Stamps for the holidays - creative ideas for unique gifts and decorations

Ready for the next holidays? Why not try something creative and unique gifts and decorations stamps It's so easy!

Whether on paper, cookies or other materials, with motif stamps , beautiful designs can be stamped.

When it comes to holidays, there are many ways to personalize gifts, invitations and decorations . A creative way of doing this is through stamping.

But why is stamping so special for public holidays?

Well, stamping you can create unique designs and motifs on different surfaces such as paper, envelopes or even cookies. It is easy and does not require much accessories to get started.

There is also a large selection of motif stamps and stamp cushions to choose from, which enable you to express your creativity and add your own note. And for those who like it particularly creatively, you can even design and manufacture your own stamps .

If you are new to stamp, there is a lot of information and instructions available. Regardless of whether you are an experienced stammer or a beginner, stamping is a great way to personalize your holiday decorations and gifts. In the next section we will share some creative ideas for unique gifts and decorations with stamps.

Here are a few suggestions in the following video:

Creative ideas for unique gifts and decorations

When it comes to creating unique gifts and decorations for the holidays, stamping is a simple, relaxing and at the same time creative method that everyone can try out.

In Germany in particular, stamping on the holidays is a common tradition that enables personalized gifts and individual decorations yourself.

In the past, people often only stamped with a few words such as "Merry Christmas" or "Happy New Year" , today there are a variety of stamps and motif stamps with various Christmas and New Year motifs.

An example of a creative gift is the self -stamped wrapping paper or a suitable gift packaging. With a white paper as a base, individual patterns and decorations can be designed with different colors and stamps in order to make the gift unique.

Even self -designed invitations and envelopes can be spiced up with stamps. A shipping address decorated with the right stamp motif, the heart of the recipient will definitely make it beat faster. If you are new to stamp, you will find information on technical details, color and material selection as well as contact with stammer and handicraft experts on many websites. There are cheap stamps,

Even in paper and handicrafts, there are usually instructions and inspiration for stamping holiday gifts.

Cookie Stamping - stamping on cookies

Did you know that you can use food coloring as a stamp color for cookies It is quite exciting to transfer manual hobbies For safety reasons, it is best to use stamps that have never been used with stamp paint.

Collect your favorite stamps for the holidays to bake festive Christmas cookies. Find your favorite Schneemann or Santa Claus stamp.

You can also use heart stamps for tinkering delicacies for Valentine's Day. There are no limits when decorating cookie glaze with stamps. Design designs for various occasions all year round. With simple food coloring that is gently applied to white, dried cooking glaze, you can prepare breathtaking desserts.

Detailed instructions and lots of tips are available from Lisa Kaminski on Taste of Home .

Stamped DIY candles

Similar to the reuse of soap, you can make new, stamped candles from old candles. You can buy a set with 8 or 12 candle -folds directly in your local handicraft shop. To make your new candles, collect old candlesticks and put them in a heat -resistant bowl.

Heat the wax old candles over the stove or in the microwave. You can use old glasses, schnapps glasses, recycled candle holders or mason jars to form your new candles.

You can use stamps to decorate your new candles by turning depressions into the wax when heating, or you can use tissue paper and quickly drying ink to transfer stamp pictures to each candle surface. Take a look these step-by-step instructions on candle handicrafts for using stamp ink on wax surfaces:

If you really enjoy decorating candles, you can get materials with which you can shape candles with shimmering text.

Nail Stamping Art

Create beautiful nail art by creating ink prints or structured depressions with your stamps. Take a look at this great video for nail stamping to find out how!

You need nail stamp ink for the method in the nail stamp video. Start with dried, painted nails. You can either buy materials specially developed for nails or reuse your craft items.

While normal rubber stamps and ink are a little more difficult to use, most inks forgive. In this way you can start with every nail that you screw up all over.

For a structured look, stamp non -dried nails with a dry wooden stamp. Be sure to clean the stamps with acetone to remove excess nail polish. The acetone can wear out the rubber. Therefore, be sure to use stamps that you no longer need.

Potato stamp-the classic from childhood

The original - and possibly the best - of the homemade stamp materials for children and young families. While cutting and carving the potato in a stamp is definitely a work for the hands of adults, the potato stamps are the best stamps for children because half the potato fits well into the smallest hands and forms a stable handle.

Take a look at these and other ideas for sweet potato stamps at One Inch World .

What kind of stamp species are there?

There are different types of stamps that have different properties depending on the purpose and area of ​​application. One of the oldest and best known types of stamps are the wooden stamps . These consist of a wooden block and a sanded rubber plate, to which the desired motif or lettering is carved.

Another type of stamps are the self-colored stamps , also known as a trodate stamp . These stamps have an integrated stamp cushion, which is automatically moistened by pressure on the stamp. This eliminates the separate moisture of the stamp cushion and the stamp is at any time ready for use.

Rubber stamps , also known as a clear stamps , are more flexible and softer than wooden stamps. They consist of transparent silicone and can be positioned on an acrylic block. Due to your flexibility, you can better adapt to the uneven or curved surfaces.

The special stamp species include date and number stamps . In addition to a text or motif, these also contain an adjustable date or number display, which updates automatically.

How to make beautiful Christmas stamps

There are many ways to make your own motif stamps without having to spend a fortune. Examples of this are the use of household items as a template or digital designs on the computer. It is important that you pay attention to the right materials, such as the right stamp cushion, the right paper and of course a high quality stamp.

You can find information about this in your local handicraft shop or on the Internet. If you are not yet so familiar with stamping, it is easy to learn the basic techniques. There are many tutorials on YouTube or you could join a local stamp club to learn from other stampers.

How do you stamp correctly and avoid frequent mistakes? The basics

Correct stamping requires a few basic steps and tricks to achieve a clean and sharp result.

First of all, you have to make sure that your stamp plate is clean and dry to achieve a perfect result. Make sure you apply the ink evenly and remove the excess ink. You can also remove the drop from the stamp surface by simply blowing.

Press the stamp straight and evenly on the paper to get a sharp and clear picture. It is important not to smear or move the stamp stamp, as this can affect the appearance of the stamped image.

It is ideal if you press the stamp slightly into the color and do not press too much.

Check your stamped picture before stamping on several times. If something looks irregular or smeared, you can carefully correct it and stamp it again.

Step-by-step instructions for stamping invitations and envelopes

Here is a step-by-step instruction for stamping invitations and envelopes.

1. Make sure you have all the materials you need: paper, stamp cushions and stamps. If you do not yet have your own motif stamps, there are some great examples of stamp stores online that offer a large selection of stamps.
2. Place the paper flat on a work surface and make sure that the stamp pillow is available in the desired color.
3. If you are not sure how to stamp, there are various videos online that offer you information and tips on how to stamp.
4. Select the stamp you want to use and hold it onto the handle to stamp it.
5. Center the stamp on the paper and press it lightly on the paper to transmit the motif. Make sure that the stamp lies evenly on the paper.
6. Try to move the paper as little as possible when applying the stamp to avoid blurred lines or smearings.
7. Wait a few seconds to ensure that the color dries.
8. If you have to write down contacts to send your invitations and envelopes, use a pen. Remember that the dry color on paper may be difficult to write.

With these simple steps you can quickly and easily design beautiful invitations and envelopes. And don't forget that you can adapt and vary the colors and stamp motifs as you like to live out your creativity .

Tips for using colors when stamping

In order to create really unique gifts and decorations for the holidays, it is important to experiment with colors when stamping .

Here are seven tips for using colors when stamping:

1. Use contrasting colors for a striking design. For example, a black stamp print on white paper will immediately catch the eye.
2. Play with different colors of the same color to create depth. A stamped picture in different green tones can result in beautiful, realistic fir tree decoration.
3. Less is sometimes more. Do not use too many colors at once to avoid overcrowded or chaotic appearance.
4. Try different types of stamps. A pigment pillow can produce strong colors on dark or metallic paper, while a dye pillow is better suited for bright papers and gentler colors.
5. Instead of colors, also use metallic or glittering stamp cushions for additional shine and shimmer.
6. Experiment with different stamping techniques to coordinate or mix colors.
7. Be brave and experiment with new color combinations. You never know what amazing results you will achieve.

We hope that you liked this post and that you could take many ideas for yourself and your upcoming projects.

Joachim Rodriguez y Romero

Owner and managing director of Kunstplaza. Publicist, editor and passionate blogger in the field of art, design and creativity since 2011. Successful conclusion in web design as part of a university degree (2008). Further development of creativity techniques through courses in free drawing, expression painting and theatre/acting. Profound knowledge of the art market through many years of journalistic research and numerous collaborations with actors/institutions from art and culture.

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