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#WCMD2025 | Small Poinsettia Craft Dies | Non-Traditional Colours

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G’Day Friends,

There’s nothing better than celebrating World Card Making Day then by creating something handmade and full of festive cheer.  Today, I’m sharing project #3 that combines the small poinsettia craft dies with the lovely Blue Glitter 6 x 6 Double Sided Premium Cardstock  by Kat Scrappiness – but with a twist!  Instead of classic reds and greens, I’ve gone for non-traditional colours to give this holiday design a fresh, modern look.

Why Non-Traditional Colours?

Sometimes it’s fun to step away from the traditional Christmas palette and play with softer tones, unexpected hues or even pastels.  Using non-traditional colours can make your Christmas cards feel unique and truly stand out.

The Design

  • Small Poinsettia Craft Dies:  These delicate flowers layer beautifully and add instant festive flair – especially all white

  • Pattern Paper:  A mix of textures and designs brings depth to the background – check out all that lovely glittler

  • Layout Inspiration:  I used a clean sketch design that highlights the focal point while keeping the overall card balanced – to me, simple is always best, especially with lots of lovely layers

PDF Tutorial & Sketch Layout Book

Want to recreate this design – or adapt it for your own festive projects?  We’ve created a PDF tutorial that walks you through the process step by step.  It also includes a sketch layout book, packed with ideas to help you design cards quickly and confidently.

Purchase the PDF Tutorial HERE.

Final Thoughts

Whether you’re a seasoned card maker or just starting out, World Card Making Day is the perfect excuse to sit down with your supplies and get creative.  Using non-traditional colours with classic elements like poinsettias can open up endless possibilities for your Christmas crafting.

Be sure to click on the link below to see how this card come together.

I’d love to know: Do you prefer traditional Christmas colours or do you like experimenting with something different?  Let me know in the comments!

Until next time – stay inspired & keep creating!

Vicky

Easy Christmas Card Idea | White Poinsettia on Blue Glitter Paper

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G’Day Friends,

If you’re looking for an easy Christmas card layout that’s elegant and beginner-friendly, this small white poinsettia design is the perfect project to try.  Created as part of my Design Team project for Kat Scrappiness, this layout combines a simple sketch-style poinsettia with a stunning blue glitter paper background for a frosty, festive look.

It is also my project for our Anything Goes Saturday.  You can see Robbie’s project HERE.

 Supplies I’ve used

Design Inspiration

This easy poinsettia sketch layout is all about simplicity and balance.  The white-on-blue contrast gives it a modern winter feel, while the glitter paper adds just the right amount of Christmas shine.  It’s a great project for quick Christmas card making, or a relaxing weekend craft session.

Video Tutorial Available:
Want to see this technique in action?  Watch the full video by clicking on the graphic below.

Until next time – stay inspired & keep creating!

Vicky

Create Your Own Friends Under the Sea Adventure | Creative Makers

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G’Day Friends,

I’m happy to annouce that I made the Creative Makers Team for Kat Scrappiness.  I just adore her little images, especially the Quokkas.  Be sure to check out her shop.

In this fun project, I’ll show you how to make a colourful card with the Friends Under the Sea stamp set – perfect for the kids and all occasions.  Using the coordinating Friends Under the Sea 6 x 6 Paper Pack as the base and colouring the cute little turtle with Alcohol Markers, you’ll bring these ocean pals to life step by step.  Oh, did I mention there are also coordinating Craft Dies too?

What you’ll learn:

  1. Choosing the right pattern paper for your underwater theme – Friends Under the Sea Paper Pack makes it easy to create with.

  2. Tips for colouring with Alcohol Markers to achieve vibrant, blended effects – use what you have in your stash.  Your colouring doesn’t have to be with Alcohol Markers.

  3. Simple steps to arrange and layer your sea creatures for maximum impact – the card layout is taken from our September Sketch of the Month layout & makes it so easy to create a fun project.  To receive a FREE Sketch Layout & PDF Tutorial each week, be sure to subscribe to my Newsletter.

  4. Ideas to adapt the project for birthdays, classroom fun or everyday crafts – change out the colours & images to create an entirely different look.

Best part?  You can download the free tutorial to follow along and create your own ocean-inspired masterpiece!

Get your free tutorial now and bring these ocean friends to life!

YOU’RE TURTLEY AWESOME

Until next time – stay inspired & keep creating!

Vicky