Hello crafty friends!
Welcome to Day 2 of the challenge! Today’s prompt is Candy Cottage — a theme that invites us to lean into the sweetest parts of Christmas. Think pastel pinks, sugary mints, and the smell of fresh-baked gingerbread. It’s that feeling of childhood wonder wrapped up in a swirl of peppermint and sparkle.
This one’s all about creating something cheerful, a little nostalgic, and completely fun. Whether your style is cute and kitschy or soft and frosted, there’s plenty of room to play with colour and texture.
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Daily Challenge
Let’s channel that candy-shop magic. Here are a few ideas to get you started:
- Colour story: start with a pastel base — soft pinks, mint greens, creamy whites, and a hint of toffee brown.
- Textures: mix glossy finishes with matte cardstock, glitter accents, or embossed patterns to echo icing and sugar.
- Details: include gingerbread men, candy canes, gumdrops, or lollipops for a sense of playfulness.
- Layouts: try clustering your elements like a Christmas sweet shop window — overlapping treats and ribbons for a layered, cosy look.
Today’s Project
For my take on Candy Cottage, I turned to the Peppermint Twist Collection from Rosie’s Studio. This range is filled with pastel papers, gingerbread icons, and peppermint swirls — everything you need for a sugar-coated scene.
I started with a delicate patterned background in soft mint, layered a wash of pink behind it, and built a focal cluster around a sweet jar bursting with cookies and star biscuits. The oversized peppermint lollipop instantly draws the eye, while the gingerbread people bring a touch of personality and warmth.
To finish, I added a scattering of sequins to catch the light — subtle but effective, like a dusting of sugar over fresh icing. The sentiment “Wishing You a Sweet Christmas” ties everything together perfectly.
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