Traditions Wrapped in Cheer Slimline Tutorial
Today I’m sharing a stunning slimline Christmas card that I am so excited about! If you’ve been looking for a project that feels elegant, festive, and completely doable for all skill levels, you’re going to love this one.
This card combines two of my favorite things: the Wrapped in Cheer Paper Pumpkin Kit and the Traditions of Christmas Suite from Stampin’ Up!®. When you pair these two together, the results are absolutely magical
About This Slimline Christmas Card
This handmade card features a gorgeous layered floral cluster front and center, filled with holiday greens, soft pastel blooms, and bold red accents. I really wanted this design to feel full and lush — like a festive holiday bouquet right on the front of your card.
To add rich texture, I started with a white embossed background. The raised dots give this slimline layout beautiful depth without taking attention away from the focal point. Slimline cards are perfect for creating dramatic arrangements like this, and I love how everything spills elegantly from one end of the card to the other.
Traditions of Christmas Suite Details
The star of the show is the Traditions of Christmas Designer Series Paper, which already includes beautiful gold accents. I die cut the florals and greenery directly from the patterned paper using the coordinating Christmas Greenery Dies — and I have to say, I absolutely love when dies match the DSP! It feels like the crafting gods are smiling down on us every time everything lines up perfectly.
To enhance the metallic touches already in the paper, I layered in Gold Foil die cuts, which give the entire project a luxurious shine and tie the color palette together beautifully. These gold elements peek through the florals and create that extra “wow factor” — especially on a slimline card where you have extra space to play.
Wrapped in Cheer Extras
The “Merry Christmas” greeting comes from the Wrapped in Cheer Paper Pumpkin Kit. This month’s kit has such wonderful seasonal sentiments, and the font looks fantastic against all the layering and texture on this card. Paper Pumpkin subscribers truly get the best surprises each month, and it’s always fun incorporating leftover kit pieces into larger projects like this one
Instructions
I also have a full set of step-by-step instructions, including the slimline dimensions and cutting guide, so you can easily recreate this card at home — whether you’re an experienced paper crafter or brand new to card making.
I’ve created this step-by-step guide for you. It provides a measurements and a complete with a clickable list of materials.
Shop the Supplies
All of the Stampin’ Up! products I used are available in my online store. If you’re looking for a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator, I’d love to help you with your paper crafting journey!
Paper Pumpkin Reminders
Before you go, I have a couple of important Paper Pumpkin updates because you won’t want to miss out:
✨ Paper Pumpkin Sale ends TODAY!
✨ Deadline for the December kit is tomorrow December 10.
When you subscribe with me, you’ll also receive exclusive PPX videos with alternate project ideas every single month. And since we’re talking about Wrapped in Cheer, be sure to check out my coordinating gift set alternate tutorial—it’s one of my favorites!
What’s Inside the Wrapped in Cheer Paper Pumpkin Kit?
I followed the kit’s instructions to create these cool boxes that are perfect for the holidays.
And don’t forget—subscribers not only get my free alternate tutorials each month, but also exclusive PPX Video Tutorials, which provide even more creative ideas using each Paper Pumpkin kit.
Wrapped in Cheer Kit Refills Now Available
The refills for this kit are now available in my online store, while they last. Click here. There are still refills available while they last.
More Wrapped in Cheer Alternates
Check out my Wrapped in Cheer Paper Pumpkin kit alternate for more tutorials and inspiration. And be sure to check out our APPT Blog Hop while you’re there.
Closing
I can’t wait to see your version of this elegant slimline Christmas card. It’s perfect for family, friends, neighbors, and anyone who appreciates a handmade holiday greeting. Happy crafting, and Merry Christmas! 🎄
~Tami ❤️
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