Create an adorable dimensional gnome holiday card that's sure to bring smiles this season! Learn professional card-making techniques as you craft a charming "Joy" gnome complete with a string of festive lights, glittery details, and embossed backgrounds. This step-by-step class walks you through every detail, from Cricket cutting to assembly, helping you create a truly special handmade card.

What You'll Create

• Complete A2 size holiday card (4.25" x 5.5") with gnome design
• Multi-layered gnome character with dimensional elements:
  • Fluffy beard and hat details
  • String of lights held in tiny hands
  • Glittery clothing and mirrored cardstock accents
• Textured embossed background with shimmer details
• Alternative sparkle paste background technique (no die machine needed)
• Professional foam-mounted "Joy" sentiment letters

Techniques You'll Learn

• Precise layering and alignment for multi-piece designs
• Working with specialty materials (glitter cardstock, mirrored cardstock)
• Dry embossing with a die cut machine
• Alternative texturing with sparkle paste
• Strategic adhesive selection for different materials
• Foam tape placement for dimensional lettering
• Adding hand-drawn details with alcohol markers
• Creating professional card bases with score lines
• Troubleshooting and fixing mistakes during assembly

Skill Level Beginner to Intermediate - Perfect for crafters who have basic Cricket operation skills and want to level up their card making. The multi-layer design requires patience and careful alignment, but the class walks you through each step with clear instructions. Basic paper crafting experience helpful but not required.

Class Features

• Step-by-step guidance through Cricket Design Space
• Complete SVG file included for entire project
• Detailed material settings for multiple cardstock types (including custom Spellbinders settings)
• Troubleshooting tips for glitter and specialty cardstocks
• Alternative technique shown for non-die-machine owners
• Real-time assembly demonstration with close-up views
• Professional finishing touches with markers and shimmer

What Makes This Class Special This isn't just another cut file tutorial—you'll learn the professional techniques that make handmade cards look store-bought. From understanding which adhesives work best with non-porous glitter cardstock to adding realistic details with alcohol markers, you'll gain skills that elevate all your future card projects. Plus, you'll discover both traditional embossing and an accessible alternative technique, ensuring everyone can create beautiful results regardless of their tool collection.

Resources Included

• Complete SVG file with all card components pre-sized
• Detailed supply list with specific product recommendations
• Custom Cricket cut settings for Spellbinders cardstock
• Pre-class preparation instructions
• Material substitution suggestions
• Alternative background technique instructions (for crafters without die machines)
• Troubleshooting guide for specialty materials

Perfect For

• Holiday card making and gift-giving
• Learning to work with specialty cardstocks
• Creating dimensional, professional-looking cards
• Building confidence with multi-layer projects
• Mastering foam tape and dimensional techniques
• Anyone wanting to expand beyond basic card designs

Join us in creating this delightful gnome card that combines cutting-edge Cricket techniques with timeless card-making artistry. Whether you're making one special card or creating a whole stack for the holidays, you'll gain valuable skills and confidence to tackle even more creative projects. Let's craft something magical together!