A Simple Birthday Card with Christmas Greenery might sound like an unexpected mix, but it works so beautifully. I love when a card comes together with just a few soft colors, simple layers, and a sentiment that feels right for almost anyone. This one has that gentle, pretty vibe that makes you smile before you even open it.
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This palette feels so soothing. Soft Sea Foam adds gentle brightness, Bubble Bath brings warmth, and Cherry Cobbler softens the whole look. The floral paper does most of the work, and the greenery stamp adds just a hint of detail without making things fussy. If you ever sit down to make a birthday card and want something easy but still special, this little layout is a definite win.
Easy Happy Birthday Card in Soft Colors
This simple birthday card combines soft colors, clean layers, and a touch of floral paper for an easy design anyone can make. It’s a sweet, beginner friendly project that works for any occasion when you want something quick, pretty, and heartfelt.
Supplies Needed
- Soft Sea Foam Cardstock: 5-1/2" x 8-1/2" scored at 4-1/4"
- Basic White Cardstock: 4" x 5-1/4"
- Traditions of Christmas Specialty Paper: 4" x 5-1/4"
- Bubble Bath Cardstock: 1-1/4" x 5-1/4" (2 pieces)
Instructions
- Fold the Soft Sea Foam cardstock in half at the score line to create your card base.
- Adhere the Basic White cardstock inside the card. Decorate as desired.
- Adhere the Traditions of Christmas Specialty Paper to the front of the card.
- Using one of the 1-1/4" x 5-1/4" pieces of Bubble Bath cardstock, stamp the sentiment from the Simply Said Stamp Set onto the left side using Cherry Cobbler ink. Stamp the berries to the left of the sentiment using the same ink. Stamp the small "leaves" onto the berries using Soft Sea Foam Ink. See sample for placement.
- Adhere both of the pieces of Bubble Bath cardstock so that they line up at the Traditions of Christmas Specialty Paper at the top, bottom and sides. See sample for placement.
- To finish, add 3 of the Traditional Sparkling Sequins to the front of the card desired.
Notes
Busy Bee (for Beginner or Busy Cardmakers)
Busy Bee projects are designed for the beginner or busy papercrafter. This is a basic cardmaking project that can be achieved by someone who has never made a handmade card before. You can view more Busy Bee cards here.
Busy Bee projects are designed for the beginner or busy papercrafter. This is a basic cardmaking project that can be achieved by someone who has never made a handmade card before. You can view more Busy Bee cards here.
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If you love a card that feels simple, soft, and easy to make in minutes, this one is such a sweet option. The colors do the heavy lifting, the layout is beginner friendly, and the little touches of greenery make it feel thoughtful without adding any stress. It’s the kind of birthday card you’ll want to make more than once because it works for so many people and so many styles.
Thanks for stopping by for today’s card tutorial! My goal is to help you make quick & easy greeting cards for all occasions. If you’d like more detailed directions on how to make this card, feel free to email me. Thanks for spending time with me today — it means a lot.
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Price: $16.50
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