Merry and Bright with Lights SVG

About this design

“Merry and bright” is one of the most loved lines of the season, and it pairs perfectly with a string of lights. Here “Merry &” sits on the first line and a large “Bright” on the second, both in a bold, slightly retro script. Above the words, a wire swags across the top with a row of C9 bulbs in red, gold, green and light blue.

The lettering, wire and bulbs total ten pieces. The light string is one piece by itself, the words are welded where the letters touch, and only four small letter holes need weeding.

Color layers

The color file has more layers than most lettering designs, so you can make every bulb a different color:

• Lettering in dark pine green, the base that also includes the wire
• Red bulbs, gold bulbs, green bulbs and blue bulbs as separate layers

For a quicker project, use the solid style in one color or cut only one bulb layer.

Projects

• Porch or entryway sign. The lights read from the sidewalk.
• Sweatshirt. White lettering with bright bulbs on red or green.
• Mugs and tumblers. A cheerful gift for coworkers.
• Throw pillows. Iron-on vinyl in two or three colors.
• Christmas cards. Glitter bulbs on a kraft card.
• Kitchen towels. A one-color version in iron-on vinyl.

Size and cutting tips

It passes our cut checks from about 5.5 inches wide. The bulbs are small compared with the words, so for layered vinyl, 8 inches wide or more makes placing them easier. Weed the narrow gaps between bulbs and wire first.

Step by step: layered sign

1. Set the design to fit your board, leaving an inch on each side.
2. Download the color SVG and cut the base from dark green or black vinyl.
3. Cut each bulb color from glossy vinyl.
4. Apply the base, then add bulbs one color at a time, using the outlines as guides.
5. Add a clear sealer if the sign will be outdoors under a porch roof.

Font note

The script is converted to shapes, so the lettering looks the same on every machine and needs no font installed.

Color ideas

• Gold lettering with white bulbs on black
• Red lettering with green and white bulbs on cream
• White lettering with pastel bulbs for a modern look

Pairs well with

The Merry and Bright Script is a simpler companion, and the Classic Christmas Light String adds a longer border.