36 Fast & Fabulous Christmas Cards | Paper Rose Sweet Christmas Treats

Rick Adkins
Oct 15
5 min read

Every year around this time, I find myself in the same situation — the holidays are creeping closer, and I realize I still need a stack of Christmas cards ready to mail. Sound familiar? It happens to the best of us! Between decorating, baking, and all the little festive moments, sitting down to make dozens of handmade cards can feel a little daunting. But this year, I found a total game changer: the Sweet Christmas Treats 6x8 Quick Cards Collection and Sweet Christmas Treats 6x8 Die Cuts & Sentiments from Paper Rose Studio. With these two packs (and a couple packs of A2 Top Fold White Card Bases), I made 36 Christmas cards — yes, 36! — that came together faster than I thought possible and still look polished and professional.

Christmas-themed cards with pink and green florals, festive scenes, and text like "Merry Christmas" and "Noel". Text: Sweet Christmas Treats.

The best part? Every single one looks different, even though they all coordinate beautifully.

36 Fast & Fabulous Christmas Cards | Paper Rose Sweet Christmas Treats

The Inspiration Behind These Cards

A collection of festive greeting cards with pink poinsettias, winter scenes, and "Merry Christmas" text. Soft pink and green tones.

I’ll be honest — what first caught my eye about the Sweet Christmas Treats collection were the colors. They’re soft and unexpected, mixing frosty pinks, mint greens, and candy-inspired details in the sweetest way. There’s a touch of nostalgia in the artwork — think gingerbread houses, cozy winter scenes, and poinsettias that look like they belong on vintage Christmas wrapping paper. I instantly knew I wanted to turn this entire collection into a big batch of cards that I could send, gift, or even bundle into sets for friends.

Three festive cards with snowy village scenes, pink hues. Text reads "Believe," "Merry Christmas to You," and "Merry Christmas." Cozy feel.

As much as I love layering stamps and coloring images, sometimes it’s nice to let the artwork do the heavy lifting. The Sweet Christmas Sweet Quick Cards Collection is designed exactly for that — printed panels in ready-to-use sizes with coordinating die cuts and sentiments that make cardmaking a breeze. I pulled out two packs of A2 Top Fold White Card Bases and got to work.

Holiday cards with pink winter scenes and snowmen. Text: "Happy Holidays," "Celebrate the Season," "Sparkle." Background: brick wall.

My Fast & Fabulous Formula

Three holiday cards with snowy window scenes, poinsettias, and festive messages: "peace on earth," "celebrate," and "happy holidays."

I’ve learned that when it comes to mass-producing holiday cards, the secret is to find a rhythm that balances speed with creativity. Here’s how I approached it: I started by sorting through all the quick card panels, grouping them into color families — pinks, greens, and neutrals. Then, I matched die cuts and sentiments that felt like they belonged together. It was almost like building little Christmas “stories” with each set — one card might feature a snowy village through a frosted window, while another has a tiered tray of sweet holiday treats.

Three holiday cards with festive designs: a sign, gingerbread house, and snow scene. Text: Joy, Happy Holidays, Christmas Wishes. Cozy mood.

Once I had everything grouped, I added just a touch of sparkle using the Crystal Clear Embellishment Mix. It’s amazing how a few clear gems can make your cards look so finished. I always say, “If you think your card might need something more, add sparkle — but not too much.”

Three Christmas cards with gingerbread houses and candy designs. Texts read "NOEL," "LOVE," and "hohoho." Set against a brick background.

Pro Tip: When mass producing, work in batches — trim all your panels first, then add die cuts to all cards, and finally embellish. It keeps your desk neater and your creative flow smoother.

Three festive greeting cards featuring gnome patterns and pink accents, displaying messages like "Winter Wishes" and "Merry Christmas."

The Finished Look

Three festive cards with pink and white gnome designs, gingerbread houses, and text saying "Happy Holidays," "peace on earth," and "hohoho."

What I love most about this project is that even though all 36 cards came from the same collection, each one feels unique. Some feature soft pastel backgrounds with whimsical gnomes, others have warm gingerbread tones and cozy cottages, and a few spotlight classic Christmas florals like poinsettias and winter greenery. The Sweet Christmas Treats 6x8" Die Cuts & Sentiments added just the right mix of dimension and charm without needing complicated techniques or extra supplies.

Three festive greeting cards with Christmas-themed designs: hot chocolate, candy canes, teapot, poinsettias, and text like Merry Christmas.

Each card has a personality of its own — some feel nostalgic, some modern, but all coordinate perfectly. The Crystal Clear Embellishment Mix catches the light just enough to make each card sparkle when you tilt it, like freshly fallen snow.

Three festive cards with pink Christmas trees, striped patterns. Text: "'Tis the Season," "celebrate," "cheers." Brick background.

Why This Project Works for Busy Crafters

If you’ve ever wanted to make a big batch of cards but didn’t know where to start, this project is proof that it doesn’t have to be stressful. With the Sweet Christmas Treats Quick Cards Collection, you can easily create a cohesive set of handmade cards in a single afternoon. The artwork is already stunning, so you don’t have to spend hours stamping, coloring, or layering — it’s all about quick assembly and a few thoughtful details.

Greeting cards with gingerbread houses, gnomes, and candy on a pink background. Text reads "peace" and "sending lots of love." Festive mood.

This is a great approach whether you’re making cards to send out, selling them at a holiday market, or just trying to get ahead of the Christmas rush. Personally, I love keeping a few extra sets on hand for teacher gifts or last-minute surprises. There’s just something special about giving a stack of handmade cards tied with ribbon — it feels personal and heartfelt, even if it didn’t take weeks to make.

Three festive cards with pine tree patterns and pastel green tones. Each card has a Christmas tree design and words: "celebrate" or "merry".

Final Thoughts

Three decorative holiday cards featuring pink flowers, tiered treats, and text saying "LOVE" and "MERRY Christmas" against a textured wall.

This project reminded me why I fell in love with cardmaking in the first place — it’s creative, relaxing, and totally doable no matter how busy the season gets. Using a cohesive collection like Paper Rose Studio’s Sweet Christmas Treats takes away the guesswork so you can focus on what really matters: sharing a little handmade joy.

Assorted Christmas-themed cards with pink and green floral designs, poinsettias, and festive text like "Merry Christmas" and "Noel."

If you’d like to see exactly how I made all 36 cards, be sure to watch the full video tutorial where I walk through the designs and share more time-saving tricks for batch cardmaking. I think you’ll be amazed at how quickly you can create something that looks this good.

36 Fast & Fabulous Christmas Cards | Paper Rose Sweet Christmas Treats Video Tutorial:

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Materials Used:

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Happy Crafting,

Rick Adkins

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