https://www.cutoutandkeep.net/projects/paint-splatter-sparkle-earrings • Posted by Hey Mishka
Today I’ll show you how to transform a pair of earrings from so-so to OMG in about 45 minutes with my DIY paint-splatter sparkle earrings tutorial. All you need are a pair of earrings with some surface room for decoration (mine are a pair of vintage metal cut-out earrings from a flea market I was browsing), acrylic paint, a brush, and loose glitter in the hue of your liking. See more DIY and style tips at HeyMishka.com! xo
Today I’ll show you how to transform a pair of earrings from so-so to OMG in about 45 minutes with my DIY paint-splatter sparkle earrings tutorial. All you need are a pair of earrings with some surface room for decoration (mine are a pair of vintage metal cut-out earrings from a flea market I was browsing), acrylic paint, a brush, and loose glitter in the hue of your liking. See more DIY and style tips at HeyMishka.com! xo
Lay your earrings flat on a clean surface. Be sure they are void of any dust or particles that could get stuck under the paint. Double check! You probably haven’t worn them in a while if you’re giving them a makeover.
Pour your acrylic paint (tempera paint works as well) into a cap or jar. I chose silver—you choose what you like! Don’t water the paint down. You’ll want a thick texture so it really stands out on the earrings.
Use a medium sized paint brush to flick paint onto the earrings.Be careful not to get paint on the metal hooks. You may want to cover them with plastic wrap to avoid doing so.
Pick a glitter color that compliments your paint and earrings. I chose a bronze to keep with the metallic theme.
Sprinkle the glitter directly onto the earrings, covering as much or as little of the paint as you wish. I left some showing to create a layering effect. Also, take this moment to enjoy the fact that you’re covering something in glitter. This act should never be taken for granted!
Set them aside to dry for 2-3 hours, to make sure the paint is firmly dry. Tap them gently on your surface so you can shake off the excess glitter that did not stick. Be sure to do this thoroughly so you don’t have glitter raining onto your shoulders and neck as you stroll downtown.
Finally, try them on and go baby, go!