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Persia Lou

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DIY Glossy Marbled Trees

These modern Christmas trees have a glossy, marbled look thanks to a fun paint drip technique. A big thanks to DecoArt for sponsoring this post! This post contains affiliate links for your convenience. You can read my full disclosure policy here. 

DIY glossy marbled trees or cones - super cool drip paint technique. Modern Christmas decoration

I’m a big fan of the whole marbling trend. I’ve already made a few marbled projects using marbled paper and nail polish marbling, but today I tried out a different technique.

DecoArt sent me some of their new Americana Decor Maxx Gloss paint, and it’s some pretty cool paint, guys. It is super glossy (as you may have guessed) and the paint flows really well so it levels out nicely and creates a really smooth finish. I thought that these qualities would make it the perfect paint for a drip paint project. I decided to try out the technique on some cones for a modern take on the Christmas tree, and I’m pretty stoked on the cool marbled look I ended up with.

DIY glossy marbled trees or cones - super cool drip paint technique. Modern Christmas decoration

Here’s what you will need to make your own.

Supplies:

  • Americana Decor Maxx Gloss Paint (Patent Leather and White China) available at Michaels (in-store & online), Home Depot (select stores & online), Jo-Ann Fabric & Crafts Stores (in-store & online), and Meijer.
  • Cones – Paper Mache or Clear Plastic
  • Plastic Tablecloth
  • Craft Knife
  • Cutting Mat
  • Plastic Spoons

This project is really a lot of fun, but it is also really, really messy. You definitely will want to put down a couple layers of plastic to protect your table.

The marbled look is created by pouring small amounts of contrasting colors of paint on the top of the cone and letting the paint run down the sides and swirl together. Start out by completely covering the cone in one color of paint to ensure you don’t have gaps without paint any where along the bottom of your cone. Once the cone is completely covered, use plastic spoons to drop small amounts of paint on the top of the cone. Alternate between colors, and enjoy watching the paint mix, drip, and swirl.

DIY glossy marbled trees or cones - super cool drip paint technique. Modern Christmas decoration

Continue adding paint until you like the look. Keep in mind that the paint will continue to slide down the cone, so the look and marbling will change as it moves and dries. A lot of the paint you put on early on will slide right off the cone entirely, and the last drop of paint will slide down quite a bit. You don’t have a ton of control over how the paint will move, so try to just go with it.

DIY glossy marbled trees or cones - super cool drip paint technique. Modern Christmas decoration

DIY glossy marbled trees or cones - super cool drip paint technique. Modern Christmas decoration

The pools of marbled paint at the base of the cones might be my favorite thing ever.

I made my first video ever just so you guys could see this drippy paint marbling magic in action. Take a look:

You will need to leave the cone to dry overnight on the plastic. When it is dry, gently pull the cone from the plastic and use a craft knife to trim any excess paint from the base.

DIY glossy marbled trees or cones - super cool drip paint technique. Modern Christmas decoration

After that, your marbled trees are all ready to display!

DIY glossy marbled trees or cones - super cool drip paint technique. Modern Christmas decoration

DIY glossy marbled trees or cones - super cool drip paint technique. Modern Christmas decoration

DIY glossy marbled trees or cones - super cool drip paint technique. Modern Christmas decoration

I’m trying to figure out what to do with the extra marbled paint that pooled and dried on the plastic. I’m pretty sure it could make something pretty awesome.

If you make your own marbled trees, I would love to see them! Tag me on instagram or share to my facebook page.

Happy Making!

xoxoalexis1

DIY glossy marbled trees or cones - super cool drip paint technique. Modern Christmas decoration

November 18, 2015 4:58 am Alexis Middleton 11 Comments Filed Under: Celebrate, Craft

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Comments

  1. Breanna Bertolini says

    November 18, 2015 at 11:57 am

    Love how unique and abstract these are! So fun 🙂

    Reply
    • persialou says

      November 18, 2015 at 12:01 pm

      Aw thanks so much, Bre!

      Reply
  2. Linda Ekman says

    November 18, 2015 at 12:04 pm

    Me too…LOVE the pools!!! There has to be something cool they can be used for! My head is simply buzzing with wonder!

    Reply
    • Jeannie says

      August 12, 2018 at 3:12 pm

      Cut out the paint skins to make jewelry -prndants, earrings, etc. you can use a Spray Varnish or resin them. They are quite pretty ?

      Reply
  3. Amy | Delineate Your Dwelling says

    November 18, 2015 at 1:09 pm

    Well this is super cool. I loved your video, too!!

    Reply
    • persialou says

      November 18, 2015 at 2:19 pm

      THANK YOU! I have been wanting to try videos forever, but it is scary and I have so much to learn. 🙂

      Reply
  4. Emma says

    November 20, 2015 at 8:26 am

    I love these. I’ve never thought of marbling with paint like that. Great idea!

    Reply
  5. Ivory says

    November 24, 2020 at 1:20 pm

    Never in a million years would I have thought to create these fabulous, glossy, marble looking trees. Place a star on top, and wow, what beautiful, creative Christmas trees. Thanks for sharing

    Reply
    • Alexis says

      December 4, 2020 at 2:07 pm

      Thanks so much!

      Reply

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