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Funny Pumpkins & Spiderwebs
If you haven't discovered the power of silicone rubber for window décor yet, I hope you will with this simple project. Sugru was a great choice to me but there might be other good brands too – please share in the comments of you have tried something else and you're happy with it!

Posted by Jo W. from Sydney, New South Wales, Australia • Published 12th June 2015

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Step 1
First of all, here is the best way to use this type of rubber. You need squeaky clean window panes before anything else. If the glass surface is not perfectly cleaned, you won't be satisfied with the end result. After that, start the procedure by spreading the glue onto the window. Prepare a bowl with soapy water to dip your fingers in, and start shaping slowly. Applying more than one colour? That's a great chance for you to experiment with transitions and show off some painting talent!
Step 2
What I tried to make was a composition of spiderweb on one of the windows in our children's room and a few “emotional” pumpkins on the other. Don't judge me for my craft skills – I had a lot of fun while working! Of course, you can implement any design you like and use as many colors as you want. I smudged the orange silicone in order to define the vertical lines of pumpkins and then added the black modelling rubber. Dip your fingertips or shaping tools (if you use some) in the water regularly while working.
Step 3
Keep in mind that a good design takes a good amount of time, too. You'll need to play a lot with the movements before you master the technique. Nice transition effects need some extra effort - but it is still so much fun!