Create decorative plaster birds for your tree

There's something poetic about handmade ornaments. Each piece tells a story, a moment, a gesture of love. In this article, I'll show you how to make porcelain-style decorative birds for your Christmas tree (or any seasonal decoration) using Aqua Resin . : natural, safe, perfect even for beginners.

Why use Aqua Resin

Aqua Resin is a white, non-toxic, water-based mineral resin. It comes in powder form and is activated simply with cold water. No protection is needed, it's odorless, and it can even be used with children for creative family activities.

Its smooth, shiny finish is reminiscent of porcelain. And it's precisely this finish that makes our decorative birds special: light, elegant, and unique.

What do you need?

• Aqua Resin

• Cold water or Aqua Shield for a shiny, waterproof finish

• Silicone mold in the shape of a bird ( you can also make it yourself with silicone rubber )

• Powdered pigments or acrylics if you want to color them

• A stirring stick

• Ribbon or string for hanging

Procedure

1. Prepare the mixture
Mix 100g of Aqua Resin with 30g of cold water, or with Aqua Shield for greater strength and a high-gloss finish. Mix with a spatula or whisk until smooth.

2. Pour into the mold
Pour the mixture into the silicone mold. For a decorative touch, you can add colored pigments, glitter, or gold leaf directly into the mold before pouring.

3. Wait and unmold
After about 30 minutes, the resin will harden. Gently unmold your bird and admire the details: the surface will be smooth and defined.

4. Decorate and finish
You can leave it white for a porcelain look or customize it with hand-painted details. Add a small hole before the resin fully hardens, or glue a hook on the back for a ribbon to hang.

Creative ideas

You can make a series of birds in different colors, perhaps alternating pastel and neutral shades
Use stamps, metal pins, or thin tools to engrave initials, dates, or symbols
Create multiple silicone molds to vary the shapes and give rhythm to your composition

Conclusion

These little birds are more than just decorations: they are symbols of delicacy, care, and conscious creativity. Perfect for the tree, but also for party favors, place cards, or wall decorations. And the beauty is that each piece is unique, like the person who created it.

With Aqua Resin Creating decorative objects becomes a simple, safe, and satisfying gesture. Shape your imagination, one detail at a time.

Want to try it yourself? Tell me about your experience or share your creations: every inspiration is a precious gift for those who love to create with their hands and their heart.