Quick and Easy Snowman Card with Distress Watercolor Pencils
This snowman card is a perfect blend of whimsy and simplicity, making it a great option for a quick holiday card. I’m using a snowman stamp from Unity Stamp Company, and you’ll love how easy it is to bring him to life with Distress Watercolor pencils. Want to see the magic in action? Watch my JAM SESH video for a quick, fun tutorial!
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Featured Unity Supplies
Sending Christmas Smiles USC | OTH |
Scalloped & Stitched Sentiment Dies USC |
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You Put the Merry In My Christmas
This card is all about cheerful vibes! The adorable snowman, colored with soft blues and neutrals, pops off the page thanks to a simple fussy-cut technique. The snowflake background sets the perfect winter scene, while the dimensional effect of the snowman adds depth and interest. Plus, it’s a design you can easily recreate for mass production, making it ideal for all your holiday card needs.
What Makes This Card Special?
- Snowflake Bliss: The background is a stunning pattern of snowflakes that complements the snowman’s wintry vibe. The blues, grays, and whites all work together to create that classic frosty feel. Search your stash for a fun pattern to try.
- Watercolor Magic: The snowman is brought to life with Distress Watercolor pencils. The soft blending of colors on his scarf, hat, and carrot nose gives him a playful, hand-painted look that’s truly unique.
- Pop-Up Dimension: To add a bit of flair, I fussy cut around the snowman and popped him up with foam adhesive. This gives the card a 3D effect that really makes him stand out against the snowflake background.
- Perfect for Mass Production: This design is ideal for making multiples! The simple layout and quick coloring mean you can create a whole set of holiday cards in no time.
Distress Watercolor Pencil Colors: Lost Shadow, Hickory Smoke, Black Soot, Spiced Marmalade, Salvaged Patina & Peacock Feathers
Thank you for joining me today. I sincerely hope that today’s project inspires you. If you create something, feel free to tag me, @dahlhousedesigns, on social media as I would be thrilled to see it! Plus, join us in the Unity Show & Tell Facebook group to share your Unity creations. It is such a fun and loving group of creators.
Supplies
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Please Note: Product names with ** are suggested supply substitutions if I use something discontinued or hard to find.
Discontinued: Hello Christmas Paper Pack (Echo Park) – see substitutes below**
Sending Christmas Smiles USC | OTH |
Scalloped & Stitched Sentiment Dies USC |
Fabriano Watercolor AMZ |
Season’s Greetings SB |
Nocturne ink SB | AMZ | JO |
Distress WC Pencils {sets 1-3} SB | AMZ |
Distress WC Pencils {sets 4-6} SB | AMZ |
Water Brushes AMZ |
Most Used Tools
MISTI – Original SB | SSS |
MISTI – Original – Black SB |
MISTI – Mini SB | SSS |
Foam Roll Combo Pack SB |
Foam Roll – 2 Inch SB |
Stamping Tool SB |
Grip Mat 6×6 SB |
Media Mat Mini SB | SSS |
Mini Stencil Mat** SB |
Multi-Use Mat SB |
Cutter Bee Scissors SB | SSS |
Reverse Tweezers SB |
Glossy Accents SB |
Glue Bottle SB |
Connect Glue SB |
Blending Brushes AMZ |
Mini Blending Brushes AMZ |
Finger Blending Brushes AMZ |
Jewel Picker AMZ |
Rhinestone Pencil AMZ |
Post It Note Tape AMZ |
ATG Adhesive Tape AMZ |
Big Shot SB |
Mini Trimmer SB |
White Pen AMZ |
White Gel Pens SB | AMZ | EH |
Artist-Tac Micro Dot Adhesive AMZ |
T rulers AMZ |
Glass Mat SB |
1.5″ block SB | OTH |
Fiskars Trimmer AMZ | JO |
lostinpaper
Such a cutie Lisa, LOVE it!