10/29/26

The Greetery | Novelties and Nativites Release Day!




Hello Greetery friends! It’s Laurie Willison here!

It's release day over at The Greetery, and I am so excited that the Novelties & Nativities collection is finally here!  One of my favorite projects was the sweet little light-up nativity I created using the Capsule Nativity Scene Die. I just love how this tiny scene came together! Adding a little battery-operated light inside made it even more special. It's such a fun way to create a handmade Christmas decoration or a thoughtful little gift!

The Greetery -  Novelties & Nativities


There are so many creative possibilities with this release, and I hope you've enjoyed seeing all the fun new products in action!

The Novelties & Nativities collection is available to shop today at 10 AM Eastern over at The Greetery!

CLICK HERE TO SHOP THE HOLIDAY 2026 COLLECTION!

Thank you so much for stopping by and spending a little time with me during this release! I hope you've found some inspiration for your own holiday crafting. I can't wait to see what everyone creates with these adorable new products!

Have a wonderful day and happy shopping!

Laurie

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The Greetery Supply List

Capsule Nativity Scene Die

Laid Back Holiday Sentiments

Market Tote Die

Market Tote Mini Die

Capsule Quilt Shop Embossing Folder

Stationery Box Die

Shop the Holiday 2026 Collection

10/28/26

The Greetery - District Twelve25 Shop Hop Week 3



Welcome to Week 3 of the Holiday Releases over at The Greetery!  This week we have some new dies to share that I had SO much fun using!

To see Week 1 and 2, click HERE to check the full releases.

I love finding creative ways to use my favorite dies beyond traditional cardmaking, and these projects are perfect examples. From a beautiful light-up Nativity scene to adorable handmade gift packaging, both projects are perfect for adding a little handmade charm to the Christmas season!

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A Glowing Christmas Nativity

For my first project, I created a sweet little Christmas decoration using the Capsule Nativity Scene Die. I love how this die creates such a beautiful scene using cardstock!

The Greetery -  Novelties & Nativities

After assembling the back 2 Nativity scene dies with a thick foam tape between layers, I die cut the first layer into the Stationery Box Die  base. After assembling the box,  I tucked a tiny LED light inside to give it a soft, warm glow. The light brings the entire scene to life and makes such a pretty little decoration for the Christmas season!

The Greetery -  Novelties & Nativities

This would be a lovely addition to a mantel, shelf, or holiday tablescape. It would also make a thoughtful handmade gift!

The Greetery -  Novelties & Nativities


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A Sweet Handmade Gift

For my second project, I use the Market Tote Die and Market Tote Mini Die to create the cutest little gift packaging!

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After assembling the Tote and Mini tote in white cardstock and yellow cardstock, I used the Capsule Quilt Shop Embossing Folder, Capsule Quilt Shop Stencil, and Capsule Quilt Shop Die to add beautiful quilted details on the front of each tote. I just love the texture and dimension these products create! They give the totes such a cozy, handmade feel that is perfect for a homemade sweet treat.

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For the larger tote, I added a sentiment from the Simple Holiday Sentiments Stamp Set set to the front. And what better way to finish off a handmade gift than with a homemade chocolate chip cookie tucked inside?

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The combination of the quilted design, sweet sentiment, and homemade treat makes this such a fun little gift! These totes would be perfect for neighbors, teachers, friends, or anyone who could use a little handmade gift.

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I hope these projects inspire you to look at your dies in a whole new way! Sometimes the smallest handmade details make the sweetest gifts, and I love that these projects can be enjoyed throughout the Christmas season.

Thanks so much for stopping by today, and happy crafting!

You can shop all the beautiful products from The Greetery's Holiday 2026 Collection here!


The Greetery Supply List

Project 1 – Light-Up Nativity

Capsule Nativity Scene Die

Stationery Box Die

Cardstock

Tiny Battery-Operated LED Light


Project 2 – Homemade Market Totes

Market Tote Die

Market Tote Mini Die

Capsule Quilt Shop Embossing Folder

Capsule Quilt Shop Stencil

Capsule Quilt Shop Die

Simple Holiday Sentiments Stamp Set 

Cardstock and Coordinating Inks

Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies


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GIVEAWAY


The Greetery is generously giving away TWO Novelties and Nativities Bundles! For your chance to win, simply leave a comment on this blog and all the blogs in the list below! Be sure to get your comments in by Wednesday night, 10/28 at 11:59 pm EDT. 

Good luck, friends!




A little info about commenting here on my blog....


A quick note about comments! My comments are moderated because, unfortunately, I get a TON of spam—the kind telling me about cholesterol medication and all sorts of other weird bot things. 😂 So, if you leave a comment and don’t see it right away, don’t worry! I’ll see it and get it posted for you.

The other issue seems to be whether or not you need a Google account to comment. I have my settings set to “Anyone,” so technically you should be able to leave a comment using any type of login…but Blogger is a pain.

If you’re having trouble leaving a comment, or you’re not sure whether your name is showing up with your comment, please do me one little favor:

Add your name and email address to the end of your comment.

That way, if your comment is chosen as a winner, we’ll know exactly who you are and how to reach you!

I’m sorry for the extra hassle. I’ve Googled, changed settings, switched things around, and tried all the things. I have no idea why it doesn’t work the way it should.

But, again…

Blogger is a pain. 😂

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10/22/26

The Greetery | Evergreen Collective Release Day!


Happy Wednesday, friends!

 It's time for another fun week at The Greetery's District Twelve25 Holiday Shop Hop, and this week's collection is all about the beautiful Evergreen Collective and will be available today, October 21st at 10am eastern!

I have loved sharing a little holiday inspiration with you this week! There is just something about Christmas greenery that makes my heart happy. From beautiful evergreens and festive details to all those little touches that make handmade cards so special, this collection is filled with so many possibilities!  I also used the Ornament Box Top Vertical Rubber Stamp to create today's card along with the Bow-Tique Holday Stamp Set and coordinating die. 

The Greetery - Evergreen Collective

One of my favorite things about The Greetery is how beautifully the products work together. I love mixing and matching different elements, adding layers and dimension, and watching a card come together. The Evergreen Collective is perfect for creating those classic Christmas designs that never go out of style!

As we wrap up another week of inspiration, I hope you've found a few ideas to tuck away for your own holiday cardmaking. Whether you're getting a head start on Christmas cards or simply adding a few new goodies to your crafty collection, there is so much to love!

Ready to shop?

You can find this week's Evergreen Collective goodies as part of The Greetery's Holiday 2026 Collection!

🎄 SHOP THE GREETERY HOLIDAY 2026 COLLECTION HERE!

Thank you so much for stopping by this week and for all your sweet comments and encouragement! It's always such a joy sharing these projects with you.

Be sure to keep following along because there's even more holiday inspiration coming as we continue our journey through District Twelve25!

Happy crafting, friends! ❤️🌲



10/21/26

The Greetery - District Twelve25 Shop Hop Week 2


I'm so excited to share two festive Christmas cards featuring some beautiful products from The Greetery! I went with a traditional holiday color palette of bright reds, fresh greens, and touches of gold. Both cards have lots of dimension and detail, but each has its own unique look! Everything you see today will be available for purchase, Thursday, Ocotber 22nd at 10am EDT over at The Greetery!

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Merry Christmas with Bow-tique Holiday


For my first card, I started with the A2 Arches Die to create a window in a bright red cardstock panel. I love how the arch frames the Christmas greenery and gives the card such a clean, classic look!


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For the focal point, I used the Bow-tique Holiday Stamp Set and coordinating Die to create a beautiful Christmas tree filled with lush green branches, little red bows, and gold ornaments. I love all the tiny details in this set! The red bows really pop against the greenery, while the gold accents add just the right amount of holiday sparkle.

I finished the card with the coordinating Merry Christmas sentiment, following the curve of the arch. I love how it ties everything together and creates such a festive little scene!


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Christmas Greenery with Brimming Baskets

For my second card, I wanted to create something full of beautiful holiday greenery with a little bit of elegance!

I started with a cream linen cardstock panel and used the Cathedral Die to create the pretty architectural detail in the background. I love the subtle interest it adds without taking away from the arrangement.

Next, I used the Brimming Baskets Die and Embossing Folder to create my basket. The embossed texture adds so much realistic detail and gives the basket a beautiful woven appearance!

The Greetery - District Twelve 25 Week 2

Then came the fun part—filling it with greenery! I used the Berry Bouquet Builder Die to create layers of leafy branches and bright red berries. I mixed several shades of green cardstock to give the arrangement extra depth and a more natural look. I tucked the different branches together, allowing some of the greenery and berries to spill over the edges of the basket.

To finish things off, I added a gorgeous gold bow, from the Fit to be Tied Die, to the center of the arrangement. I love how the metallic gold catches the light and adds a little elegance! The tiny Merry Christmas tag was created with the Teeny Tags Holiday Stamp Set and Teeny Tags Die and tucked right into the bow.


Thanks so much for stopping by today! I hope these projects inspire you to for some Christmas card making!  Shop the full releases on the 22nd by clicking HERE!

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SUPPLY LIST

Card One:


Card Two:

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GIVEAWAY

The Greetery is generously giving away TWO Evergreen Collective Bundles! For your chance to win, simply leave a comment on this blog and all the blogs in the list below! Be sure to get your comments in by Wednesday night, 10/21 at 11:59 pm EDT. 


Good luck, friends!



A little info about commenting here on my blog....


A quick note about comments! My comments are moderated because, unfortunately, I get a TON of spam—the kind telling me about cholesterol medication and all sorts of other weird bot things. 😂 So, if you leave a comment and don’t see it right away, don’t worry! I’ll see it and get it posted for you.

The other issue seems to be whether or not you need a Google account to comment. I have my settings set to “Anyone,” so technically you should be able to leave a comment using any type of login…but Blogger is a pain.

If you’re having trouble leaving a comment, or you’re not sure whether your name is showing up with your comment, please do me one little favor:

Add your name and email address to the end of your comment.

That way, if your comment is chosen as a winner, we’ll know exactly who you are and how to reach you!

I’m sorry for the extra hassle. I’ve Googled, changed settings, switched things around, and tried all the things. I have no idea why it doesn’t work the way it should.

But, again…

Blogger is a pain. 😂

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FIND ME OVER ON:


Instagram: Laurie Willison (@laurie_willison)



All products in today's post are linked below and throughout the post.  These are my personal affiliate links which you can shop from at no cost to you!  :)  Thank you for supporting Soapbox Creations!

10/18/26

Concord & 9th | Sending Hugs with Floral Embrace

Hello, crafty friends! I'm back today with another card created with some beautiful products from Concord & 9th! Today's project is all about pretty florals, gorgeous cardstock colors, and one big HUG! I absolutely love the oversized lettering in the Floral Embrace Dies and how all those sweet little flowers and leaves can be tucked around the letters to create such a beautiful focal point.

I started with a soft gray card base and used the Essential Labels & Frames Dies to add that pretty stitched border around the outside. I love the subtle detail it adds to the background without taking away from the main design!

Next, I die cut the large HUGS letters using Rainforest Cardstock. This deep green is one of my favorite Concord & 9th colors, and it really makes those oversized letters stand out!

Concord and 9th October 2026 Release

For all the pretty floral details, I pulled out several of my favorite cardstock colors. I used Avocado Cardstock for the leaves and greenery, along with Sorbet Cardstock, Sea Glass Cardstock, Honeysuckle Cardstock, and Ballet Slipper Cardstock to create the different flowers and little accents.

I love how all these colors work together! The softer pinks paired with the Sea Glass and Avocado greenery give the card such a fresh, cheerful look. I arranged the die-cut flowers and leaves around the large HUGS letters, tucking some behind the lettering and layering others on top to create lots of dimension.

For the sentiment, I kept things simple and used just one ink color! I stamped "Missing You" onto a little white die-cut banner using Rainforest Ink. I placed the banner across the center of the card, letting the big HUGS letters do most of the talking!

One of my favorite things about this card is that almost everything is created with cardstock and dies. No complicated coloring needed! Just a handful of pretty colors, some layering, and a little creativity.

I think this would be such a sweet card to send to someone who needs a little extra love or encouragement. After all, who doesn't love getting a hug in the mail?

Thanks so much for stopping by today! I hope this inspires you to pull out your favorite Concord & 9th cardstock colors and have some fun creating!


Concord & 9th Supplies

Dies

Floral Embrace Dies – HUGS

Essential Labels & Frames Dies

Cardstock

Rainforest Cardstock

Avocado Cardstock

Sorbet Cardstock

Sea Glass Cardstock

Honeysuckle Cardstock

Ballet Slipper Cardstock

Ink

Rainforest Ink Pad

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