Hello friends! I am excited to join Simon Says Stamp for their new And Everything Nice release and blog hop! I am so very much enjoying the Christmas products – just in time for more holiday crafting! I have 2 cards to share today, both simple and graphic!
First up – Holly Jolly! I created this card by mixing a few of the new sets. The main set used, of course, is the Holly Jolly one. It is such a fabulous, bold graphic design. I always love designs like this.
CARD DETAILS
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I stamped the Holly Jolly in Cranberry, Cabernet, and Black to create the bold shadow look. This stamp set reminds me of my Shadow Joy die set, these are always so cool to create with! I used the coordinating die to cut this sentiment out.
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I also created bold anemones using the flower images from the new Warmth and Wonder stamp set. I have a video coming soon showing how to make these flowers (how to add all that beautiful shading), stay tuned!
To finish the sentiment, I added “Wishing You”, which comes from the new Warmth and Wonder, and “Christmas”, which comes from the new Tree Plate Greetings. I also used the new Seafoam cardstock to create the card base for this card. Love this color combo!
My second card features the Retro Wreath stamp set, another cool design, perfect for mass-producible Christmas cards. I stamped the wreath in black ink and colored it using the coordinating stencil with the help of the following ink colors: Pearfection (my fave green!), Field, Aspen, Pine.
The bow doesn’t have a stencil, so I colored it using R27 Copic marker. Next, I cut everything out using the coordinating dies and arranged them on a 3 1/2 x 4 3/4″ white cardstock panel.
I added a “Season’s Greetings” sentiment in the center of the wreath. To add interest to the background, I cut a 4 1/4 x 5 1/2″ panel of red cardstock diagonally and adhered a half onto an A2 top-folding card base.
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SUPPLIES
I’m listing the products I used below. Click on the link to go directly to the product. Where available, I use compensated affiliate links, which means if you make a purchase, I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you so much for your support!
 Simon Says Stamps Dies and Stencils Retro Wreath Shop at: SSS |
 Simon Says Stamps and Dies Retro Wreath Shop at: SSS |
 Simon Says Clear Stamps Retro Wreath Shop at: SSS |
 Simon Says Stamps and Dies Holly Jolly Shop at: SSS |
 Simon Says Clear Stamps Holly Jolly Shop at: SSS |
 Simon Says Stamps and Dies Warmth and Wonder Shop at: SSS |
 CZ Design Stamps and Dies Tree Plate Greetings Shop at: SSS |
 Simon Says Cardstock 100lb Seafoam Shop at: SSS |
 Simon Says Stamp Lipstick Red Cardstock Shop at: SSS |
 Neenah 80lb Solar White Cardstock Shop at: SSS |
 Spellbinders Platinum Machine With Universal Plate System Shop at: SSS |
 Mini MISTI Stamping Tool Shop at: SSS |
 Simon Says Stamp Pawsitively Saturated Ink Pad Clay Shop at: SSS |
 Simon Says Stamp Pawsitively Saturated Ink Pad Cranberry Shop at: SSS |
 Simon Says Stamp Pawsitively Saturated Ink Pad Pine Shop at: SSS |
 Simon Says Stamp Pawsitively Saturated Ink Pad Pearfection Shop at: SSS |
 Simon Says Stamp Pawsitively Saturated Ink Pad Field Shop at: SSS |
 Simon Says Stamp Pawsitively Saturated Ink Pad Aspen Shop at: SSS |
 Simon Says Stamp Pawsitively Saturated Ink Pad Cabernet Shop at: SSS |
 Simon Says Stamp Nocturne Black VersaFine Clair Ink Pad Shop at: SSS |
 Copic Sketch Marker R27 Cadmium Red Shop at: SSS |
 Altenew Instant Dimension Foam Tape Shop at: SSS |
 Simon Says Stamp Pawsitively Dazzling Gems Mandarin Shop at: SSS |
So creative! Thank you for sharing!
Thank you so much! I really appreciate that — I love being able to share and hopefully spark a bit of creative inspiration along the way!
Your cards really pop! I’d love to make cards like these!
Thank you so much! I’m so happy you like them! You can absolutely make cards like these — just start with bold colors, a great focal image, and a bit of dimension. Once you try it, you’ll be hooked!
Love your bold vibrant festive cards! That Holly Jolly and Retro Wreath look fantastic!
Thank you so much! I had such a great time working with those sets — they’re so bold and fun to mix and match! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the festive vibe!
Love the cards – very vibrant!
Thank you! ❤️ I’m so glad you like them — I really wanted these to feel bright, happy, and full of that festive Christmas energy!
So bold and fun! Love the colors.
Thank you so much! ❤️ I had a blast playing with these bold colors — they make holiday cardmaking feel extra cheerful and lively!
Both cards are fantastic, and love the clean and not too simple! With the shadows and layering, the cards are perfect!
Thank you so much! I’m so happy you noticed those details — I love finding that sweet spot between clean and layered. The shadows and dimension really help everything come to life!
Love the retro look and the wreath is my favorite set!
Thank you! I’m so glad you love the retro vibe — that wreath set is such a standout! It’s perfect for adding a fun, nostalgic twist to holiday cards.
Wow Yana!!!!! These are Gorgeous!!!!!
Thank you so much!!! That means a lot — I had so much fun creating these festive designs and I’m thrilled you enjoyed them!
Beautiful cards
Thank you so much! I really appreciate that — I had such a wonderful time creating them!
Great shadow stamping, and I love your wreath card.
Thank you so much! I’m so happy you liked the shadow stamping — that’s one of my favorite ways to add depth without overwhelming the design. The wreath set really shines with a bit of layering!
Fabulous cards! I love the red and white frame- I need to do that on some of my cards!
Thank you so much! ❤️ I’m thrilled you liked that red and white frame — it’s such a simple detail, but it really makes the design pop! You’ll love how it adds that crisp festive touch to any card you try it on.
I love the traditional holiday colors you used on your card. It’s very festive.
Thank you so much! ❤️ I’m so happy you liked the traditional color combo — there’s just something timeless about those classic reds and greens that instantly feels festive and cozy!
Love the cards; color combinations are beautiful!
Thank you so much! I really appreciate that — I had so much fun playing with these colors. They feel so joyful and festive together!
Like both cards. So vibrant.
Thank you! I’m so glad you enjoyed them — I loved leaning into those vibrant colors to make the designs really pop for the holidays!
Love the retro look of your cards and your use of traditional colors. I’ll be watching for your video about using the flowers for the warmth and wonder set.
Thank you so much! ❤️ I’m so happy you liked the retro style — it’s one of my favorites, especially paired with those classic holiday colors. And yay, I’m glad you’re excited for the Warmth and Wonder flower video! It’s coming soon, and I can’t wait to share all the layering and shading tips in it!
Love these, Yana! Those colors POP!
Thank you so much! I’m thrilled you think so — I really wanted the colors to feel bold and full of that holiday cheer!
I love the modern vibe! Gorgeous HOLLY JOLLY and wreath!
Thank you so much! I’m so glad you liked the modern twist — those bold designs were so fun to work with, and the Holly Jolly and wreath sets made it easy to get that fresh, festive look!
What fantastic cards, Yana! You never disappoint!
Thank you so much! That’s such a kind thing to say — I truly appreciate it! I’m so happy you enjoyed the cards and felt inspired by them!
I love these bold cards!
Thank you so much! ❤️ I had such a great time creating these — bold designs are always my favorite, especially for festive cards!
Love them both!! The colors are so bright and cheerful! Thank you for sharing!
Thank you so much! I’m so happy you liked them — I wanted these cards to feel extra bright and full of holiday cheer! I really appreciate you stopping by and leaving such a kind comment!
Hope you have a Holly Jolly Christmas. Adorable cards.
Thank you so much! Wishing you a Holly Jolly Christmas too — I’m so glad you enjoyed the cards!
I love that the colors are just so vibrant! Very pretty cards!
Thank you so much! I’m thrilled you liked the vibrant colors — they really make holiday cards feel so joyful and full of energy!
These are awesome cards!!!
Thank you so much!!! I’m so happy you enjoyed them — they were such fun to create!
Wow! These are amazing! Thanks for sharing!
Thank you so much! ✨ I really appreciate that — I had such a wonderful time making these and I’m so glad you liked them!
Pretty cards Yana! Love the bold greeting and the pretty floral embellishments!
Thank you so much! I’m so glad you liked those details — the bold greeting was so fun to pair with the florals! I love how they add just the right touch of festive charm.
Great designs!
Thank you so much! I really appreciate that — I had such a great time putting these designs together!
Oh Yana… your colour choices are so spot on!!
Thank you so much! That means a lot — I love playing with color and finding combos that really pop, especially for festive cards!
Awesome cards! Love the style of the ‘Holly Jolly’ sentiment and the awesome wreath! Wonderful cards!
Thank you so much! I’m so happy you liked them — that bold Holly Jolly sentiment was such a fun one to work with, and the wreath is definitely a new favorite of mine too!
Beautiful vibrant Christmas cards.
Thank you so much! ❤️ I’m so glad you enjoyed them — I loved leaning into those bright, festive colors for a cheerful Christmas look!
Such stunning cards! I love the classic colours!
Thank you so much! ❤️ I’m so happy you liked them — I can never resist classic Christmas colors; they always make everything feel warm and festive!
Oh wow this is gorgeous
Thank you so much! I really appreciate that — I had so much fun creating this design and I’m so happy you liked it!
So pretty
Thank you so much! I’m so glad you think so — it was such a joy to make!
Such awesome cards!
Thank you so much! I’m really happy you enjoyed them — they were so fun to create!
Always gorgeous. I love the wreath with all the gems.
Thank you so much! I’m so happy you liked the wreath — the gems add just the right bit of sparkle, don’t they? I had such fun finishing it off with those little details!
Another gorgeous Yana card! I love your projects.
Thank you so much! That’s so kind of you to say — I’m really happy you enjoy my projects! Your support means a lot.
Love these bold bright designs! So fun!
Thank you so much! I had such a great time creating these — bold and bright designs are my favorite, especially for festive cards!
I’m so enjoying that beautiful Holly Jolly word stamps set. So clever with the highlight and shadow layers. Cleverly conceived! Gorgeous cards with it too Yana, the anemones finished that design so beautifully! LOVE the funky wreath too, gorgeous creation with that xoxo
Thank you so much! ❤️ I’m so happy you love that Holly Jolly set — it’s such a clever design, isn’t it? The shadow layer adds so much depth and makes the sentiment pop instantly. I had a blast pairing it with the anemones and then switching gears for the funky wreath — such a fun mix to play with! Thank you for your sweet words and support!
Stunning cards Yana!
Thank you so much! I really appreciate that — I had so much fun creating these festive designs!
Love the colors that you chose for the Holly Jolly card. Both cards are beautiful! Thank you for sharing!
Thank you so much! ❤️ I’m so happy you liked the colors — that mix felt so festive and fun to work with! I really appreciate your kind words and so glad you enjoyed both cards!
Lovely cards. Such amazing color concepts.
Thank you so much! I really appreciate that — I had such fun experimenting with these color combinations. I’m so glad they stood out to you!
These cards bring out the beautiful of the two ink colours Pearfection and Cranberry!
Thank you so much! ❤️ I’m so happy you noticed that — Pearfection and Cranberry make such a striking combo together! They bring out that perfect balance of festive and fresh!
Very cute cards. I love the stylish wreath.
Thank you so much! I’m so glad you liked the wreath — it’s such a fun and stylish design to play with, especially for modern holiday cards!
So fresh. Very nice Yana.
Thank you so much! I’m so happy you think so — I love keeping things fresh and modern, especially for holiday designs!
Beautiful colors. well done
Thank you so much! I really appreciate that — I had such a great time choosing and blending these colors!
Beautiful set of cards .
Thank you so much! ❤️ I’m so glad you liked them — they were such a joy to create!
Beautiful cards. Love the wreath!
Thank you so much! I’m so happy you liked the wreath — it’s such a fun set to work with and one of my new holiday favorites!
beautiful cards!!
Thank you so much! I’m so happy you liked them — I had such a fun time creating these festive cards!
Amazing cards Yana!
Thank you so much! ❤️ I really appreciate that — I’m so glad you enjoyed the cards!
Very pretty cards. Thanks for the lesson on the back drops of how to stage your creations. I too am scared to change my camera settings.
Thank you so much! I’m so glad you enjoyed the cards and found the photography tips helpful! It took me a while to get comfortable experimenting with camera settings too — but small tweaks can make such a big difference. You’ve got this! ✨
Beautiful cards Yana!
Thank you so much! I really appreciate that — I’m so happy you liked them!