TGIF, everybody! I’m not sure if I feel like this week whizzed by or if I feel like it dragged. I guess it kinda depended on the day. All is I know is that I’ve been in race mode to get back home every day to hide all of the boxes that Amazon delivered. *snicker* Anybody else?
Well, I’m still whittling away at my holiday card stash in hopes that I’ll have enough cards made to send out to at least half of the annual mailing list. We shall see how many I can turn out this weekend. One thing that really helps when you get in a crunch is finding easy designs, and that’s exactly what we’ve been up to this week. And today we’re pairing up the Joyful Days Memories & More cards with the Regal Distressed Patterns paper and using a sketch from the Holiday Mini catalog to create this simple card. Let’s check it out.


The inspiration for today’s clean & simple card layout comes from the first sketch in the Holiday Mini catalog. We get started on our card with a base of Mossy Meadow cardstock to tie in the evergreen needles in our focal image. I pulled the small evergreen Merry Christmas card from the Joyful Days Memories & More card pack to serve as the focal image and sentiment. We dress it up just a touch with a secondary sentiment from the Greetings for You ephemera pack that is layered on top of some Mossy Meadow & Gold ribbon. We finish off our pops of coordinating green elements with some sparkly glitter dots in opposing corners.
This card comes together in less than 5 minutes flat! Another perfect addition to the arsenal of make-it-quick designs. I hope you’ll drop in tomorrow to see what else I can pull together from the holiday product stash. I’m thinking we’ll dig into the dies tomorrow, but we’ll see where the crafty muses take me once I lay out the options.
Product List
![Mossy Meadow 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 133676 ] Mossy Meadow 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 133676 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/133676s.jpg)
![Regal Distressed Patterns 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper [ 164037 ] Regal Distressed Patterns 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper [ 164037 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/164037s.jpg)
![Joyful Days Memories & More Card Pack [ 165822 ] Joyful Days Memories & More Card Pack [ 165822 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/165822s.jpg)
![Greetings For You Mix & Match Ephemera Pack (English) [ 166208 ] Greetings For You Mix & Match Ephemera Pack (English) [ 166208 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/166208s.jpg)
![Mossy Meadow & Gold 1/4" (6.4 Mm) [ 166158 ] Mossy Meadow & Gold 1/4" (6.4 Mm) [ 166158 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/166158s.jpg)
![Traditional Sparkling Sequins [ 165875 ] Traditional Sparkling Sequins [ 165875 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/165875s.jpg)
![Stampin' Dimensionals [ 104430 ] Stampin' Dimensionals [ 104430 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/104430s.jpg)

![Shaded Spruce 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 146981 ] Shaded Spruce 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 146981 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/146981s.jpg)
![Christmas Tags & More 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Mix & Match Specialty Designer Series Paper [ 165907 ] Christmas Tags & More 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Mix & Match Specialty Designer Series Paper [ 165907 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/165907s.jpg)
![Festive 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Glimmer Paper [ 164106 ] Festive 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Glimmer Paper [ 164106 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/164106s.jpg)
![Sentimental Framing Dies [ 165476 ] Sentimental Framing Dies [ 165476 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/165476s.jpg)
![Gold & Silver 1/8" (3.2 Mm) Trim Combo Pack [ 161633 ] Gold & Silver 1/8" (3.2 Mm) Trim Combo Pack [ 161633 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/161633s.jpg)
![Real Red 1/2" (1.3 Cm) Shiny Ribbon [ 165876 ] Real Red 1/2" (1.3 Cm) Shiny Ribbon [ 165876 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/165876s.jpg)

![Crumb Cake 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 120953 ] Crumb Cake 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 120953 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/120953s.jpg)
![Take A Bow 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper [ 164309 ] Take A Bow 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper [ 164309 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/164309s.jpg)

![Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 166780 ] Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 166780 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/166780s.jpg)
![Season Of Elegance 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper [ 164144 ] Season Of Elegance 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper [ 164144 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/164144s.jpg)
![Traditions Of Christmas 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper [ 165853 ] Traditions Of Christmas 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper [ 165853 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/165853s.jpg)
![Gold Foil Sheets [ 132622 ] Gold Foil Sheets [ 132622 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/132622s.jpg)


![Pretty Peacock 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 150880 ] Pretty Peacock 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 150880 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/150880s.jpg)
![Elegant Pine Snowflakes 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [ 166066 ] Elegant Pine Snowflakes 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [ 166066 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/166066s.jpg)
![Peaceful Garden 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Glimmer Paper [ 165929 ] Peaceful Garden 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Glimmer Paper [ 165929 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/165929s.jpg)
![Window Sheets [ 142314 ] Window Sheets [ 142314 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/142314s.jpg)
![Winter Scenes Cling Stamp Set (English) [ 166088 ] Winter Scenes Cling Stamp Set (English) [ 166088 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/166088s.jpg)
![Jet Black Stāzon Ink Pad [ 101406 ] Jet Black Stāzon Ink Pad [ 101406 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/101406s.jpg)
![Old Olive Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [ 154892 ] Old Olive Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [ 154892 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/154892s.jpg)
![Crumb Cake Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [ 154882 ] Crumb Cake Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [ 154882 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/154882s.jpg)
![Pool Party Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [ 154894 ] Pool Party Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [ 154894 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/154894s.jpg)
![Smoky Slate Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [ 154904 ] Smoky Slate Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [ 154904 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/154904s.jpg)
![Small Blending Brushes [ 160518 ] Small Blending Brushes [ 160518 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/160518s.jpg)
![Cloud Cover Classic Stampin' Ink Refill [ 165279 ] Cloud Cover Classic Stampin' Ink Refill [ 165279 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/165279s.jpg)
![Misty Moonlight Classic Stampin' Pad [ 153118 ] Misty Moonlight Classic Stampin' Pad [ 153118 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/153118s.jpg)
![Clear Wink Of Stella Glitter Brush [ 141897 ] Clear Wink Of Stella Glitter Brush [ 141897 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/141897s.jpg)
![Everyday Arches Dies [ 164629 ] Everyday Arches Dies [ 164629 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/164629s.jpg)
![Balmy Blue 1/2" (1.3 Cm) Sheer Ribbon [ 165767 ] Balmy Blue 1/2" (1.3 Cm) Sheer Ribbon [ 165767 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/165767s.jpg)
![Mini Stampin' Dimensionals [ 144108 ] Mini Stampin' Dimensionals [ 144108 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/144108s.jpg)

![Secret Sea 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 165624 ] Secret Sea 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 165624 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/165624s.jpg)
![Flower Garden Foils 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Paper [ 165511 ] Flower Garden Foils 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Paper [ 165511 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/165511s.jpg)
![Delicate Pines Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) [ 166067 ] Delicate Pines Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) [ 166067 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/166067s.jpg)
![Versamark Pad [ 102283 ] Versamark Pad [ 102283 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/102283s.jpg)
![Basics Wow! Embossing Powder [ 165679 ] Basics Wow! Embossing Powder [ 165679 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/165679s.jpg)

![Cloud Cover 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 165621 ] Cloud Cover 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 165621 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/165621s.jpg)
![2024–2026 In Color™ Glimmer 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Paper [ 163771 ] 2024–2026 In Color™ Glimmer 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Paper [ 163771 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/163771s.jpg)
![Delicate Pines Dies [ 166073 ] Delicate Pines Dies [ 166073 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/166073s.jpg)
![Snowy Delights Dies [ 165807 ] Snowy Delights Dies [ 165807 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/165807s.jpg)
![Lost Lagoon Soft Cording [ 164938 ] Lost Lagoon Soft Cording [ 164938 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/164938s.jpg)

![Early Espresso 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 119686 ] Early Espresso 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 119686 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/119686s.jpg)
![Mini Glue Dots [ 103683 ] Mini Glue Dots [ 103683 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/103683s.jpg)

![Textured Notes Dies [ 165555 ] Textured Notes Dies [ 165555 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/165555s.jpg)
![Shaded Spruce 1/2" (1.3 Cm) Satin & Sheer Ribbon [ 164224 ] Shaded Spruce 1/2" (1.3 Cm) Satin & Sheer Ribbon [ 164224 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/164224s.jpg)
![Gold Twisted Thread [ 164603 ] Gold Twisted Thread [ 164603 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/164603s.jpg)

![Cherry Cobbler 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 119685 ] Cherry Cobbler 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 119685 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/119685s.jpg)
![Gathering Together 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper [ 165969 ] Gathering Together 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper [ 165969 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/165969s.jpg)
![Nature's Sweetness 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper [ 162616 ] Nature's Sweetness 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper [ 162616 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/162616s.jpg)
![Christmas Greenery Dies [ 165872 ] Christmas Greenery Dies [ 165872 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/165872s.jpg)
![Traditional Labels Dies [ 165864 ] Traditional Labels Dies [ 165864 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/165864s.jpg)
![Cherry Cobbler & Gold 1/4" (6.4 Mm) Satin Ribbon [ 164028 ] Cherry Cobbler & Gold 1/4" (6.4 Mm) Satin Ribbon [ 164028 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/164028s.jpg)