Santa’s Coming to Town: One Line Christmas Card with Foil & Sparkle

Who’s ready to add a little shimmer to their Christmas crafting? I’ve always believed that a touch of foil can make even the simplest card design feel magical—and this one-line Santa card from The Rabbit Hole Designs proves it! I love how this project combines modern line art with classic Christmas charm, all wrapped up in layers of red, gold, and sparkle. And the best part? It’s one of those designs that looks like it took forever, but really comes together quickly once you have your supplies ready.

Santa’s Coming to Town: One Line Christmas Card with Foil & Sparkle

Clean Lines Meet Christmas Magic

I started this card by stamping the One Line Santa Stamp Set onto a piece of Neenah Classic Crest Solar White 80 lb Cardstock using Versafine Nocturne Ink. There’s just something about this whimsical Santa that makes me smile—it’s playful but still perfectly festive. To give the stamped lines a little shine and dimension, I added clear embossing powder and heat set it. This not only keeps your ink from smudging when you color but also gives those outlines a subtle raised look that catches the light beautifully.

For coloring, I reached for my TriBlend Brush Markers. These are great when you want smooth blends without the guesswork—especially on smaller images like this one. I kept my palette classic: deep reds, soft grays, and a touch of blush on Santa’s cheeks. It’s amazing how just a few colors can bring a simple line drawing to life.

Pro Tip: Heat embossing before coloring is a game-changer. It keeps those fine details crisp and adds a professional finish that makes your images pop.

Foil Frames That Shine

Once Santa was ready, it was time to give him a stage! I used the Diamond District Layering/Nesting Dies to cut out my main panel. I love this die set for its clean, geometric lines—it’s elegant but still modern. Then, I created a frame from the Retro Christmas 6x6 Pattern Paper. The red and white design has such a fun vintage feel and instantly ties the whole card together.

Behind that patterned frame, I added gold foil cardstock, and behind Santa’s panel, I layered red foil cardstock. The combination gives this card such rich dimension—every layer catches the light in its own way. If you’re like me and can’t resist a bit of sparkle during the holidays, this is such an easy trick to make your cards feel extra special.

Pro Tip: When layering foiled cardstock, use thin foam tape between layers to keep the shine visible from different angles without adding bulk.

Sentiment & Sparkle Finishes

For the sentiment, I couldn’t resist using “Santa’s coming to town.” It’s cheerful, classic, and fits perfectly with this playful image. To finish things off, I added a few red rhinestones for sparkle and used my Posca Extra Fine White Paint Pen to add highlights to Santa’s suit and beard. Finally, I brushed on a bit of Rock Candy Glitter to the white areas of his hat and gloves. The subtle glitter catches the light beautifully and gives just the right amount of frosty texture.

This is where I always slow down and enjoy those finishing touches. I still remember the first time I discovered how much difference a tiny white highlight can make—it’s like watching a flat image suddenly spring to life. Those little details are the heart of handmade.

A Card That Shines Bright

In the end, this card is everything I love about Christmas crafting: clean design, vibrant color, and a little touch of magic. The One Line Santa image is playful and modern, while the Retro Christmas Paper and foiled accents bring that warm nostalgic charm. Whether you’re making cards for friends, family, or just adding to your stash, this design is a great reminder that sometimes simple can be stunning.

So if you’ve been looking for a way to make your holiday cards sparkle without spending hours on them, this one-line Santa design might be your new favorite go-to. With a bit of foil, a few rhinestones, and a sprinkle of glitter—you’ve got yourself a card that truly shines.

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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