Category: Paper Rose Studio

G’ay Crafty Friends,

I’ve created 3 easy Christmas cards using the lovely Christmas Wishes 6 x 6 Paper Collection along with the coordinating Embossed Die Cuts by Paper Rose Studio.

The lovely combination of the papers, layers and textures make it easy to create cards that feel special without being too complicated.

One of my favourite techniques in this collection is layering the embossed die cuts with the patterned papers.  The embossed details add beautiful texture, while layering the die cuts creates extra dimension and gives each card plenty of visual interest.

Craft Dies are a wonderful way to add that extra special touch.  By combining different die-cut shapes, embossed elements and paper layers, you can build up a design that looks detailed and elegant while still being quick and achievable.

For these three cards, I kept the layouts simple and allowed the gorgeous papers and embossed details to do the talking.  A few carefully placed layers are all it takes to create depth and dimension, making each card unique while keeping the process easy and enjoyable.

Card #1 – Merry Christmas

1. Adhere Pattern Paper to Charcoal Black Smooth Cardstock layer prior to adhering to Basic White Smooth Base Card
2. Die cut rectangle from Basic White Smooth Cardstock with Stitched Rectangle Dies prior to adhering to panel of Charcoal Black Smooth panel & adhering to card front with Black Foam Tape 
3. Arrange & adhere Embossed Die Cuts to left side of stitched Basic White Smooth panel with Adhesive & Foam Tape
4. Cut sentiment of choice from the Crisp Christmas Sentiment Sheets, curl with Bone Folder & adhere to panel – refer photo for placement
5. Complete card by randomly adhering Clear Crystal Mix to panel

Card #2 – Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year

1. Adhere Pattern Paper to Charcoal Black Smooth Cardstock layer prior to adhering to Basic White Smooth Base Card
2. Adhere a panel of Pattern Paper to a panel of Charcoal Black Smooth Cardstock prior to adhering to left side of card front with Black Foam Tape – refer photo for placement
3. Die cut circle sentiment from Crisp Christmas Sentiment Sheets with Stitched Circle Dies prior to adhering to a punched circle of Charcoal Black Smooth panel & adhering to card front with Black Foam Tape on right side & Adhesive on left side
4. Arrange & adhere Embossed Die Cuts around circle with Foam Tape & Adhesive
5. Complete card by randomly adhering Clear Crystal Mix to panel

Card #3 – Sending Joy & Peace

1. Die cut window window scene Pattern Paper with Stitched Circle Dies prior to adhering to die cut circle & adhering towards left side of Pattern Paper with about 1/2″ / 1.2cm overlapping on left side
2. Trim off excess Paper/Cardstock with Scissors or Paper Trimmer
3. Adhere Pattern Paper layer to layer of Charcoal Black Smooth Cardstock prior to adhering to Basic White Smooth Base Card
4. Fussy cut around top of remaining Pattern Paper from Step 1 prior to adhering to top of window scene with Foam Tape – all you are doing is cutting the scene of the Paper down a little & putting it back together, so to speak
5. Arrange & adhere Embossed Die Cuts to card front with Foam Tape
6. Cut sentiment of choice from Crisp Christmas Sentiments Sheets prior to adhering to card front with Foam Tape on left side & Adhesive on right side
7. Complete card by randomly adhering Clear Crystal Mix to panel

Let’s Shop –

• Christmas Wishes 6 x 6 Paper Collection
• Christmas Wishes Embossed Die Cuts
• Chrisp Christmas Sentiment Sheets
• Charcoal Black Smooth A4 Cardstock
• Basic White Smooth A4 Cardstock
• Stitched Circles Metal Cutting Die
• Stitched Rectangles – Australian Metal Cutting Die
• Clear Crystal Mix
• Liquid Glue

Ready to create?  Shop the Christmas Wishes Collection and start making your own festive fun-fold cards today!

I hope these cards inspire you to get creative with your Christmas crafting and experiment with embossing, die cuts and layered paper designs to create your own Christmas cards.

Until next time – stay inspired & keep creating!

Vicky
Inspiring Heartfelt Creations, One Beautiful Layer at a Time