Traditions of Christmas Holiday Card

Traditions of Christmas Holiday Card

Stampin’ Up! offers so much gorgeous Designer Series Paper packages. It’s sometimes hard to choose what to create with! So, I just try to use it all.

In today’s post, I cut into the Traditions of Christmas 12 x 12 Specialty Designer Series Paper. The patterns offer such beautiful gold accents. Look for it on the Last Chance List for $14.85.

Traditions of Christmas Designer Series Paper

I use the same paper cutting technique as a previous post this week. Check it out here. This technique allows you to showcase both sides of the fabulous paper. Also, be sure to watch the video below to see how this technique works.

Measurements and Details

  • Cherry Cobbler Cardstock Base measuring 8 1/2 x 5 1/2, scored and folded at 4 1/4
  • Basic White Cardstock panels measuring 5 1/4 x 4
  • A piece of double-sided Designer Series Paper measuring 5 x 3 3/4, cut diagonally from top right to bottom left, then turn and cut from top left to bottom right.
  • Cherry Cobbler Cardstock die cut with Traditional Labels Dies
  • Sentiment from Traditional Labels stamp set heat embossed with Wow! gold embossing powder
  • Traditional Sparkling Sequins (gold)

How to Video

From my craft room in Mesa, Arizona, I offer step-by-step instructions to help you learn to cut your Designer Series Paper to make a similar card. I show several different samples, demonstrating how you can use any double-sided patterned paper to achieve this fun look.

Note: The video below showcases Stampin’ Up!’s first Product of the Month: True Blue Florals 12 x 12 Designer Series Paper, 12 sheets in total, six each of two, double-sided designs. When you purchase $75 from my online store, you unlock the opportunity to purchase this paper for just $5.

Thanks so much for visiting my blog today. Please let me know if you have questions about this card or any other paper crafting project.

Kim Quade, Stampin’ Up! demonstrator in Mesa, Arizona

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Jar of Joy Shaker Card

Jar of Joy Shaker Card

I purchased the Jar of Joy Photopolymer Stamp Set and coordinating Sweet Jar Builder Punch way back in July of 2025 when it first debuted as one of Stampin’ Up!’s Online Exclusive offerings. During the month, I created many holiday cards using this stamp set and coordinating punch bundle. In the back of my mind, I thought it would be fun to create a shaker card filled with peppermints. Today, I made that a reality.

Jar of Joy Photopolymer Stamp Set
Sweet Jar Builder Punch

Measurements and Details

These tidbits will help you get started making this card. Be sure to watch the video below to see step-by-step directions.

  • Real Red cardstock base measuring 8 1/2 x 5 1/2, scored and folded at 4 1/4
  • Garden Green plaid panel cardstock from the Christmas Tags & More 6 x 6 Designer Series Paper measuring 5 1/4 x 4
  • Real Red cardstock measuring 4 3/4 x 3 1/2 die cut with Textured Notes Dies
  • Two pieces of Window Sheets measuring 4 1/4 x 3
  • Sentiment heat embossed with white Wow! Basics Embossing Powder
  • Foam Adhesive Sheets
  • Silver Foil for jar lid
  • Real Red & White Linen Thread
  • Real Red & White Adhesive-Backed Peppermints
  • Peppermints created with die cuts from the Gingerbread Man Dies

Click here to see a post with several more card samples using the Jar of Joy stamp set.

How-To Video

From my craft room in Mesa, Arizona, I provide directions for creating this cute shaker card.

Thanks so much for visiting my blog today. I hope you enjoyed this shaker card.

Kim Quade, Stampin’ Up! demonstrator in Mesa, Arizona

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Ornamental Christmas Peace & Joy

Ornamental Christmas Peace & Joy

Stampin’ Up!’s Modern Christmas Suite Collection has been my “go-to” for holiday crafting. I just love the black and gold and white color combination. I’ve used it to create so many gorgeous Christmas cards and projects.

Modern Christmas Suite Collection

Today, I’m offering a free card-making tutorial to guide you in making your own holiday cards.

Free Tutorial

Stampin’ Up! Supplies:

  • STAMPS – Ornamental Christmas (165991)
  • PAPER – Modern Christmas 12 x 12 Specialty Designer Series Paper (165990), Basic Black Cardstock (121045), Basic White Cardstock (166780) Gold Foil Sheets (132622)
  • INK – Tuxedo Black Memento (132708)
  • OTHER – Black & White and Gold Baker’s Twine (166005), Traditional Sparkling Sequins (165875), 2 3/8” Circle Punch (161345), Stylish Shapes Dies (159183), Glass & Gardens Embossing Folders (165597), Stampin’ Seal (152813), Mini Glue Dots (103683), Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430), Multipurpose Liquid Glue (110755), Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine (149653)

Cutting & Scoring:  

  • Basic Black Cardstock – 8 ½” x 5 ½”, scored and folded at 4 ¼”
  • Basic White Cardstock – 5 ¼” x 4”
  • Modern Christmas 12 x 12 Specialty Designer Series Paper – one black and white tree panel – 1” x 5 ½”, 3 x 3 white tree panel
  • Gold Foil – 3” x 3”, 5 ¼” x 1 ¼”
  • Black & Gold & White Baker’s Twine – 24”

Instructions:

  • Emboss the top half of the 5 ¼” x 4” Basic White Cardstock with the Glass Embossing Folder.
  • Stamp the “Wishing You Peace & Joy” sentiment with Tuxedo Black Memento Ink in the lower right corner of this embossed piece.
  • Attach 1” x 5 ¼” Modern Christmas DSP to the 1 ¼” x 5 ¼” Gold Foil. Glue this to Basic White panel, just above the stamped sentiment.
  • Wrap baker’s twine around this panel and tie a bow.
  • Attach to Basic Black Card base.
  • Punch desired tree image from Modern Christmas DSP with 2 3/8” Circle Punch.
  • Die cut 3” x 3” Gold Foil with Stylish Shape circle.
  • Glue these circles together.
  • Use Stampin’ Dimensionals to add to card front on the left-hand side.
  • Add three Traditional Sparkling Sequins.

I hope you enjoy this free, card-making tutorial. Please let me know if you have questions about this card or any other stamping-related projects.

Thanks so for stopping by today!

Kim Quade, Stampin’ Up! demonstrator in Mesa, Arizona

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December Free Card Kit Offer

December Free Card Kit Offer

In December, make an online purchase of $50 (before tax, shipping, and any redeemed rewards) and I’ll send you the ingredients (excluding stamped elements and gems), to create one each of the four cards pictured above. Make a $75 purchase (before tax, shipping, and any redeemed rewards), and you’ll receive the card kit and a full package of the 2025-2027 In Color Flat Pearls.

Kits include envelopes, all cut card stock and die cut pieces, linen thread, and ribbon. Sorry, no stamped images as per Stampin’ Up! policy. When the kits ship, I’ll email you a basic PDF to help you put the cards together.

Click here to read all of the details about this offer.

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Christmas Words Collage Cards

Christmas Words Collage Cards

There’s still time to make your own Christmas cards! In today’s post, I share a few samples of quick and easy cards using just a couple of Stampin’ Up!’s products: The Christmas Words Collage Hybrid Embossing Folder and the Traditional Wreath 3D Embossing Folder. These two products can give you the easy button! Enjoy the array of sentiments that can be added to almost any card front — 21 in total. You could create 21 different holiday cards with just one piece of 6 x 6 Gold Foil. And, the best news, these two items are now on sale.

Christmas Words Collage Hybrid Embossing Folder
Traditional Wreath 3D Embossing Folder

Measurements and Details

  • Thick Basic White cardstock base measuring 8 1/2 x 5 1/2, scored and folded at 4 1/4
  • Basic White cardstock panel measuring 5 1/4 x 4 embossed with the Traditional Wreath 3D Embossing Folder
  • Gold Foil sheet measuring 6 x 6, embossed with the Christmas Words Collage Hybrid Embossing Folder
  • Choose any of the 21 gold foil sentiments to adorn the front of a card.
  • Attach to card front with adhesive.
  • Add any ribbon. I used the Black & Gold & White Baker’s Twine and the Mossy Meadow & Gold 1/4-inch ribbon.
  • Gems add a nice touch. I used the Traditional Sparkling Sequins.
  • Mix and match your gems and ribbons to get different looks.

Here’s another sample using the Noel sentiment and the Gold & White Baker’s Twine. So classic looking!

Stampin' Up! Christmas Words Collage Hybrid Embossing Folder

And one more using the ‘Tis the Season sentiment and the Black & Gold Baker’s Twine.

Stampin' Up! Christmas Words Collage Hybrid Embossing Folder

How to Video

From my craft room in Mesa, Arizona, I share step-by-step directions for creating handmade holiday cards using Stampin’ Up!’s Christmas Words Collage Hybrid Embossing Folder and the Traditional Wreath 3D Embossing Folder.

I hope you enjoyed these featured products today! Please let me know if you have any questions. Thanks for visiting my blog!

Kim Quade, Stampin’ Up! demonstrator in Mesa, Arizona

Free December Card Kit

December Free Card Kit Offer

In December, make an online purchase of $50 (before tax, shipping, and any redeemed rewards) and I’ll send you the ingredients (excluding stamped elements and gems), to create one each of the four cards pictured above. Make a $75 purchase (before tax, shipping, and any redeemed rewards), and you’ll receive the card kit and a full package of the 2025-2027 In Color Flat Pearls.

Kits include envelopes, all cut card stock and die cut pieces, linen thread, and ribbon. Sorry, no stamped images as per Stampin’ Up! policy.

Read this post to get all of the important information.

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Label Me Grateful Christmas

Label Me Grateful Christmas

I’m a little late to the party with Stampin’ Up!’s Label Me Grateful Bundle. It’s been available for a number of months. I just recently purchased it because I really wanted one of the sentiments! It seems to lend itself to thankful and grateful-themed cards.

Label Me Grateful Bundle

But as it sat on my craft table, I realized it would be perfect for any theme, including Christmas. So, today, I share a handmade greeting card using this bundle and a other Stampin’ Up! products. Be sure to watch the video to see how this card comes together.

Measurements and Details

  • Cherry Cobbler cardstock base measuring 8 1/2 x 5 1/2, scored and folded at 4 1/4
  • Traditions of Christmas 12 x 12 Specialty Designer Series Paper measuring 5 1/4 x 4. I love the gold accents in this gorgeous patterned paper.
  • Vellum cardstock measuring 4 1/4 x 4
  • Pool Party cardstock die cut with Label Me Grateful die
  • Image (from Stampin’ Up!’s Jolly Holly stamp set) stamped in Cherry Cobbler
  • Three flowers (Label Me Grateful Dies) die cut with Cherry Cobbler. Hint: I added a touch of gold foil behind the flower centers.
  • Two leaves (Label Me Grateful Dies) die cut with Gold Foil
  • Cherry Cobbler gems

How to Video

From my craft room in Mesa, Arizona, I offer step-by-step instructions for creating this holiday greeting card.

Thanks so much for visiting my blog today. I hope you enjoy today’s featured card. Please let me know if you have questions about this or any other stamping project.

Kim Quade, Stampin’ Up! demonstrator in Mesa, Arizona

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