Clean and Simple Christmas Cards with the One Line Santa Stamp Set

Every once in a while, I stumble across a technique online that makes me stop what I’m doing and head straight for the craft desk. That’s exactly what happened with this project! I found a clever foiling hack that uses POPs of Color instead of toner liquid—yes, you read that right—and I just had to give it a try. The best part? You can use it with any stamp set or stencil in your stash. For today’s cards, I reached for The Rabbit Hole Designs’ new One Line Santa Stamp Set, paired it with the Modern Luxury 6x6 Stencil, and finished things off with the elegant Diamond District Layering/Nesting Dies. The result is a trio of clean and simple Christmas cards that shine beautifully without needing fancy foiling products or special toner paper.

Clean and Simple Christmas Cards with the One Line Santa Stamp Set

A Simple Solution for Shiny Results

If you’ve ever wanted that professional, foiled look on your handmade cards but don’t have toner ink or a laser printer, this technique might be your new best friend. I’ve always loved adding foil accents to my holiday designs, but traditional foiling can sometimes feel like a chore—especially when you’re batch-making Christmas cards. This method uses POPs of Color (the darker shades work best), Deco Foil, and a Minc Machine to achieve a flawless, shiny finish.

The secret is in the POPs of Color. When applied generously over a stamp or stencil and allowed to dry just enough before foiling, it creates a perfect adhesive surface that bonds beautifully under heat. The end result is crisp, vibrant foiling that looks like it came straight from a specialty print shop—but you created it right at your craft table.

Pro Tip: With your stamps and stencils, apply the POPs of Colors with a dome foam blending tool in heavy, even layers. Too little product can cause your details to blur when foiled, and cause your stamps or stencil to stick to your paper.

Design One: Classic Kraft with Golden Foil

For the first design, I kept things simple and elegant using the One Line Santa Stamp Set and the Diamond District Dies. I stamped the Santa image in a darker POPs of Color and ran it through my Minc with gold Deco Foil. The shine against the kraft cardstock is timeless—it reminds me of old-fashioned wrapping paper with just a hint of luxury.

To tie everything together, I used the Diamond District Dies for that clean pierced border detail. It’s subtle but adds just enough texture to frame the design. I finished it off with white highlights using my Posca Extra Fine Paint Marker—a quick way to make foil pop even more against a neutral background.

Design Two: Modern Green Glow

The second card is where things took a more modern turn. I paired the Modern Luxury 6x6 Stencil with the same Santa image, this time foiling the upper half with green Deco Foil for a luxe geometric look. The contrast between the shiny foil and the kraft base gave it a fun art-deco vibe that felt fresh for the holidays.

Here’s a little behind-the-scenes moment: I wasn’t sure the green foil would work over kraft—I thought it might look too dark—but once it came out of the Minc, I was hooked. It’s vibrant, rich, and feels surprisingly classy. I used a few of the leftover foiled diamond shapes from my die cuts as embellishments, which added dimension without cluttering the design.

Pro Tip: When experimenting with colored foils, test a small section first. Kraft tends to mute tones slightly, so metallics often look more sophisticated and subtle than you’d expect.

Design Three: Red Foil and “No Peeking"

For the last card, I couldn’t resist going with classic red foil. I used the same stencil-and-die combo but changed the sentiment to “No Peeking,” keeping the playful Christmas theme alive. The red foil against kraft instantly gave me cozy holiday vibes—it’s a combination that feels nostalgic and warm, like old holiday packaging or Santa’s workshop labels.

To finish this design, I added a few of the left over die cut bits for a bit of sparkle. They catch the light beautifully without stealing the spotlight from the foiled details. I love that each of these cards feels cohesive as a set but still has its own personality.

Final Thoughts and Takeaways

What I love most about this technique is that it makes foiling accessible to everyone. You don’t need toner liquid, special mediums, or laser prints—just a little creativity and some POPs of Color. Whether you’re a seasoned cardmaker or just getting started, this hack opens up a whole new world of possibilities for your stamps and stencils.

All of my card fronts were made using 110 lb kraft cardstock, and I mounted them onto Neenah Ultra Thick A2 card bases for a sturdy finish. Each design came together quickly, making this method perfect for batch-making holiday cards or adding elegant foil touches to everyday projects.

So if you’ve been hesitant to try foiling, this might be your sign to give it a go. It’s easy, it’s fun, and the results are stunning. I can’t wait to keep experimenting with this trick on more projects.

Until next time, happy crafting—and may your holidays shine just as bright as your cards.

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Happy Crafting,

Rick Adkins

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