Nativity Christmas Card with a Detachable Ornament | Pixie Pust Designs

Today, I’m sharing a special project featuring a unique Christmas card that doubles as a keepsake ornament! This card is not only a beautiful greeting but also an ornament for your recipient to hang on their Christmas tree, making it a delightful holiday surprise. Let’s take a closer look at the products I used and the creative steps behind this dual-purpose card.

CARD RECIPE

Hexagon and Nativity Ornament Add-On Die Bundle - Dies

Gingy Dress Up Stamp Set - for the sentiment

Cardstock - in various colors

Vellum - Background

VersaFine ONYX BLACK Ink - ink

Red ribbon - for the bow

Silver cord - for hanging

Prima Glitter - Star

The main feature of this card is the Nativity scene ornament, created using the Hexagon and Nativity Ornament Add-On Die Bundle. I loved how this die set allowed me to craft a detailed silhouette of Mary, Joseph, and baby Jesus within the stable. The hexagonal shape brings a modern touch to this classic holiday scene, and it works beautifully as both a card focal point and a tree ornament.

To keep the ornament thin enough for easy mailing, I used fewer layers than a typical standalone ornament, ensuring it remains lightweight while still having a finished look.

Step-by-Step Process:

1. Die-Cutting the Ornament: Hexagon and Nativity Ornament Add-On Die Bundle dies, I cut out the main frames for the ornament. For the layered look, I trimmed the tabs from the baby Jesus layer, then stacked and glued the layers together to add depth without bulk.

2. Adding a Sentiment: The sentiment "From Our House to Yours" from the Gingy Dress Up Stamp Set was stamped in VersaFine ONYX BLACK Ink onto a vellum layer. I chose this sentiment because it beautifully captures the spirit of sharing love and peace with family and friends during the holiday season. Be sure to let the ink dry completely on vellum to avoid smudging.

3. Assembly: I adhered the vellum layer with the sentiment to the back of the hexagon Nativity scene, centering it for a soft, diffused background effect. After trimming the vellum to match the hexagon shape, I added another die-cut layer behind it to create a polished back. For a clean finish on the front, I attached the hexagon frame from the Hexagon Ornament Die set, and sandwiched the silver cord in between layers for a secure hanging loop.

4. Ornament Details: To add a touch of sparkle, I applied glue to the star and sprinkled it with Prisma fine glitter, adding a subtle, festive shimmer. The silver cord was threaded through the top, and a red bow was added for an extra holiday touch. The ornament is attached to the card base with a glue dot, making it easy to detach for hanging on the Christmas tree.

5. Final Touches: The completed ornament is ready to be displayed on a card that transforms into a cherished Christmas decoration. By making this ornament detachable, the card offers a gift within a gift, creating a joyful surprise that can be enjoyed year after year.

One of the best parts of this card is that after receiving it, the recipient can remove the ornament and hang it on their tree. This card design not only brings joy in the moment but also creates a lasting memory that can be cherished each year.

Thank you for joining me as I shared this Nativity ornament card! I hope this project inspires you to create heartfelt, dual-purpose cards for the season. Until next time... Happy Crafting!

Ilda 🌟

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