❄️Last-Minute Holiday Magic❄️: A Creative Countdown

DOstamping Sharing Last-Minute Holiday Magic!

Starting today, I’ll be sharing a series of quick, heartfelt seasonal projects that you can whip up in a flash — no stress, just sparkle! Whether you’re short on time or simply savoring the season, this series is here to sprinkle a little extra joy into your holiday crafting.

Here’s what you can expect:

  • ❄️ Jar of Joy cards filled with festive charm
  • 🎁 Wrapped in Cheer Paper Pumpkin alternates
  • 💌 Merry Christmas Notecards for simple, elegant greetings
  • 🌟Gift card holder
  • 🎀 Packaging idea to wrap things up sweetly

Each project is designed to be easy to recreate, full of personality, and perfect for last-minute gifting or mailing. Whether you’re crafting solo or with loved ones, I hope these ideas bring a little magic to your December.

Let’s make the season merry — one card at a time!

🎄 Last Minute Holiday Magic – Day #1

The holiday countdown is on, and sometimes we just need a little last-minute magic to make the season shine. For Day #1 of my Last Minute Holiday Magic series, I’m sharing not one—but two—quick and cute, yet festive Christmas cards. Both designs use the same stamp sets, yet each has its own personality.

Stampin' Up! Merry Christmas (last chance) and Keeping Traditions cards for last-minute holiday card making by Dawn Olchefske, #DOstamping #HowdSheDOthat #stampinup #christmascards

Today I’m sharing a festive “mash-up” using the Merry Christmas single stamp (last chance 10% off) and Keeping Traditions stamp set.

✂️How’d She DO That? Merry Christmas Quick & Cute cards

Stampin' Up! Merry Christmas (last chance) and Keeping Traditions cards for last-minute holiday card making by Dawn Olchefske, #DOstamping #HowdSheDOthat #stampinup #christmascards

💡DOstamping Tips: 

  • Stamp sentiment where shown (Merry Christmas single stamp).
  • From Keeping Traditions stamp set, stamp berries and holly leaves in the four corners.
  • Then add the dot/dash border image where desired.
  • Have fun trying different looks like I created in each of these festive card styles.

Stampin' Up! Merry Christmas (last chance) and Keeping Traditions cards for last-minute holiday card making by Dawn Olchefske, #DOstamping #HowdSheDOthat #stampinup #christmascards

❤️ Why These Cards Work: Traditional colors + classic sentiments = instant holiday joy!

Day #1 of Last Minute Holiday Magic proves that you don’t need hours to create something beautiful. With just a few supplies and a dash of creativity, you can share handmade holiday cheer that feels personal and heartfelt.

Stampin' Up! Merry Christmas (last chance) and Keeping Traditions cards for last-minute holiday card making by Dawn Olchefske, #DOstamping #HowdSheDOthat #stampinup #christmascards

🡒 This or That? Leave a Comment…which is your favorite?

Be sure to check out the Merry Christmas single stamp (last chance 10% off) and Keeping Traditions stamp set., as well as my DOstamping Supply List below. Add your favorites to your shopping cart!

Stay tuned for Day #2—more festive inspiration is on the way!

Thank you for choosing to shop with me!
Dawn Olchefske, Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator

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Stampin' Up! Merry Christmas (last chance) and Keeping Traditions cards for last-minute holiday card making by Dawn Olchefske, #DOstamping #HowdSheDOthat #stampinup #christmascards

Stampin' Up! Merry Christmas (last chance) and Keeping Traditions cards for last-minute holiday card making by Dawn Olchefske, #DOstamping #HowdSheDOthat #stampinup #christmascards

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2 thoughts on “❄️Last-Minute Holiday Magic❄️: A Creative Countdown”

  1. Well, I certainly prefer the red matted card with the fun holly in each corner. But, I certainly love the note card version almost as well. At this point in time with this basset hound 9 month old puppy, I may need to order these two sets tonight. I have a ton of Christmas stamps but they are in plastic boxes stored in several rooms away from Bernie. I have a set of note cards and I know where they are, I think. I put the Merry Christmas stamp in my cart this afternoon but I think I had better get the Traditions one so I don’t have to look for holly leafs and now I can see what that fun little trim piece can do to jazz up stuff. Thanks for your inspiration.

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