Hammered Bowl


  Turn an old light fixture into a beautiful centerpiece with Hammer Finish. Glitter accents, rocks and crystals add sparkle and sophistication.

What you need:

  • Krylon Outdoor Spaces® Hammered Finish - Hammered Silver (#2916)
  • Krylon UV-Resistant Clear - Clear Gloss (#1305)
  • Utility light fixture (re-purposed as bowl)
  • Crystal beaded "jewels"
  • Small smooth rocks
  • Lime glitter (fine)
  • Tea light Glass
  • Votive Cup
  • Craft Glue
  • Narrow brush for glue - approx.1/4"
  • Latex gloves (if desired)

How and How Long:

  1. For exterior of bowl, turn fixture-bowl over and spray with Hammered Silver according to can instructions. (Placing it on centered small rise is helpful). Let dry completely.
  2. For interior of bowl, spray with several light coats of Hammered Silver according to can instructions; let dry completely.
  3. Spray rocks with Hammered Silver spray and let dry. Hammered surface dries rather quickly but will require a curing time of approx. 48 hours.
  4. To create lime green accents, brush glue around outer edges and down interior of the bowl slightly in a "Drip style" (see photo for reference). Sprinkle lime glitter over glue. Pour off excess glitter, let dry. At edges, add glue and glitter to any thin place, let dry.
  5. Spray UV Resistant Clear over lime glitter to seal and protect surface; let dry thoroughly.
  6. To finish, pour lime glitter into votive cup till partially full, place tea light inside. Be careful not to get glitter on tea light when burning the candle. Place glass votive in bowl center, arrange rocks & clear jewels around it.
Approximate project time: 2 hours.

What it Costs:

Approximate cost is $12.