Day 7 – A Cool Christmas Hello | Christmas in July Showcase

Welcome back to Day 7 of my 12 Days of Christmas in July Showcase! I can't believe we're already more than halfway through this festive series! Today's project is another quick and adorable handmade note card that proves you don't need lots of layers to create a card that's full of Christmas charm.

This sweet design features one of my favorite winter friends, an adorable little penguin that's sure to bring a smile to anyone's face!

The focal image comes from the June Product of the Month, Wild Bunch Stamp Set. This charming penguin is simply stamped, lightly colored, and layered onto coordinating circles to create a clean and eye-catching focal point. If you were able to pick up this exclusive stamp set while it was available, it's a wonderful choice for creating fun winter cards that can be used throughout the holiday season.

The background showcases the beautiful A Stitched Season Designer Series Paper, featuring a timeless snowflake pattern that instantly gives the card a cozy winter feel. I paired it with Pool Party Cardstock, which adds a soft, frosty touch reminiscent of crisp winter skies.

To add a little extra interest, I created a layered banner behind the penguin, giving the focal image more dimension while keeping the overall design clean and balanced. A few sparkling Drusy Adhesive-Backed Embellishments finish the card beautifully, catching the light like tiny pieces of glistening snow.

One of the things I love most about this design is its versatility. It would make a wonderful Christmas card, a winter birthday card, or even a cheerful note to brighten someone's day during the colder months. The clean layout also makes it easy to recreate when you need to make several cards at once.

Sometimes the simplest designs are the most memorable. By combining patterned paper, a sweet stamped image, and just a few embellishments, you can create a handmade card that's both elegant and heartwarming.

Thank you so much for joining me for Day 7 of my Christmas in July Showcase! I hope today's project inspires you to pull out your favorite winter papers and stamps to create a stack of cheerful Christmas cards ahead of the holiday rush.

Be sure to stop by tomorrow for Day 8, where I'll be sharing another festive Christmas project to keep the inspiration going!

Happy crafting!
Marciava
Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator

New Card Creations With Artisan Sketched Designer Series Paper

There is something timeless about pairing bold black-and-white patterns with soft, fresh color accents, and these two cards showcase that combination beautifully! Today I'm sharing a pair of handmade cards created with some of my favorite new Stampin' Up! products, including the Artisan Sketched Garden Designer Series Paper, Pool Party Two-Tone Cardstock, Coastal Cabana Two-Tone Cardstock, and the gorgeous Boutique Blossoms dies.

The striking black-and-white floral patterns from the Artisan Sketched Garden Designer Series Paper create the perfect backdrop for these clean and elegant designs. I love how the floral prints, stripes, and polka dots add visual interest while still allowing the soft Coastal Cabana and Pool Party accents to shine.

For both cards, I layered delicate leafy die cuts from the Boutique Blossoms set behind circular sentiment pieces. The soft blue-green tones add a fresh botanical feel that perfectly complements the monochromatic patterned paper. A few sparkling embellishments finish each card with just the right amount of shimmer.

The sentiments come from two wonderful stamp sets:

• Terrific Toadstools Stamp Set – "Just a Little Thank You"
• Natural Artistry Stamp Set – "Wishing You Everything Wonderful"

One of my favorite things about these cards is how easily the design can be adapted for different occasions. Simply swap out the sentiment and you'll have a thank-you card, birthday card, thinking-of-you card, or encouragement card in just minutes.

These cards are a great reminder that you don't need a lot of colors or complicated techniques to create something beautiful. Sometimes a simple color palette, gorgeous designer paper, and a few die-cut elements are all you need to make a card that feels elegant and heartfelt.

Have you tried combining black-and-white patterned paper with bright color accents? I'd love to hear what color combinations you would choose!

Stampin' Up Products Featured:

• Artisan Sketched Garden Designer Series Paper
• Pool Party Two-Tone Cardstock
• Coastal Cabana Two-Tone Cardstock
• White Willow Cardstock
• Boutique Blossoms Dies
• Terrific Toadstools Stamp Set
• Natural Artistry Stamp Set
• 1- 3/4 Circle Punch
• 1- 7/8 Circle Punch

Additional Products Used:

Silver Glitter Gems (Close to my Heart)

Black Cardstock 

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink

Happy Crafting!

Marciava