Dollar Store Christmas Village Makeover

When I saw this project here, I wasn't sure that I could actually pull it off.  

I was afraid that my results would look like a spray paint job gone bad.

I was wrong.

This was one of the easiest projects I have ever done and I love that it turned out well.

Desiree...you are a genius!

So this is what it starts out like.  This is a Christmas Village set from the Dollar Tree.  I didn't buy the entire set, just about $12.00 worth.  The little people come in three packs so you get more bang for your buck there.  Even the adorable little bottle brush trees are from the Dollar Tree {2 pack}

For me, the colors were a bit too bright and the painted faces are not really on straight

 {eyes painted where the nose should go, etc..you get the idea}

Look what happens though when you give your little village a very light coat of spray paint

{Krylon Indoor/Outdoor in Ivory Satin}

The transformation is simply amazing!

You want to make sure to give these a very thin coat of paint.  You want some of the original color to still show through.

It gives them a more subtle, frosty appearance and everything looks a bit antiqued.  

I love the way these turned out!

The only thing I didn't do yet is to glitter them.

I didn't have any Krylon Glitter Blast on hand at home, so I will complete that step as soon as I get to the store to buy some.

I just couldn't wait until then to show you this.  Once I start my Christmas decorating and get this baby glittered and set up, I'll be sure to share it.

I think I may go back to the Dollar Tree and get a few more pieces.

Happy crafting everyone and have a great weekend!!

xo and God Bless,

Kathleen

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