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Looking for simple card sketches that make creating handmade cards easier? You’ve come to the right place! Welcome back to The Stamp Camp for Card Sketch #79! This week’s card sketch is a fun way to showcase your favorite Stampin’ Up!® Designer Series Paper while creating beautiful handmade Christmas cards.

Whether you’re a beginner stamper, just getting back into card making, or looking for fresh inspiration, you’ll love how easily this layout comes together. If you’ve been searching for card sketches to download and print, you’ll find this week’s free sketch in my Weekly Card Sketch Photo Gallery.

Today, I’m sharing three different Christmas cards created using Card Sketch #79. Each one features different Stampin’ Up! products to show you how versatile one simple layout can be!

Card #1: A Cozy Christmas with Neutral Noel Designer Series Paper

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For my first card using Card Sketch #79, I chose the beautiful Neutral Noel Specialty Designer Series Paper paired with the Welcome Noel Bundle. I love the combination of the warm gold tones and rich Peaceful Pine cardstock. It creates such a cozy Christmas feel!

I started with a Very Vanilla cardstock base, followed by a layer of Peaceful Pine cardstock and a piece of Neutral Noel Specialty Designer Series Paper.

For the vertical strip on the card front, I used Peaceful Pine cardstock and embossed it with the Softly Woven Embossing Folder. This adds wonderful texture and gives the three rectangular pieces of Neutral Noel Designer Series Paper a beautiful backdrop.

To create my focal point, I used the Welcome Noel Bundle to die cut the little Christmas house. I cut the solid house shape from Gold Foil and layered the detailed Peaceful Pine die cut over the top. I just love how the gold shines through the windows!

The “Holiday Wishes” greeting comes from the Soiree Salutations Stamp Set. I punched the sentiment strip using the Three Banner Punch and positioned it across the lower portion of the house.

To finish off my card, I added three Gold Adhesive-Backed Dots in the upper right-hand corner for a little extra sparkle.

Card #2: Mix and Match with All Wrapped Up Designer Series Paper

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For my second card using Card Sketch #79, I switched things up a bit by combining the All Wrapped Up Designer Series Paper with embossed cardstock. This is a great example of how you can take a simple card sketch and make it your own!

I started with a Thick Basic White cardstock base and added a piece of Lost Lagoon cardstock that I embossed using the Softly Woven 3D Embossing Folder. I love the texture this adds to the background without having to use another piece of Designer Series Paper.

Next, I added a vertical strip of Real Red cardstock and layered three rectangular pieces of the All Wrapped Up Designer Series Paper on top.

To create my focal point, I hand-cut one of the beautiful holiday bouquets from the All Wrapped Up Designer Series Paper and positioned it over the three rectangles. This is such a fun way to use the images already printed on your paper without needing additional stamps or dies!

For my greeting, I once again used the Soiree Salutations Stamp Set, stamping “Holiday Wishes” in Real Red ink. I punched the greeting strip using the Three Banner Punch and added it across the front of the card.

To finish things off, I added three Cherry Cobbler Sequins in the upper right-hand corner for a little holiday sparkle.

One Card Sketch, So Many Creative Possibilities!

What I love about simple card sketches is that they are just a starting point for your creativity!

With this card, I wanted to show you that you don’t always need Designer Series Paper for your background. Instead, try embossing a piece of cardstock to add texture and interest.

You can mix and match cardstock with your favorite Designer Series Paper, add a decorative image over the three rectangles like I did here, or position your focal point off to the side like I did on Card #1.

The choice is yours!

That’s what makes card sketches for the beginner stamper so helpful. The layout gives you a place to start, but you get to decide how to bring it to life using the Stampin’ Up! supplies you already have or would love to add to your collection.

Whether you’re a beginner stamper or have been making cards for years, Card Sketch #79 is a wonderful way to get those creative ideas flowing!

Card #3: A Festive Twist with Timeless Christmas Designer Series Paper

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For my third card using Card Sketch #79, I changed things up just a bit! This time, I used the beautiful Timeless Christmas Designer Series Paper and swapped out the plain rectangles from the sketch for scalloped rectangles. It’s a simple change, but it gives the card a completely different look!

I started with a Peaceful Pine cardstock base and added a piece of Timeless Christmas Designer Series Paper for the background. I just love the traditional Christmas colors and the festive holly and berries!

Next, I added a vertical strip of Peaceful Pine cardstock down the front of the card, just like the original sketch.

Instead of using three plain rectangles of Designer Series Paper, I used the Scallop Christmas Cheer Bundle to die cut three Poppy Parade scalloped rectangles. These add a pretty decorative edge while still following the basic layout of Card Sketch #79.

For my greetings, I used the Soiree Salutations Stamp Set and stamped a different sentiment inside each scalloped rectangle:

  • Holiday Wishes
  • peace. hope. joy.
  • Merry Christmas

To finish off my card, I added a white sequin from the Adhesive-Backed Sparkle Sequins to different corners of the scalloped rectangles. Just a little sparkle was all this card needed!

Simple Card Sketches Don’t Have to Be Complicated!

Of the three cards I’ve shared today, I think this one follows the original Card Sketch #79 layout the closest, even though I swapped the plain rectangles for scalloped ones.

I also decided not to add a decorative image beside the vertical strip. With the beautiful Timeless Christmas Designer Series Paper and three festive greetings, I felt the card had everything it needed!

That’s something I always want to encourage, especially if you’re a beginner stamper. You don’t have to add lots of layers, embellishments, or die-cut images to create a beautiful handmade card.

Sometimes keeping things simple is the best choice!

And that’s exactly why I love sharing card sketches to download and print here at The Stamp Camp. One basic layout can inspire so many different designs!

Just look at the three cards I’ve created using Card Sketch #79. Each one features different Stampin’ Up! products, different embellishments, and a slightly different approach to the same layout.

Imagine how many more cards you could create just by changing your Designer Series Paper, cardstock colors, or greetings!

One simple card sketch, endless creative possibilities!

Download Your FREE Card Sketch #79!

Ready to give this week’s card sketch a try? Card Sketch #79 is FREE to download and print!

Whether you’re a beginner stamper or have been creating handmade cards for years, this layout is a great addition to your collection of simple card sketches.

You can download and print your free sketch below or visit the Weekly Card Sketches Album in the Photo Gallery at The Stamp Camp.

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Save it, print it, and use it again and again with your favorite Stampin’ Up! Designer Series Paper!

Shop the Supplies to Create These Card Sketches

Love the three Christmas cards I shared today? I’ve put together a shopping list featuring the Stampin’ Up! products I used to create all three cards.

From the Neutral Noel Specialty Designer Series Paper to the All Wrapped Up and Timeless Christmas Designer Series Papers, you’ll find the supplies you need to create your own beautiful handmade Christmas cards.

Simply click on any of the products in my shopping list to shop directly from my Stampin’ Up! online store.

Remember, you can always substitute your favorite Designer Series Paper, cardstock colors, and stamp sets to make these card sketches your own!

Want Card Sketch #79 with Measurements & Instructions?

Love card sketches to download and print, but wish you had the exact measurements and step-by-step instructions?

I’ve got you covered!

When you place ANY SIZE ORDER in my Stampin’ Up! online store during November 2026, I’ll email you the password to my exclusive November Customer Thank You Album on The Stamp Camp blog.

Inside the album, you’ll find:

  • All of November’s weekly card sketches with measurements
  • Step-by-step instructions to recreate the cards
  • Downloadable and printable PDF tutorials to keep in your card-making collection

It’s my way of saying THANK YOU for choosing me as your Stampin’ Up! demonstrator!

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November 1–15, 2026 Customer Appreciation — 20 Timeless Christmas PDFs!

Love making Christmas cards?  You’re going to LOVE my November Customer Appreciation gift!

From November 1–15, 2026, when you place a minimum $50 order (before shipping and tax, and after any Stampin’ Up! Rewards have been used) in my Stampin’ Up! online store, you’ll receive:

20 downloadable and printable project PDF files featuring the Timeless Christmas Suite Collection!

These PDFs are filled with beautiful Christmas card ideas and creative inspiration to help you get the most out of your Stampin’ Up! supplies.

After your qualifying order, I’ll email you the password to my exclusive Timeless Christmas Customer Appreciation Album on The Stamp Camp blog, where you can download and print all 20 project tutorials.

And here’s the best part! Your qualifying $50 order also gives you access to my November Customer Thank You Album, featuring this month’s card sketches with measurements and instructions!

That’s even MORE creative inspiration as my thank-you for shopping with me!

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Let’s Get Creative with Card Sketch #79!

I hope today’s three Christmas cards have inspired you to pull out your favorite Designer Series Paper and give Card Sketch #79 a try!

Remember, a card sketch is simply a starting point. You can follow it exactly or change things up to make it your own. That’s what makes card sketches so much fun, especially for the beginner stamper!

I’d love to know which of today’s three Christmas cards is your favorite! Is it the cozy Neutral Noel house, the beautiful All Wrapped Up bouquet, or the festive Timeless Christmas greetings?

Leave me a comment below and let me know!

Thanks so much for stopping by The Stamp Camp today. I truly appreciate your support and every order placed in my Stampin’ Up! online store. Your orders help me continue sharing free card sketches, creative ideas, and card-making inspiration with you each week.

Happy Stamping!

Glenda

The Stamp Camp

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