Behind the Scenes – Creating a Bridal Party Dress Ornament

 

There are several steps involved to take this wood cutout from plain wood to a beautiful gift for your attendants! 

Step 1:  Prep work - Sand the ornaments.

Step 2:  Prep work part 2 – Gesso (prime) the ornaments.

Step 3:  Mix dress color.

Step 4: Paint - this step takes the longest!  There is the base coat then the detail work with shading, highlighting etc. to get them looking just right.

Step 5 & 6:  Adding the personalization details after the painting is done.  Then varnishing!  The finish really brings out the depth of color in the final ornament.

Step 7:  Pack & ship your unique keepsake for your bridal party!