Embossed Mixed Media Christmas Cards

Dive into the exciting world of mixed media card making! Create stunning holiday cards using multiple techniques including distress spray stains, ink blending, dry embossing, wet embossing, and inlay die-cutting. This hands-on live class teaches you how to layer techniques for impressive results—no two cards will ever look the same!

What You'll Create

• Multiple mixed media background panels using distress sprays
• Ink-blended embossed holiday card with silver ornaments
• Elegant inlay die-cut Christmas tree card
• Layered watercolor spray backgrounds with plastic wrap technique
• Dry embossed argyle pattern card
• White pigment ink embossed designs
• 3+ unique holiday cards with various techniques

Techniques You'll Learn

• Distress spray stain application and layering
• Water droplet technique for texture
• Plastic wrap resist method
• Ink blending with multiple colors (tumbled glass, chipped sapphire, prized ribbon)
• Wet-on-wet vs. wet-on-dry spray techniques
• Dry embossing with 3D folders
• Heat embossing with metallic powders
• White pigment ink embossing technique
• Inlay die-cutting for dimensional designs
• Using gel plates to hold paper while ink blending
• Anti-static powder application
• Flattening warped paper with heat laminator
• Preventing paper pilling on heavyweight cardstock
• Strategic embossing ink application on raised surfaces

Skill Level

Intermediate - Best for crafters with basic stamping/die-cutting experience who want to explore mixed media techniques. Live format with real-time Q&A makes complex techniques achievable.

Class Features

• Live interactive format with community participation
• Real-time troubleshooting and questions answered
• Multiple card variations demonstrated
• Efficient batch-creating of background panels
• Tips for working with distress watercolor paper
• Card kit available with pre-selected supplies
• Group photo opportunity with finished cards
• Prize giveaway for participants
• Access to replay video

What Makes This Class Special

Mixed media means every card is unique—you literally cannot replicate the same card twice! This technique-layering approach creates depth and interest that simple stamping can't achieve. You'll learn to embrace happy accidents and work with water flow, spray patterns, and organic blending. By creating multiple backgrounds at once, you'll have a stash ready for various holiday cards.

Resources Included

• Complete supply list with specific products
• Spellbinders 3D embossing folder recommendations
• Distress spray color combinations
• Card kit available for purchase
• Step-by-step video replay
• Facebook group access for sharing creations
• Email support for kit questions
• Alternative technique suggestions for missing supplies

Perfect For

• Card makers ready to explore mixed media
• Creating unique, one-of-a-kind holiday cards
• Learning to layer multiple techniques
• Making impressive cards that wow recipients
• Batch-creating background panels efficiently
• Anyone who loves experimental, organic designs
• Building confidence with distress products
• Creating gift-worthy handmade cards

Important Supply Notes

Key Supplies Needed:

• Distress spray stains: Prized Ribbon, Tumbled Glass, Chipped Sapphire
• Distress ink/oxide (reinkers or pads in same colors)
• Distress watercolor cardstock (recommended) or heavyweight cardstock
• Spellbinders 3D embossing folders (ornaments, argyle)
• Spellbinders holiday die set with inlay options
• Colored cardstock: Deep Blue, Twilight, Blue Mist, Whitewash, Silver
• VersaMark or WOW embossing ink
• Silver metallic embossing powder
• White pigment ink (Ranger recommended)
• Anti-static embossing prep tool
• Heat tool
• Spray bottle for water
• Box or splatter box for messy work
• Gel plate (optional, for holding paper)
• Ink blending tools or makeup brushes
• Barely Art glue or liquid glue
• Spellbinders tape runner
• Tweezers and jewel picker
• Rhinestones for embellishing
• Heat laminator (optional, for flattening)

Pro Tips:

• Work in a box to contain spray mess
• Saturate paper with water before spraying for flow
• Dry between layers for color separation
• Don't dry between layers if you want blending
• Use delicate surface tape (frog tape) to secure dies
• Run completely dry watercolor paper through laminator to flatten
• Test embossing folder sandwich before using on finished work

Join Brandi from Stamp Me Some Love for this fun, experimental live class where mistakes become happy accidents and every card is a masterpiece! Perfect your mixed media skills and create stunning holiday cards that truly stand out.