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Materials

  • 12 wooden clothespins (standard size, 3.25” long)
  • Acrylic paints (red, white, black, blue, green, orange, gold, silver)
  • Fine-tipped paintbrushes (1-2 sizes for detail work)
  • Pencil (for sketching simple outlines)
  • Black fine-tip marker (optional for faces)
  • Clear matte or gloss sealant spray

Instructions

  • Start by lightly sketching the designs such aas Santas, snowmen, and nutcrackers onto each clothespin. Divide the sections for hats, faces, and clothing.
  • Paint the base colors first. Use red for Santa’s suit, black for nutcrackers, and white for snowmen. Let them dry before layering details.
  • Add belts, buttons, scarves, and facial features using a fine brush. Tiny details like rosy cheeks or a glittery buckle make a big difference.
  • Once the paint is fully dry, spray a thin coat of sealant to protect your designs and give them a smooth finish.
  • Finally, use your festive clothespins as tree ornaments, card holders, or to clip small gift bags shut.