Deck the Windows: Stencils and Spray Snow for a Fesative Look!

Here’s a step-by-step tutorial on how to use a window stencil with Santa Snow Frost to create a beautiful holiday window display. You can adapt this for any holiday window stencil design you have.

✅ What You’ll Need

• Your chosen holiday window stencil (e.g., Pine Forest Window Stencil)

• Spray snow/frost product (such as Santa Snow Frost)

• Repositionable adhesive or spray mount (for the stencil)

• Painter’s tape / FrogTape® Multi-Surface (to secure stencil edges)

• Clean glass surface (window, door, mirror)

• A drop cloth or protective cover for the area around the window

• Optional: gloves and protective eyewear (for spray safety)

🛠 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prepare the Surface
Wipe the glass surface clean (inside and/or outside) to remove dust, dirt or oils. Make sure it’s fully dry before applying anything. This helps the stencil adhere smoothly and the spray snow hold properly.

2. Position the Stencil
Hold the stencil against the glass where you want your design. Make sure it’s straight and level. Use painter’s tape or FrogTape® to secure the edges of the stencil flat against the glass, especially at corners and along big openings.
Apply a light coat of repositionable spray adhesive on the back of the stencil if needed—this will help prevent overspray or sagging.

3. Mask Off Surrounding Area
Lay a drop cloth or protective material around the window frame and under the window to catch any overspray. If the window is open to outdoor elements, ensure you’re in a relatively sheltered spot or working with a mild breeze.

4. Apply the Spray Snow (“Santa Snow Frost”)
Shake the spray can well. Holding the can about 8-12 inches from the glass, spray evenly over the stencil area. Use smooth, sweeping motions rather than holding the can in one spot (to avoid drips or heavy buildup).
Tip: A light, misted layer gives a frosted look; a heavier layer gives a bold, snowy silhouette. You can test on a spare window or mirror to find the look you like.

5. Wait a Few Minutes
Allow the spray snow to partially dry (check manufacturer instructions) so that the design holds shape. Don’t rush removal—letting the coating set a little ensures crisp edges.

6. Remove the Stencil Carefully
Peel the painter’s tape and stencil away from the glass gently, pulling straight off rather than downward to avoid smearing the design. Remove drop cloth and tape.

7. Touch-Up if Needed
If any spots are light or have overspray around the edges, use a cotton swab or fine-point brush with a little clear glass cleaner to clean up stray specks. For missing areas, you can re-position the stencil and spray a light additional coat.

8. Allow to Fully Dry & Cure
Let the spray snow cure as specified (often a few hours) before touching the glass or opening the window. Avoid wiping the design until fully set.

9. Enjoy & Showcase
Your window now has a beautiful holiday-stenciled scene that looks like frosted silhouettes or snowy trees. Step back and check the lighting—inside lights behind the window or outside spotlights can really make the design pop.
Take photos and share your finished display!

🎨 Tips & Tricks for Best Results

• For a layered effect, you can stencil again after drying (e.g., apply a lighter layer of snow behind the design) for depth.

• Use indoor or outdoor spray-snow designed for glass to avoid damage or residue that might be difficult to clean later.

• If working on a large storefront window, tape off sections and work one section at a time with the stencil for alignment.

• Choose the stencil size that fits your window: e.g., 24×36 in suits large storefronts; 12×18 in works doors or smaller panes. 

• For added holiday flair, you might layer the window stencil with other designs (snowflake stencils, reindeer silhouettes) or even string lights behind the glass.