated with Americana® Acrylics, will set off any porch or mantle this Halloween.
SUPPLIES
- palette or plastic plate
- wax paper
- decorative paper
- baker's twine
- paintbrushes
- skeleton
- cloche with metal base
- screwdriver
INSTRUCTIONS
NOTES:
Let dry completely between painting steps.
- Using a screwdriver (or other tool), dis-assemble the skeleton (if applicable).
- Paint portions of the skeleton using Lamp Black. Add a second coat if needed.
- Paint other portions of the skeleton using Mulberry. Add a second coat if needed.
- Paint the rest of the skeleton using Copper. Add a second coat for best coverage. Let all pieces dry.
- Once all the skeleton pieces are dry, re-assemble them inside the cloche.
- Create a garland with baker's twine and "pennants" of Halloween paper. Loop the garland around the cloche.