A Very Pink Christmas

Hi Crafty Friends,
My first card is Mrs. Claus and features her pretty in pink on a glittery My Pretty Things Everyday Tag and My Pretty Things Sweet Dreams Pattern Paper. My second card is a pink Santa Pretty Pink Posh Mitten Shaker card is full of holiday sparkle with My Pretty Things Sweet Dreams Pattern Paper layers, tiny star confetti, and a sweet “Believe in the Magic of the Season” sentiment.

Make Crafty Friends Q & A:
Q: What other colors would you like to see Santa wear?
A: Me? Purple

Card #1: Most Wonderful Time with Mrs. Claus

Card #2: Believe in Magic with Santa

Nutcracker Mug

Hi Crafty Friends,
This little nutcracker mug from Pink and Main Mugs & Kisses Stamp Set is ready to warm up the holidays one cozy sip at a time! I paired him with Thermoweb Winter Sparkle Toner Card Front with Thermoweb Gina K Fancy Foil Brilliant Blue Deco Foil to create shiny blue snowflakes. I added bright pops of red, and a sprinkle of Christmas cheer for a card that feels frosty, festive, and totally fun.

Make Crafty Friends Q & A:
Q: Do you put out nutcracker decorations at Christmas? 
A: Me? No but I think they are cute! 

 

Gingy with Garland & Gingy's Candy Cane Heart

Hi Crafty Friends,
I was inspired by Sweet November's July Challenge: Christmas in July for this sweet gingerbread card full of festive charm with layered holiday papers, deep red banners, and a cheerful Sweet November Gingy with Garland gingerbread cutie holding popcorn and cranberry garland. The candy cane Christmas card has the cutest Sweet November Gingy's Heart gingerbread focal point, paired with plaid layers, scalloped edges, Pink and Main Candy Cane Foiled Background and a cozy “Sweet Christmas” sentiment.

Make Crafty Friends Q & A:
Q: Which gingy is your favorite?
A: Me? I like the one holding garland

Card #1: Gingy with Popcorn Garland 

Card #2: Gingy with Candy Cane Heart

Challenges: 
Build Your Holiday Stash Christmas in July 2026 Linky Party
Simon Says Stamp Monday Challenge Add Some Text 
Pink and Main Challenge #19 Shiny Things
Simon Says Stamp Wednesday Challenge: Make Your Own Background

Peppermint Foiled Mugs

Hi Crafty Friends,
I was inspired by Pink and Main Challenge #19 Shiny. My cards feature Pink and Main Peppermint Foilables, Pink and Main Mugs & Kisses Stamp Set, and Pink and Main Cherry Red CheerFoil.  TheSanta mug is serving up major holiday cuteness with a whole lot of mugs and kisses. I added shiny peppermint foil, sparkly candy pieces, and cozy cocoa vibes for a card that feels sweet enough to sip. The reindeer mug is bringing all the cozy Christmas cheer with peppermint sticks, shiny red foil, and the sweetest cocoa vibes. Sugar, spice, and a little sparkle definitely make the holidays nice!

Make Crafty Friends Q & A:
Q: Do you foil?
A: Me? Yes! I love the shine 

Card #1: Mugs & Kisses Santa Mug 

Card #2: Sugar and Spice Reindeer Mug

Challenges:
Pink and Main Challenge #19 Shiny Things
Build Your Holiday Stash Christmas in July 2026 Linky Party
Caffeinated Christmas Challenge #55
Simon Says Stamp Wednesday Challenge Make Your Own Background
 

North Pole Scenes

Hi Crafty Friends,
These sweet Christmas cards feature playful North Pole scenes with Santa, Rudolph, and all the festive extras like cookies, candy canes, and gifts. I used bright pink, aqua, and purple tones for a fun non-traditional holiday color palette, paired with stitched layers and whimsical patterned papers using My Pretty Things Santa's North Pole Stamp Set, My Pretty Things Sweet Dreams 6x6 Pattern Paper Pad, My Pretty Things Everyday Stitched Flag Dies, and My Pretty Things Stitched Circle Dies and Stitched Scalloped Circle Dies.

Make Crafty Friends Q & A:
Q: What crafts are you making for Christmas in July?
A: Me? Besides cards? I made a potholder  

Card #1: North Pole Rudolph 

Card #2: Believe in Santa's Magic

Challenges:
Build Your Holiday Stash Christmas in July 2026 Linky Party
Inspiration Station #87: Inspired by the non traditional Christmas colors and the reindeer floatie tube and presents
Word Art Wednesday Weeks #762-763
Simon Says Stamp Monday Challenge Add Some Text
Double Trouble Challenge Christmas in July (Thing 1, Thing 3)

 

 

Mrs. Claus Tag

Hi Crafty Friends,
This sweet pink Christmas tag features the cutest Mrs. Claus all dressed up in sparkle and polka dots. I kept the design soft and girly with glitter cardstock, a scalloped layer, and a matching pink bow for the perfect festive finishing touch. The tag and scallop background are My Pretty Things Everyday Tag Die Set and My Pretty Things Stitched Scalloped Rectangle Die Set.

Make Crafty Friends Q & A:
Q: Who do you think rules the North Pole? Santa or the Mrs?
A: Me? Definitely Mrs. Claus 

Challenges: 
Build Your Holiday Stash Christmas in July 2026 Linky Party
ABC Christmas Challenge N is for No Stamping

Holidays are Better Buzzed

Hi Crafty Friends,
I was inspired by Jaded Blossom July Anything Goes Challenge and Tawny Owl Paperie Inky Inspirations TOP Sketch Challenge #44. These caffeinated Christmas cards are full of holiday humor with the cutest reindeer coffee cups and sentiments from Jaded Blossom A Latte Comfort and Joy Stamp Set.

Make Crafty Friends Q & A:
Q: What is your favorite holiday coffee?
A: Me? I like vanilla stevia drops in my coffee, maybe a little cinnamon

Card #1: Santa... there was only Decaf

Card #2: Holidays are Better Buzzed

Challenges: 
Build Your Holiday Stash Christmas in July 2026 Linky Party
Caffeinated Christmas Challenge #55
Simon Says Stamp Monday Challenge Add Some Text
Pammie's Inky Pinkies #2629
Double Trouble Challenge Christmas in July (Thing 1, Thing 2 (Jingle Belles) Thing 3)
Jingle Belles Rock: Unicorn Christmas Color Challenge
Inspiration Station Challenge #87 Inspired by the colors and reindeer floatie
Colorful Options Challenge Rainbow