Tree Decorations

You will need:

• Labrador template (see below or right click and ‘save as’ from this link – Tree Decoration Template )
• Scissors or craft knife
• Card
• Paint
• Hole punch
• Ribbon or string

How to:

• You can either draw your own template or print off the handy template below – Adjust the size of the shape that you want – or make a range of sizes!
• Cut out your decorations using a range of different types of card- I have used recycled cardboard packaging, old shoeboxes as well as thicker card from larger boxes
• Punch a hole in the middle of the back of your Labrador
• Decorate – I have used spray paints as well as craft paints and a paintbrush.
• Leave to dry
• Add your decorative ribbon and hang on your tree!

You can add:

• Using recycled packaging is quick and easy – but you could use MDF craft shapes – you can buy these from craft shops as well as online (from a well known auction site)

If you are using an MDF craft shape you can cover your templates with gilding foil – available in books of leaves in gold and copper from craft shops and online (a well known auction site) but you will also need:

• Gilding Size (adhesive to make the foil sheet stick)
• A paintbrush for the size (adhesive)
• A soft cloth to burnish the foil leaf onto the template
• A clear varnish or wax to seal it

• With a marker pen you can add the name of your dog – why not use gold or silver….or even glitter!
• You can add ribbon around the neck for a collar
• You can add a small bell too
• You can get really creative with old gift wrap and “decoupage” your template, but you will also need:
  • PVA glue
  • A paintbrush
  • A soft cloth to smooth out any wrinkles or air bubbles

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