Timeless Traditions of Christmas Crafting

There’s something truly special about Christmas projects that feel timeless, and the Traditions of Christmas Suite from Stampin’ Up! captures that classic holiday charm beautifully. With rich reds and greens, elegant florals, and versatile labels, this collection makes it easy to create cards, tags, gift packaging, and more that feel both traditional and heartfelt, and instantly feels like Christmas the moment you start crafting.

The Traditional Labels Bundle is a standout you’ll reach for again and again, not just during the holidays. With a mix of Christmas and all-occasion greetings and coordinating label dies in several sizes and designs, it’s perfect for stamping a sentiment and quickly cutting it out for polished cards, gift tags, and labels, especially when you’re making multiples.

The Traditions of Christmas 12″ x 12″ Specialty Designer Series Paper ties everything together with classic poinsettias and Christmas florals in traditional reds and greens, accented with touches of gold foil. The double-sided designs work beautifully for cards, scrapbooking, and gift projects, and the color palette pairs effortlessly with many Stampin’ Up! favorites.

For the florals, I used the Christmas Greenery Bundle, which includes poinsettias and greenery, all designed for Two-Step Stampin’ for added depth and dimension. The Christmas Greenery Stamp Set is available, but the Christmas Greenery Dies are out of stock and not expected to return as the Christmas catalog is retiring. I still wanted to share these projects. Many of you already have this bundle, and if not, the images are easy to fussy cut and work perfectly for these designs.

To finish everything off, I added a few festive details that really make these projects shine. The Real Red 1/2″ Shiny Ribbon adds a pop of color with a subtle iridescent shimmer, and a sprinkle of Traditional Sparkling Sequins adds just the right touch of sparkle.

What I love most about this suite is how effortlessly all the pieces work together to create a cohesive, classic Christmas look. Whether you’re making holiday cards, gift tags, or special keepsakes, it’s a suite you’ll enjoy pulling out year after year. If you have questions or need help choosing supplies, I’m always happy to help.

I’ll have another post later this week featuring the coordinating Keeping Traditions Stamp Set along with the Traditions of Christmas Specialty Designer Series Paper & Sticker Sheet, and that will be my final post of the year. I hope you have a wonderful holiday season filled with quality time with family and friends. Thank you so much for being here and crafting along with me this year. Happy crafting, my friends!


Get an Up-Close Look at the Traditions of Christmas Suite and Craft Along with Me

Visit the Christie Crafts YouTube channel for a video tutorial featuring the Traditions of Christmas Suite products and craft this card along with me. This collection’s classic colors and florals make Christmas creating easy and joyful. Below are a few project ideas to inspire your holiday crafting.

And while you’re there, don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss a new tutorial!

Watch on YouTube!

Traditions of Christmas Card Inspiration

Inspiration: Judi Baca

The card above features layered die-cut elements from the Peace on Earth Dies.

Inspiration: Leonie Stuart
Inspiration: Nancy Hoetker

Mini Greetings with Traditional Christmas

The Traditional Christmas products are perfect for creating multiples, especially during the busy holiday season. I used them to make a batch of adorable gift tags, and they came together quickly and easily thanks to the product coordination and classic designer paper. Whether you’re making stacks of cards or a pile of tags for gift wrapping, this suite makes it simple to create beautiful, cohesive projects without spending hours at your craft table.

I hope these projects inspire you to explore the Traditions of Christmas Suite for yourself. It’s one of those collections that instantly sparks creativity and brings a classic holiday feel to life.

Be on the lookout for another post later this week featuring coordinating Keeping Traditions products. If you create something with these products, I’d love to see it! And if you’d like a more detailed tutorial or have any questions, feel free to email me at christie.king@gmail.com or leave a comment below!

And don’t forget to subscribe to my weekly Christie Crafts Newsletter for more inspiration, project ideas, and the latest Stampin’ Up! news. Happy crafting, my friends!


Do you love paper crafting as much as I do? Whether you’re knee-deep in cardstock every weekend or just getting started, joining Stampin’ Up! as a Demonstrator might be the best next step. I joined for the discount—and stayed for the friendships, inspiration, and fun! ❤

Join Us!

Once you join, you’ll get at least a 20% discount on all of your Stampin’ Up! purchases, invitations to Demonstrator only events, and the ability to place orders from upcoming catalogs and promotions in advance!

We welcome all types of Demonstrators from those only join to get the discount for themselves to those who want to run a business!  We’re a relaxed group that loves to create with no pressure to sell!

There is absolutely never any obligation or penalty if you decide being a Demonstrator isn’t for you—so why not give it a try? We have fun Facebook groups where we chat, share creative ideas, and support one another. Plus, we host virtual gatherings, training sessions, and even offer occasional giveaways just for our team. It’s a welcoming space full of inspiration and encouragement!

Email me christie.king@gmail.com if you have any questions. You can also see more information about the benefits of becoming a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator HERE.

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Welcome to Christie Crafts!

Hi, I’m Christie—lover of all things crafty! I’ve been creating for as long as I can remember, but my heart is especially in paper crafts, cardmaking, and scrapbooking. For the past two years, I’ve been a proud Stampin’ Up! demonstrator, using their high-quality products to make crafting both easy and fun.

You can find my handmade greeting cards at Baxter’s Mercantile in downtown Columbia, Tennessee, my beautiful home town!

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