Today I’m sharing a beautiful holiday card created with the Branching Out Bundle. It’s a standout favorite for nature lovers and anyone who appreciates a classic, woodsy holiday look. This card also happens to be the project featured in this week’s Quick Class video, where I walk you step-by-step through the entire process. If you enjoy clean lines, layered textures, and a cozy evergreen feel, this one is for you.

The Design Inspiration

The Branching Out bundle offers such striking, detailed pine images that it practically designs the card for you. I wanted something that captured the feel of winter greenery, think simple, elegant, and warm, without overpowering the sentiment. The “From Our Family to Yours” greeting sits perfectly among the branches, making this card ideal for sending heartfelt wishes during the holiday season.

Card Details

To start, I chose a rich Shaded Spruce card base to anchor the design. The white layer is embossed with a subtle Birch texture, giving the card beautiful depth without taking attention away from the focal image.

The framed panel is the true star:

• I stamped the pine branches for a full, natural look.
• Then I added die-cut pine sprigs from the Branching Out dies for added dimension and color variation.
• A small die-cut pinecone completes the scene and adds that perfect rustic touch.

The warm Streaked Dots embellishments tie everything together, adding just the right amount of shine.

Why This Card Works

This design is a great option if you:

• Want a sophisticated holiday card that’s easy to reproduce for everyone on your holiday card list
• Love detailed foliage without fuss
• Prefer a clean and classic layout
• Enjoy cards that combine stamping and die-cutting for layered results

It’s elegant without being complicated—and with the Quick Class video, you can make it right along with me.

Watch the Quick Class Video

In this week’s Quick Class, I walk you through creating this exact card from start to finish. You’ll see how the stamping comes together, how I arranged the dies, and a few tips to help you get the best results with the Branching Out bundle.

Try It Yourself

Whether you’re creating your holiday cards early or prepping for a cozy crafting session, this card is a wonderful project to try. It comes together quickly but looks beautifully detailed—one of those designs that feels special while still being manageable for multiples.

Let me know if you make your own version. I’d love to see it!

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Branching Out Card Measurements:

• Shaded Spruce Card Base – 8 ½” x 5 ½”, folded at 4 ¼”
• Basic White –4” x 5 ¼” (2), 4 ½” x 3”
• Early Espresso – 5” x 3 ½”, scrap
• Shaded Spruce – 3” x 2”

Branching Out Card Supplies: