Here's how to get an early start on Christmas

Remember that promise to yourself last year that you would get an early start on Christmas this year? Well I am here to help!

This holiday season, there is so much to be merry about with the So Very Merry stamp set! This set comes with several rounded images and sentiments; each of the images is designed to reflect a stained-glass window effect. You can use multiple coloring techniques and tools with these stamps to get your desired look. Mix and match the images and sentiments to create a variety of card fronts, gift tags, treat labels, and so much more. There are so many possibilities to discover this season! Also available in French.

This set has so many colorful, unique and beautiful possibilities. Here's one to try, along with the instructions on how to make it at home. I love the texture and visual interest that the layers make!

Supplies:

Stamp Sets – So Very Merry (162345)
Cardstock – Berry Burst (144243), White Center Specialty Paper (161748); Basic White (159276)
Stamp Pads – Tuxedo Black Pad (132708)
Misc. – Bright & Beautiful 6 x 6 Designer Series Paper (161449); Stylish Shapes Dies (159183); Wink of Stella (141897); Adhesive Backed Sequins Trio (161206); Blends ~ Berry Burst (161681), Lost Lagoon (161680), Bubble Bath (161673), Pool Party (154894); Multipurpose Liquid Glue (110755)

Measurements:

Berry Burst Cardstock: 8 1/2” x 5 1/2” scored at 4 ¼”
DSP: 4” x 5 ¼”
Specialty Paper: 3 ¾” x 5”
Basic White: 3” x 6”

Instructions:

Tear edges of the White Center Specialty Paper using your thumb & forefinger.
Adhere the DSP to the base card.
Adhere the torn White Center Paper to the base card.
Stamp the angel on Basic White, die cut with the second largest circle die.
Color the angel using the blends, add Wink of Stella to her dress.
Stamp the sentiment on Basic White, die cut using the second largest circle die and the fourth largest circle die to create the halo-shaped sentiment piece.