Funny Christmas Coffee Card | Featuring Unity Stamp’s Don’t Cluck With My Coffee Set

Some mornings during the holidays, I find myself needing just one more cup before I can even think about decking the halls or humming along to Christmas music. That little bit of caffeine seems to turn my “bah humbug” into “fa la la.” So when I pulled out the Don’t Cluck With My Coffee stamp set from Unity Stamp Company, I couldn’t help but laugh. The sassy chicken holding her steaming cup of coffee perfectly summed up that pre-coffee holiday mood, and I knew she had to star in a funny Christmas card. This card is a playful reminder that not every holiday creation has to sparkle with elegance—sometimes, laughter and a cup of coffee make the best combination.

Funny Christmas Coffee Card | Featuring Unity Stamp’s Don’t Cluck With My Coffee Set

A Coffee-Loving Christmas Mood

There’s something I love about creating cards that make people smile before they even open them. The Don’t Cluck With My Coffee stamp set captures that lighthearted humor so perfectly—it’s ideal for sending a little cheer to your coffee-loving friends this Christmas. I stamped the image of the coffee-clutching chicken onto Neenah Ultra Thick Cardstock using Memento Tuxedo Black Ink. This combo gives a clean, crisp impression that holds up beautifully when coloring with alcohol markers.

For coloring, I reached for my Triblend Markers, layering warm browns and rich reds to bring the image to life. Her expression says it all—she’s not decking any halls until that cup is empty! To make her really stand out, I added highlights with my Posca Extra Fine Metal Tip White Paint Pen, which gives that extra pop of detail on her hair rollers, glasses, and cup.

Pro Tip: When coloring detailed stamps like this one, keep your marker layers light at first. Build up your depth slowly, especially around the face and feathers, to keep the colors vibrant without bleeding.

Layering for a Polished Design

Once the coloring was done, I wanted to frame her in a way that felt both festive and cozy. I die-cut the image with a Deckle Edge A2 Rectangle Die, which adds just the right amount of texture without overwhelming the design. Then I used the same die set to cut a larger panel from Briar Rose Cardstock, creating a soft, rosy border that complements the warm tones in the image.

Layering the two together with foam adhesive gave the card that bit of dimension that I think makes handmade cards feel extra special. It’s those small raised layers that help a card look more polished and professional.

Pro Tip: When layering panels, line up one edge first before pressing down completely—this keeps your layers perfectly straight and saves your foam adhesive from getting stuck in the wrong spot.

Mixing Patterns for Visual Interest

Patterned paper can really set the tone of a card, and for this design, I wanted something that echoed the coffee theme without taking away from the focal image. I reached for the Coffee Shop 6x6 Paper Pad—a collection full of soft florals, plaid, and coffee-inspired prints that pair beautifully.

I used three coordinating patterns: a floral print for the background, a dark blue plaid for contrast, and a strip of coffee signage to tie everything together. Layering these patterns gave the card a cozy, café-inspired feel, almost like our sassy little chicken was standing in her kitchen, sipping coffee and humming Christmas tunes—just not quite ready to “fa la la” yet.

Pro Tip: When combining multiple patterned papers, vary the scale of your prints—pair small florals with bold plaids or text designs. It keeps the layers balanced and the eye moving naturally across the card.

The Sentiment That Says It All

Of course, the sentiment seals the deal: “One more cup… then maybe I’ll fa la la.” It’s cheeky, seasonal, and downright relatable. I stamped it onto a scrap of Neenah Ultra Thick Cardstock and die-cut it using one of the label dies from the Labels by Tim Holtz Thinlits Set.

The clean, crisp white label breaks up the patterned background just enough to draw your eye to the sentiment without stealing the spotlight from that hilariously caffeinated chicken. A few clear rhinestones sprinkled around the focal panel added just the right amount of sparkle for the season—nothing over the top, just a subtle shimmer that catches the light.

Finishing Touches and Takeaways

This project reminded me that holiday cardmaking doesn’t always have to mean glitter, gold foil, and snowflakes. Sometimes, the best designs come from a place of humor and heart. A funny sentiment, a cup of coffee, and a charming image can create a handmade card that feels personal, warm, and oh-so-relatable.

If you’re looking for a way to stand out this Christmas, try incorporating humor into your designs. It’s a great way to connect with friends and family—and who doesn’t love a good laugh in the middle of holiday chaos?

And remember: if you’re feeling more “meh” than “merry” this season, grab your favorite stamp set, pour a hot cup of coffee, and spend an hour crafting something that makes you smile. You’ll be surprised at how much joy a simple card can bring—both to you and the person who receives it.

Thanks for dropping by today I hope that you found a little spark of creative inspiration with my project today. Wondering what I used in this project? Everything is linked to multiple sources in the thumbnails in the Materials Used section, or in the text below. Compensated affiliate links used when possible.

Materials Used:

Here you will find the list of supplies that I used to create today's card. All supplies are linked to supply sources below. Compensated affiliate links may be used at no cost to you.

Happy Crafting,

Rick Adkins

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