This festive project is led by Melissa Bradshaw of Junk & Craft Treasures, one of our talented Essential Stencil ambassadors known for her warm, down-to-earth style and creative farmhouse designs. Follow along as Melissa walks us through how to make a cozy Gingerbread Bakeshop Sign using the Merry & Sweet Stencil Bundle 2025.
Start by applying painter’s tape along all the inner edges of your 18" framed wooden board. This helps keep your paint lines clean.
Using a flat brush, paint the outer frame red — include both the inner and outer edges. Let it dry completely.
Once dry, remove the tape. Apply white paint to the inner part of the board to create the background. Let it dry, then apply a second coat for a bolder, even finish.
When the white background is fully dry, lightly sand the surface for a smooth, professional finish.
Position the Gingerbread Bakeshop 16x10 Stencil (exclusive to the Merry & Sweet Stencil Bundle 2025) on the board. Using a dry stencil brush, fill in all black design areas — except the word “Gingerbread” and the two gingerbread cookies.
With a clean brush, paint the word “Gingerbread” in red. Apply a second coat if needed for a more vibrant color.
Using brown paint, fill in the gingerbread cookies. Allow the first coat to dry before applying a second layer for added depth. Then, carefully lift the stencil.
Once the cookies are dry, align the face layer stencil over each gingerbread and fill in the adorable facial features using white paint.
Here’s the finished Gingerbread Bakeshop Christmas Sign — a sweet, nostalgic touch for your holiday décor!
We love how Melissa brought this project to life with cheerful color and classic Christmas charm. Try your own version and share it with us using #EssentialStencil on social media!
Shop the full Merry & Sweet Stencil Bundle 2025 and pick up your favorite Stencil Brush Set to get started. Happy crafting!
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