🎄💜 Elegant Purple Christmas Cards – A Non-Traditional Holiday Twist! ✨
Updated: Feb 28, 2025
💜 Who says Christmas cards have to be red and green? NOT ME! 💜🎄
While traditional colors will always have a place at the holiday table, sometimes you need a bold, unexpected twist to make your handmade cards truly unforgettable!
And what better way to shake up your holiday crafting than with a STUNNING mix of deep Blackberry Bliss, soft Fresh Freesia, shimmering gold accents, and lush greenery?!
These purple and green holiday cards are next-level elegant, totally unique, and PROOF that non-traditional colors can be JUST as festive as the classics! ✨
💡 What’s Inside This Blog?
I know you love a good step-by-step tutorial, but since this design was part of a paid workshop, I won’t be sharing exact measurements. BUT! You’re still leaving here with:
✔ The full supply list so you can recreate the look!
✔ Expert color combos to inspire your next holiday cards!
✔ Pro Tips to take your designs to the next level!
So, if you’re ready to craft outside the Christmas color box, let’s do this! 🎨✨
Why Purple for Christmas? Because It’s STUNNING!
Purple isn’t just for Halloween—it’s a holiday POWER MOVE!
💜 Blackberry Bliss – Deep, rich, and packed with drama!
💜 Fresh Freesia – Soft, magical, and dreamy!
💚 Garden Green – A perfect pop of holiday freshness!
✨ Gold Accents – Because a little sparkle makes EVERYTHING better!
Together, these colors create a sophisticated, festive vibe that’s cozy, elegant, and just plain WOW.
💡 Pro Tip: Want a softer look? Swap Blackberry Bliss for Highland Heather or add Shimmery White embellishments for extra winter magic!
✂️ Must-Have Supplies for These Elegant Purple Christmas Cards
REGAL WINTER 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 CM) DESIGNER SERIES PAPER 
GOLD FOIL 
GRACEFUL GREENERY VELLUM 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 CM) SPECIALTY DESIGNER SERIES PAPER
✔ Regal Winter DSP – The perfect patterned paper backdrop!
✔ Graceful Greenery Vellum Specialty DSP – For delicate sprigs & leaves!
✔ Gold Foil Sheets – Because gold is NEVER optional!
DECKLED CIRCLE DIES 
POINSTETTA PETALS 
PEACEFUL SEASON BUNDLE (ENGLISH)
✔ GOLDEN GREENERY DIES – The secret to cutting STUNNING vellum leaves!
✔ Poinsettia Petals Dies – For floral elegance & festive accents!
✔ Deckled Circle Dies– To create layered focal points!
✔ Peaceful Season Stamp – A beautiful holiday sentiment!
FRESH FREESIA 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK 
BLACKBERRY BLISS 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK 
WHITE WILLOW
✔ Blackberry Bliss Cardstock – A luxurious, deep-toned base!
✔ White Willow Cardstock – A crisp, clean contrast!
✔ Fresh Freesia Cardstock – For that dreamy, soft touch!
BLACKBERRY BLISS CLASSIC STAMPIN' PAD 
FRESH FREESIA CLASSIC STAMPIN' PAD
✔ Blackberry Bliss & Fresh Freesia Classic Stampin' Pads – To add color & definition
✔ Cherry Cobbler & Pearl Adhesive-Backed Berries – Because details matter!
✔ Basic crafting supplies: Adhesives, glue, foam tape, paper trimmer, sponge daubers
How to Elevate Your Christmas Color Game
Not sure how to use non-traditional colors in your cards? Here’s how to make them pop:
✔ Use deep shades (like Blackberry Bliss or Shaded Spruce) as your card base
✔ Pair with lighter accents (Fresh Freesia, Highland Heather, Soft Sea Foam) for contrast
✔ Add metallic foils (Gold, Silver, Iridescent) to keep the look festive
✔ Layer die-cuts & ink edges for dimension & depth
💡 Pro Tip: When working with dark cardstock, heat emboss your sentiment in white or gold to make it stand out beautifully!
5 Stunning Non-Traditional Christmas Color Palettes! 🎨✨
If you love the idea of non-traditional holiday colors, here are 5 must-try color palettes using current Stampin’ Up! colors!
1️⃣ Frosted Fig & Forest ✨💜🌲
GORGEOUS GRAPE 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK 
SOFT SEA FOAM 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK 
MOSSY MEADOW 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK GOLD FOIL SHEETS
A stunning mix of deep, moody purples and rich greens—perfect for an elegant winter vibe!
✔ Gorgeous Grape – A deep, royal purple with a bold personality!
✔ Soft Sea Foam – A delicate, frosty green for contrast!
✔ Mossy Meadow – Deep & earthy for a lush, natural touch!
✔ Gold Foil Accents – Because sparkle makes everything better!
✨ Why it works: The bold purple pairs beautifully with the soft frosty green, while the deep mossy tone adds richness. Gold foil accents make it feel luxe and festive!
2️⃣ Midnight Evergreen Luxe 🌙🌲
SHADED SPRUCE 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK 
NIGHT OF NAVY 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK 
HIGHLAND HEATHER 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK GOLD FOIL SHEETS
Perfect for deep, moody, and sophisticated holiday vibes.
✔ Shaded Spruce – classic evergreen
✔ Night of Navy – Rich & bold
✔ Highland Heather – soft, icy contrast
✔ Gold Foil Accents – luxe finishing touch
✨ Why it works: Balancing deep greens and blues with a frosty Highland Heather pop gives it a mystical winter wonderland feel!
💡 Want a softer touch? Swap Highland Heather for Bubble Bath for a delicate, snowy contrast!
3️⃣ Icy Wonderland ❄️💙
BALMY BLUE 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK 
POOL PARTY 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK 
LOST LAGOON 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK 
SILVER 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 CM) FOIL SHEETS
A frosted, modern color scheme!
✔ Balmy Blue – soft & snowy
✔ Pool Party – cool & crisp
✔ Lost Lagoon – deep & serene
✔ Silver Foil Accents – icy shimmer
✨ Why it works: These colors mimic a snowy winter sky and pair beautifully with white embossing, snowflakes, or vellum accents!
4️⃣ Sugar Plum Magic ✨💗
BERRY BURST 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK 
BUBBLE BATH 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK 
PRETTY PEACOCK 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK GOLD FOIL SHEETS
A sweet and playful fairytale holiday look!
✔ Berry Burst – bright & festive
✔ Bubble Bath – soft & dreamy
✔ Pretty Peacock – deep & mysterious
✔ Gold or Iridescent Foil – the finishing touch
✨ Why it works: Warm pinks & deep peacock tones give this combo a playful yet elegant holiday twist!
5️⃣ Cozy Christmas Cabin 🎅🏽🏡
A rustic, warm holiday palette!
CHERRY COBBLER 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK 
PECAN PIE 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK 
CRUMB CAKE 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK 
VERY VANILLA 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK
✔ Cherry Cobbler – rich & festive
✔ Pecan Pie – warm & toasty
✔ Crumb Cake – soft & neutral
✔ Very Vanilla – cozy & classic
✨ Why it works: This combo is perfect for vintage or country-inspired Christmas cards
🎨 Explore More Stunning Holiday Card Ideas!
If you loved stepping outside the traditional Christmas color box with these purple holiday cards, you’re going to LOVE these other festive designs! Whether you’re looking for more non-traditional color palettes, shaker card techniques, or elegant handmade holiday inspiration, I’ve got you covered.
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📸 Share Your Non-Traditional Christmas Creations!
💜 Have YOU crafted a holiday card using purple, pink, blue, or another unexpected color?
📸 Drop your designs in the Members Gallery! Let’s prove that Christmas crafting is ALL about creativity!
💬 Tell me: What’s YOUR favorite unexpected holiday color combo?
Let’s shake up the holiday color box TOGETHER! 🎄💜✨
🎄 Final Thoughts – 🎨✨ Let’s craft outside the Christmas color box! 🎁
Forget everything you thought you knew about Christmas colors—because this is the year we shake things up! 💜✨ Whether you’re crafting with deep, regal purples, rich evergreens, or unexpected icy hues, non-traditional colors bring a fresh, modern energy to holiday card-making!
The best part? YOU get to decide what Christmas looks like! Want a luxurious, dramatic vibe? Go bold with Blackberry Bliss and Gold! Prefer something soft and wintery? Try Balmy Blue and Silver! Whether you’re mixing jewel tones, rustic neutrals, or magical pastels, these cards are ALL about making the season bright in YOUR unique way!
✨ Challenge for You! ✨
Dare to go beyond red & green! Pick one of the color combos from this blog and make a non-traditional Christmas card! Try it, love it, and then—SHOW IT OFF!
📸 Drop your designs in the Members Gallery so we can celebrate your creativity! Let’s prove that purple, blue, pink, or even Pecan Pie can be just as festive as traditional holiday colors! 🎄💜✨
🚀 Now go forth and craft holiday magic like the rockstar you are! 🎨🔥
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Who says holiday cards have to be red and green? ❄️💜 This tutorial takes Christmas card-making to a whole new level with stunning purple, gold, and green hues using Stampin’ Up! products! From layered poinsettias to elegant die-cut sprigs, these non-traditional holiday cards bring a fresh, modern twist to your seasonal crafting. Get inspired with layering techniques, expert tips, and festive color combos! Let’s craft outside the Christmas color box with This Chick Loves Paper!
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