4 Posca Christmas DIYs

Amid all the December bustle, a small creative project can be the perfect little breather. With Posca, the opaque acrylic marker that adheres to almost anything, it becomes easy to add personal touches that make Christmas feel even cosier. Here you’ll find four creative ideas you can adapt to whatever you have at home, whether you want to brighten up the festive table, refresh old baubles or wrap gifts in a new and sustainable way.

1. Playful touches for your Christmas table

The Christmas dinner may be full of traditions, but the table setting itself doesn’t have to follow any old rules. With Posca, an opaque acrylic marker that works on everything from stone and wood to metal and glass, you can add little surprises to the table that make your guests smile even before the first meatball hits the plate.

Small stones turn into elves, trees or stars and bring an unexpectedly charming detail among napkins and glasses. Pine cones are also perfect for a makeover. A few strokes of gold or silver make them festive, and if you tuck a small name tag in between the scales, you have place cards that feel simple, thoughtful and wonderfully wintry. If you have other bits and pieces at home, like wooden coasters, game pieces or small glass jars, you can give those a Posca makeover too.

Tips to keep in mind

• Shake your pens well for the best flow and coverage.
• Dust off natural materials before you start so the colour adheres better.
• Let each layer of colour dry before adding the next.
• For extra durability, finish with a thin layer of varnish.
• Use a fine tip for details and a broader marker for patterns or highlights.

2. Give your lantern a lift

Candle lanterns are true Christmas classics, quietly creating atmosphere night after night. But sometimes they deserve a little extra sparkle. With Posca, which gives strong, opaque colour even on glass, you can quickly transform an ordinary lantern into something personal, graphic or delightfully festive. Try simple lines and dots, small trees around the rim or a frosted pattern that looks like snow.

Posca’s acrylic paint adheres well to glass, and the best part is that you can wipe it off if you change your mind or want a new design after Christmas. If you prefer a more permanent result, you can seal your artwork with a water-based varnish for glass. It’s a perfect way to create a unique decoration that lasts year after year.

Tips to keep in mind

• Clean the glass surface thoroughly before painting to ensure even adhesion.
• Lines and patterns look especially good on glass. For larger areas, work in thin layers and let each one dry.
• Mistake? Simply wipe it off with a damp cloth or a little glass cleaner.
• For a permanent finish: let the paint dry for at least 24 hours, then spray two thin coats of water-based varnish for glass.
• Remember that decorated glass items should not be used for food and are not dishwasher-safe.

3. Design your own Christmas baubles

Old, worn baubles that have lost their sparkle? Posca to the rescue! The opaque marker makes it easy to give baubles in any material a completely new look. A multipack of plain plastic baubles quickly becomes a unique collection once you start playing with patterns, dots and unexpected colours. And if you really want to go all in, you can even make the baubles yourself from air-dry clay and shape them exactly as you like — they don’t need to be perfectly round to be charming.

The best part is the variety: matte, glossy, metal, glass or papier-mâché, Posca behaves a little differently on each surface but works on them all. Perfect when you want to fill the tree with something that doesn’t feel mass-produced.

Tips to keep in mind

• Plastic: Posca adheres well, but the surface can be slippery. Work in thin layers and seal with varnish if you want your decorations to last for years.
• Glass: Great for crisp lines and detailed painting. The colour can be wiped away if you change your mind. For a permanent finish: let dry for at least 24 hours and apply two thin coats of varnish.
• Metal: Posca grips especially well on slightly textured surfaces. On very smooth metal, the colour may rub off. Let dry thoroughly and seal if needed.
• Papier-mâché/cardboard: A porous surface that absorbs colour immediately. Often doesn’t need sealing.
• Clay (air-dry or ceramic): Perfect for completely custom shapes. Posca covers quickly and stays put. Seal for extra durability and add gloss varnish if you want a shiny finish.

4. Create your own fabric gift wrap

Fabric gift wrap has become increasingly popular, and it’s easy to see why. It adds a warm, cosy feel that’s just as thoughtful as the gift itself. With old sheets, tablecloths or leftover fabric from sewing projects, you can create wrap that’s both sustainable and completely unique — and with Posca, it’s simple to add patterns, details and small messages. Bonus: tuck a little decoration into the knot, like a sprig, a flower or a piece of Christmas sweets for extra charm.

Posca works well on both natural and synthetic fabrics and gives a matte, handmade look that makes every parcel personal. With a bit of preparation and proper heat-setting, your design will last beautifully, so the fabric can be used again and again.

Tips to keep in mind

• Wash the fabric before you start, especially if it’s new or has been stored for a long time.
• Place an absorbent surface underneath so the colour doesn’t bleed through.
• Natural fabrics absorb colour more quickly and may need additional layers.
• Let each layer dry before adding the next to achieve an even finish.
• Fix the design by ironing on the reverse side without steam.

Which tip will you choose?

Ten nibs and a sea of colours mean just as many creative possibilities as there are makers. From street art to school projects, from professional illustrators to DIY enthusiasts, Posca is used by creative people of all ages and styles. Explore the full range of Posca markers at Pen Store!