Spun Cotton Bells

Description

Spun Cotton Bells made in Germany. Perfect to make ornaments and vintage style decorations.

Paint them, add glitter, glue them to other materials – spun cotton bells are very versatile craft materials.

STYLES AND SIZES: 

Note : the ribbed bells have been discontinued.

• SMOOTH SMALL – 26 mm tall x ø 25 mm
• SMOOTH SMALL VINTAGE – 24 mm tall x ø 23 mm
• SMOOTH MEDIUM – 31 mm tall x ø 30 mm
• SMOOTH LARGE  – 39 mm tall x ø 38 mm

Spun Cotton Bells: Frequently Asked Questions

 

How to Make Hanging Bell Ornaments from Bell Blanks

Spun cotton shapes are excellent materials for making hanging ornaments. They are lightweight, easy to paint, and each shape has a small hole on one end, making them simple to hang.

Once painted, the ornaments can be finished with glitter and sealed with a clear coat, such as a gloss medium. The gloss medium gives the bells a shiny finish and helps prevent the glitter from flaking off.

 

Are Spun Cotton Bells sturdy?

Yes! Spun cotton bells—and spun cotton shapes in general—are relatively sturdy because they are made from tightly layered paper.

 

What type of paint is recommended?

Any paint suitable for paper will work on spun cotton shapes. Acrylic paint is a popular choice because it dries very quickly and, once dry, also acts as a protective layer around the shape.

 

How to easily paint a Spun Cotton Bell?

For easy painting, insert a pick or skewer into the bell and use it as a handle. To let the bell dry, rest the stick in a container such as a tall glass, or poke it into a piece of foam.

 

How to glue Spun Cotton Bells to other spun cotton shapes?

A hot glue gun works very well, as the glue dries quickly. The two shapes only need to be held together for a few seconds to form a strong bond.
Tacky glue creates an even stronger hold—its thinner consistency allows it to penetrate the fibers of the spun cotton more deeply—but it does take longer to dry.