Altenew Academy · Online Class
Modern Holiday Cardmaking Online Cardmaking Class
- Lessons
- 6 lessons
- Level
- Beginner
- Format
- Self-paced · Lifetime virtual access
Description
It is that time of the year, time to start getting holiday cards ready for loved ones! We are thrilled to be featuring our brand new holiday designs in this class, filled with great ideas to get your holiday cards started. Follow along with each class lesson with our instructor Nancy McClelland for a modern twist on your holiday projects!
Instructor: Nancy McClelland (Altenew Educator)
Class Features:
- 6 in-depth, step by step video tutorials with exclusive projects
- This is an independent class: sign up for the class and enjoy the lesson at your convenience!
- Inspiration filled high-quality project photos
- Enjoy exclusive class contents whenever, wherever, and how many times you'd like!
Class Supplies can be found HERE.
Featured Products:
- Modern Poinsettia Stamp Set
- Birch Impressionism Stamp Set
- Believe Stamp Set
- Holiday Bow Stamp Set
- Happy Holidays Stamp Set
- Festive Foliage Stamp Set
- Brilliant Baubles Stamp Set
- Everlasting Happiness Stamp Set
- Modern Poinsettia Die
- Birch Impressionism Die Set
- Layered Snowflake Die Set
- Doodled Dots Cover Die
- Create-A-Wreath Die Set
- Leafy Wreath Die
- Peaceful Wreath Die Set
- Holiday Bow Die Set
- Festive Foliage Die Set
- Starry Night Die Set
- Candy Cane Stripe Cover Die
- Brilliant Baubles Die Set
- Halftone Circles Nesting Die Set
- Antique Gold Pigment Ink
- Permanent Black Crisp Ink
- Silver Stone Crisp Dye Ink
- Industrial Diamond Crisp Dye Ink
- Frayed Leaf Crisp Dye Ink
- Embossing Ink
- Dew Drops Crisp Dye Ink
- Rubellite Crisp Dye Ink
- Moon Rock Crisp Dye Ink
- Coral Bliss Crisp Dye Ink
- Heart Beat Crisp Dye Ink
- Vineyard Berry Crisp Dye Ink
- Olive Crisp Dye Ink
- Fresh Lemon Crisp Dye Ink
- Jet Black Crisp Dye Ink
- Crystal Clear Crisp Embossing Powder
- Antique Silver Crisp Embossing Powder
- Antique Gold Crisp Embossing Powder
- Classic Crest Solar White (80lb)
- Jet Black Cardstock
- Lavender Fields Cardstock
- Essential Black & White 6x6 Paper Pack
- Vellum Translucent Paper
- Gold Foil Cardstock
- Real Gray Cardstock
- Velvet Cardstock
- Forest Glades Cardstock
- Gold Mirror Cardstock
- Frayed Leaf Cardstock
- Silver Foil Cardstock
- New Day Card Kit Enamel Dots
- Gold Cord
- Die Cut Machine
- Adhesive
- Foam tape
- Embossing Buddy/Powder/Cornstarch
- Heat Gun
- Water brush or Paintbrush
- Paper Trimmer
- Scissors
- Various Circle Dies (2.5 & 2.75)
Lifetime access
Revisit every lesson, forever.
Downloadable resources
Printable instructions
Community
Share work in the student gallery.
About this class
Give Holiday Cards a Modern Twist
What you'll learn
- Design chic holiday cards using non-traditional color palettes and contemporary layouts.
- Combine modern graphic geometric stamps with traditional festive holiday icons.
- Add sleek metallic accents and heat embossing to elevate simple holiday cards.
- Batch-produce modern holiday cards efficiently during the busy gifting season.
- Frame holiday sentiments using clean white space and minimalist floral branches.
- Craft unique, stylish Christmas and holiday cards that stand out in the mail.
How it works
Your creative journey at Altenew Academy
A simple, supportive path from first lesson to finished masterpiece.
Enroll instantly
Pick your class, check out in seconds, and get lifetime virtual access.
Watch & learn
Stream crisp HD video lessons taught by top papercraft artists. Pause, rewind, go at your pace.
Create with confidence
Follow printable guides, color maps, and cut files as you craft alongside each lesson.
Share your work
Post your finished projects in the student gallery and celebrate with fellow makers.
Your instructor
Learn from the best
Discover the mentor behind your learning journey — sharing knowledge, guiding your growth, and helping you succeed every step of the way.
Nancy McClelland
Educator - Altenew Academy
Nancy McClelland is Altenew’s first Certified Educator, known for her passionate teaching, innovative techniques, and stunning handmade cards.
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Modern Holiday Cardmaking Online Cardmaking Class
