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Ombre Christmas Magic: Create a Sparkling Snowman Round with Stencils & Diamond Dust! ❄️
Ombre Christmas Round with Snowman Transfer & Diamond Dust
By Tammy Muto of Cheers to Creativity
Get ready to add a touch of magic to your holiday decor! In this wintery DIY, Tammy Muto shows how to blend beautiful shades of blue and white for an ombre sky, stencil a silver message that shimmers, and finish the look with a snowman transfer and sparkling diamond dust. It’s the perfect blend of cozy and festive creativity!
Table of Contents
Materials You'll Need
- Christmas Eve Magic Stencil
- Santa’s Sleigh Ride Stencil
- Hope for the Holidays Rub-on Transfer
- Essential Rub-On Transfer Tool
- Stencil Brush Set (Natural Bristle)
- Mini Stencil Brush Set (4pk)
- 18" round wood board
- Acrylic paints: Payne’s Gray or Prussian Blue, White, Silver Metallic, and White Pearl Metallic
- Diamond dust or glitter (for shimmer)
- Clear varnish or Mod Podge
- Painter’s tape, chip brush, and paper towels
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Create the Ombre Background
Start by painting the top half of your 18" round with a rich gray-blue color (like Payne’s Gray). Then, as you move downward, blend in white paint for a soft ombre fade.
2. Add a Starry Night Effect
Using a damp brush with white paint, lightly flick and splatter paint across the board to create soft “stars” in your night sky.
3. Stencil the Christmas Eve Magic Lettering
Once dry, position the Christmas Eve Magic Stencil toward the top. Tape it down and fill the lettering with silver metallic paint using a mini dome brush. Apply a second coat for crisp, clean edges.
4. Paint the Snowy Trees
Reposition the stencil to the bottom of the board and fill in the snowy trees using white paint. Leave the snowman area blank for now. Add a second coat for a bright winter look.
5. Add Santa in the Sky
Using the Santa’s Sleigh Ride Stencil, add the bonus flying Santa design just below your lettering. Lightly stencil with white pearl metallic paint for a soft, glowing finish.
6. Add the Snowman Transfer
Cut out a snowman from the Hope for the Holidays Rub-on Transfer pack. Position him in the snow and use the transfer tool to burnish until fully adhered.
7. Add Depth and Texture
With a mini brush, lightly tap white paint around the bottom to enhance the snowy texture and depth of your scene.
8. Add Extra Stars
Using the same Christmas Eve Magic stencil, dab silver paint into random star cutouts to bring more twinkle across your sky.
9. Finish with Diamond Dust
Brush on a thin coat of varnish over the snow, then sprinkle diamond dust for a sparkling, frosty shimmer that catches the light beautifully.
Helpful Tips
- Always offload extra paint from your brush before stenciling to prevent bleed-through.
- For smoother blending, dampen your brush slightly with water — but don’t oversaturate.
- Let each layer dry completely before adding transfers or varnish.
- Try white pearl or silver paints for a subtle metallic shimmer on winter projects.
Final Reveal
Isn’t it magical? ❄️ This ombre winter round perfectly captures the wonder of Christmas Eve with its stenciled sparkle and shimmering snowman scene.
✨ Ready to make your own? Shop the full Holiday Collection from Essential Stencil and start crafting Christmas magic today!
🎥 Watch Tammy’s Full Tutorial
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