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1. Class Introduction: Something magical about handmade touch to your holiday gifts, and creating your own
watercolor gift tags is the perfect way to do it. In this class, I'll
show you how to make beautiful personalized gift
tags that are quick and easy, each one taking just four
to 6 minutes to complete. Hi. Hi, I'm Jenny Flores, a creative coach, an artist, and a proud Skillshare top
teacher from the Philippines. With over 80,000
Instagram followers, I've had the pleasure of
sharing my passion for art with thousands of students
both in person and online. I've also had the opportunity to collaborate with brands
like Pottery Barn, Silver Brush Limited,
and Coffee Bean and Telf bringing creative
projects to life. I'm excited to share my
experience and guide you in making something truly
special this holiday season. This class we'll dive into the essentials of making
watercolor gift tags. I'll start by
covering the supplies you'll need from
the right pans and brushes for tips on achieving
vibrant festive results. Then we'll move on to creating simple yet beautiful designs that add a personal
touch to any present. You'll also get a
quick introduction to the watercolor basics like color blending and textures to bring depth and warm
to your gift tags. This class is perfect for beginners and anyone
who is looking to add a handmade and
chanting element to their holiday season. No watercolor
experience is needed, a desire to create and have fun. Join me as we explore these enjoyable
festive projects that I am sure will make your
gifts unforgettable. I can't wait to see the beautiful tags
that you'll create. So pick up your brush, and let's get started.
2. Supplies: Before we dive into creating
our watercolor gift tags, let's go over the supplies
that you'll need. First, you will be needing a
cold press watercolor paper, cut into small pieces that
fit the size of a gift tag. For smaller gifts, you can
opt for a smaller size, but for bigger gifts, this is the standard size. Next, choose any ribbon that
matches your holiday theme. Any color will work, so I
usually use velvet ribbon, but any type of ribbon will do. You'll also need a pencil for sketching out designs
before painting. For watercolor
paints, I'll be using the following colors
Perlin maroon, undersea green, shadow green, Petersburg ochre,
Vandyck brown, and gold. As for brushes, I recommend using round brushes in size two, four, six, and eight, along with detail brush in
both Filbert and round shapes. However, you don't need to have the exact same
brushes that I use. Any small and medium
sized brushes will be sufficient
for your work. Additionally, I'll be painting my tags with ribbon
attached to them, but you can definitely start painting without the
ribbons if you prefer. You can even hold off cutting your tags until you
finish your artworks, allowing you to focus fully
on your creative process. Finally, having a brush
pen on hand is optional, but it's great for adding
personal touches with holiday notes or messages
on your gift tags. Gather these supplies,
and let's get ready on creating
beautiful gift tags.
3. Wreath with Red Ribbon: Our first project is a greenery wreath with
a beautiful red ribbon. We'll start by sketching a
guide for the wreath and then paint the greenery
using undersea green. Finally, we'll finish it with a stunning red ribbon
using Perlin maroon. Okay, let's dive in and start on our first
Christmas gift tag. Okay, as I have mentioned, we are going to create a
guide first so that we can paint a perfect
circular wreath later on. So I have here a circular guide. This is actually for
making a watercolor paint, but I think this shape is very perfecF the size of the wreath that I'll
be painting later on. You can use any circular
thing that you have with you. And I am erasing some
of the pencil marks so that it won't be very visible later when
you paint over it. Now let's start
painting arrow leaf. As I have mentioned, I'll be using undersea green
for the greenery. And for the brush, I am currently using size
four round brush. So I'm just creating
upward strokes. I'm varying the stress that I'm giving my brush so that it can create an effect like
those of a fine leaf. As you can see, there
are thin strokes, there are thick strokes, and there are
combination strokes. Aside from varying shape, I'm also varying the ness or the intensity of the paint
that I am loading my brush. Some of the colors that I'm
putting is in butter mixture, which is a concentrated
mixture of my undersea green, and I'm also adding some
strokes using milk mixture, which is just watery, but still pigmented
mixture of my color. To vary the intensity of
the color of your brush, all you need to
do is just add or remove the water that
you mix with your paint. Adding another layer here to intensify some of
the parts of my wreath. Almost done so I'm
going to close the gap. For this area,
make sure that you don't use very intense
shade of color green or undersea green so that it won't overpower the red that we are going to put later
on for our ribbon. I'm just going to balance off some of the areas
so that it will look full as well.
This is optional. If you think your wreath looks
balanced and full already, you can skip this part. Okay, for a ribbon, the first thing that I'll
do is to lightly sketch it. So I'm just gonna lightly draw a ribbon so that I'll know
where I'll be painting it. To paint the ribbon, I'm using a size two round brush
with Beryl in maroon, so I'll be keeping it loose and letting the brush shape
the ribbons flow. And while the paint
is still wet, I'm going to lift some of the
color using a clean tissue. So this is a lifting technique, and this creates a nice effect, making the ribbon look like
it's catching some light. So as you notice, it created a nice dimension for a
flat ribbon earlier. Finally, I'll add the
tails of the ribbon with a few simple strokes
to complete the look. We're actually done, so I'm just going to fix some
parts of my ribbon, so it will look
more like a ribbon. Okay, good job for finishing
your first gift tag. I'm very, very excited to
see what you have created. So make sure to snap
a photo of it and upload it on the class
project section of our class. Also, we have more
gift tags to paint, so make sure to head
to the next video.
4. Simple Pine Tree: Alright, I'm excited to
jump into our next project, a simple yet festive pine tree with a rustic trunk
and a splash of gold. First, I will likely sketch the outline of the
pine tree on the tag. Then using a medium
sized round brush, I'll paint the tree itself. After that, I'll add
shadows in the inner areas, and then I will add a small trunk using
Van Deck round paint. Finally, I will
load my brush with watery gold paint and splash it into the tag for
that festive sparkle. Okay, let's get started. First, I'm going to lightly sketch the outline of
the pine tree shape. I'm keeping it very
loose and simple here. No perfect lines. Just a basic outline to guide where my branches
will go later on. This will help keep our
painting natural and relax. Now I'm dipping my
medium sized round brush into a milk mixture
of undersea green. If you're wondering what
I mean by milk mixture, it's just a way to describe a blend that's both pigmented, yet watery for soft
flowing strokes. I'll start at the top of the tree using the
tip of my brush to make loose padlet strokes
for each of the greenery. A I'm leaving a little
bit of white space, so we can get a nice texture, and this will also serve
as highlight for our tree. To add a bit more depth, I'm switching to shadow green. I'll make a slightly darker
milk mixture and add it into the intersections of the tree where it would naturally
be a bit shadowed. You'll see this will make
our tree look fuller and adds a nice contrast to
our overall composition. Now for the trunk, I'm grabbing a small round brush
and I'm dipping it into Bandek brown to create a short trunk at the
base of my tree. A few simple strokes, but it really grounds our
tree and completes the look. Now, for a fun festive touch, I'm adding some gold splashes. I'm loading my brush with
a watery gold paint, and I'm going to splatter
this all over my composition. This is actually optional. So if you want to keep it
simple, you can skip this part, but I suggest that you
add this part, too, because it adds a nice
effect on your painting. And there we have it a simple pine tree gift tag
that's festive, charming and filled
with holiday spirit. Now that we're done, let's
move on to our next gift tag.
5. Christmas Stocking: Alright, let's dive into
our third festive gift tag. A classic Santa stocking with
pine leaves and cherries. Here's a quick overview
of what we will do. First, we will sketch
the stocking lightly, and then we will paint
it with Perlin maroon, adding highlights with the
lifting technique on the side. Next, we will add some
pine leaves on top and dot some small cherries around them for a pop of color. Finally, we'll paint the
fluffy part of the stocking with Petersburg ochre and
add some finishing touches. Okay, I'm very
excited to do this. So let's get started. As I have mentioned,
I'll begin by lightly sketching the outline of the Santa stocking
on my gift tag. I want to make sure that I
get the shape just right. Nice and cozy, like it's
stuff with full of goodies. Once I'm happy with the sketch, I'll move on to painting. I have here my Perlin maroon, and I'm starting to
paint the stocking. I love this color
because it really captures that classic
holiday feel. But if your shade of red is different as mine,
that's totally fine. As long as it's red,
I'm pretty sure that it will give a very nice festive
look on your painting. So here I am using
a Sisi round brush, working from top to the
bottom of the stocking, making sure to cover
all the areas evenly. And now, while my
paint is still damp, I will gently lift the
side of my stocking. So I am using the
lifting technique, which you can actually do to produce some highlight
on your painting. Dispolls off a bit of
the paint and gives that nice soft edge that makes the stocking look
more t dimensional. Now let's move on
to the pine leaves. I'll use milk mixture of
undersea green for this part. So I'm going to use a medium sized round
brrush to paint this one. I have to make sure that I
vary the shape and sizes of the pine leaves that
I will paint to give a bit of a character
on my painting. I want them to look lush and full as if they are
fresh from the tree. Next, using the tip of my brush, I am dotting on
small round shapes around the pine leaves. These cherries add a
lovely pop up colour and make the whole design
feel even more festive. And now let's add the fluffy
part of the stocking. I'll take my
Petersburg ochre and carefully paint the upper
edge of the stocking. This adds a nice soft look, and I am doing this now to avoid any bleeding
from the pine leaves. So if you do the
floppy part too soon, the pine leaves that you
initially painted earlier might bleed too much to
the floppy part. So we are trying to avoid that, so our painting
won't look messy. Just adding some touch
ups here and there. I really want to
make it look floffy. That's why I extended it a
little bit on the outside. And there we have it, our cheerful Santa
stocking gift tag ready. So I'm very excited
to see what you have created for this project, so make sure to upload yours on the project and resource
section of our class. Okay, let's go to
our next gift tag.
6. Misty Pines: For this stag, we'll create a misty forest scene with
layers of pine trees. First, we'll paint a
soft background trees using a milk mixture
of undersea green. Then we will add darker
detailed trees in the foreground using a
more concentrated mixture and a smaller brush. This layering creates a
beautiful, misty effect. And that's it. So simple, right? Now, let's begin. For this first
step, I'm painting a small pine trees
in varying heights. I'm using a medium
sized round brush with a milk mixture
of undersea green. Remember, a milk mixture is a balance between
pigment and water. It's pigmented
enough to stand out, but still flows easily. So I'm making tiny
downward strokes to form the shape of the tree. Notice how I begin with
narrow tip at the top, and then gradually widening
as I move downward. The uneven heights of these trees create a
natural dynamic look, so feel free to
vary their sizes. Some can be taller, while
others can be shorter. It's entirely up to you. Take your time as you paint these trees. There is no rush. The beauty of this step
is in its simplicity. It's like sketching
with your own brush, and you don't need to
perfect the shapes. These pine trees are part
of the missy background, so they can be soft and loose. And if you feel your strokes
aren't perfect, don't worry. Misty scenes are all about creating a dreamy
atmospheric feel. No rigid precision. Keep going and enjoy the flow of your brush as you
form each tree. Now, once you're happy
with the first layer, let it dry and
then we'll move on to adding more depth with
the second layer of trees. Okay, so now that our first
layer is dry already, let's add another layer of pine trees to build out
the depth of our forest. For this deep, I'll switch
to a smaller round brush. This will give me
better control for the smaller and more
concentrated details. I am using the same
under sea green, but this time, the mixture
is more concentrated. That means I've added less water to make the
color darker and richer. I am painting these trees with a similar way as my first layer. Since this layer is
in the foreground, these trees will naturally appear bolder and
more prominent. I'll also paint them slightly
in between or overlapping the first set of
trees that we have created to create
that sense of depth. A Remember to take breaks if you feel your
hand is getting tired. This step involves a lot
of small delicate strokes. So if you're feeling uncertain
about how your trees look, trust the process and
stop once in a while to check if your trees are looking the way you
want it to look. So adding layers
naturally enhances the overall look even if it doesn't feel
perfect at the moment. As you continue, imagine how this forest might
look in real life. Picture the miss rolling
through the trees, softening the edge, and
blending the colors. Let your imagination
guide your strokes. And don't forget this
is your artwork. If you want to experiment
with different shapes or even different
color, you can do so. Your forest can be as sparse
or as dense as you like it. Once you've completed
this layer, step back and admire artwork. I am sure that you will really see the misty forest
come to life. And that's it. Very simple
and very quick gift tag. So I want to see your
work again, of course. So make sure to upload
your project on the project and resource
section of our class. And now let's move on to the next gift tag
that we will paint.
7. Festive Pine Cone: In this next project we'll
create a beautiful pine cone surrounded by pine leaves and cherries perfect for
a festive gift tag. First, we will paint the base of the pine cone using
Vandik brown, and then we will add shadows
for depth once it's dry. Then we will paint the
cherries with Perlin maroon and add some pine leaves
using undersea green. Finally, we'll tie it all together for a balanced
holiday design. This is one of my favorite
projects, so let's start. Again, I'll begin by mixing a milk mixture of Vandek brown. This means a watery, yet pigmented mixture
that is perfect for creating that base layer
for the pine cone. Using a round brush, I am painting the base
of my pine cone, adding layers to create the
textured cone like shape. Again, don't worry
about making this step perfect because we are just building up the
texture for each layer. So feel free to make it light, short strokes to represent
the scales of the pine cone. Next, once the base
layer is dry already, I'll go back to a more
concentrated mixture of Bandic brown to darken the
areas around the bottom. This will give the pine cone some depth and make the
texture stand out more. With a bit of patience, I'll continue layering and add subtle shadows in the areas that are naturally more shaded. Remember, the key is to work with layers and let each layer dry up before
adding the next one. Okay, now that our pine
cone is already done, let's move on to the cherries. To add some pop of color, I am using perulin maroon, and I am painting cherries
next to my pine cone. I am making small round shapes, and, yeah, the beauty of these cherries is
their simplicity. They are small, but
they really brighten up the tag with their rich hue. I like to vary the
size to give it a more natural look just like real cherries with a peer
clustered together on a tree. A Okay, next is pine leaves. For this one, I am
using undersea green, which gives a lovely,
fresh pine colour. I am creating long, spiky strokes using
my round brush, and I'm spreading the leaves
around the pine cone. As I paint, I am making sure the strokes are
varied in direction, and this gives more realistic and organic natural feel to my pine leaves. I'll leave some gap
for a balanced look, allowing the pine cone and
cherries to really pop out. A As we wrap up, you can always go back to any areas that need more
depth or highlights. Don't forget to let each layer dry before adding
the new one to keep them neat and so that the color won't
bleed through each other. And that's it for this project, a festive pine cone with leaves and cherries to decorate
your gift tags. I am very excited to
see your project, so make sure to upload it, and let's go to
our next gift tag.
8. Rose for Christmas: In this project, we will paint
a festive design featuring a rose surrounded by pine
needles, leaves, and cherries. For this tag, we will paint a loose style rose using
parried and maroon, followed by a spiky pine leaves in undersea green
for a festive touch. We'll add soft green leaves as the background and layer
more needles for them. And then we will finish this artwork with
thin branches in vindick brown and
scatter red cherries from some fp of color. Let's dive in and create this
beautiful holiday design. I'll begin with the rose using Perine maroon and a
loose watercolor style. Starting at the
center, I am painting small sea strokes to form
the innermost petals. As I move outward, the sea strokes are
getting larger, creating the impression of
the rose layers unfolding. Along with this, I am gradually
diluting the paint that I use to achieve softer and
lighter outer petals, giving the rose depth
and natural gradient. When painting rose in
loose style, remember, it's all about suggestion
rather than perfection. Roses are inherently organic, so irregularities only
add to their charm. If you're feeling
stuck and if you're not sure if your rose
is looking like a rose, I have some classes here on scale share that
focuses on roses, so you can take those
classes as well. Okay, now that we are
done with our rose, we will let it dry first. And once the rose
is already dry, let's add some pine needles. So I will be adding my pine needles around my
rose using undersea green. I am using a medium sized
round brush and just create quick spiky strokes
that sometimes curve to mimic that natural
movement of pine needles. I am varying the
directions and length of these strokes to add dynamic
and lifelike quality. Pine needles symbolizes the
holiday season so well. They bring fresh and
crisp feel to the design. So I am always adding pine
needles to my painting. Okay. So after the pine needles, let's go and add some big
leaves in the background. To fill the space and
create cohesive look, I am using a light mixture of green to paint large soft
leaves in the background. Next, I'll layer in more some pine needles with
a deeper shade of green. This additional stroke create dimension and emphasizes
the festive theme. So I'm just adding some more here and a little
bit here as well. Using small round brush
and Vandek brown, I am adding thin branches to connect the elements and
tie the design together. These fine lines provide
structure and touch of detail that enhances
the overall piece. Finally, I'll paint
some red dots to represent cherries
scattered around the tag. These pops of color bring vibrancy and festive
cheer to the design, making it truly stand out. And there you have it.
Another stunning gift tag, and this time, we have incorporated something that we always paint, which is rose. I'm very excited to see
what you have created, so make sure to upload it on the project and
resource section. And, yeah, let's go
to our next gift tag.
9. Mistletoe: For this festive design, we'll create a classic
mistletoe with lush green leaves and
a urple red ribbon. First, we will paint the stem and add leaves using
underst green. Once the initial layer dries, we will add a second layer of leaves with a
darker mix for that. After that, we
will add some tiny stems to connect the leaves
for a more realistic look. And to enhance the
holiday charm, we will scatter some
cherries around. Finally, to complete the look, we will paint a cheerful
red ribbon at the top. That's an easy yet
beautiful gift that I'm sure you will love. So let's begin. As
I have mentioned, our first step is to paint the
mistletoe stem at the top, using undersea green
and around brush. I am keeping my stroke light and curve to give a stem
a natural flow. Don't worry about making
it perfectly straight. Mistletoe stems have a
lovely organic shape, so let your brush glide freely. Next, using a small
fiilbert brush, I'll paint the mistletoe leaves. To do this, I'll create side strokes with the
side of my brush, forming those organic
oblong leaves. I'm spreading them
across the paper, but being mindful
not to overcrowd it, leave some room for the second
layer of our leaves later. Once the first layer is dry, we'll mix a darker shade of undersea green and add
another layer of leaves. These darker leaves will bring depth and dimension
to our mistletoe, making it look more vibrant. I like to scatter
them naturally, filling in any gas and layering them over
the lighter leaves. As you paint, take your
time and enjoy the process. If a leaf shape feels off, remember that nature
is full of variety. So embrace those same
perfections as well. Now, to make our
mistletoe more dynamic, I'll add some tiny stems
to connect the leaves. Using thin light strokes, I am painting small lines, linking the leaves
to the main stem. These little details add a sense of realism
to our painting. After that, it's time
for the cherries. I'll use Perlin maroon as usual, and I'll use the
tip of my brush to dot some small festive
cherries around the leaves. Space them out
evenly for balance, but don't overthink it. They are there to just
brighten up the design. To finish, I will paint a bold red ribbon at the top of the stem using my perlin maroon. With loose strokes,
I'll shape the bow and tails to give it
soft festive touch. This final detail ties the whole design
together beautifully. And there you have it a
festive mistletoe tag that is simple, yet elegant. Feel free to take your
time and make it uniquely yours by adding some
special details that you feel like adding. Okay, I am very excited to
see what you have created, so make sure to upload it on the project and resource
section of our class. Let's go to the next gift
tag that we will paint.
10. Notecard: For our eight project, we'll create a simple yet
elegant pine needle frame that beautifully highlights
a blank space in the center. Perfect for writing
a heartfelt message. Here's a quick overview
of what we will do. First, we will
mask the center of the tag with tape to
create a blank space. Then we will paint the pine needles and small
branches around the edges. After that, we will add
cherries for a festive touch. And finally, we will
remove the tape to reveal the clean center
for your message. Okay, let's dive in. I'll take a piece of tape and place it in the
center of our tag. So this will act as a mask, keeping the space clean and untouched while we
work on the frame. Make sure also that the tape
is pressed down well at the edges to prevent any
paint from seeping through. Now let's start painting
the pine needles. I am using undersea green
and small round brush. I'm just going to make short, spiky strokes around
the edges of my tape. These strokes mimic the
natural look of pine needles. Some can be curvy, spiky while others can overlap
for a fuller effect. Don't rush. The key here is to build a natural
scattered frame. Next, I will switch
to Vandyck Brown and paint a few small
branches around the frame. These branches will break up the green and adapt to our design. I am keeping the
strokes thin and light, letting them pick through the pine needles for
a realistic touch. Once again, I'll go back and add
some more pine needles. This second layer helps fill any gaps and create
a fuller lush frame. I like to vary the green
shades that I am using by slightly mixing shadow
green for added dimension. For a festive pop, I'll use Peline maroon to paint some small cherries
scattered around the frame. These tiny red dots bring a cheerful holiday to the design and make the green
really stand out. So as you notice, we are just reusing all the elements that we
have studied earlier. So the pine needles,
the branches, and the cherries
and the red ribbon. I'm sure that by this time, you are more confident in painting those
elements already. Finally, the most satisfying
step removing the tape. Carefully peel it off to reveal a criss blank space
in the center. Feel free to leave it as it is, or write a special message
to complete your tag. You can also write the name
of the person you are giving the gift to. Okay, that's it. A pine needle frame tag that is versatile and perfect
for any occasion. Now, let's go to
our next gift tag.
11. Candy Cane: In this project,
we'll be creating a charming candy cane
design for your gift tags. It's a fun and
festive project with a simple stroke and lovely mix of warm
and vibrant colors. First, we will sketch
the candy cane and then we'll paint its
cream base and then add red stripes and
finally enhance it with pine needles and
cherries for a holiday feel. Again, we'll begin
by lightly sketching the shape of the
candce on my paper. This helps guide
me while I paint, making sure the strips
and curves are in place. I'm using a pencil
for this step just enough to give me a reference
for the candices shape. Don't press too hard, as you don't want
the pencil marks to be very visible later
when you faint over it. Once you're happy
with the shape, we are ready to move
on to the next step. Now that my candicane
sketch is already done, I'll start painting the base of my candice with a
beautiful cream shape. I am using Petersburg
ochre for this part. I'll make sure the strokes
are smooth and even. The color should cover
the entire candce. This step is all about
creating that base layer, so take your time to fill
the shape completely. Once you're done, let's set this aside and let it dry for a bit. This will ensure that
the cream base is fully set before we
add the red stripes. Once the base layer is dry, I am going to add the classic red stripes
for the candy cane. I am using Perlin
maroon for this one. It's a rich, vibrant
red that will pop out beautifully against the
cream base that we had. I am going to carefully
paint the stripes in a curve alternating pattern to match the shape
of the candicane. The key here is to
make sure the stripes are even and follow the
curve of the candicane. Okay. After painting
each stripe, I'll leave it dry again before moving on
to the next step. This will have the
red stripes stay bold and crisp without smudging. Now for the fun part, adding the greenery
and finishing touches. Using Undersea green,
I am going to paint a small pine needle at the
top of the candy cane. So I will be creating
some spiky strokes, gently curving the
leaves to make it look like they are naturally
resting on top. Then below the pine needle, I'll add some little cherries
using peryline maroon. These cherries are
simple round shapes that add a pop of bread and
bring everything together. Don't worry about
making it perfect. This is all about creating
fun and festive vibe. Once everything is dry, you can add finishing touches or little details that you like, maybe some shadows or some extra color
around the cherries. But honestly, the candy cane looks lovely just
as it is already. Now, that is it
for this project. I am very sure that you created something
beautiful once again, so make sure to upload
it so that I can see it and give some
feedback on your project.
12. BONUS: Winter Home: I we have painted a lot already, but I am sure you
want some more. So I added this bonus gift
tag lesson just for you. In this gift tag,
we'll be painting a cozy winter house with a snowy landscape
and a festive vibe. First, we'll be
sketching the house and painted space with a milk
mixture of paradine maroon. Then we'll add
some snowy details to the roof and the ground, follow by painting the door, pine tree, and winter branches. Finally, we'll add snowy
textures, winter grills, and log like textures
to the house, along with festive details
to make it uniquely yours. I am pretty sure you're excited just as I am, so let's begin. Again, let's start by
sketching our house. We'll keep the lines
simple and free. Just outline the base
shape of the house, the roof, the door,
and the windows. Don't worry about getting
everything perfect. It's just a guide
for when we paint. I'm sketching out
the main structure and making sure I leave
space for the tree, snow, and extra details. If you are happy with what
you have created already, let's move on to the next step. Now, let's grab our
pylin maroon and mix it with water to create
milky consistency. This helps the paint go on
smooth but still vibrant. I'll start by
painting the base of the house with this mixture. The idea is to get
a nice base layer, but feel free to
add some variation. Take your time here.
There's no rush. O Next, we will paint the roof in the ground with a
light, snowy effect. I am using a very
watered down version of Petersburg ochre, and I am just lightly
dabbing and blending it to give the roof some soft
snowy covered look. Then I'll do the same
on the ground beneath the house to create the
illusion of fresh snow. Don't overthink this process. This is just all about creating
texture and atmosphere. A little irregularity on
the snow just adds realism. Now let's make the
door stand out. I'll use a darker mixture of Perine maroon to paint the door. This deep color
will give the door some dimension and help it pop out against
the lighter walls. I will carefully paint
around the edges to keep it neat and give
the door a crisp look. Now I'm going to
paint the pine tree on the right side of the house. I'll start with the trunk, then I'll work my
way outward with short strokes to create the spiky texture of
the pine needles. Don't worry about
getting it perfect. Just follow the natural flow
of branches as you build up. The tree should have
a soft layered look. For the left side of the house, I'm going to paint a tree without leaves,
just bare branches. For this, I'll use Vandek
brown and small round brush. The key here is to create thin, lightly curve branches that stretch it out from the center. This adds that wintry look, bare branches with
a bit of character. Don't try to make
it look perfect. Let the branches be
random and natural. Now it's time to add a touch
of detail to the windows. I'll use my
concentrated white to carefully paint
the window grills. These vertical and horizontal
lines will make the window look more detailed and bring some festive
charm to the house. This subtle detail adds depth
and texture to the house, making it look more like a log cabin in a
winter wonderland. Now that the trees are in place, I'll add some more texture using concentrated white colour. I'll apply this white
paint to the branches and foliage to make them look like they have been
dusted with snow. This technique adds a bit of contrast in depth to the trees. So I am using a
dry brush here to tap the white paint
lightly on the branches, so it doesn't cover
the entire tree, but gives it a snowy
frosty effect. Finally, let's make our
winter house extra festive. You can add little touches
like holiday decorations on the door or some greenery around the windows or
maybe a festive wreath. This is your chance
to get creative and add personal touch
on your house. Think about what would make
it feel more like holidays. Some twinkling lights,
maybe a bow on the door or even a
snowman on the yard. And there you have it.
A cozy winter house with snow covered roofs, pine trees, and a
festive atmosphere. This is your winter
wonderland on the gift dag ready
for the holidays. Feel free to share your artwork in the class project section, and I'll see you on
our final video.
13. Final Thoughts: Now that you have created your beautiful
watercolor gift tags, let's quickly go over on how to attach
them to your gifts. One simple yet
effective method is to use the same ribbon you
use for wrapping the gift. Just tie your gift tag on the gift with that ribbon
for a cohesive look. You can also use a small
piece of software to attach it to the original
ribbon for a secure hold. If you prefer a cleaner finish, double sided tape
works great as well. Feel free to get creative
with your wrapping. Congratulations on
completing the class. I'm so proud of your
beautiful gift tags. And yeah, don't forget to upload a photo of your project in
the class project section. I'd love to see the artwork
that you have created. And if you enjoy this class, don't forget to leave a
review in the review section. Share what you love
about the class as this helps others find it. Don't forget to share your creations on Instagram as well. Be sure to tag me at Jenny Flores Art and Skillshars
Instagram at Skillshare. Also, be sure to check out my other Skillshare classes for more creative
projects and techniques. Thank you so much for joining me today and happy holidays. Now, go spread some joy
with your handmade gifts. I'll see you on my next class.
Jenny Flores Art, Top Teacher | Watercolor & Gouache
