Have you ever had a creative plan completely fall apart? I had my heart set on pairing the Peace on Earth Dies with the Traditions of Christmas paper, but when I went to grab the paper… sold out.

I was frustrated, but I decided to pivot to the Everyday Skies Designer Series Paper as my “Plan B”—and honestly? It turned out even better than my original idea! Today, I’m sharing how this “happy accident” created a stunning dove card that proves you shouldn’t pack these dies away with your holiday decorations.

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Click on the name of non-Stampin’ Up! products shown in my card tutorials.

• Glassboard Studios – click to save 15%!
• Guillotine Paper Cutter
• MISTI
• Sizzix Sanding Blocks
• Adhesive Eraser
• Magnetic Platform
• Sticky Dots
• Waffle Flower Mat
• Large Silicone Mat
• Gotcha Magnetic Craft Stand Tool
• Magnet Cards  – used in this tutorial
• Storage Pockets – used in this tutorial
• Craft STAX Storage, Stackable Large Set (2 Trays, 2 Lids)
• Stamping Sleeves
• Vellum Cardstock
• Penny Black Background Basics Stencils
• Uninked Felt Pads – to make your own Cloud Cover ink pad
• Repositionable Adhesive Dots
• Mini Recoil Snips

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Once you watch the tutorial, you’ll see how easily this scene comes together with a simple ink blending trick that brings the white dove to life. The Peace on Earth Dies provide a stunning focal point, while the Everyday Skies Designer Series Paper creates an instant, ethereal backdrop—no Christmas patterned paper required. If you’ve been debating whether to grab this Last Chance set, this project proves it’s a ‘must-have’ for sympathy and encouragement cards all year long.

Peace on Earth Dies Card Measurements

• Card Base: 4-1/4″ x 11″ Basic White Thick Cardstock
• White Layer: 3-3/4″ x 5″ Basic White Thick Cardstock
• Patterned Paper Layer: 3″ x 4-3/4″ Basic White Cardstock
• Greeting: 1-3/4″ x 3/8″ Basic White Cardstock
• Inside Layer: 4″ x 5-1/4″ Basic White Cardstock

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⚠️ LAST CHANCE ALERT! Don’t let these savings fly away! The Everyday Skies DSP is currently 50% OFF, and the Peace on Earth Dies are leaving soon. Grab these “Plan B” essentials before they sell out forever.

If you’ve opted in, your order earns Stampin’ Rewards—a little extra joy for your cart.

When your December order reaches $50, one of my handmade Petals of Beauty cards will be on its way to you as a thank-you!

Spend $150 or more, and I’ll send you the stepped-up version—with beautiful embossing, sparkling embellishments, and a whole lot of love.

Stampin’ Up! Peace of Earth Card Measurements

Basic Cardmaking Supplies

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A closer look at the texture from the Beautiful Pattern Embossing Folder and the soft shadow created by popping up the frame.

Don’t forget to pin my Peace on Earth card photo to save the idea for later!