Showing posts with label Stampin’ Up Christmas cards. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Stampin’ Up Christmas cards. Show all posts

December 7, 2025

Simple & Elegant Nativity Cards Featuring the A Child Is Born Stamp Set

 If you’re craving some peaceful, elegant Christmas cardmaking before the holiday rush sweeps you away again, this week’s projects hit the spot. I’m featuring the A Child Is Born stamp set — a Last Chance item and beautifully discounted — paired with that jaw-dropping Lights of Aurora Designer Series Paper. These three cards come together quickly, but they look like you spent hours fussing over them. (You didn’t. No judgment if Christmas-card fatigue is very real right now. I’m right there with you. 😉)

These projects are perfect for beginners, perfect for batching, and perfect if you want something meaningful without getting lost in hours of coloring. Let’s jump in.

Card 1: Soft Blocks + Vellum Overlay (For Unto Us a Child Is Born)

This first card is all about clean lines and glow. The blocked DSP layout lets those aurora swirls do most of the heavy lifting, and the vellum pulls everything together with a soft, ethereal feel.

Why it works:

  • Vellum provides a subtle layer

  • Simple stamping + a circle punch keeps the design clean

  • Iridescent dots + sheer ribbon add just enough sparkle

Try it yourself:
Use 1¾" squares/rectangles 1 3/4" x 4", mix one stamped block with DSP blocks, and keep your sentiment low on the punched circle so the manger image can shine.

Card 2: Silver Embossed Nativity (Oh Holy Night)

If you want a “wow” moment without the work, embossing is always the answer. Silver on white over those dramatic aurora skies? Absolutely stunning.

The process:

  • Stamp Joseph, Mary, and Baby Jesus with Versamark

  • Heat-emboss in silver

  • Add a soft wash of Misty Moonlight with a water painter — just enough to tint the swaddling cloth

  • Tear the edges of your panel toward you for soft texture

  • Finish with a ribbon bow and frosted embellishments

Why this is a great batch card:
Embossing looks fancy, but once your heat tool is hot, you can knock out a whole stack of these in no time.

Card 3: Book Fold Nativity (Oh Holy Night)

You know I love a good book fold — easy, pretty, and always impressive. This one uses black cardstock to add contrast against the bright Lights of Aurora DSP and crisp white embossing.

What makes this card pop:

  • White heat-embossed nativity scene

  • Coordinating DSP strip inside the card

  • Soft blue sheer ribbon wrapped around the hinge

  • Clean, classic sentiment punched with the new Banner punch from the Online Exclusives

This is the kind of card that looks like it belongs on a mantel. And yes — no coloring required unless you want to.



Don’t Forget: Free Card Kits Through the 15th!

Because this was the first Sunday of the month, these card kits are FREE with any $40 purchase in my online store (before tax/shipping) through the 15th. I’ll ship everything by the 20th so you can finish your Christmas crafting with ease.

And if you don’t already own A Child Is Born, it’s on the Last Chance list and marked down — so now’s the moment to grab it.

Wrapping Up

I hope these projects inspire you to create something peaceful and meaningful this week. If the cold has you wrapped in blankets like me, a good cup of tea and some simple stamping are the perfect combo.

Tell me in the comments:
Which of these three designs will you be recreating first?

Happy crafting, friends. 💜
—Katrina

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October 26, 2025

Adorable Holiday Cards with the Long Time No See Stamp Set

 Can you believe we’re already heading into November? The holidays are barreling toward us, and if you’re anything like me, you’re knee-deep in Christmas card season! This week on Stampin’ Sundays with Katrina, we got cozy with the Long Time No See stamp set—a whimsical collection that features the most adorable dachshund and llama. These little cuties are perfect for cheerful Christmas cards, winter birthdays, or just-because notes to warm someone’s day.

🐾 Stretching Out the Fun: Long Dachshund Z-Fold Card



Our first card was a playful Z-fold design that let our little dachshund stretch allll the way across the panels. Using Pecan Pie, Old Olive, and Cherry Cobbler Stampin’ Blends, I brought this pup to life in a cozy Christmas sweater.
To pull the look together, I layered Traditions of St. Nick Designer Series Paper in festive reds and greens and added a few Traditional Sparkle Sequins for that perfect touch of holiday shimmer.
💡 Pro tip: The “Take Your Pick” tool is a must-have for handling those tiny sequins—add it to your holiday wish list if you don’t already have one!

🦙 Llama Love: A Sweet and Simple Christmas Card



Next up was our charming llama card, and I have to admit—I think he might be my favorite! I stamped him in Memento Black Ink, added a cozy scarf in Cherry Cobbler and Azure Afternoon, and gave him just a hint of blush with Flirty Flamingo.
The background layers feature more of that Traditions of St. Nick DSP, perfectly framing our festive friend. A quick snip of paper for a hand-cut “Merry Christmas” sentiment gives it a homespun, heartfelt look.

🎁 Quick Gift Card Holder (from an Envelope!)



If you’re gifting gift cards this season (and who isn’t?), this final project is for you! All you need is a standard envelope—just fold it in half and trim one side to create an instant pocket. I wrapped it in Cherry Cobbler & Gold Satin Ribbon, stamped our sweet dachshund again, and added a sentiment in Old Olive.
It’s elegant, easy, and perfect for teachers, coworkers, or anyone who appreciates a handmade touch with their gift card.



✂️ Bonus Crafty News

  • November Paper Pumpkin: “Wrapped in Cheer” – Create eight festive goodie boxes with coordinating tags and red dot embellishments. Don’t forget to grab the Abundant Joy Dies add-on while supplies last!

  • Join Stampin’ Up! – Through the end of October, you can pick $125 in products for just $35 (or $189 for $99!) and enjoy 20% off future orders. No obligations—just creative fun and savings.

  • 12 Days of Crafting Advent Calendar – My spoiler-alert videos are wrapping up this week. If you love surprises (or just want to see what’s inside), check out the full reveal on my Facebook page.

💬 Wrapping It Up

I hope these projects inspire you to start (or continue!) your holiday cardmaking. The Long Time No See stamp set is an instant mood-booster—perfect for spreading smiles this season.
If you enjoyed these ideas, let me know in the comments below! Which project was your favorite—the long dog, the llama, or the envelope gift card holder?

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