The holiday season is just around the corner, and what better way to kick off your Christmas crafting than with a cozy, handmade card? Today, I’m excited to share a step-by-step guide to creating a charming Christmas card using some of the latest supplies from Poppystamps. This card features a delightful brown bear, decked out in a pink winter outfit, set against a beautiful Nordic-inspired background. Let’s dive into the process!
Crafting the Adorable Bear
To start, I turned my attention to the star of the card: the cute Nordic Bundled Bear. I die-cut the various pieces using the craft die and carefully assembled them to create a cozy brown bear. To give the bear a festive twist, I dressed it in a soft pink outfit that contrasts beautifully with the brown fur. The combination of colors really brings this little bear to life, making it a perfect focal point for the card.
Creating the Wintery Background
With the bear ready, I moved on to crafting the card’s background. I began by dry embossing a light blue panel using the Nordic Bloom stencil. This technique added subtle, intricate details to the background, giving it a frosty, wintery feel that complements the bear’s cozy outfit. The light blue color adds a gentle, wintry atmosphere, perfect for the holiday season.
Adding Fir Trees
To enhance the wintery scene, I added a few fir trees using the Nordic Treeline craft die. These trees were placed strategically on top of the embossed panel, creating depth and adding a touch of nature to the card. The simple yet elegant design of the trees blends seamlessly with the Nordic theme, making the scene feel complete.
Finishing Touches
No card is complete without a sentiment and a few finishing touches. I decided to frame the card by adding borders along the top and bottom edges using the Nordic Wintertide Border die. The borders tie the whole design together, giving it a polished look. For the sentiment, I chose a classic “Merry Christmas” die, cutting it from pink cardstock to match the bear’s outfit. The sentiment was then placed prominently on the card, completing the festive design.
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 Nordic Bundled Bear Shop at: PS |
 Nordic Wintertide Border Set Shop at: PS |
 Nordic Treeline Shop at: PS |
 Nordic Bloom Stencil Shop at: PS |
 Merry Christmas Moonlight Script Shop at: PS |