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Craft 2 Stunning Winter Rose Christmas Cards to Delight Your Loved Ones
Christmas in July is here, and there’s no better way to warm hearts than with a beautifully handcrafted Christmas card. For those passionate about card-making and paper crafting, creating personalized cards not only spreads holiday cheer but also showcases your creative flair. In this blog post, we’ll walk you through the steps to make two exquisite Winter Rose Christmas Cards that will mesmerize your friends and family. You’ll learn how to craft the “Happy Holidays” and “With Lots of Love” Winter Rose cards using the Spellbinders Winter Rose Background Betterpress & Stencil Bundle. Let’s get started!
The Happy Holidays Winter Rose Christmas Card
The “Happy Holidays” Winter Rose Christmas Card is a blend of elegance and festive joy. This card features a serene winter rose design that captures the essence of the season. The Spellbinders Winter Rose Background Betterpress & Stencil Bundle provides the perfect template for this charming creation.
Why Make the Happy Holidays Winter Rose Card?
This card stands out with its sophisticated design that is both timeless and festive. It’s an ideal choice for expressing heartfelt holiday wishes to your loved ones. The detailed winter rose background provides a touch of nature’s beauty, making it a memorable keepsake for recipients.
Steps to Make the Happy Holidays Winter Rose Christmas Card
Creating the “Happy Holidays” Winter Rose Christmas Card is a delightful process. Follow these steps to achieve a stunning result:
- Prepare Your Workspace
Start by organizing your crafting area. Gather all your supplies, including cardstock, adhesive, ink pads, and embellishments. Ensure your tools, such as scissors and crafting knives, are within reach.
- Create the Background
Using the Winter Rose Background BetterPress Plate, press the winter rose pattern onto a piece of porcelain cardstock. Use the coordinating layering stencil and a blending brush to apply ink over the pressed design as follows:
- Layer 1 – Medium Orchid lightly overall with a heavier hand at the flower centers
- Layer 2 – Dark Orchid primarily heavy-handed
- Layer 3 – Sea Glass light handed with a little more pressure to add dimension
- Layer 4 – Blue Lagoon fairly heavy hand, Add in Dark Orchid to the spiky leaves to create cobalt blue
- Prepare the Sentiment
Blend dark orchid on 2/3rds of an A2 panel of porcelain Betterpress cardstock.
Then, hot foil your “Happy Holidays” press plate sentiment onto the cardstock with teal foil to make it stand out. Once pressed, die-cut the sentiment to size with a Mirrored Arch die and layer it to another Mirrored Arch one size larger cut from Silver Brushed cardstock with liquid glue. and adhere it to the center of your card using foam tape for added dimension.
4. Assemble the Card
Make a white A2 size card base. Fasten the pressed panel to the card base with a sheet of white liner. Read How to Attach a Color Panel for tips on how to get the panel aligned squarely and, adhere it to the center of your card using foam strips for added dimension.
Supply List for the Happy Holidays Winter Rose Christmas Card
To ensure you have everything you need, here is a comprehensive supply list for the “Happy Holidays” Winter Rose Christmas Card:
The With Lots of Love Winter Rose Christmas Card
The “With Lots of Love” Winter Rose Christmas Card is a heartfelt expression of affection. Featuring the same beautiful winter rose design, this card is perfect for conveying your love and warmest wishes during the festive season.
Why Make the With Lots of Love Winter Rose Card?
This card is a wonderful way to show someone just how much they mean to you. The elegant design combined with a personal touch makes it a cherished memento. The winter rose motif adds a romantic flair, making it ideal for close friends and family members.
Steps to Make the With Lots of Love Winter Rose Christmas Card
Crafting the “With Lots of Love” Winter Rose Christmas Card involves a few simple steps:
- Prepare Your Supplies
Arrange all your materials, including the Spellbinders Winter Rose Background Betterpress & Stencil Bundle, cardstock, ink pads, and embellishments. Make sure your workspace is clean and organized for a smooth crafting experience.
- Design the Background
Press the winter rose pattern onto a piece of porcelain cotton cardstock using the Winter Rose Background press plate and black BetterPress ink. Apply a soft pink or lavender ink over the embossed design to enhance the floral details. Use a blending brush for even coverage.
Using the Winter Rose Background BetterPress Plate, press the winter rose pattern onto a piece of porcelain cardstock. Use the coordinating layering stencil and a blending brush to apply ink over the pressed design as follows:
- Layer 1 – Candied Apple lightly overall with a heavier hand at the flower centers
- Layer 2 – Lumberjack Plaid primarily heavy-handed
- Layer 3 – Rustic Wilderness light handed with a little more pressure to add dimension
- Layer 4 – Pine Needles fairly heavy hand, Add in Dark Orchid to the spiky leaves to create cobalt blue
Add glaze to the berries to give them some dimension.
- Prepare the Sentiment
Heat emboss the sentiment with gold embossing powder on fern cardstock. Mastering the Basics of heat embossing has tips on how to get the best results. Die-cut it with one of the smaller Emerald-cut dies.
4. Assemble the Card
Make a white A2 size card base. Attach an A2 piece of fern cardstock to the card base. Trim or die-cut the pressed panel to 3 3/4″ x 5″ and fasten it to the card base with a sheet of white liner. Read How to Attach a Color Panel for tips on how to get the panel aligned squarely and, adhere it to the center of your card using foam strips for added dimension.
Ready To Get Started?
Crafting personalized Christmas cards is a wonderful way to share your creativity and spread joy during the holiday season. By following the steps outlined above, you’ll be able to create two stunning Winter Rose Christmas Cards that will delight your loved ones. Each card, whether it’s the “Happy Holidays” or the “With Lots of Love” design, is sure to become a cherished keepsake.
Ready to get started? Gather your supplies and let’s create some holiday magic together. Don’t forget to share your creations with us in the comments below! Happy crafting!
I sincerely hope this helps you make a greeting card that you can be truly proud of!
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ABOUT AUTHOR
Teri Duncan
Teri has over 30 years of experience as a cardmaker. Her work has appeared in Spellbinders Paper Arts’ blog as well as with some of their products and on Altenew’s blog. Outside of work, she enjoys gardening, stained glass, and teaching. She and her husband live in Crystal River, Florida with their three dogs and a cat.
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