Hello, crafty friends! Tya here, and today I’m sharing a fun way to add your own creative flair to the Simple Vintage Evergreen Memories Card Kit from Simple Stories! I had the best time taking these beautiful designs and giving each one a few extra touches of dimension, texture, and sparkle.
Card kits are a fabulous way to get lots of cards made quickly, and they’re also a wonderful starting point for making something uniquely yours. For each design, I made one card using the kit’s original arrangement and a second version with a few extras from my stash. Below, you’ll see each pair side by side, followed by a closer look at my dressed-up version!
First up are these charming red house cards! Between the snowy trees, soft blue background, and green plaid, this design already has such a warm and welcoming feel. I kept those lovely details and added a little extra winter sparkle and softness to the card on the right.
In this close-up, you can see the cheesecloth tucked behind the sentiment and the wispy white bow finished with a mint-colored accent. A little glitter along the roofline and tree branches gives the scene a frosty shimmer. I love how just a few additions make this cozy little house feel extra special!
How sweet is this little woodland bear? The layered trees and green gingham create such a pretty setting for him. For my elevated version, I played up the winter theme with fluffy snow details, twine, and a dangling snowflake charm.
The added textured snow paint gives the trees so much wonderful texture! A twine bow across the top holds a silver snowflake charm, while shiny red berry Enmamel Dot accents add a pop of color near the bottom. These little details make the snowy scene feel even more dimensional and fun.
This classic Christmas tree design was such a treat to dress up! The red polka dots, green scalloped borders, and woodgrain background work beautifully together. I added a few metallic touches to my second card to give it the look of a tree decorated for the holidays.
Tiny jingle bells make the cutest ornaments and add so much dimension to the tree! I hot glued them to the tree. I also added narrow gold-dotted ribbon beside the scalloped borders and sparkly accents to the packages. The bells have a lovely vintage finish that fits this collection perfectly.
The wreath on this pair is such a beautiful focal point! I love the mix of winter greenery, florals, and that large “winter blessings” sentiment. To elevate the second card, I added lace, dimensional poinsettias, and a few delicate finishing touches.
Cream lace adds a soft border above the plaid paper, and red poinsettia paper flowers peek out around the sentiment. Loops of fine gold thread bring a bit of shine, while green glittery Enamel dots add small pops of sparkle. Inking the edges gives the layered pieces a warm, vintage feel.
These fireplace cards are full of cozy Christmas charm! The stockings, glowing fire, and little candles make such a welcoming scene. For my elevated card, I chose simple additions that complement that homespun feeling.
A strip of cream lace adds texture beneath the fireplace, and a little button tied with twine finishes the sentiment area. Red gems bring shine to the mantel greenery, and a touch of sparkle highlights the stocking cuffs. I love how a few tiny details can add so much character!
This snow globe design has such a lovely mix of winter scenery and florals! The kit version is beautiful on its own, and I had so much fun adding a few more layers to my second card. A doily, bows, and a dimensional flower give it that extra texture I love.
The white doily creates a delicate layer behind the snow globe and greenery. I added a twine bow around the globe’s base, a gold-dotted ribbon bow on the tag, and a red poinsettia with a gold center. Tiny red gems and glittery accents finish this sweet little winter scene.
Pretty florals, gingham, and polka dots make this pair so cheerful! I love how the bold “HOLIDAY” greeting sits among the flowers and greenery. For my elevated version, I added a doily and a few small accents to bring even more detail to the arrangement.
A kraft-colored doily peeks out above and below the sentiment, adding a lovely decorative layer. Warm inked edges, loose loops of gold thread, and pink glittery Enamel Dots give the design a soft vintage finish. This is such an easy way to use a few favorite little goodies from your stash!
My final pair features a beautiful combination of citrus slices, candles, flowers, and winter greenery. Those warm colors look so pretty against the red polka dots and rustic woodgrain! I added lace and a small embellishment cluster to give my second card a little extra flair.
Cream lace stretches across the bottom, while cheesecloth, a loose twine bow, and two pearl-headed pins dress up the area around the printed clip. A little shine on the citrus slices and candle flames adds another finishing touch. The mix of soft fibers and layered paper pieces makes this card so fun to look at up close!
Thank you so much for stopping by! I hope these cards have inspired you to get started on your holiday card making with one of the beautiful Simple Stories card kits. Gather a few favorite embellishments and have fun adding your own special touches to the designs. A little ribbon, texture, or sparkle is a wonderful way to make each greeting your own before sending it to your special people!
Happy crafting!
Tya
Products Used:
SV Evergreen Memories Simple Cards Card Kits
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