I'm absolutely thrilled to be a Guest Designer for Gerda Steiner Designs! What a perfect way to kick off the festive season with some adorable holiday crafting.
Starring the Caroling Woodland Animals!
For my card today, I couldn't resist using the unbelievably cute Caroling Woodland Animals stamp set. Seriously, these critters in their cozy Christmas sweaters are pure joy! I just love the tiny hedgehog in his Santa hat and the cheerful mouse in his little red sweater—they bring such a warm, playful spirit to a winter scene.
I paired the caroling duo with that sweet, simple Christmas tree from the same set to build a truly charming scene.
Creating the Cozy Night Sky
To make the little animals and the bright green tree really pop, I stamped and colored my images, then mounted them on a black card base.
Coloring: I used my trusty Copic markers to bring the images to life. The black background really makes the color vibrate. I kept the coloring simple yet dimensional, focusing on smooth blending for their fur and the tree's needles.
The Snowy Effect: To finish the wintry scene, I created a magical night sky with a classic technique: splattering! I used bleed proof white paint, thinning it down slightly and flicking it across the black cardstock to create a beautiful, scattered starry and snowy effect. It adds so much texture and depth, transforming a simple background into a twinkling winter night.
What do you think of this sweet, starry Christmas card? I had so much fun creating this festive scene!
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