You may have seen our Hamsa Wall Decor when we did the mystical make challenge, so now we’re sharing the tutorial! This project couldn’t be easier!

What is a Hamsa?

A Hamsa is a symbol in many different cultures that is believed to bring luck and protection. Although it has religious origins (it can be found in all the world’s major religions, including Judaism, Christianity, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Islam), we’re adapting it for home decor.

Specifically, I’m making this for my sister for when she sells her house. Because who doesn’t need a little luck when it comes to selling your biggest asset? We’ve all worked hard to get it onto the market. So not only are we hoping for a quick sale, but want that luck to stretch so she can find a new home quickly too! All well wishes for her are greatly accepted and appreciated (I’ll likely have more about her story in upcoming posts) :).

Watch this Video!

https://youtu.be/56-tiacJi7Y&list=UULFLNXKw5KKciUho-ox3sUj3Q

Hamsa Wall Decor Supplies

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• Saral Transfer Paper
• Sharpie Metallic Marker set (I used fine point for this project, but this thicker set of chisel markers will cut down time. There are lots of complaints on Amazon about these being dried out and unreturnable, so it might be best to buy these in-store.
• Hamsa wall decor template (get it in our Birdz on the Fly library)
• Wood Round. If you can’t find these, you can cut them out of plywood.
• Chalk Mineral Paint – Midnight Sky
• Satin Clear Coat
• Mini Angle Brush
• Artist Brushes
• Continuous Mister

It’s time for another Creative Craft blog hop! So if you are visiting from Tammy at Patina & Paint, welcome! At the very bottom of this post, I’ll be directing you to the next stop on this venture. But don’t forget to check out the other stops too because you’ll find plenty more ideas. Be sure to drop back in throughout the week to visit them all!

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DIY Hamsa Wall Decor

When using chalk paint, first mist the brush.

I work right out of the container and brush Midnight Sky onto the wood round.

If the paint is too thick, spray on more water with the fine mister bottle. I got great coverage. So I only used one coat.

Transfer Hamsa

Once the paint is dry, transfer the image. We use Saral transfer paper under the design because it’s not permanent and is easy to erase.

This video shows you the process of tracing with Saral and working with a paint pen:

https://youtu.be/xc85pwvbqII&list=UULFLNXKw5KKciUho-ox3sUj3Q

Just trace with a pencil (I’m using white Saral since the background is dark).

Because I’m using fine markers, I trace double lines for the outline. However, using a thicker marker will cut down on outlining and then having to colour in between the lines like I’m doing.

Now select a metallic marker. I’m choosing the bronze from this 3-pack.

Go over each line with the marker. 

Finally, colour in the lines.

Topcoat your Hamsa Art

Brush on one or two coats of clear coat satin.

I actually forgot to brush the edges with chalk paint. So a flat artist brush helps with that!

Hamsa Decor Reveal

Although it isn’t hung here, doesn’t our Hamsa wall decor make a cute addition to our DIY earring holder?

My sister’s house is now freshly painted and ready for staging. Understandably, after all the patching and prep work, she opted not to put holes in the wall for artwork. So this Hamsa wall decor is part of a vignette on a bedside table – until she finds a new home.

By the way, if you like the pop of colour, you’ll find the tutorial for the butterfly artwork, acrylic pour painting here.

Pin Hamsa Wall Decor

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Creative Craft Hop

Now it’s time to check out these Wood Bead Garland With Pom Pom Pumpkins from Donna at Modern at Monticello. When you’re done, please remember to visit these other amazing talents below:

• Santa’s Christmas Tree
• Minimalist Evafoam Oak Leaf Wreath
• How to Craft Velvet Mushrooms (That Smell Like Christmas!)
• Santa Mugs and Bottle Brush Trees
• Hamsa Wall Decor (that’s us!)
• Wood Bead Garland With Pom Pom Pumpkins
• Halloween Porch Sign with Free Designs
• The Haunted House
• How to Make an Easy Christmas Swag
• How to Make Wood Block Pumpkins

Free Hamsa Wall Decor Template

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