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November 10, 2015 by Jennifer

Pet Paw Print Snowflake Ornament

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This post is brought to you by Plaid and Blueprint Social. All opinions are my own.

One of my favorite Christmas traditions from when I was a child is making new ornaments! I make, at the very least, one new ornament every year! Usually its more like 5 or 6, especially since I joined the world of blogging 🙂 Its a great way to get in to the Christmas Spirit and add a personal touch to your tree. I still have some of the ornaments that I made as a kid and they bring back such great memories! This year I wanted to add my fur-baby to the tree 🙂

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I got a box full of fun FolkArt Paints and Mod Podge from Plaid to help make this ornament and they sent me the perfect colors for this fun Pet Paw Print Snowflake Ornament!

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To make your own pet paw print snowflake ornament you’ll need …

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Bake-able Clay
Multi-Surface FolkArt Paint by Plaid in White, Apple Red and Sequin Sliver
New Pearl Formula Mod Podge 
Paint Brushes
Snowflake Cookie Cutter
Wax Paper
Rolling Pin

 

Directions:

Work the clay into a soft lump. Between 2 sheets of wax paper, flatten the clay. Use the rolling pin to smooth it out to a consistent 1/4 inch thickness.

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On a hard flat surface, press your pet’s paw into the clay. Add additional pressure to ensure a well defined paw print. You may need an additional hand for this depending on how squirmy your pet is. Bitly did pretty good until I had to add a little pressure to her paw to press it into the clay.

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Carefully center the snowflake cookie cutter over the paw print and press downward. Remove access clay and carefully push the snowflake shape out of the cookie cutter.

Bake the clay according to the directions.

Time to paint your paw print snowflake ornament! First, I gave my ornament 2 layers of white (the clay got a little yellowish when it baked), then I pained the paw print in Apple Red. Outline the edge of the paw print first, then fill in the rest. This also got 2 coats to make it pop 🙂 Be sure to allow the paint to dry completely between layers.

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I also added my pups name “Bitly” and the year with some Bright Gold FolkArt paint to the back of this ornament… ya know… for posterity and such 🙂

Next I added a thin layer of Sequin Silver glitter paint to the whole thing. After allowing that to dry, I topped the whole thing off with a thin layer of the new Pearl Formula Mod Podge to seal it and add just a little glow.

paw print snowflake

I LOVE the way this turned out! The multi surface FolkArt Paints by Plaid Crafts were the perfect choice for this project! Its pretty much the only paint you’ll ever need! Its great for painting wood, glass, ceramic, metal, terra cotta, rigid plastic, canvas, styrofoam, slate, paper mache and fabric!! So many pr0ject options in one bottle! This paint also has a patented, self-sealing formula that offers superior coverage for fewer coats and quicker drying times. #Winning!

The New Pearl Formula Mod Podge was the perfect finishing touch, and even though this paw print snowflake ornament didn’t need to be sealed, it does provide a little peace of mind and the perfect “glow”. Mod Podge is made in the USA and is the original all-in-one sealer, glue and finish. It’s perfect for wood, paper, fabric and other porous surfaces, such as terra cotta, plastic foam, and candles, it’s quick and so easy to use. As a glue, it dries clear and holds tight. Non-toxic with a soap and water clean up makes it great for kids. As a sealer it protects acrylic paints, stains, decoupage and fabric. No crafter should be without it, especially at Christmas and you can bet that I’ll be using it on some more ornaments soon! 

Mod Podge is the original all-in-one sealer, glue and finish. Perfect for wood, paper, fabric and other porous surfaces, such as terra cotta, plastic foam, and candles, it's quick and easy to use. As a glue, it dries clear and holds tight. Non-toxic with a soap and water clean up makes it great for kids. As a sealer it protects acrylic paints, stains, decoupage and fabric. No crafter should be without it.

Be sure to check out Plaid Crafts on Facebook, Pinterest, and Instagram this holiday season! You’re sure to find some project inspiration!

This Paw Print Snowflake Ornament will be the perfect addition to your tree!

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What do you think? Is this Paw Print Snowflake Ornament the perfect addition to your tree full of memories?

 

Filed Under: Crafts + DIY's, DIY Projects Tagged With: Christmas, Clay Ornament, DIY Ornament, ornament, Paw Print Snowflake Ornament, product review, review

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Comments

  1. Diana, Down Home Traveler says

    November 10, 2015 at 8:16 pm

    These are SO cute! Another reason why a should get a dog, haha! Great, easy idea!

    Reply
  2. Carly Anderson (@lipglosscrayons) says

    November 10, 2015 at 9:38 pm

    This is SUCH a cute idea, I love it!

    Reply
  3. Leticia (@CosmAficionado) says

    November 11, 2015 at 12:15 am

    Oh my goodness this is so cute!!!

    Reply
  4. Sandy a la Mode says

    November 11, 2015 at 2:28 am

    This is such a cute idea for a family with pets!!

    Reply
  5. sparklingfootstepsblog says

    November 11, 2015 at 6:28 am

    This is so adorable! My parents are huge dog lovers and would love this!

    Reply
  6. geniabeme says

    November 11, 2015 at 9:51 am

    SO much cuteness in one ornament!!

    Reply
  7. Kristie Burnett says

    November 11, 2015 at 10:56 am

    This is so sweet! What a fun idea for the holidays.

    Reply
  8. mathewsbambina says

    November 11, 2015 at 11:35 am

    I love this so much. It’s so cute!

    Reply
  9. Jeannie @ For what it's worth says

    November 11, 2015 at 4:02 pm

    What a sweet way to make your pet a part of the holiday. I like it.

    Reply
  10. Cathy D. says

    December 2, 2015 at 1:51 pm

    This is adorable!

    Reply
  11. Linda at Mixed Kreations says

    December 3, 2015 at 5:22 am

    What a cute idea, and great way to preserve memmories!

    Reply
  12. Ann says

    December 4, 2015 at 10:27 pm

    What a sweet ornament!

    Reply
  13. the cape on the corner says

    November 29, 2016 at 2:52 pm

    i love this. i’m pretty obsessed with my cats, so this would be something i would totally do!
    b

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  14. twochicksandamom/Donna says

    December 1, 2016 at 10:24 pm

    So awesome! I need to do this with our two dogs and our cat. I don’t think our cockatiel will go for it though….lol.

    Reply
  15. Sarah @ 2paws Designs says

    December 2, 2016 at 6:33 am

    What a cute idea! An smart to do the print, then use the cutter so the print is nice & centered. Pinned for future reference.

    Reply
  16. Debrashoppeno5 says

    November 20, 2017 at 11:47 am

    Being a cat owner I adore this ornament. I am not sure that my cats will be as cooperative as Bitly but I would love to make these for myself and my pet loving friends.

    Reply
    • Jennifer says

      November 21, 2017 at 9:09 am

      I’m going to be testing out that cat cooperation theory myself this weekend 😀 My girl Pressly needs an ornament this year 🙂

      Reply
  17. Carrie @ Carrie's Home Cooking says

    November 21, 2017 at 9:55 pm

    Oh my goodness I LOVE this! Pinned! Tomorrow we are hosting the Whisk It Wednesday Link Party at Carrie’s Home Cooking and thought you might want to share there too! I hope your Thanksgiving is filled with lots of love and laughter! ~ Carrie

    Reply
  18. Heather says

    November 25, 2017 at 9:57 am

    So cute, I need to do this for Bella!

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  19. Jas @All that's Jas says

    November 26, 2017 at 7:49 pm

    That is too cute! Will do this with our aging dogs, so we have a keepsake when they’re gone. 🙁
    Visiting from Craftastic Monday party.

    Reply
  20. Claire says

    November 27, 2017 at 1:13 am

    Such a lovely idea 🙂 Thanks for sharing at Creative Mondays. You will be one of my features today at the blog hop 🙂

    Reply
  21. Emily says

    December 1, 2017 at 7:57 pm

    What a sweet way to personalize an ornament for your pet! Thanks for linking up with Merry Monday recently! I’ll be featuring your ornament at our upcoming party.

    Reply
  22. Jennifer says

    November 4, 2019 at 9:44 am

    I know I’m late in joining the comments, but I just found this post. I’m most likely going to break in to my sister and brother-in-law’s tomorrow to do this. They’ll love it. Hopefully Piper cooperates. I’ll bribe her with treats and some loving!

    Reply

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