We are kickin’ off Unity Stamp Company’s Brown Thursday and celebrating all month long! It is their BIGGEST Sale of the year – full of new releases, a site-wide sale + freebies. I’ll have lots to share this month but FIRST, I’ve created a joyfully rustic holiday card to celebrate! This beautiful new stamp set and coordinating paper pack are perfection!

We are also hopping on Instagram – I hope you’ll join us there. LOTS to see with the Unity Design Team and wonderful guest designers too. You can start at my INSTA and hop on through. Leave a comment as you go for a chance at a $40 gift certificate to Unity.

Just A Minute {JAM} Session Videos are short videos with simple ideas or techniques to help spark your creativity. These quick ideas do not require much explanation, but seeing them in action can be the perfect inspiration you need for your next project. Watch it on YouTube.

Featured Unity Supplies

All Peace. All Joy. USC | OTH	Deckle & Stitches Nesting Dies USC	Scalloped & Stitched Sentiment Dies USC	Noel’s Charm Paper USC	Nature’s Noel Paper USC

Compensated affiliate links may be used at no additional cost to you. I greatly appreciate the support if you are inspired to shop using my links. Unity Stamp Company usually has a new sale almost EVERY week. Check the website for details. Stamp sets go on and off sale all the time. If it is not on sale this week, just add the stamp set to your wishlist and wait for the next sale so you get a great deal.

Joy

This holiday card captures the winter woods with earthy tones, natural textures, and a beautiful mix of patterns. I used Unity’s new All Peace. All Joy stamp set featuring pine cones and evergreen branches, perfectly colored to match the background papers. I love how the muted tones and the tag that reads “JOY” bring a peaceful vibe to the design. The bell tied to the twine adds a touch of festive charm! Plus, layering patterned papers makes this layout easy and fun to create while looking wonderfully intricate.

What Makes This Card Special:

• Effortless Nature-Inspired Look: The pine cone and evergreen imagery brings a calm, nature-inspired feel perfect for winter greetings.
• Elegant Neutral Palette: Soft browns, creams, and grays create a warm, inviting look without traditional holiday reds and greens.
• Vintage Vibe: Subtle background patterns and distressed textures give the card a charming, vintage look that feels timeless.

Creative Tips & Techniques:

• Match Your Markers to the Paper: To get that realistic look, I used Copic colors E50, E71, E77, N1, N3, and N4, blending them to match the background tones perfectly.
• Layer Patterns for Texture: Don’t be afraid to mix patterned papers! It adds depth and interest without needing a lot of embellishments.
• Dimension: Pop up pine cones and branches with foam tape for a focal point that stands out.
• Add Holiday Charm with a Bell: A tiny bell tied to twine adds both sparkle and movement. It’s the perfect little touch for holiday cards!
• Quick and Easy Assembly: This layout comes together fast with just a few layered elements and coloring techniques.

Crafty Sales & Events

• Unity’s BIGGEST SALE OF THE YEAR!!! — 60% off SITE-WIDE — 15+ NEW ARRIVALS — FREEBIES with purchase… All happening now at Unity Stamp Company.

• Hop with us on Instagram! Unity is giving away three $40 gift certificates for those who hop along. You can start right here: https://www.instagram.com/dahlhousedesigns/

Thank you for joining me today. I sincerely hope that today’s project inspires you. If you create something, feel free to tag me, @dahlhousedesigns, on social media as I would be thrilled to see it! Plus, join us in the Unity Show & Tell Facebook group to share your Unity creations. It is such a fun and loving group of creators.

Supplies

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Please Note: Product names with ** are suggested supply substitutions if I use something discontinued or hard to find.

All Peace. All Joy. USC | OTH	Deckle & Stitches Nesting Dies USC	Scalloped & Stitched Sentiment Dies USC	Noel’s Charm Paper USC	Nature’s Noel Paper USC
Hammermill Cardstock AMZ	Obsidian Amalgam Ink OTH	Ivory Burlap String AMZ	Mini Bells Colors AMZ	Crop-a-dile SB | AMZ

Most Used Tools

MISTI – Original SB | SSS	MISTI – Original – Black SB	MISTI – Mini SB | SSS	White Glass Mat SB | OTH | AMZ	Foam Roll Combo Pack SB
Foam Roll – 2 Inch SB	Stamping Tool SB	Grip Mat 6×6 SB	Media Mat Mini SB | SSS	Mini Stencil Mat** SB
Multi-Use Mat SB	Cutter Bee Scissors SB | SSS	Reverse Tweezers SB	Glossy Accents SB	Glue Bottle SB
Connect Glue SB	Blending Brushes AMZ	Mini Blending Brushes AMZ	Finger Blending Brushes AMZ	Jewel Picker AMZ
Rhinestone Pencil AMZ	Post It Note Tape AMZ	ATG Adhesive Tape AMZ	Big Shot SB	Mini Trimmer SB
White Pen AMZ	White Gel Pens SB | AMZ | EH	Artist-Tac Micro Dot Adhesive AMZ	T rulers AMZ	1.5″ block SB | OTH