shessuchatart Posted October 18, 2010 Share Posted October 18, 2010 I'm looking at trying some ornies. I read the directions on bitter creek and something jumped out at me, since I was thinking of making them as Christmas ornaments. It does mention displaying them on a tree...but also that they shouldn't be set on a plastic surface because of the oils. While I *LOVE* real trees, I know that a LOT of people use fake ones, and I imagine the "needles" are a type of plastic. So...will the ornies damage the fake trees? Has anyone tried hanging them on a fake tree? Does it stain the needles or do something else? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alajane Posted October 20, 2010 Share Posted October 20, 2010 I used them on my tree last year and didn't see anything noticeable--of course, I wasn't looking for anything!! And the ornies used were green--pine scented. I wanted to add the pine scent to my tree but always decorate in a color scheme so didn't want to use ornaments that showed up, so put the scented ornies deep into the tree.I guess that makes my answer no good because who would notice if there was damage deep within the tree. On the other hand, I can say the ornies didn't stick to the branches, if that helps! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pcbrook Posted October 20, 2010 Share Posted October 20, 2010 I really do not think you have to worry about it too much touching a fake tree. You could probably test it out putting it on the inside of the tree where you would not notice any damage if there were any.HTH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shewill5 Posted October 20, 2010 Share Posted October 20, 2010 This is the coolest idea! Post a pic when you have some made? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mary0050 Posted October 21, 2010 Share Posted October 21, 2010 I used them on my tree last year and didn't see anything noticeable--of course, I wasn't looking for anything!! And the ornies used were green--pine scented. I wanted to add the pine scent to my tree but always decorate in a color scheme so didn't want to use ornaments that showed up, so put the scented ornies deep into the tree.I guess that makes my answer no good because who would notice if there was damage deep within the tree. On the other hand, I can say the ornies didn't stick to the branches, if that helps!This is a GREAT idea! I've never made aroma beads but after reading the directions when do you add the fo? Sorry if it's a stupid questions but I did not see that in the instructions. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lauramw71 Posted October 21, 2010 Share Posted October 21, 2010 not a silly question! To make the beads, you mix the ornie beads and fo in a jar. Close it up, and every now and again give it a good shake. Sometimes it takes a couple days for the FO to completely soak up. You'll know when your beads are ready when you shake the jar and none stick to the sides. Than you can either put the beads in a sachet bag, or you can melt them to make like an ornament. I've never melted them, but I believe you put them in a metal cookie cutter and bake... I'm sure someone who has melted them will jump in here. I got a bunch of metal cookie cutters garage saleing this year and am eventually going to make the ornies. I like the idea for hanging them on an XMas tree! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alajane Posted October 21, 2010 Share Posted October 21, 2010 To add to lauramw71's answer, if you want to color your beads, you need to add the color to the fragrance before adding the beads.Glad this response popped up in my e-mail; I was searching for the directions for you while she was answering. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mary0050 Posted October 22, 2010 Share Posted October 22, 2010 Thanks ladies I can't wait to make these! I've not seen them here in South Texas so hopefully they will sell great. Will let you know! Thanks again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lauramw71 Posted October 22, 2010 Share Posted October 22, 2010 Be careful, these CAN melt if left in a hot car.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mparadise Posted October 22, 2010 Share Posted October 22, 2010 Laura beat me to it but I was going to warn you about these in the TX heat. I have no issues in MA but I know some people in the hot south have had issues, even with beads put in organza bags, melting & making a mess. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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