Epsom Salt Ornament Tutorial - Epsom salts can turn powdery over time - see description.

[@IrishAnnie]

My aunt dipped the bottoms half of clear glass candle vases from the dollar store. Grouped together they were just beautiful! The candle light flickering through the salt was magical. Looked like ice!

[@2muchRnR]

The technique you present here is so much easier and less time-consuming than the one shown on another video I recently watched. Thank you SO MUCH for sharing this method with us!

[@tamathagambill7576]

I just tried this last night but I did it on the inside of a Dollar Tree small fishbowl, I had a problem with the Epsom salt falling off in clumps I had to start over 2 times I watched so many tutorials on it and it seemed like it was going to be so easy but it wasn’t I finally used regular table salt and glitter mixed in and that turned out pretty good I also learned That spraying hairspray after it dries sets it pretty good! I felt like I had salt and glue from my head to my toes! Live and learn! And thank you so much for not being afraid of not looking perfect,makes me feel brave enough to try and try again! Love love love you!

[@crazytracy71]

If u weren't going for a see thru glass looking bulb, I have another option. Pour white acrylic paint, or whatever color u want, inside the bulb. Swirl it around until its coated, drain off excess n dry. That way, ur bulb won't b clear, but will look more like snow. A wooden dowel stuck in floral foam makes a good drying stand. Just an idea

[@ThisIsMeTinnaMarie]

Love this idea....hear me out...use old ornaments that are fading or colored ornaments that you do not care for and use this technique...or add dye to the epsom salt...hugs and happy creating🎉🎉🎉

[@ajames4262]

Love love love it! For the absolute beginner I recommend tutorials that are imperfect

[@aniot48047]

Keep being you. And a big thank you for doing really great crafts.. I can't wait for more...

[@crystalhoskins8155]

I appreciate you doing this video. Whether you've done this before or not. I think you're quite the clever lady and could see myself enjoying doing crafts with you. I live your sense of humor and your moxy for taking something and enjoying it. I haven't given the 👍 in awhile. Thank you. I'll be following you... As well as looking for other videos you've done. Again thank you.

[@AmyMable]

Oh, Thank you. I'm working on new ones now. I've been away for awhile.

[@brendadavis4254]

Just a tip for you put some mod podge in a small cup or bowl then pour in some Epsom salt stir it up the put some color in it ( cake coloring or water paint) then cover the bulb with the mixture then add some uncolored Epsom salt and let dry. It's beautiful.

[@mzloyaltyjemison7749]

yes mod podge is life❤

[@helenpierce-lamoureux3124]

what about spraying the FINISHED product w/clear spray varnish to protect the coloring AND help keep from the salt from bumping off? Thanks for the GREAT starting idea Amy! NEVER have nor prob would have thought of using Epsom salts!

[@coolbrze198]

Brenda, Bet that is gorgeous!!

[@susanobrien3712]

Brenda Davis m. ,

[@teresaf991]

How do I ad more Epsom salt? Coat it a second time w mod podge or will the. Colored epson salt melt/run. And thanks for the tip.

[@dorcasberthold3403]

Live your video. Thanks. I had to share my love of freezer paper. I use it for everything but freezing - paint templates, just tried a folded Texas star with it to get size before using my one large board, and always underneath my crafts. Recently my grown daughters came over to make home made cheese-spinach-basil ravioli with me. I covered a large portion of my bar and countertops with it using clear moving tape. Then I could see any filling that escaped etc. my counters are earth toned granite and I also didn’t want to have to clean flour + water = glue off of them later. Lol. When my 29 year old was 3, I fed the freezer paper over the top of our rectangle coffee table (short side to short side) and she colored, painted, we used stamps, etc all on the paper side, and I was moving it off the table as we went so we had 20+ feet of this ‘art’. Then I used that to wrap our presents that Christmas. The plastic backing makes it perfect for paintings.

[@AmyMable]

Those are great ideas! Thanks for sharing them.

[@judithrauenzahn4530]

They also have scented epsom salts with lavender, very fragrant, would be nice to use as well!

[@peggynorton5145]

A bowl of these in light med and dark purple would be gorgeous....

[@rosettamccoy6123]

Every time I use Epson salt it melts how do I keep it from melting

[@secretsisters4928]

@@rosettamccoy6123 Rosetta Mccoy perhaps try one with larger crystals? Many stores sell their own store brands. Also, use a few LIGHT layers of the sealer instead of one heavy one. I found that drying them in a 100 degree oven for a few minutes helped to bring back some of the "melted" ones.

[@TASIAD427]

omg...im dead over here with laughter...You are so funny. I love real people. Sending Holiday Hugs.

[@IrishAnnie]

Shauntasia Dey She had me laughing too!!!

[@carolinaroberts1085]

Great job never seen that before and some people just have bad comments to say but I like it

[@semones57]

I learn something new everyday...I am so glad I clicked on your channel. The finished ornament looked beautiful. 👍👍👍🤪🤪

[@lindaloo1172]

You can spray it with a clear acrilic or adhesive and they would stay. This is beautiful. Thank you for the idea.

[@brendalyle6011]

Love the sense of humor you inject in your videos.

[@Nymphetascream]

Im getting an early start at crafting some homade Christmas gifts /ornaments/decor and im just so happy i found this video!!! Thank you for sharing!!

[@AmyMable]

I'm getting the bug to get started early also... and honestly, it's only too early for Christmas in January, February and March.. ;-)

[@antoinettestokes4657]

I love this creation. I will give it a try. Hey you are very funny. You had me laughing several times. Thank you for the tip about the wax paper.

[@lilacjay]

A word of warning!!! I used this method to cover a mason jar and when it dried I decorated it and place it on my window ledge, above my radiator, the salt actually melted from the heat of the radiator and went quite flat and turned white. So just a word of warning, that heat actually melts the salts. Great tutorial, thank you. Jane

[@rosettamccoy6123]

Yes every time I use Epson salt it melts so I don't use it anymore I'm gonna try something else next time

[@KellysCreativeDreams]

HappyBirds Glitter Nest here on KZbin uses Triple Thick Glass Glaze instead of modgepodge. Thicker material to hold the glitter-type materials. Will give you a thicker coverage with the epsom salts. Check out her Layered Snowflake tutorial. Creative Blessings!

[@mariawilliams3084]

thank you for the tip, I just made her glitter tags, using the thick glue and wanting more projects to use it up, now I'm getting ready to make some glass snowmen using Epson salt.

[@janetvanscoyk6016]

Hi Sandra just sat in the Sun and watched your grand opening video made just for us. It felt like I was there for a moment you did a great job filming. Love listening to your stories and I know you're busy right now getting ready for your big Grand evening can't wait to hear how it went but please please get some good rest. So sorry about your dog I know they are one of the family members.

[@charliem.7492]

Hi Amy. I made one of these after watching watching your wonderful video. Can't believe it's already been a year. I put hair spray all over mine and they have lasted. :) Also, you can use shellac in a spray as well and it will hold for quite awhile. :) God bless you and hope you are doing well. :)

[@joanneblackmann6441]

Charlie M. 2

[@marybethleib8286]

I love your tutorials! You are SO real!!

[@pattyspencer7795]

I go to a crafters club once a month and for our December meeting we're to bring a hand made ornament - this is a perfect idea - so glad I stumbled upon your channel (I subscribed too)

[@jjk2one]

I'm so amazed at what you keep learning when you look.

[@LeeLee277]

Loved this craft video 😂. Great craft, pretty and wonderful presentation. Loved it👏👏👍

[@cindykelly210]

Thank you I need a lot of ornaments and I will be making them your way simple and easy

[@marlabaldwin1491]

I put essential oils in my salts... I also color it, and some times add fine glitter. BTW; White glue works very well. I just did 48 snowmen with little sock hats- stryfoam balls with white glue and glittered salts., for a Christmas craft fair, they are adorable.

[@judichristopher4604]

Great idea MARLA How did your sells go?

[@jjbossjoseph1135]

MARLA Baldwin

[@wakeshafox3335]

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[@Preciouspaws1968]

I love snowmen! Would love to see a picture :)

[@coolbrze198]

I agree with the other comments. I would love to see a pic & how you packaged it. TIA, Rosanna

[@auberjean6873]

This is a great idea. Reminds me of those lights from the 70s that were red, blue, yellow, green.

[@cherylweeden5106]

Love it looks great I never knew Epson salt could be so pretty🎄☃️

[@patriciamesa8150]

Old video but good idea. Glad I found it. Glad you made it for me to find.😀 HAPPY Holidays to you.

[@shelleymiller908]

It's beautiful and you have a great sense of humor! Thank you!

[@daffydeb5648]

Food coloring, great idea! I love how it turned out! Thanks for sharing! :)

[@jimmorgan6819]

the best way to color Epsom salts is to put an amount in a zip lock bag, us Wilton paste food color you can make it as light or dark as you like.. a little goes a long way. use a tooth pick to dip in to the color and place it on a small portion of the salts, close the bag and work it into the salts until you get the color you desire. Use a new tooth pick each dip into the color or have separate colors for crafts and cooking

[@kimburke3189]

I did some jars with tea lights inside and it turned out great!

[@an-alechianeathery770]

Home and family's show how to make salt dough on one of their shows. They use plain table salt and the crafter Marie said that it last for years if you dry the item you made. Also she said use a clear coat plain spray paint to make the item last even longer.

[@AmyMable]

Be very careful that your salt dough ornaments are out of reach if you have dogs. It can be fatal.

[@beverlyhollenbeck3406]

​@@AmyMable And away from the husband. Could be fatal to the ornaments! ;--p

[@lorihodgeslor444]

Very nice! Can’t wait to check out more of your videos!

[@robbilusher3665]

Just a note I’ve gotten my bulbs from Wal Mart in a large box of 10-12 I think I haven’t bought any in a long time but they didn’t cost much at all. I suggest you check there or a similar store as the craft stores cost more. But beautiful ornaments.

[@venessatodd6561]

Great idea, I have used the DOLLAR TREE lavender bath salts on a glass bottle DYI and gave it a MOD PODGE coating on top of the bath salts. It turned out quite well.

[@sandraeasthope3010]

Thin mogpog down with water and put in a spray bottle. Once the epsom salts is dry lightly spray with the mixture. 2 or 3 coats drying in between coats will seal it.

[@Nadiabeeztravels]

Such a gorgeous DIY Amy💖 thank you so much for sharing😉👌 xoxoNadia💋

[@pamelazandarski5868]

Love your Vid's your so down to earth !!!! Love you inspiration for all of us " Beginners !!!! "

[@babssmall266]

Those are pretty specially with the color💞 my tip to make the color not to fade is spray it with clear coat sealer paint ☺️

[@c.robison448]

DIY ModPodge....2 parts PVC (white or school) glue 1 part water. Works with clear school glue but its easier to make certain every place that you want covered is covered. 💜

[@tiarnan76]

Great job! That looks simple enough that maybe even I could do it... :)

[@faysalkus1083]

I saw a youtube video that used sea salt mixed with glitter. I think the epson salt looks pretty.

[@theresacasareale8009]

If you spray it with clear gloss afterwards the salt won’t fall off as easily

[@debbiepenton667]

Gourios

[@rosettamccoy6123]

How do I keep it from melting

[@brendalee798]

2lb bags of Epson Salt is sold at the 99 cent store

[@shellyanderson1537]

@@rosettamccoy6123 why would the salt melt?

[@jupiter1217]

@@shellyanderson1537 Salt dissolves with moisture.

[@TaoHands77]

You could add hairspray or a clear spray to keep the stuff from falling off

[@gracielong3566]

That might also help to seal in color if you decide to tint the epsom salts.

[@melslittleworld2]

@@gracielong3566 well.. how did it turn out?

[@leelorraineschafer6983]

Confused... So I just had to respond to the "haters comment" below. Absolutely loved this... 😁

[@rebeccaruiz3508]

Thanks! I'm going to use this for my tree branch centerpieces. This is way better than glitter!

[@julieankhan.2801]

Oooh I like the colored Epson salt

[@seahawk100]

Would like to see it next to Christmas lights, to see how it picks up and reflects color from the lights. Nice!

[@geraldandrew3745]

You are a hoot, so much fun watching your videos!!!

[@janeta9974]

very pretty it looks like ice sickles. Thanks for sharing

[@janjones4772]

Love it, so pretty and snow looking, so Holidays,THANKS FOR SHARING WITH US. HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY, NOW IS TIME TO START GETTING READY, MY FRIEND SAID HOBBY LOBBY ALREADY HAS CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS UP AND OUT. IVE ALWAYS HEARD START IN JULY. THANKS AGAIN, SO CUTE♥️♥️👍👍👍🙏 L

[@lisayoung1130]

Use an old pencil ✏️ to stick in the hole so you can swivel 🎄🎄

[@brendajohnson6680]

Well aren't you smart.

[@nataliea7776]

You can also use a plastic cup

[@rayeparrent8270]

Loved your tutorial...i have one suggestion...to keep salt from falling off after finished..i would litely spray with a sealant

[@barbaraedmondson225]

IM not very crafty but the epsom salt ornament is adorable. Gonna give it a try from alabama to you

[@melodybartley2740]

I do glitter inside. Just roll some mop and glow around to coat then roll around the glitter. Put open end down in a Dixie cup overnight. Ribbon then done.

[@tisonly143]

I absolutely loved this video :) such fun!!!

[@SpiritAscending]

This is pretty. FYI- food coloring fades over time and it will rub off on your hands if their moist (hand lotion). Experience.

[@anntravis8246]

Use mod podge spray for a finished product to seal it

[@cwmom98]

I never thought to use epsom salt but great idea...it really does look like ice. I bet if you coat the inside with a color, maybe typical holiday colors like red, green, blue, the color would reflect through the salt. Another idea is once it's dry, coat the outside lightly with more mod podge to seal it so that you can handle it wiout creating bare spots. Merry Christmas!

[@AmyMable]

That's a brilliant idea!

[@dalainebloom4505]

Really pretty. I think that I may put homemade bath salts inside of these ornaments. I will then paint the outside white with just craft paint; then do Your AWESOME IDEA WITH THE MOD PODGE AND EPSOME SALTS!!! I LOVE YOUR IDEA! They are BEAUTIFUL!!! Thank You for sharing Your Awesome idea with Us.

[@JavierIsraelMM]

Dalaine Bloo

[@pjtribble7214]

Beautiful! Is it possible for us to use shatterproof ornaments instead? Thank you for sharing this! Have a wonderful, safe and blessed week! Peace & Blessings!

[@AmyMable]

Absolutely!

[@indigoblue9603]

Looks fantastic! I don't know if this helps, but you might want to use a sealer? Either spray or brush on, depending on personal preference...but might help with using food coloring method you suggested.

[@loriseabrook1906]

Very pretty! Have to try! Will give u kudos when i do! Tfs

[@franceswalker2627]

For those that don't know, it is called MOD PODGE, not "Modge Podge"! lol. That's how I pronounced it until I actually read the bottle. Live and learn.

[@PR-pe9oc]

Frances Walker also all depends where u are from. I grew up with my parents saying “warsh” instead of wash. Even my speak n spell said warsh! Never could u understand y I missed that spelling word, till I got older. Now, my kids have fun correcting their nana and papa. 😉😂

[@MamaKitty-ub9fh]

@@PR-pe9oc🙆‍♀️ OMG, Penny! You're actually one of the only other people I've heard about saying 'Warsh', besides my mom! And she passed about 19 yrs ago.... I don't feel quite so alone anymore, Thank you!!!

[@marianshannon-fee9332]

Wow. Very impressive. I never thought of Epsom salts. Thank you 🎄

[@mzloyaltyjemison7749]

thanks for the info as well as the nice ornament

[@sandyhayden-bristow1382]

Loved this video, am going to give it a try. Even if it does eventually go powdery, just means I can do something different without buying another ball. (lol) You are a lovely person with a great sense of humor, I subscribed and looking forward to more crafting adventures with you.

[@danabradford3]

Never seen this. Thank you for sharing!

[@annetteharrison1039]

This is soooo PRETTY!!! I love Christmas!!!

[@SWANYAWN]

Could you pour the alcohol inside the ornament and drain out, allow to dry, and then pour in the Mod Podge and swirl to complete coat inside, drain excess off and afterwards pour in the Epsom salt and shake until covered. You could then "seal" off the top of opening with plastic before placing the metal hanging hander cap. This would allow ornament to be cleaned as needed, kept ry and away from moisture. IT would also be safer from little hands being exposed to the Epson salt.

[@AmyMable]

That's a good idea! I'll have to try that!

[@beatrevino4826]

Hi Just a tip when using white glue just make sure you pick up the one that says white glue not school glue the school glue does sticks but it is mostly for school use because it does wash out...the other doesn't wash out...it should say on the bottle that its washable..just a tip

[@meganarpasi]

Omg I just realized this when I got my beautiful crystallized ornaments out again this year and now they’re dried out and crusty 🙈🤣 wish someone would have mentioned this in all the Rodin salt tutorials

[@cjsimplyscraps]

I’m with you Amy. Mine would of probably broke. Very cool. I think alcohol inks would be great for coloring. I might give it a try!🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍❄️

[@mrsbee5056]

Spray acrylic paint (safe version) perhaps on the outside as more glue will just take off or melt the salts while brushing? These would be very messy to pack away I would try to do an acrylic washable surface. Very thin powder glitter is very cheap. Cool idea for fun play for kids although I think there would be a problem if they eat bath salts?I dont know im a negative nelly

[@AmyMable]

Thanks for the ideas! I finally purchased those plastic ornament storage boxes a few years ago, and I tend to like sparkle.. so I started putting a little tissue paper around the ornaments more likely to "shed." I did ornaments with floor wax and glitter INSIDE the ornaments with my grandchildren. Since they didn't "shed," I"m happy to report my daughters still speak to me. :-)

[@lynnlewis1962]

If you are using food colouring for your Christmas Balls, you could always put the glue on the inside and then shake the green epsoms salt into the ball and roll it around until everything is coated.

[@lisamckinnon3363]

Before you seal it which is really needed to keep salt on ornament, sprinkle or roll in your choice of glitter. You can color also by spraying, rolling or painting in paint.

[@daffydeb5648]

You can get wax paper at Dollar Tree. I use parchment paper for crafting and I get it there... :)

[@oreobenavidez9416]

I did the branches with Epson salt I also added fine glitter looks fabulous

[@AmyMable]

I'd love to see that!

[@coolbrze198]

Me too :)

[@marysstilllearning5803]

Absolutely AWESOME! Loved that you mess up just like me. Lol an Thank You! you inspired me to cover a few things with epsom salt. Another like& subscribe here.

[@sherriwilliford190]

I agree with Ms. Dey! I love real! Cute idea, too!

[@emmaburgess4320]

Where have you been! I love you .. you craft just like me .. love all the comments.. thank you thank you !!!

[@GigiFlies]

For colored epsom salts, I would lightly spray with homemade alcohol ink in layers allowing to dry between

[@maureenedonovan9935]

Needle nose pliers in the hole. Very versatile and leaves some fingers on hand free to use with your brush hand.

[@AmyMable]

Yesterday I shattered an ornament by hitting it with the handle of my big shot. In general I'm dangerous with fragile stuff... This is a great idea for the rest of you. Hahaha

[@angiesiddall9563]

epoxy glue works well for many projects and has a strong hold for jewelry projects also.

[@debbiena]

I am just wondering if you put the glue/modpodge inside of the ornament and then pour in the epsom salt? That way you wouldn't have to worry about it being knocked off? I'm not sure if that would work but after i saw the end of this video i started thinking about this!! Either way Amy it was a great craft!!

[@nolawest5183]

Perfect little Snowball... Darling!

[@filmactorgordwelke]

Nope --- NOT Awkward.....The Hilariously Charming Crafter says my wife, Leona!! You have the best talent! Cheers G+L

[@mredford24]

thank you Amy that bub is really beautiful....

[@karenyounger2314]

really pretty...thank you

[@patdudman6143]

looks wonderful

[@tishsmiddy71]

Thank you 😊 I’m having “craft night” for a get together ! And this will be a activity !

[@judiyoung3767]

You think this will work with the clear plastic ornaments?

[@EllenJB]

Very nice, and so easy! I was thinking, maybe put some epsom salts in a bowl, and roll the ornament in the bowl after you put on the coat of mod podge. You could have different bowls for the various colors. As for craft papers, I also go to my local B.J.'s Wholesale Club and get their 2 pack of baking parchment. I do a lot with polymer clay, and baking parchment can be heated/go in the oven. It's also great when using anything that irons on, and can wreck your iron, and ironing board cover.

[@redparrot53]

Modern Podge turns yellow after awhile, I hate it, Triple Thick is purely clear and works SOOOO much better . For papercrafting I use matte medium instead of mod podge also...just FYI!

[@Designsbyizzi]

Awesome idea, alcohol inks should work perfect with Epsom salt! Thanks!

[@birdenagage13]

These are So Beautiful!! I think a deeper colored fancy wider ribbon would look Great Too. If you use the food coloring you could try to seal it with clear krylon spray. It might work to stop it from bleeding. It might also work to keep the salt from falling off too. Ive used it to seal paintings.

[@debbietanton6798]

To color the epsom salt put about half a pint in a jar with a couple drops food color. Shake until colored.