Wal-Mart 98cent Plastic Bunny Make Over!

I've always had a love for antique vintage candy molds and when I found these Wal-Mart plastic bunnies, I knew I had to transform a few of them.  There are so many possibilities, chalk paint, pastels, chocolate, etc....  I may do a variety. 

This technique is so simple and has been around for years.  I think I actually learned this in high school art class with a piggy.    I just thought I would share my step-by-step process.  

(If you're not a OldeMoonlane Friends Group member on FB here is the link as I do give a short video demo in the group for group members. 
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1082292835119863/?

I can imagine these as ornaments on an Easter Tree can't you!   
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​Step#1- I used a cereal box for my cardboard.  I opened the plastic candy container and traced the outline of each one onto the cardboard.  Next, I freehand traced a second line about 1/4" on the outside of the original tracing line.  (except for the bottom). 

​Step #2 Cut the outside line.  I glued the bunny to the cardboard with Dollar tree glue lining it up with the inner line.  ​

​Step#3-   I painted 2 coats of black acrylic paint on both sides of each section and let dry.  I had no troubles with it sticking to the plastic.  

​Step #4- Using a mop brush and Deco Art Silver Dazzling Metallics I dry brush over the black.  Next, I dry brushed a light coat of cinnamon on top.  

​Step#5- I glued on a pink ribbon bow.  I used Spray Glitter in silver (I buy it at wal-mart)  it is a 2 in 1 glitter sealer spray.  

I hope you liked the step-by-step pics of this easy project.  If so, leave a comment on this blog post (here below) and I will be selecting a name from the comments for one of the bunnies.  

Blessings!
Wendy

Update- Below is a few pics to share a few more ideas as I am enjoying the varieties!