You can use this simple process and make your own Christmas cards using paper, just a bit of paint, and a squeegee. So grab the whole family and let’s dive into this Christmas project that’s both creative and totally satisfying!
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What’s the best paper for Christmas squeegee painting?
We used watercolor paper to make our Christmas squeegee art. The paint dries really quickly and the paper doesn’t warp, since it’s meant to absorb liquid. You can also use cardstock, which is a lot less expensive, but it will warp a bit as the paint dries. You can fix this by placing the card under a stack of books once the paint is dry, or covering it with a piece of parchment paper and ironing it on low heat. If using cardstock we also recommend opening the card (or placing another piece of paper inside it) before painting it or drawing on it with marker. This will ensure the paint and marker don’t bleed through.
How can I decorate my Christmas squeegee art?
We used star stickers made from glitter foam for the tops of our trees, and rhinestone stickers as ornament decorations for some of them. But you can also use buttons, sequins, or pom poms to decorate your Christmas cards. (Though pom poms will definitely make it harder to fit the card in an envelope!)
Do I have to use a squeegee to make a scrape art Christmas card?
We do recommend buying a squeegee from the dollar store if you don’t already have one. It makes this art project really simple, since the squeegee is easy to grip and gives you good control over the pressure used. If you don’t have a squeegee you can also use a plastic ruler, an empty gift card, or a putty knife to spread the paint. All of these plastic options work well enough, and you can clean them and reuse them over and over. You can also use a piece of cardboard to scrape off the excess paint, if that’s all you have. We only recommend this option as a last resort, since it can make the paintings a bit streaky. And you can only use the cardboard a couple times before it gets too soggy.
Painting with a squeegee is so much fun! Make a Christmas squeegee painting and transform a simple line of paint into a festive Christmas tree in just a few steps. These DIY scrape art cards are super festive and fun to make, and each one is unique!
Here’s even more DIY Christmas card ideas:
String Art Christmas Cards
Paint Chip Christmas Cards
Shaving Cream Marbled Christmas Trees
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