Hello Friends,
The brand-new Pinkfresh Studios Holiday Express Collection has just arrived in the ScrapbookPal store — and it’s packed with creativity! While this collection is perfect for festive, wintry scenes, today I’m excited to share how you can stretch it beyond the holidays. Instead of a seasonal card, I’ve created a versatile masculine card that works beautifully for birthdays, promotions, or even retirement.
This collection includes:
The main design features a charming express train crossing a tall bridge through rugged mountain terrain. The scene that feels both exciting and adventurous.
Step-by-Step Process
In today’s video tutorial, I walk you through the entire creative process:
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BetterPress / LetterPress Technique
Using the Holiday Express Press Plate, we start by pressing the detailed train and mountain bridge scene for a crisp, letterpress effect. -
Building the Background
With the first five stencils in the set of 8, I blend rich, natural grey tones to create a bold mountain backdrop. This step alone shows how versatile the stencil set can be when designing non-holiday landscapes. -
Layering the Trees
The last three stencils bring the forest to life! I add depth and color to the trees, which coordinate perfectly with the all-in-one die set, making them pop right off the card. -
Adding the Sentiment
To finish, I used the Pinkfresh Studios “Here for You” Press Plate Sentiment Set with coordinating dies. This gives the card a thoughtful message that’s perfect for a masculine all-occasion design.
Why This Card Works Beyond the Holidays
Even though the collection was designed with a holiday theme in mind, the mountains, forest, and train offer so many creative directions. By adjusting the colors and sentiment, you can create cards for men that feel adventurous, supportive, and celebratory—without a hint of seasonal flair.
Watch the Full Tutorial:
