It’s Sweater Weather and Craft Time!

Get cozy and join Tamara from Kansas City as she walks you through creating delightful DIY Christmas stationery using the Holiday Maker Box.

Whether it’s cold and snowy or just a festive time of year, this project will add a warm, personal touch to your holiday season. Perfect for cards, gift tags, and more, Tamara shares tips, tricks, and her love for crafting in this step-by-step tutorial.

What You’ll Learn in This Project

• How to design custom holiday cards and matching envelopes.
• Tips for layering stencils and creating negative space for unique designs.
• Techniques to mix colors for custom shades using gel art inks.
• Creative ways to turn your stationery into gifts or festive decor.

Materials Used

This project features the Holiday Maker Box, which includes:

• Stencils: "Holiday Outfits" and "Sweater Weather" (exclusive to the box).
• Gel Art Inks: A versatile palette of red, green, gold, black, and blue.
• Heavy Cardstock: Perfect for creating cards and envelopes.
• Spreaders: For applying ink evenly across stencils.
• Red Satin Ribbon: To add a touch of elegance to your projects.
• Gold Paint Pen: Ideal for adding delicate details or outlines.

You’ll also need a few additional crafting staples:

• Washi Tape: To create clean lines and protect areas while stenciling.
• Scissors: For trimming and cutting shapes.
• Toothpicks: Great for touching up fine details.
• Craft Paper: For wrapping and additional decorative touches.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Set Up Your Workspace: Start by gathering your supplies from the Holiday Maker Box. Use washi tape to secure your stencil onto the cardstock and create negative space for your design.
2. Mix and Match Colors: Use the gel art inks to create custom colors. Tamara mixed green and black for a rich shade and used blue to evoke a Scandinavian winter vibe.
3. Stencil Your Design: Apply the gel art ink with the spreader, ensuring even coverage. Pull the stencil away gently to reveal your pattern, and let the ink dry.
4. Add Text and Details: Use the "Merry Christmas" stencil to add festive text to your cards. Tape off unwanted parts of the stencil to ensure clean lettering.
5. Create Matching Envelopes: Decorate envelopes to coordinate with your cards. Use smaller stencil designs like hats or sweaters to add playful details.
6. Personalize and Assemble: Attach satin ribbon to your cards for a polished look. Consider cutting out stencil designs to create 3D embellishments or garlands for an extra special touch.
7. Wrap it Up: Use craft paper to create matching wrapping for your gifts, or add custom designs to ribbon and tags.

Crafting Tips from Tamara

• Experiment with Color: Mix gel art inks to create custom shades and match your holiday theme.
• Layer Your Designs: Stencil different patterns and words to add depth and interest to your creations.
• Enjoy the Process: Don’t stress about perfection—creativity thrives when you’re in a state of play!

Why You’ll Love the Holiday Maker Box

The Holiday Maker Box is packed with everything you need to create unique holiday crafts. These high-quality materials and exclusive stencils make it easy to craft personalized stationery, gifts, and more. Plus, every project is designed to spark joy and creativity during the festive season.

Get Started Today!

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to craft beautiful memories with the Holiday Maker Box. Whether you’re creating for loved ones or adding a handmade touch to your celebrations, this kit has everything you need.

Let the spirit of the season inspire your creativity and make this year’s celebrations truly magical.

Happy crafting!