Two handmade Nativity Christmas cards using the A Child Is Born Stamp Set from Stampin’ Up!®—one in Crumb Cake and gold, one in Night of Navy and silver—showing the same layout in two different color palettes.

During a Tuesday night live stream, I shared a clean and meaningful Nativity card design made with the A Child Is Born Stamp Set from Stampin’ Up!® — and then showed how the very same layout can take on two completely different looks with a simple change in colors.

I began with a Crumb Cake version, using warm tones and gold accents for a soft, traditional feel. It was the card I demonstrated live, and we explored it three ways: no coloring, a little coloring, and full coloring for those who love stepping things up. The design stayed the same, but each variation created a new mood while keeping the focus where it belongs — the holy scene.

Handmade Nativity Christmas card using the A Child Is Born Stamp Set from Stampin’ Up!® in Crumb Cake and gold with rich layers and ribbon detail

Then I shared a second idea inspired by a friend’s Christmas cards: a Night of Navy and Silver Foil version. Same layout. Same stamp set. But the cool tones and metallic silver gave it a classic, peaceful elegance. It’s always amazing how a color palette can completely transform a card.

Handmade Nativity Christmas card using the A Child Is Born Stamp Set from Stampin’ Up!® in Night of Navy and silver foil, layered panels and the sentiment ‘When they saw the star they rejoiced.

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If you missed the A Child is Born live stream, you can watch the replay to see how the original layout came together using the A Child Is Born Stamp Set. You’ll also pick up a few simple tips for adding soft color without overwhelming the image.

A Child is Born Card Measurements

Card Base: 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″ Crumb Cake Cardstock
Gold or Silver Layer: 1-1/4″ x 5-1/2″ Gold Foil Sheets
White Layer: 3″ x 4″ Basic White Cardstock
Burgundy or Navy Layer: 3″ x 4″ Blackberry Bliss Cardstock
Label Layer: 2-3/4″ x 3/4″ Basic White Cardstock
Label Accent Layer: 2-1/2″ x 1/2″ Blackberry Bliss or Night of Navy Cardstock
Inside Layer: 4″ x 5-1/4″ Basic White Cardstock

If this Nativity scene tugs at your heart the way it does mine, now is a wonderful time to add the A Child Is Born Stamp Set to your collection. Click through to order it from my online store, and you’ll be ready to create your own soft & warm or classic & cool Christmas cards that quietly share the real reason we rejoice.

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A Child is Born Card Supplies

A Child Is Born Photopolymer Stamp Set [169234] $21.00	Shaded Spruce & Gold Edged 7/8″ Ribbon [166078] $12.00 Gold card	Gold Foil Sheets [132622] $5.00 Gold card	Silver Foil Sheets [132178] $5.00 Silver card	Crumb Cake 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [120953] $14.00 Gold card
Blackberry Bliss 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [133675] $14.00 Gold card	Basic Gray 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [121044] $14.00 Silver card	Night Of Navy 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [100867] $14.00 Silver card	Basic White 8 1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [166780] $14.00	Basic White Medium Envelopes [159236] $11.00
Versamark Pad [102283] $9.50	Metallics Wow! Embossing Powder [165678] $21.00	Heat Tool [129053] $32.00	Clear Block E [118484] $13.00	Clear Block C [118486] $8.00

Basic Cardmaking Supplies

Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine [149653] $140.00 includes a Specialty Plate	Specialty Plate [154711] $11.00 use with 3D embossing folders	Paper Trimmer [152392] $28.00	Bone Folder [102300] $8.00	Take Your Pick [144107] $12.00
Blending Brushes [153611] $15.00	Small Blending Brushes [160518] $14.00	Simply Shammy [147042] $9.00 use to clean photopolymer (clear) stamps	Clear-Mount Stamp Cases [119105] $9.00 use to store a damp Simply Shammy	Stampin’ Scrub [126200] $21.00
Stampin’ Mist [153648] $13.00	Tear & Tape Adhesive [154031] $7.00	Stampin’ Dimensionals [104430] $4.25	Mini Glue Dots [103683] $7.25	Stampin’ Seal [152813] $8.00
Stampin’ Seal+ [149699] $12.00	Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755] $6.00	Silicone Craft Sheet [127853] $6.50

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I love designs that offer flexibility, and this one is a wonderful example. Whether you gravitate toward soft & warm or classic & cool, the A Child Is Born Stamp Set makes it easy to create meaningful cards that point hearts back to the true Christmas story.