Create Your Own Custom Trophy

Chantilly, Va. – Award Crafters, a trophy shop in Chantilly, VA, believes that awards help to bring people together. So, what better way to connect with your kids than making their very own trophy with them! Below is a step by step guide on how you and your child can create a trophy together using materials that can be found around the house.

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.       Obtain your materials

You will need model clay, a hot glue gun, spray paint, spray paint primer, and a wine or champagne glass. Make sure that you use air-dry clay. Also, you may want to use a plastic wine or champagne glass so that the trophy does not shatter if dropped.

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.       Use the clay to make trophy handles

Shape the clay into two handles for the trophy. You will want to make the handles as close to identical as you can. Be sure that the handles are small enough to be glued to the side of the glass.

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.       Allow the handles to dry

You will need to let the clay handles sit for about 24 hours to ensure that they are completely dry before proceeding.

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.       Glue the handles to the glass

You will want to use a hot glue gun to attach the handles to the side of the glass. Be sure to allow the glue to dry before continuing. Also, Award Crafters, a manufacturer of awards in Chantilly, VA, reminds you that glue does not stick to glass very well. You should handle with care and allow glue to completely dry before continuing.

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.       Apply primer and paint

First, apply primer evenly across the entire trophy and allow it to dry. Next, add an even coat of spray paint to the trophy and allow it to completely dry.

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.       Decorate

Once the paint is totally dry, your child can add any decorations they like. You can use sharpies or acrylic paint to draw on the trophy. Other decorations can also be glued onto the trophy.

Award Crafters, a creator of awards near Washington, DC, hopes that you enjoy this project with your family! If you would rather have professionals create a trophy for you, feel free to stop by our store and browse our vast selection.