Snow Wizard Holiday Gift Tags with Miss Ink Stamps | Stenciled Backgrounds + Die Cuts

There’s something about holiday gift tags that always sparks a little extra joy for me. Maybe it’s because they’re small, quick to make, and instantly festive, or maybe it’s because I still remember helping my grandmother make tags for every single present under her tree. She always said the tag was the first “sneak peek” of the gift, so it deserved just as much attention as the wrapping itself. These Snow Wizard Holiday Gift Tags from Miss Ink Stamps brought back that same feeling, and I couldn’t wait to share them with you. They’re cozy, whimsical, and full of layered details, but still simple enough to mass-produce when holiday time gets busy.

Snow Wizard Holiday Gift Tags with Miss Ink Stamps | Stenciled Backgrounds + Die Cuts

Building the Foundation with Stamped and Colored Images

I started by stamping the snowman from the Snow Wizard Stamp Set along with the row of trees from the Horizon Pines Stamp Set. Both were stamped onto Neenah Classic Crest Solar White 80 lb cardstock using Memento Tuxedo Black ink, which is my go-to for coloring with alcohol markers. I reached for my Spectrum Noir Triblend Brush Markers, because the colors blend so smoothly and help create that soft shadowed look on character images.

Coloring the snowman, especially his scarf, reminded me of the striped scarves I used to knit for friends in high school. I never quite mastered knitting anything more complicated, but a scarf with uneven stripes felt perfectly charming. That same handmade charm shows up in these tags, and it gave me a little flashback smile while I worked.

I used the coordinating Snow Wizard Outline Dies and Horizon Pines Outline Dies to cut everything out, and I also stamped and die cut a handful of snowflakes to scatter across the tags. Adding little elements like this is one of my favorite ways to make repeated projects feel slightly different without extra effort.

Pro tip: When you’re mass-producing die-cut elements, color everything first, then die cut. Cutting first often leads to tiny pieces rolling off the desk and disappearing forever.

Soft, Cozy Backgrounds with the Classic Knit Stencil

For the tags themselves, I die cut three bases using the largest die from the Tags Die Set from Canson XL Watercolor Paper. I love this paper for ink blending because it gives a soft, almost velvety texture that pairs beautifully with winter designs.

I cut the tag enforcers from cardstock scraps, which is one of my favorite ways to use leftover bits without them piling up. Then I reached for the Classic Knit Stencil from Miss Ink Stamps and blended Tea Dye Distress Ink over each tag. The combination of the knit pattern and warm brown ink reminds me of well-worn sweaters pulled out of storage at the first chill of the season. It gives the tags a cozy vibe without feeling heavy.

Pro tip: Try shifting your pressure while blending to let the knit pattern fade in and out. It adds movement and depth without any extra steps.

Adding Dimension and Wintry Details

Once the backgrounds were ready, it was time to bring these tags to life. I stamped the sentiment from the Snow Wizard Stamp Set using Nocturne Ink, which always delivers a crisp, deep black finish. Then I added the die-cut snowman to each tag using foam adhesive so he pops forward as the star of the design.

The Horizon Pines trees tucked beautifully behind him, and I scattered the snowflakes and tiny die-cut envelopes around the scene for a fun, magical touch. These little envelopes might be my favorite detail. They give the tag personality in such an unexpected way.

I finished each tag with a sprinkle of Rock Candy Glitter on the trees and the snowman. It’s subtle, but under Christmas lights it catches just enough sparkle to make the whole design feel enchanted.

Pro tip: Use a tiny amount of liquid adhesive and press the glitter in with your fingertip. It keeps the sparkle controlled rather than overwhelming the design.

Bringing It All Together

I tied everything off with coordinating twine to keep the look warm and rustic. You can easily swap this for ribbon if you prefer a softer finish, but I love how twine complements the knit background.

The best part about these tags is how approachable they are. They look detailed and layered, but the process is repeatable, relaxing, and perfect for those times when you want something handmade without committing to a full afternoon of crafting. They solved my personal problem of needing tags that felt unique without having to reinvent the wheel for every gift.

If you want to see these Snow Wizard tags come together in real time, I’ve put the full video tutorial at the end of this post. It offers a closer look at the ink blending, coloring, and assembly, and gives a few extra tips that didn’t fit here. I hope these inspire you to make a batch for your own holiday gifting this year.

Snow Wizard Winter Tags • Miss Ink Stamps • Stenciled Background + Die Cut Details Video Tutorial:

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Happy Crafting,

Rick Adkins

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