Stamp It Group July 2025 Christmas in July Blog Hop

Long Time No See – Christmas in July Card

🎄 Welcome to the Stamp It Group Christmas in July Blog Hop! 🎄

We’re spreading some holiday cheer in the heat of summer by featuring handmade Christmas cards created with all current Stampin’ Up! products. I’m Linda Cullen from Massachusetts, USA, and you’ve landed on my blog, Crafty Stampin’.

At the bottom of this post, you’ll find a full list of the amazing Stamp It Group bloggers participating in today’s hop. Be sure to visit each one to see their festive creations—and don’t forget to leave a comment on every blog with the hashtag #stampitcontest for a chance to win the Birthday Sparkle Kit!

🎅 Handmade Christmas Card: Long Time No See

For my Christmas in July project, I made this adorable and easy handmade Christmas card featuring the Long Time No See Stamp Set and the Need for Tweed Designer Series Paper from Stampin’ Up!™

I know what you’re thinking—Need for Tweed doesn’t scream “Christmas,” but I think the cozy, textured vibe pairs perfectly with this wintery pup. And honestly? It works. 😉

The top panel is embossed with the Exposed Brick 3D Embossing Folder to add that rustic, homey touch—like your favorite holiday sweater, but for cardstock.

🖍️ Coloring with Stampin’ Blends Markers

I brought this festive pup to life using Stampin’ Up! Stampin’ Blends™ alcohol markers. These dual-tip markers are perfect for smooth, seamless coloring with a rich, professional finish.

Color Breakdown:

• Sweater: Old Olive, Lemon Lime Twist, Mossy Meadow, Cherry Cobbler, Real Red

• Fur/Body: Crumb Cake

• Ear Detail: Pecan Pie

The coordinated Stampin’ Up! color palette makes it easy to mix and match for a cohesive holiday card design every time.

✂️ Why This Card Works

• Beginner-friendly layout with a clean and classic design.

• Easily repeatable for mass production of holiday cards.

• Uses current Stampin’ Up! supplies—no hunting for retired products!

• Great way to stretch your stash (Need for Tweed isn’t a Christmas DSP, but here it totally plays the part.)

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💬 Don’t Forget to Enter the Giveaway!

Leave a comment below using the hashtag #stampitcontest for a chance to win the Birthday Sparkle Kit!

Then hop along to the next creative stop by clicking through the list below. Each blog post is packed with inspiration to help you get a head start on your handmade holiday crafting this year.

🎁 Happy Hopping—and Merry Christmas (in July)!

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Long Time No See Cards Shared

Here are other cards I shared with this same set, click on each picture to see the original post.  (This will update over time.)

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Crafty Stampin’ Specials

 

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Long Time No See Card Color Palette

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Long Time No See Card Supplies

Click on any photo below to purchase the product from my online store.