A Stinkin' Sweet Christmas

Oh, the holiday crafting season is officially here, and I can’t think of a better way to celebrate than with the brand new “A Whiff of Christmas Cheer” stamp set from Unity Stamp Company! 🦨

These two cards feature the same adorable critter — but with totally different festive vibes. Whether you love classic candy cane reds or cozy green Christmas trees, you’re going to want to grab your markers and dive in!

Let’s make some holiday magic!

♥️ Card 1: “A Merry Little Christmas”

🎨 Step-by-Step Tutorial

1. Stamp the Image: Start by stamping the adorable skunk holding a candy cane onto Copic-friendly ivory cardstock using your favorite alcohol marker-safe ink.

2. Color the Cutie!: Use soft grays and pink tones to bring your skunk to life. Add a pop of red for the candy cane and a hint of holly green for that festive touch!

3. Create the Background: Layer a vintage-style grid patterned paper over a green cardstock base. It gives that sweet, retro holiday vibe!

4. Add the Big Candy Cane Die-Cut: Die cut a large candy cane heart shape from red cardstock and adhere it to the background. It perfectly frames your little skunk!

5. Assemble the Card: Pop up the skunk image with foam tape for dimension. Add a few holly leaves around for a festive flourish.

6. Finishing Touches: Add your sentiment strip at the bottom — “A Merry Little Christmas” — and you’re done! Simple, charming, and oh-so-merry. ❤️

🪄 Supplies Used:

• Unity Stamp Co.: A Whiff of Christmas Cheer

• Pretty Pink Posh: Candy Cane Shaker Die

• Unity Stamp Co.: Noel's Charm Paper Pack

• Tim Holtz: Holiday Greens Mini Dies

• Copics: C9, C7, C5, C3, C1, 0, YR01, R

• Tim Holtz: Christmas Sticker Book

• Scrapbook.com: Glitter Pen

• Foam Tape

💚 Card 2: “Have a Stinkin’ Sweet Christmas!”

🎨 Step-by-Step Tutorial

1. Stamp and Color: Stamp your skunk image and color using cool grays and festive accents. Keep the candy cane bright and shiny — this is the star of the show!

2. Create the Background: Start by stamping the sheet music background with soft grey ink. Then, layer a bold green stenciled Christmas tree right on top. It makes your scene pop with holiday spirit!

3. Add a Touch of Sparkle: Sprinkle a few red sequins or enamel dots across the tree — because who doesn’t love a little sparkle at Christmas?

4. Frame It Up: Mount your background on black cardstock for a classy border, then layer on a bright red card base. Instant festive flair!

5. Pop Up Your Image: Use foam tape to give your skunk a bit of dimension. It’ll look like he’s stepping right out of the card to hand you that candy cane!

6. Finish with the Perfect Sentiment: Add the cheeky greeting “Have a Stinkin’ Sweet Christmas!” and you’ve got yourself a playful, joy-filled holiday card ready to mail!

🪄 Supplies Used:

• Unity Stamp Co.: A Whiff of Christmas Cheer

• Unity Stamp Co.: The Christmas Tree Background Stamp

• MFT: Christmas Tree Stencil

• Gina K Designs: Soft Stone Ink Pad

• Tim Holtz: Mowed Lawn Distress Ink

• Tim Holtz: Rustic Wilderness Distress Ink

• Enamel Dots: Red

• Foam Tape

These two cards show just how versatile and adorable the A Whiff of Christmas Cheer stamp set really is. Whether you’re going for sweet and simple or layered and bold, this little skunk will steal your heart (and your candy cane)! 💖

So go ahead — grab your favorite markers, papers, and dies, and get your stinkin’ cute holiday crafting started!

Until next time... Happy Crafting!