Hi there!

There’s something about classic holiday cards that feels like coming home. The crisp whites, the pop of red berries, the little details that make you think of family gatherings and twinkling lights — that’s exactly the feeling I wanted to capture when I started working with the new Branching Holly embossing folder from Simon Says Stamp’s And Everything Nice release.

I love how the deep embossing adds instant dimension to even the simplest design. Here, I paired it with a sweet layered bird and a wreath tag that pulls in that perfect holiday balance — a little vintage, a little modern, and full of heart. The texture alone gives this design a soft, quiet charm, like the stillness right before the first snow.

Design Highlights

• 🍃 Embossed Elegance: The Branching Holly folder adds raised texture that frames the focal point beautifully.
• 🐦 Layered Cardinal: A pop of red brings warmth and energy to the clean white backdrop.
• 🎀 Simple Framing: The tag shape grounds the elements while keeping the layout balanced and open.
• 💌 Classic Colors: Traditional reds and greens feel fresh again against crisp white cardstock.
• ✨ Finishing Touch: A silver bow adds a subtle sparkle to complete the festive look.

✂️ Studio Tip:  When working with highly detailed embossing folders, try lightly misting your cardstock before running it through your die-cut machine. The paper fibers relax slightly, helping capture every bit of the texture without cracking.

Simple, elegant, and full of warmth — this card feels like the season wrapped up in paper. Have a wonderfully creative day!