Happy Monday! As we start a new week its good to look forward to all the challenges we have coming up! I think its going to be a good week.
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Daily Challenge
🎄✨ ‘Twas the eighteenth day of our 30-Day Christmas Card Making Challenge, and a new sketch set the scene! 🖌️✨
‘Twas a day to craft with flair,
With layers, textures, and designs to share.
A snowy flake, a festive hue,
Your creativity will see this sketch through! ❄️✨
Looking for ways to bring today’s sketch to life? Here are some ideas:
- Snowflake Elegance: Make a bold snowflake the centerpiece. Use glitter or embossing for sparkle and icy blues, silvers, or holographic effects for a frosty finish.
- Monochromatic Layers: Choose a single color scheme—shades of teal, plum, or another hue—and use layered papers, vellum, or die cuts to add depth and texture.
- Festive Sentiments: Highlight the horizontal banner element with a standout holiday sentiment. Pair it with a decorative motif like a wreath, ornament, or poinsettia for a festive touch.
- Mixed Media Holiday: Add texture to the background with stencils or embossing paste. Enhance the circle feature with ribbon, twine, or metallic accents for a mixed media vibe.
- Nature’s Charm: Swap the snowflake for a wintery natural element like pinecones or holly berries. Use greenery or rustic twine to accentuate the horizontal banner.
Today’s Project
It’s time to bring a sketch to life, and here’s my interpretation! This festive card features elements from the Santa’s Village Bits & Pieces Christmas Die-Cut Cardstock Ephemera by @simplestories_. Bold poinsettias, cheerful greenery, and the jolliest Santa steal the show, all layered over an embossed background for added texture. Gold stars and a “Season’s Greetings” sentiment tie everything together with a touch of sparkle. ✨
What’s your take on today’s sketch challenge? Share your creations and tag me—I’d love to see your festive interpretations! ❤️
Supply List
Stamp & Dies
- Simple Stories – Santa’s Village Bits & Pieces Christmas Die-Cut Cardstock Ephemera
- Stampin’ Up! Woven Embossing Folder
Card
- Stampin’ Up! Basic White Card
Tools
- Stampin’ Up! Paper Trimmer
- Instant Dimension Foam Tape
- Tombow Mono Multi Liquid Glue