I'm so excited to share this mixed media Christmas card project with you today! While I'm using stamps and stencils from the Stampers Anonymous Christmas Curations, I really want you to think about what you already have in your own collection. These layered background techniques are incredibly versatile and will work beautifully with any of your favorite stamps and stencils. We'll build a gorgeous festive background together using Distress Spray Stains, Distress Spritz, and Texture Paste, and I'll also share how I finished the card plus give you a couple of alternative ideas to make it your own.

Creating the Background

The magic of this project is in the layering! I started by stamping my images onto the background using waterproof ink—this is key because it allows the stamped images to stay crisp through all the wet media we'll be adding on top.

Next, I applied Distress Texture Paste through a stencil to add dimensional interest. Once that dried completely, I layered on Distress Spray Stains and Distress Spritz to build up rich, blended color. The combination of these products creates such beautiful depth and movement in the background.

To finish things off, I added some distress ink to the edges and white ink splatters for that perfect final touch—but you'll want to see exactly how I did all of this in the video!

Watch the Full Tutorial

Ready to see all the details, tips, and tricks? You can watch the complete tutorial in the video below, or head over to my YouTube channel [LINK] to check it out.

[VIDEO EMBED HERE]

I'd love to see your take on this project! Feel free to use whatever stamps, stencils, and colors you have in your stash to create your own version. Share your creations with me on social media or leave a comment below—I love seeing what you make!

Supplies

Below you'll find the supplies I used to create this card. When you shop through these links—whether you purchase that exact item or something else entirely—you're supporting me at no extra cost to you. The commission I receive helps me cover the costs of my blog and other expenses, and allows me to continue providing you with FREE inspiration and tutorials. If you want to learn more, you can see my full affiliate and product disclosure statement here. Thank you so much for your love and support!