How to Make Christmas Cards with Postage Stamps

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By blueclover
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Collecting used postage stamps is a lot of fun, but turning them into Christmas cards is even more fun.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Step 1

Trace Christmas tree pattern onto white card stock and cut it out.
Step 2

Cut a piece of colored card stock that measures 81/2”L X 51/2”W.
Step 3

Fold piece in half.
Step 4

Cut a piece of decorative paper to measure 5”L X 318”W.
Step 5

Glue decorative paper to the front of the card.
Step 6

Glue Christmas tree pattern onto decorative paper.
Step 7

Choose a stamp such as a flower, fruit, flag or locomotion and glue it in the center of the tree and one at the base of the tree.
Step 8

Cut the other stamps in half or whatever size you need to fill in the rest of the tree.
Step 9

Top the tree with a gold star.
Step 10

Write a Christmas greeting inside the card.

Tips & Warnings

To remove stamps from envelopes, place them in water and allow to soak until stamps come off of paper on their own. Remove from water and air dry on a hard surface.
Used stamps can also be purchased at craft stores.

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