Hi crafty friends!
There's something so magical about Christmas Eve—the excitement, the twinkling lights, and wondering if you'll catch a glimpse of Santa in the night sky. That's the inspiration behind today's card featuring the adorable Christmas Gnome Stamp Set and the fabulous Up on the Roof Craft Dies from Kat Scrappiness.
To begin my card, I created the winter sky by pairing the A2 Cloud Border Craft Dies with patterned paper from the Blue Faux Glitter Paper Pack. The glittery pattern adds beautiful sparkle and gives the background the look of a crisp, snowy winter night without the mess of loose glitter.
Next, I die cut the rooftop using Scarlet Bloom Cardstock. The rich red color makes the roof the perfect focal point, and I couldn't resist adding a strand of tiny twinkling lights along the roofline for an extra touch of Christmas magic. Those little details really bring the scene to life and create that cozy holiday feeling.
I colored the adorable gnome from the Christmas Gnome Stamp Set and tucked him onto the rooftop, where he's patiently watching the sky for Santa's arrival. His curious expression perfectly captures the excitement and anticipation of Christmas Eve.
To finish the card, I heat embossed my sentiment in white embossing powder on black cardstock. The bold, crisp sentiment stands out beautifully against the colorful scene and provides the perfect finishing touch.
Products Featured:
- 🎅 Christmas Gnome Stamp Set
- ❄️ Up on the Roof Craft Dies
- 🎅 Scarlet Bloom Cardstock
- ❄️ A2 Cloud Border Craft Dies
- 🎅 Blue Faux Glitter Paper Pack
Be sure to check out my Instagram reel to see how this card came together from start to finish. I hope this project inspires you to create a little holiday magic of your own!
Happy crafting! ❤️🎄
CHALLENGES:
BYSHC - Christmas in July Link Party
Word Art Wednesday - #760-761
Die Cut Diva's - Christmas in July
Pammie's Inky Pinkies - #2629
Double Trouble - #221 Thing 1
Adorable! Thanks for joining in the fun for the Christmas in July Linky Party!
ReplyDeleteLove the Christmas scene you created for your Gnome... excellent sentiment. Thanks for sharing with us at Double Trouble.
ReplyDeleteThis is absolutely darling. I always enjoy seeing your creations, my friend. I hope you'll visit me whenever you're in Instagram. @karenletchworth Hope you're having a creative week.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, Karen!
DeleteAdorable gnome Santa sitting on the rooftop, Carrianne! Gorgeous coloring on him and I love the light string and snow on the roof too! Thanks for joining in at Die Cut Divas!!
ReplyDeleteWow! That sky is amazing! Fabulous card, Carrianne!! Thanks for playing along with the {BYSHC} Christmas in July Linky Party!
ReplyDeleteCarrianne, this is such an adorable card! I agree, there’s something so very magical about Christmas Eve. This Santa on the roof is just too cute. I also really love that background. Thanks so much for sharing your amazing talents with us at Word Art Wednesday. We always appreciate seeing what you’ve created!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun and cute card, and that blue glittery background paper looks amazing! Thanks for sharing with us at Double Trouble.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card! Love the glittery background.Thanks for playing along at BYSHC Christmas in July Linky Party.
ReplyDeleteVery sweet
ReplyDeleteGreat Christmas card. Love the details of your card - the glittery background, the snow on the roof and the string of Christmas lights. Santa is super cute too. Thanks for joining us at Die Cut Divas.
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Such a cute card layout and I love that adorable Santa. Thanks for playing at Double Trouble.
ReplyDeleteAs noted by others, the blue glitter paper makes the sky look so fabulous! I love the gnome also, your card is an adorable winter/Christmas scene. Thank you for sharing with us at Double Trouble.
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