4101-16 - 2006 39c Holiday Snowflakes, set of 16 stamps - Mystic Stamp Company

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4101-04 - 2006 39c Contemporary Christmas: Holiday Snowflakes

4101-16 - 2006 39c Holiday Snowflakes, set of 16 stamps - Mystic

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4101 - 2006 39c Contemporary Christmas: Spindly Arms Snowflake

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STAMPS- Sparkling Snowflakes – Gina K Designs, LLC

Holiday Snowflakes Identifier Mystic Stamp Discovery Center

Heirloom-quality cast cookie stamps create intricately embossed snowflake cookies with minimal effort. Perfect for holiday baking parties, winter-themed gatherings or holiday gift giving. Simply roll dough into balls, press on a baking sheet and bake. Serve plain or get creative with icing tips or glaze. Featuring cast aluminum stamps with painted hardwood handles. 1. Chill stamps prior to use. Always use cold dough. If sticking occurs, dip stamp in flour or sugar, or brush with oil. 2.

Nordic Ware Snowflake Cookie Stamps

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4101 - 2006 39c Contemporary Christmas: Spindly Arms Snowflake

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Snowflake Cookie Stamps - Nordic Ware

STAMPS- Sparkling Snowflakes – Gina K Designs, LLC