Festive Friday: Sweet Jar + Peppermint Dots Christmas Card

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Happy Festive Friday, friends!

Today’s project is bursting with charm and sweetness thanks to the Sweet Jar bundle, one of my new favourites. I filled the stamped jar with Real Red hearts and peppermint candies and layered it over a bold print from the Take a Bow 6×6 Designer Series Paper—which is retiring soon, so grab it before it’s gone!

To give the layout some balance and polish, I used the Stylish Shapes Dies to create crisp stitched circles behind the jar and sentiment. The sentiment comes from mixing the a sentiment from the Sweet Jar stamp set with the classic Greetings of the Season stamp set.

But the real magic? That Secret Sea ink and thin trim of cardstock—just enough to cool down all that red and make everything pop. It’s my new go-to neutral and I’m obsessed!

The Adhesive-Backed Peppermint Dots and a simple bow of Real Red & White Baker’s Twine complete the look with a playful, candy-cane twist.

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Festive Friday: Humble Home + Peppermint Dots Christmas Card

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Happy Festive Friday, friends!

This week’s handmade Christmas card is all about sweet details and versatile layouts. I used the Humble Home stamp set and punch to create the cutest gingerbread house focal point, accented with Adhesive-Backed Peppermint Dots for a fun holiday pop.

The Take a Bow 6×6 Designer Series Paper—a retiring favourite on the Last Chance List—adds a joyful mix of stripes and polka dots. I tied everything together with a bow of White 1/4″ Ribbon for that finishing touch.

✅ This layout is a repeat of yesterday’s Throwback Thursday—because when a design works, I say use it again!
✅ Great for batch card-making during the holidays.

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Thanks for stopping by! I hope this card inspires your next holiday creation. Don’t forget to follow for more weekly inspiration and holiday cheer.

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Festive Friday: Winter Meadows Meets 2025 In Colors

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For this week’s Festive Friday, I’m spotlighting the stunning Winter Meadows 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Paper along with the elegant Greetings of the Season stamp set. These cards came together effortlessly thanks to this beautifully illustrated paper—perfect for creating serene winter scenes without needing a lot of stamping.

I chose two of the new 2025 In Colors—Secret Sea and Cloud Cover—to complement the soft, cool tones in the paper. One card keeps it simple with a single stamped sentiment and a peaceful forest scene, while the other adds layers, dry embossing, and a sweet bow for added texture and charm.

Why I Love This Paper

The Winter Meadows DSP makes cardmaking quick and satisfying. The imagery is detailed enough to stand on its own, meaning you can let the paper shine and still end up with a beautiful result. It’s ideal for making multiples during the busy holiday season!

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If you’re looking to get a head start on your Christmas cards, give this combo a try! You’ll love how quickly your designs come together—and your recipients will love the cozy winter feel. ❄️🦌

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• Earn rewards on every order of $25 CAD or more
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• You must opt in to start earning—so be sure to sign up through your account

Now you can be rewarded for every crafty order, big or small!

Looking for more ways to stamp with me? Make sure to watch my You Tube live each Wednesday and if you are local – join my card class!

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👉 Let me know which style you prefer: clean and simple or layered and textured?

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Festive Friday: Bright & Easy Christmas Card with Take a Bow DSP

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It’s Festive Friday, and I’m excited to share this bold & cheerful Christmas card with you!

This handmade card features strips of the Take a Bow Designer Series Paper layered across a clean white background for a simple yet eye-catching design. I added a sentiment from the Greetings For All Ephemera Pack on a bright red banner, finishing with pearls for extra holiday sparkle.

✅ This layout is perfect for using leftover scraps from your holiday crafting!
✅ Change up the colors and patterns to fit any occasion.

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• Earn rewards on every order of $25 CAD or more
• Redeem your points for free products
• You must opt in to start earning—so be sure to sign up through your account

Now you can be rewarded for every crafty order, big or small!

Looking for more ways to stamp with me? Make sure to watch my You Tube live each Wednesday and if you are local – join my card class!

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I can’t wait to see what you create for Festive Friday—tag me so I can cheer you on!

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Festive Friday – A Touch of Elegance + Double Stampin’ Rewards!

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Welcome to another Festive Friday—your weekly dose of holiday inspiration to help you stay ahead on Christmas cards this year!

This week’s card is all about shimmer and simplicity. I paired the gorgeous Season of Elegance Designer Series Paper (DSP) with a timeless Merry Christmas sentiment from the Greetings of the Season stamp set. The mix of gold foil and rich color makes it perfect for elegant holiday greetings that come together quickly but still have a “wow” factor.

🛠️ Cardmaking Tips:

  • Strip Smart: Use ¾” strips of DSP from coordinating patterns to stretch your supplies and build a polished design. It’s a great way to use scraps!
  • Pop it up: Mount your sentiment on a contrasting mat and use Stampin’ Dimensionals to make it stand out.
  • Ribbon Matters: A textured ribbon (like this sparkly Pretty Peacock & Gold mesh one) ties it all together—literally!
  • Finish Strong: Add a fewAnitque Pearls for a touch of festive sparkle without overwhelming the design.

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Whether you’re just getting started or looking to batch-create holiday cards, this layout is a go-to. And since several Last Chance items are still available, now’s a great time to grab your favorites!

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Festive Friday – Wishing You a Merry Christmas with Fragrant Forest

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If you love cards that are both serene and striking, this week’s Festive Friday creation is sure to inspire! I paired the Fragrant Forest background stamp with a warm holiday greeting from the Greetings of the Season stamp set, all framed with a stitched tag die from the Merriest Trees Dies. The finishing touches? A pop of shine with the Petal Pink & Pretty Peacock Foil Gems and a sweet Black & Very Vanilla Gingham Ribbon bow.

This card came together beautifully with a limited colour palette and minimal layers, which makes it easy to recreate—perfect for batch-making your holiday cards!

✨ Cardmaking Tips:

  • Add a ribbon bow to soften the design and create visual balance.
  • Use Pretty Peacock ink to stamp your background for rich depth and instant winter vibes.
  • Stamp your sentiment before die-cutting your tag for perfect placement every time.
  • Embellish thoughtfully—three gems add sparkle without overpowering the card.

🎉 LAST CHANCE ALERT
Everything used on this card (except the ribbon) is on the Last Chance List! That means these gorgeous products are retiring and only available while supplies last—don’t wait!

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Now is the perfect time to grab your favourites, stock up on essentials, and save on shipping while you’re at it.

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Here’s how it works:

  • When you place a qualifying order and have opted in to the rewards program, you’ll earn Stampin’ Rewards automatically.
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Looking for more ways to stamp with me? Make sure to watch my You Tube live each Wednesday and if you are local – join my card class!

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Thanks for stopping by this week’s Festive Friday! I’d love to know—are you starting your holiday cardmaking early this year?

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