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🎅 Add Holiday Cheer with a Shimmering Nutcracker Welcome Sign!
DIY Nutcracker Welcome Sign with Tammy from Cheers to Creativity
Bring a touch of classic holiday charm to your front door with this festive "Welcome to the Nuthouse" Nutcracker Sign! In this tutorial, Tammy Muto of Cheers to Creativity shows how to layer Essential Stencil’s Nutcracker Welcome Door Hanger Stencil to create a shimmering, multi-dimensional holiday piece.
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Materials Needed
- Nutcracker Welcome Door Hanger Stencil
- Stencil Brush Set | Pure Natural Bristle Brushes
- Mini Stencil Brush Set (4pk)
- 12" round wood surface
- White pearl or metallic acrylic paint
- Tuscan Red, Hauser Green, Warm Beige, Gold Metallic, Silver, Black, and White paints
- Optional: Glitter paints for festive shimmer
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prepare the Background
Paint your 12" round with white metallic or pearl paint for a soft shimmer. Let it dry completely before stenciling.
2. Stencil Layer 1 – Main Design
Position the first stencil layer and fill the Nutcracker design and “Welcome to the Nuthouse” lettering with Tuscan red using a mini stencil brush.
3. Add Green Trees
Using a regular stencil brush, fill the trees and curved line with Hauser Green paint. Apply a second coat if needed for even coverage.
4. Paint the Stars
With a mini brush, paint the stars using gold metallic paint and let them dry.
5. Stencil Layer 2 – Add the Face
Position Layer 2 of the stencil pack. Paint the Nutcracker’s face with warm beige, and add soft red cheeks for warmth.
6. Add Buttons & Uniform Details
Paint the buttons gold first, then lightly brush white paint on top for highlights. Add Hauser Green to the Nutcracker’s sleeves and boots.
7. Add Tree and Light Details
Using a mini brush, layer gold on the tree details and fill the light bulbs with festive red, green, and blue paints. Add matching glitter paint for extra sparkle!
8. Final Layer – Face Details
Position the final face stencil layer. Paint the hair and mustache silver, then add white highlights. Use black for the eyes and red for the nose to bring your Nutcracker to life!
9. Finishing Touches
Lightly brush white paint beneath the trees to create a subtle snowy ground. Once dry, your festive Nutcracker sign is ready to welcome guests!
Final Reveal
Helpful Tips
- Offload your brush each time for crisp lines and no bleed-through.
- Use multiple light coats instead of one heavy coat for even coverage.
- Add glitter or shimmer paints last to prevent smearing.
- Dry each stencil layer completely before applying the next.
Wrap-Up
This charming Nutcracker sign captures the magic of the holidays and the warmth of handmade decor. Thanks to Tammy’s creative layering and festive flair, it’s the perfect way to welcome guests this season!
Explore more holiday inspiration and stencils in our Christmas Stencil Collection.
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