Crafting a Whimsical Gnome Christmas Card
by Jyoti Adhikari
For this project, I wanted to feature the adorable Nordic Forest Gnome die set combining it with a few elegant touches from the Nordic Wintertide Border Set. The color palette I chose centers around teal for the gnome’s outfit, with a pop of festive pattern paper. This simple yet charming design brings together texture, color, and a classic holiday sentiment.
To start, I focused on the gnome, die-cutting all the pieces from the Nordic Forest Gnome die set. I decided on teal for the gnome’s sweater, hat, and boots, giving him a fresh and cozy look. The details of the gnome, especially the textures on the hat and sweater, make him the perfect focal point. Once all the pieces were assembled, I placed him toward the left side of the card, allowing the rest of the design to come together around him.
For the background, I wanted something festive yet understated. I selected a piece of pattern paper from the Yuletide Cheer 6x6 pattern paper pack, cutting it into a strip that would run across the middle of the card. The pattern provided just the right amount of holiday cheer without overwhelming the gnome. Keeping the rest of the background white allowed the patterned strip and the gnome to stand out.
To add a delicate and finished look, I used the Nordic Wintertide Border Set. I die-cut two thin borders from white cardstock, each featuring a lovely lacy design. These borders were added above and below the patterned strip, framing it beautifully. The lacy borders brought in an extra touch of elegance while keeping the overall design clean and balanced.
Next, it was time to add the sentiment. I used the “Merry and Bright” greeting from the Holiday Wishes Foil Greetings Black Tabs. These pre-made sentiments are thick and sturdy, which makes them easy to add to any card. I adhered the sentiment to the right of the gnome, on the patterned strip, creating a nice balance between the focal point and the text.
In the end, all the elements came together to create a card that is both festive and playful. The teal gnome adds a fun pop of color, while the patterned paper and lacy borders add a touch of elegance. The simple sentiment completes the look, making this card perfect for the holiday season.
Hugs,
Jyoti
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Hi Jyoti, I love this card, the gnome is fabulous and the background reminds me of a sweater pattern, perfect to showcase the gorgeos gnome.
Lots of love from Patricia xx