DIY Glittery Christmas Postcards

Tools & Materials:

• Scissors, Ruler & Pencil
• Glue
• Tracing Paper
• Martha Stewart Crafts - Deep Edge Punch (Embroidery)

Which glue to choose?

My favorite crafts glue is Crafter’s Pick - THE ULTIMATE. "Non-toxic, a high-performance adhesive formulated especially to give a flexible water resistant bond to difficult to glue surfaces".  The formula works with plastics, metals, papers, buttons, ribbons, and more. However,  always test your glues before applying.  

Another glue I use is Tombow MONO Permanent Adhesive Applicator. It's basically to two sided tape that is safe for thin papers, photos, etc. 

For photos, I also like Pioneer Photo Glue Stick that dries clear. 

Papers and Envelopes:

• Decorative wrapping paper
• Landscape Fold Cards in Silver (4 1.2 x 6 1/4 size)
• Metallic Gold Envelopes A6 (4 3/4 x 6 ½ size)
• Glitter Cardstock (12x12 size)

Step 1

Use Deep Edge Punch to create lace pattern. Pay attention to pictures on the Punch to keep the pattern consistent.

Step 2

Use a postcard as a model to create 4 1.2 x 6 1/4 glitter rectangle. Next, stick the rectangle to the front of the folded card. 

Step 3

Save this image as JPEG, and print it.

Lay the tracing paper on top of your print, and trace over the lines with a pencil.

Step 4

Copy Christmas tree shape to the back of your glitter paper, and cut out the Christmas tree shape.

Step 5

Use any carton paper to create two small rectangles to be attached at the back side of the tree shape (this will create 3D look). 

Step 6

Finally, stick the tree to the front of your card.

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