Making Snow Angels with James — A Lili of the Valley Winter Card

When I saw Lili of the Valley’s James - Snow Angel, I knew I had to color this adorable bear! There’s just something magical about making snow angels — it takes me right back to my childhood. I remember doing them with my siblings, then later with my son when he was young. 

For my card, I colored James Snow Angel in bright red and cheerful turquoise using Copic markers, then fussy cut him out to make him the star of the show.

To create the background, I went for a fun mixed media snowy look. I started with a bit of ink smooshing using Distress Oxide inks in Picked Raspberry and Mermaid Lagoon — I just love how the colors blend into that icy, magical winter sky! Once it dried, I added embossing paste through a snowflake stencil for some snowy texture.

Of course, I couldn’t resist a little sparkle, so I splattered metallic silver, blue, and purple inks across the panel for extra shimmer and depth.

As I was finishing up, I wanted to frame the scene somehow — and that’s when I found a negative die-cut frame in my stash that fit perfectly! I adhered it to my background and popped James up on foam tape so he looks like he’s really lying in the snow.

For the sentiment, I used Snow Cheer Sentiments Combo from Waffle Flower Crafts, stamped it in crisp black on white cardstock, and popped it up with foam tape as well.

I absolutely love how this card came together — it’s playful, bright, and filled with the kind of winter joy that reminds me of family, laughter, and simple moments in the snow.

Thanks so much for stopping by my crafty corner today! I hope James brings a smile to your face — and maybe even inspires a few snow angels of your own this winter.

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