More Christmas and Fall

We hope you will join us for all the creative fun during Fallidays! There are plenty of challenges, inspiration, and opportunities to share your creativity with fellow card makers. Be sure to visit Splitcoaststampers and play along with the challenges. You can find all the details HERE.

FF26janemomB - Fall/Winter action scene: with person, animal or fictional character doing something

For this Fallidays challenge, we were asked to create a Fall or Winter Action Scene featuring a person, animal, or fictional character doing something. I chose a beautiful Nativity scene featuring Mary, Joseph, Baby Jesus, and a pair of lambs gathered around the manger. The image was already pre-colored, making it perfect for creating a quick card while still showcasing a meaningful Christmas scene. The figures gathered around the newborn Baby Jesus create a peaceful moment that beautifully captures the true spirit of the holiday season.

To create the card, I trimmed the Nativity image to size and layered it onto a piece of yellow cardstock. The yellow mat helps draw attention to the warm tones in the image and adds a soft glow around the scene. The panel was then mounted onto a blue card base, providing a beautiful contrast and bringing out the colors in the night sky.

To finish the card, I added a Merry Christmas sentiment and popped it up on dimensionals for extra depth and dimension. The raised sentiment adds a subtle focal point without taking away from the beautiful Nativity scene. With its simple layering and heartfelt image, this card is a wonderful reminder of the joy and wonder of Christmas.

Nativity

FF26lacyquilter - Use Diagonals on your Card

For this card, I stamped this adorable Rubbernecker gnome image, colored it with Copic markers, and then die cut it using the coordinating die. The bright colors and fun details make this little gnome the perfect focal point for a cheerful holiday card.

For the background, I pulled out a green gingham designer paper from my stash that I am working to use up this year. I paired it with a diagonal die-cut panel that reminds me of a candy cane pattern, making it a wonderful match for the Christmas theme. The candy cane panel was layered over the green gingham paper, then matted with white cardstock before being attached to a green card base. The combination of patterns and colors creates a festive backdrop without overwhelming the focal image.

Once the background was assembled, I popped the gnome up on dimensionals to give him extra prominence on the card. The sentiment was also attached with dimensionals, adding another layer of depth and interest. To finish the design, I scattered a few gems around the card for a touch of sparkle and shine. The playful gnome, festive papers, and sparkling accents come together to create a fun Christmas card that is full of holiday charm.

Christmas Gnome

FF26pixordia - DIY Snowman-make your own snowman with punches or dies.

For my DIY Snowman card, I started by die cutting several circles from music paper to create the snowman's body. To add a little age and dimension, I lightly sponged brown ink around the edges of each circle before assembling the snowman. For the nose, I cut a small triangle from orange cardstock and also sponged the edges to give it more depth and definition.

Once the basic snowman was assembled, I added the finishing details by hand drawing his smile and attaching a pair of punched brown twig arms. A festive red and green ribbon was tied around his neck to create a cheerful scarf, bringing a fun pop of color to the vintage-inspired music paper. These simple elements help give the snowman plenty of personality and charm.

After the snowman was complete, I popped him up on dimensionals and positioned him on a white snowflake-embossed panel. The embossed background adds wonderful texture and reinforces the winter theme without distracting from the focal image. The panel was then layered onto gold mirror cardstock for a touch of holiday sparkle before being attached to a white card base.

To finish the card, I added a Merry Christmas sentiment and popped it up on dimensionals for added depth. The combination of the vintage music paper, textured embossing, festive scarf, and gold accents creates a cheerful handmade snowman that is sure to bring a smile during the holiday season.

DIY Snowman

FF26PMR - card or scrapbook page with large word and leaves

USEIT2026 - Give Thanks die cut

For this card, I finally found the perfect opportunity to use a Give Thanks die cut that has been sitting in my embellishment tote for quite some time. Sometimes those special pieces just need the right project, and this challenge was a perfect fit. I paired the die cut with a beautiful piece of handmade paper that my mother-in-law gave me for Christmas last year. The texture and unique look of the handmade paper added so much character to the design while creating a wonderful backdrop for the sentiment.

To keep the focus on the handmade paper and the die cut, I chose a simple layout. The handmade paper panel was layered onto white cardstock and then attached to a black card base. The black cardstock provides a striking contrast and helps both the sentiment and the texture of the paper stand out.

This card came together in less than five minutes, proving that simple designs can often be the most effective. With the combination of the textured handmade paper, the elegant sentiment, and the clean layout, this quick card has a warm and heartfelt feel that is perfect for expressing gratitude.

Give Thanks

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Smore Birthday Wishes

 

WT1127 - Scary Cards

For this challenge, I immediately thought of the stack of beer labels my hubby saves for me, always asking if I can use them on cards. This one stood out right away and felt perfect for creating a fun, playful design.

I carefully pulled the label off the can and adhered it to cardstock to give it stability so I could trim it down cleanly. In my stash, I found a plaid paper that paired beautifully with the image, so I cut it to size and layered it on a black card base for a bold foundation.

To finish the card, I chose this great S'more sentiment from DRS Designs, which fits perfectly since the character on the label is enjoying a s'more. I stamped the sentiment, layered it on black cardstock and more of the plaid, then popped it up on dimensionals in the corner to tie the whole design together.

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Smore Birthday Wishes

More Fall and Christmas

We hope you will join us for all the creative fun during Fallidays! There are plenty of challenges, inspiration, and opportunities to share your creativity with fellow card makers. Be sure to visit Splitcoaststampers and play along with the challenges. You can find all the details HERE.

FF26stampingwriterA - Flavors of the holidays. Incorporate some flavor you associate with a holiday into a card. Ex: peppermint or gingerbread for Christmas

For my flavor-inspired card, I chose Peppermint, a classic holiday favorite that always brings to mind Christmas treats and festive gatherings. To create the focal panel, I stamped this fun candy image from Inkadinkado in red and green inks onto tissue paper. I then used the Faux Silk technique by crumpling the stamped tissue paper and carefully smoothing it back out before adhering it to a white cardstock panel. The wrinkles created by the technique give the background wonderful texture and a soft fabric-like appearance that works beautifully with the holiday theme.

Once the faux silk panel was complete, I added a green ribbon as a trim to help frame the design and bring out the green tones in the stamped candies. The ribbon adds a nice finishing touch while providing an additional layer of texture. I then created the Merry Christmas sentiment panel and attached it with dimensionals, allowing it to stand out against the textured background.

To finish the card, I layered the panel onto red cardstock and then onto a white card base. Several red pearls were added as the final embellishments, bringing a bit of shine to the design and reinforcing the festive peppermint color palette. The combination of the faux silk technique, traditional Christmas colors, and candy-themed imagery creates a cheerful holiday card that is both elegant and full of seasonal charm.

Christmas Candy

FF26MaryR917 - Any Fun Fold card design featuring a Scarecrow

For my card, I started by stamping this wonderful scarecrow image and coordinating sentiment from DRS Designs onto a white cardstock panel using black ink. The scarecrow was colored with Copic markers, bringing all of the fun fall details to life. Once the coloring was complete, I trimmed the panel to size and layered it onto red cardstock to help frame the image and make the warm autumn colors stand out.

Next, I reached for a woodgrain designer paper from my stash of papers that I am working to use up this year. The rustic wood pattern was a perfect complement to the country feel of the scarecrow image. I cut the designer paper into panels and layered each piece onto red cardstock before assembling them onto a C-Fold card base. The red matting helps tie all of the elements together while adding a nice pop of color throughout the design.

To complete the card, I created a red and white belly band that wraps around the folded card. The colored scarecrow panel was then layered over the belly band, becoming the focal point of the design. The combination of the rustic woodgrain papers, cheerful scarecrow image, and interactive C-Fold design creates a festive autumn card that is full of seasonal charm and perfect for celebrating fall.

Thanksgiving Scarecrow

FF26GardenCrafts - Use Wrapping Paper on a Card

USEIT2026 - Brads

For this card, I used a piece from a decorative Christmas box that my sister gave me several years ago. The box was well loved and had become quite worn, but there were still many beautiful sections that could be repurposed for cardmaking. I trimmed one of those festive pieces to size and layered it onto a white card base, instantly creating a charming holiday background with plenty of vintage Christmas appeal.

For the focal image, I stamped this adorable penguin from Stampin' Up onto white cardstock and colored him with Copic markers. The bright colors bring out the sweet details of the image and add a cheerful touch to the design. Once the coloring was complete, I layered the panel onto the card front using dimensionals, giving the penguin extra prominence against the decorative background.

To finish the card, I added a few scattered brads from my tote of embellishments that I am working to use up. The brads add a bit of texture and interest without overwhelming the design. I love how this card combines a recycled element, a cute holiday image, and stash-busting embellishments to create a festive Christmas card that is both meaningful and fun.

Penguin Joy

FF26bzzzeee - Let's Get Cozy with a Quilt card! Create your own quilt blocks or use dies, dsp...Fall, Winter, or any holiday!

For this card, I pulled out a Christmas paper pack that has accumulated quite a few smaller scraps over time and put those pieces to good use. I trimmed the various patterns with a stitched rectangle die and arranged them into a quilt-style design. The mix of coordinating holiday papers creates a festive patchwork effect while also helping me make progress on my goal of using up more of my designer paper stash.

Once the quilted panel was assembled, I layered it onto silver mirror cardstock to add a touch of holiday shine and help define the edges of the patterned pieces. The completed panel was then attached to a white card base, allowing the colorful Christmas papers to take center stage.

To finish the card, I stamped a Merry Christmas sentiment in blue ink and punched it out with an oval punch. For extra detail and elegance, I layered the sentiment onto a silver mirror scalloped oval before popping it up on dimensionals. The raised sentiment provides the perfect focal point and coordinates beautifully with the silver matting, bringing the entire card together. This design is a wonderful way to use up smaller paper scraps while creating a festive and eye-catching Christmas card.

Quilt Christmas

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Happy Father's Day

 

SC1136 - this week's sketch on splitcoaststampers.com

For this card, I started with a great piece of map paper, trimmed it down, and layered it on black cardstock for a bold contrast before placing everything on a white card base. The strong lines in the map design made a perfect backdrop for a masculine themed card.

Next, I pulled out this wonderful die cut from Rubbernecker, now Brass and Bliss, and cut all of the layers. I colored each piece with copics to bring out the details and give the image a warm, dimensional look.

Once the card was assembled, I added dimensionals behind the focal panel and layered it on white cardstock, stamping the Happy Father's Day sentiment in the corner. I finished the design by adding a black layer and then a tan layer beneath the panel, giving the card a grounded, polished finish.

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Happy Father's Day

More Fall and Christmas Cards

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FF26JayBee - Use chocolate colors on your card - Dark, Milk, White

For my card, I pulled out this adorable bear image from Stampin' Up and colored him with Copic markers. The soft coloring helped bring out all of the sweet details, giving the bear plenty of personality and making him the perfect focal point for a birthday card. Once the coloring was complete, I carefully fussy cut the image so it would stand out against the background layers.

For the layout, I selected a couple of brown designer papers from my stash. Since I am working to use up more of my patterned paper collection, it was fun to find papers that complemented the bear so well. White cardstock mats were added beneath each layer to help define the patterns and create contrast. The completed design was then mounted onto a brown card base, tying all of the warm tones together.

Once the layout was assembled, I popped the bear up on dimensionals to give him extra depth and make him the center of attention. The birthday sentiment was also attached with dimensionals, adding another layer of interest to the design. The combination of warm earth tones, coordinating designer papers, and the charming bear creates a cheerful birthday card that is sure to bring a smile to the recipient's face.

Birthday Bear

FF26PeonySnail - Holiday Lights

For my holiday light, I chose a classic street lamp as the focal point of my card. I die cut all of the elements from a Tim Holtz die set using black cardstock and then added white highlighting to various areas to bring out the details. The contrast of the black die cuts against the colorful background creates a striking winter scene and gives the card a vintage feel.

To create the atmosphere for the scene, I used shades of purple ink and carefully blended them onto the background. The sponging helps create the look of snow-covered ground, soft shadows, and a winter evening sky. The purple tones add a unique touch while still maintaining a cozy holiday feel. It is amazing how a little ink blending can completely transform a simple background into a dramatic seasonal setting.

Once the background was complete, I added dimensionals behind both the street lamp and the figure to create depth and make the scene come to life. The Merry Christmas sentiment was also popped up on dimensionals, helping it stand out against the background. The combination of layered die cuts, soft ink blending, and dimensional elements creates a beautiful holiday card that captures the peaceful feeling of a snowy winter evening illuminated by a festive street light.

Carolers

FF26rubyheartedmomB - View Through the Window--create a fall or winter scene framed by a window--extra credit if you do something to make your window shiny like glass

For my window scene, I pulled out a designer paper that looks like wallpaper and used my Spellbinders window die set to cut both the wallpaper panel and the window frame. The wallpaper pattern creates the cozy feeling of being inside a warm home while looking out at a snowy winter evening.

To create the view outside the window, I stamped the trees and then sponged the sky and moon to build the nighttime scene. I also added Copic shading to the snow, creating soft shadows and giving the landscape more depth and realism. These details help bring the outdoor scene to life and make it feel as though you are peeking through the window on a peaceful winter night.

To finish the window scene, I added this adorable cat die cut from XPress. I lightly sponged yellow ink onto the cat to coordinate with the colors used on my girl and to create a warm glow within the design. The cat adds a charming touch and makes the scene feel even more inviting.

For the final touches, I popped the cat, window, and Christmas sentiment up on dimensionals to add depth and dimension to the card. The layered elements draw the eye across the scene and help create a cozy holiday card that captures the warmth of home during the Christmas season.

Christmas Window

FF26taclaryA - Make a Fall Postage Collage Card

For my Postage Collage card, I used a postage-themed stencil and die set from Waffle Flower to create the focal panel. Using shades of orange, green, blue, and brown, I blended the colors through the stencil to create the individual postage sections. The combination of colors gives the card a warm and cheerful look while allowing each section of the collage to stand out.

To enhance the postal theme, I pulled out some tiny postage stamp embellishments and added them to the panel. These small details help give the design a more authentic postage-inspired appearance and add an extra layer of interest to the finished card.

Once the collage panel was complete, I die cut it and layered it onto gold mirror cardstock for a touch of shine and elegance. The panel was then mounted onto a green card base, which complements the colors used throughout the design. To finish the card, I die cut the word "Thanks" from white cardstock and layered it onto a gold mirror shadow layer before adhering it to the card front. A few scattered gold sequins were added as the final embellishments, bringing a little sparkle to the design and completing this colorful and eye-catching thank you card.

Fall Postage

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More Fall and Winter Cards

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FF26DellsDani - Feeling nostalgic, Technique Lovers Challenge #01 add keyword TLC01, KISSING Technique, TAGS

TLC01 - Kissing Technique

I had so much fun with this technique that I decided to make a card using it as well. The technique is surprisingly easy but creates such a striking result. Simply stamp a solid image with a lighter ink color, then stamp a detailed image directly over the top using a darker ink. For my card, I selected this adorable snowman from DRS Designs along with a snowflake stamp, also from DRS Designs. The snowman was stamped using a light blue Memento ink, while the snowflakes were stamped over the top with a navy ink to add definition and detail. Once the image was complete, I die cut it into a tag shape and added ribbon to finish the tag.

I stamped a second snowman and carefully fussy cut around the edges to create an additional focal element. For the background, I pulled out several blue and white scraps from my stash and combined them into a layered layout. Each patterned paper was matted with white cardstock, then layered onto light blue cardstock before being attached to a white card base. The variety of papers adds interest while keeping the winter color palette soft and cohesive.

To finish the card, I popped both the snowman and the sentiment up on dimensionals for added depth and dimension. A few punched snowflakes were scattered around the design as the final embellishments, helping to reinforce the snowy winter theme. I love how this simple stamping technique adds so much detail to the snowman, and the combination of layered papers and dimensional elements creates a cheerful holiday card that is full of seasonal charm.

It is Freezing Season

FF26gutsport56 - Salted background

For my card, I started by creating a beautiful wintery background on watercolor paper. I first added water to the panel and then brushed on blue watercolor, allowing the colors to blend naturally across the surface. While the watercolor was still wet, I sprinkled salt over the panel and set it aside to dry. The salt technique created wonderful texture and visual interest, giving the background the appearance of a snowy winter sky.

Once the panel was completely dry, I die cut several framing layers to help showcase the textured background. I then die cut this adorable snowman from various cardstock scraps and assembled all the pieces. To give him a little extra personality and dimension, I added white highlights to several areas of the snowman, helping him stand out against the blue background.

The snowman and Christmas sentiment were both popped up on dimensionals, adding depth and drawing attention to the focal elements. The completed panel was layered onto black cardstock and then attached to a white card base. To finish the card, I scattered a few snowflakes around the design, adding the perfect final touch to this festive winter scene. The combination of the salt watercolor technique, layered die cuts, and dimensional accents creates a cheerful holiday card that captures the magic of a snowy winter day.

Snowman Christmas

FF26MNStamper - Halloween Silhouette - create a colorful background and add a silhouetted focal point character or scene

For this card, I started with a white cardstock panel and created an ink-blended background using a masking technique. I first placed a mask over the panel, leaving a large circle exposed in the center. Inside the opening, I blended orange and yellow inks to create the glowing effect of a full moon. The bright colors immediately became the focal point and set the stage for the spooky Halloween scene.

Once the moon was complete, I placed a circle mask over it and removed the original mask from the rest of the panel. I then blended purple and orange inks around the moon, creating a dramatic sky and adding depth to the background. The contrast between the warm moon and the darker sky gives the card a fun Halloween atmosphere and helps the focal images stand out.

After the ink blending was finished, I stamped the witch image and the Happy Halloween sentiment, both from DRS Designs. The silhouette-style image works perfectly against the colorful background and captures the classic feel of Halloween night. To finish the card, I layered the scene onto purple cardstock and then onto a black card base. The dark layers frame the artwork beautifully and complete the spooky look of this simple but striking Halloween card.

Halloween Witch

FF26morgainegeiser - Fall Scrapbook & card layout challenge - geometric shapes

SC18 - splitcoaststampers.com sketch #18

I loved the look of this card layout and knew I wanted to use it as the inspiration for my project. To create the background, I selected a couple of wood-themed designer papers from my stash of papers that I am working to use up this year. The rustic patterns provided the perfect foundation for a warm and inviting Thanksgiving card. Both the base layer and the square panels were framed with gold mirror cardstock, adding a touch of elegance and helping each section stand out.

To bring in a little more color, I added an orange polka dot designer paper behind the center squares. The bright orange complements the fall theme beautifully and adds a cheerful contrast to the woodgrain papers. Once all of the layers were assembled, the completed panel was attached to a white cardstock base, allowing the rich colors and textures to take center stage.

For the decorations, I die cut several leaves from cardstock scraps in a variety of fall colors and arranged them around the focal area. I also die cut this adorable Karen Burniston squirrel along with his acorns and carefully layered all of the pieces together. To finish the card, I popped both the squirrel and the Happy Thanksgiving sentiment up on dimensionals, creating extra depth and making them the focal points of the design. The combination of rustic papers, colorful leaves, gold accents, and the charming squirrel creates a festive autumn card that perfectly captures the spirit of Thanksgiving.

Happy Thanksgiving Squirrel

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Fall Birthday

 

CAS920 - Autumn

For this card, I started with a white card base and added a piece of designer paper from the stash I am working to use up this year. The pattern reminded me of tree branches, which made it a perfect match for this adorable House Mouse image.

I stamped the House Mouse toward the bottom of the white cardstock so I could leave a wide open space at the top and keep the panel clean and simple. Next, I stamped the birthday sentiment under the image, then colored everything with copics to bring out the sweet details.

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Fall Birthday