Stampington and Co.

Week Five. To end this series I  return to a tradition that is very dear to my heart.  My mom always sent me a three kings card every Christmas.  She said the tradition states the first king card you receive, you put over your doorway and you will have good luck all year long. I have always done this.  Another tradition popular throughout the world is the celebration of  Three King's day on January 6.  This represents the gifts of the Magi to the Christ Child and children often receive small presents on this day.

Finished size: 4.25" x 5.5"

Supplies:
Stamps:
Christmas Found Elements C8449  (Stampington and Co.)
Star (Amuse)
Papers:
Matte white card stock
Cream card stock (unknown)
Black card stock (unknown)
Hot Pressed water color paper (Arches)
Inks:
 Tuxedo Black Mementos ink pad (Tsukineko)
Other:
Glue stick
Water colors (unknown)
Swiss Dots embossing Folder (Provo Craft)

 Directions:

1. Emboss Swiss dots on the cream card stock with a die cutting machine of your choice.  
2. Cut water color paper to 4.5" x 3".
3. Water color wash the sand and let dry.
4. Go back and create the sky with a wash of purples and blues. Let dry well.  
5. Stamp the three kings with black ink, masking off the base of the stamp.
6. Stamp the star on scrap and cut out and turn over so the black outline does not show and paint in with a gold colored watercolor.
7. Attach to the king's panel with foam tape. Layer the pieces to the base card.