Decorative DIY Bowl with googly eyes
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Create a special moment with your little ones while making an affordable and effortless DIY bowl. This fun project can be used as decorative room pieces or given away as gifts – the possibilities are endless!
DIY Bowl with googly eyes
Discover the joy of crafting with your children and make a lasting memory with this diy bowl! This unique gift-making adventure is not only a fun way to stay occupied for hours, but also serves as an adorable decorative item on any desk. Create something that will bring smiles each time it’s seen!
To add a bit of glamour to my handmade bowl and also to mask the Mod Podge spots, I decided to include some sparkles. Although it was meant to look nerdy, I find that it is very suitable for both mine and Ellie’s room – plus it makes an adorable noise when picked up!
This DIY bowl is purely decorative, it can’t hold much other than light stuff (think cotton balls or cotton swabs) and total time could be a few hours because you’ll have to wait for each layer of Mod Podge to completely dry out (and I did 7 layers!). But I think it’s totally worth the effort, it looks so happy and cheerful! I also used aluminum foil when making the bowl and left it on once the bowl was done, I personally like the look of it with the aluminum foil on but feel free to peel it off if you don’t feel the same; it will take some time to do that though.
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How do you decorate this googly eyes bowl?
Once you have the bowl ready and dry, you can add your own little details by using a variety of materials. You can add some colorful pom-poms, ribbons and buttons to make it more special.
You can also paint your bowl with acrylic paints or use markers to draw other designs.
If you like to make the bowl more durable and sturdy you can attach googly eyes to the inside of the bowl or air drying clay or, if you prefer a more subtle look, you can add some tiny beads or other small details.
Finally, you can use a hot glue gun to attach rhinestones, feathers or any other embellishments that you may like.
When finished, your handmade bowl will definitely be the talk of the town! You can proudly display it on your desk or even give it away as a special gift. With its googly eyes and colorful decorations, your bowl will surely make people smile!
What can you put in this craft bowl?
The possibilities are endless for this decorative bowl! From cotton balls and swabs, to small toys or trinkets or even a few cookies. It can also be used as a pen holder, or simply just have it on the desk to create an inspiring space for your kids.
How to use this homemade bowl?
This cute bowl can be displayed as a decorative piece in your kids room, or you could use it to store small items such as jewelry, necklaces, coins etc.
It also makes a great centerpiece home decor on a shelf, or a side or coffee table. Fill it with light items such as flowers, petals or real leaves for an even more beautiful and eye-catching look.
It’s also great for holding potpourri and other scented items that will make your home smell wonderful.
If you’ve been looking for fun crafts to make with the kiddos, this project is for you! No matter your preferences, this DIY bowl with googly eyes is sure to bring lots of joy and some amazing memories! So grab all you need from your favorite craft supplies store and have fun crafting and creating!
What do you need to create this bowl?
- Googly eyes in various colors (I get most of my purchases at the dollar store
- Mod Podge
- sponge brush
- aluminum foil
- bowl with rim
- glitter shakers
- Spray adhesive
- sharp scissors
How to make a bowl with googly eyes:
- Place the bowl upside down on a flat surface.
- Cut a piece of aluminum foil, large enough to cover the bowl and go under about 1″ and make the aluminum foil as bump free as possible.
- Apply a coat of Mod Podge over the aluminum foil, except for the rim and leave to completely dry. Do the same 6 more times.
- After the last coat is applied, add google eyes, starting at the bottom of the bowl, working in circles, until the whole bowl is covered in eyes, except for the rim.
- When all eyes are applied, sprinkle glitter all over.
- Allow the glitter to set in for about 2-3 minutes, then add a coat of spray adhesive, spraying about 10″ away from the bowl.
- Leave to completely dry (I left it overnight) then turn the bowl bottom down, unfold the aluminum foil around the rim, and take the bowl out.
- Gently peel off the aluminum foil all around the bowl, if you don’t want to leave it on as I did.
- With sharp scissors, cut around the rim of the google eyes bowl, removing the excess Mod Podge.
- And you’re done! Enjoy your adorable bowl!
Creating a DIY bowl with googly eyes is an easy and fun way to make something unique, personalized, eye-catching, and cheerful. With this tutorial, you can create your own decorative bowl that will light up any room in no time! Just follow the instructions above and let your creativity shine through! Who knew creating a homemade bowl could be so much fun? Happy crafting!
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DIY bowl with googly eyes
Materials
- Googly eyes in various colors
- Mod Podge
- aluminum foil
- glitter shakers
- Spray adhesive
Tools
- bowl with rim
- sharp scissors
- sponge brush
Instructions
- Place the bowl upside down on a flat surface.
- Cut a piece of aluminum foil, large enough to cover the bowl and go under about 1" and make the aluminum foil as bump free as possible.
- Apply a coat of Mod Podge over the aluminum foil, except for the rim and leave to completely dry. Do the same 6 more times.
- After the last coat is applied, add google eyes, starting at the bottom of the bowl, working in circles, until the whole bowl is covered in eyes, except for the rim.
- When all eyes are applied, sprinkle glitter all over.
- Allow the glitter to set in for about 2-3 minutes, then add a coat of spray adhesive, spraying about 10" away from the bowl.
- Leave to completely dry (I left it overnight) then turn the bowl bottom down, unfold the aluminum foil around the rim, and take the bowl out.
- Gently peel off the aluminum foil all around the bowl, if you don't want to leave it on as I did.
- With sharp scissors, cut around the rim of the google eyes bowl, removing the excess Mod Podge.
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