Looking for a cute, beginner-friendly holiday project that doubles as a heartfelt handmade gift? In Day 27 of 30 Days of Holiday Gift Making, artist Anu Varikattu shows you how to create an adorable hand-painted Christmas bear ornament that's perfect for decorating your tree or gifting to someone special. This project is ideal for beginners and focuses on simple shapes, soft shading, and playful details that bring personality to your ornament without feeling overwhelming. In this lesson, you’ll learn how to: 🐻 Transfer a simple bear sketch onto an ornament base 🎨 Build soft layers with white, gray, and black paint 🖌 Add depth with highlights, shadows, and texture 🧣 Paint festive details like scarves, stripes, and blush ✨ Finish with whimsical touches like stars and snow By the end, you’ll have a charming handmade ornament that feels cozy, personal, and full of holiday spirit. 👉 Watch the full class, “DIY Christmas Project for Beginners: Hand-Painted Ornament for Your Christm...