Santa Card WITH Instructions!

Hello Stampers~

As promised, here are the instructions for the Santa punch card that I shared in THIS post.

I began with a 4-1/4" x 5-1/2" piece of red card stock folded in half to form the card base.  Next I centered a 2-1/4" x 4-1/4" piece of flesh-toned card stock on the front of the card base.  I used textured cardstock to give Santa a bit more character.

To make the beard, mustache, and hat brim, I began with a 4-1/4" x 5-1/2" piece of white card stock.  I ran it through my Big Shot die-cutting machine with the Swirls Cuttlebug embossing folder.  In my opinion, the swirls are what really make this card. :)  Next, you'll need a large circle cutter or simply use a large circular item, such as a dinner plate or frisbee and a pencil to mark the curve.  I marked the first curve (for the beard) about 3" up from the bottom.  (Make your markings on the back side of the embossed card stock.)  I then marked another curve about 1" higher than the first.  Cut along both curved lines to form the beard and hat brim.  To make the mustache, use the remaining piece of white card stock, and cut along the curved line (which forms the top of the mustache), making two curvy cuts for each side of the mustache.

Before you attach your pieces to the card, you'll want to punch out two black eyes with a 1/2" circle punch, one flesh-toned lip with a 1/2" circle punch, and one flesh-toned nose with a large oval punch.  Sponge pale pink ink on Santa's "cheeks", as well as around the edges of his nose and lip.  I also added some highlight markings to the eyes and nose with a white opaque pen.

Now you can assemble your layers.  I attached the nose/mustache ensemble with Dimensionals (also known as Pop Dots) to make them stand out.

The final touch is three punched "branches" and a red button decorating Santa's hat.  If you have a holly punch, that would also be fantastic here!

Here's a close up of Santa's face:

Okay, folks, that's all!  I hope my instructions are clear enough.  Have fun making your own Santa cards. :)

Have a fantastic Tuesday, friends!

Hugs,

~Cindy
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Stamps:  None  (I did use the "Ho Ho Ho" stamp from Flourishes on the inside!)
Papers:  Classic White, Blush Blossom Textured, Red (PTI), Glorious Green (SU), Basic Black (SU)
Inks:  Pink Pirouette (for sponging)
Accessories:  Swirls Cuttlebug Folder, large circle cutter, 1/2" Circle Punch, Large Oval Punch, Martha Stewart Branch Punch, Red Button (PTI), Natural Burlap String, White Opaque Pen, Dimensionals

 

Comments

[katie]

1.

he's adorable. Love the placement of the highlights and the rosy cheeks but the swirl embossing just makes this card.

[Margaret Peltier]

2.

OH MY!!! He is just so cute that I need to make a few! Thanks for sharing the directions - you are such a peach!!!

[Jami]

3.

So cute! I think Ineed to make one of these!

[Colleen B.]

4.

Thank U so very much for the instructions.
I thought your card was adorable from the first time I saw it.
Thank U again.
ColleenB.

[Connie Gregoire]

5.

Thank you for posting measurements!! I printed this card out when you first posted it and I am definitely making some. This makes it SOOOOO easy!!! He is simply adorable!!

[Peg Parsons]

6.

Thank you soooo much for the directions and supplies used - very kind of you!!!! I appreciate you sharing :-) Such an adorable "guy"!!!!
Thanks!!!

[Broni]

7.

How uber-cool!! Thanks so much for the instructions, Cindy!! I think my grandkids would love this!

[Joanna]

8.

Thank you soooooooooo much Cindy!! I fell
in love with him right away. Thanks so much
for giving the directions - I do want to
make some for Xmas. Hugs

[Linda E]

9.

You are marvelous, Cindy. I will have to try my hand at making this card for my nephews.

[Kelly Massman]

10.

Loved this when I first saw it! Thanks for the tutorial!

[Lori Barnett]

11.

how CUTE!!!! Thanks for sharing!

[PatM]

12.

Your SANTA is sooo cute! I can't wait to make these for my grandchildren for Christmas! They will love the textured beard and mustache done with Cuddlebug. Thank you for sharing your talents and the instructions with us.

[Lori Travis]

13.

A perfect card for the holiday season!!!!

[Traci S.]

14.

Hi Cindy~

Awesome instructions! Thanks for being so clear, and not leaving anything up to assumimg. I can't wait to make this card...just for the fun of it!

He IS Able,
Traci S.
http://He-IS-Able.blogspot.
4 part mercy series and Challenge

[Shannon White]

15.

Thank you soo much for the instructions for your super adorable Santa Card! I just fell in love with this little guy since you first posted him.. 8-) Can't wait to make a few for Christmas this year.
Thanks so much for sharing your wonderful creativeness. 8-)

[Light]

16.

I'm glad that I've found your onehappystamper.typepad.com web site. I don't have much to add to the conversation, but I'm right there with you. Your post said exactly what I have been thinking. Good to see you posting again.

[Dorcas]

17.

I just happened to find your blog one evening and am delighted. I fell in love with your Santa and recreated it...although mine is not nearly as beautiful as yours. I gave you the proper credits for it. WOuld love for you to stop by my blog to see my version of your creation. http://www.craftycardangel.com/2011/11/santa.html

Dorcas

[OBee]

18.

Love this card! Thanks so much for sharing!

[SueB of Blondin Blogs]

19.

thanx SO MUCH for the inspiration ... I'll be sure to make some NEXT year!