Finally Feel Confident & Ready for Holiday Card Making
Join 25+ expert presenters over 4 days and walk away with fresh techniques, real inspiration, and a clear plan to create your most beautiful holiday cards yet.
Watch This Before You Register
Holiday Cards Shouldn't Feel This Stressful
You love making cards — that's why you're here. But when the holidays roll around, that creative joy can quickly turn into overwhelm. If you've ever felt like this, you are not alone…
You want to make heartfelt, handmade holiday cards this year — but October arrives and you haven't started, again.
You scroll through beautiful cards online and think “I could never make something that nice” — even though you have all the supplies.
You start a card, hate it halfway through, and give up — wasting supplies and losing precious creative time.
The holidays feel rushed and you end up buying store cards — again — telling yourself “next year will be different.”
Here's the truth: It's not about talent, time, or supplies. You just need the right techniques, inspiration, and a clear plan — and that's exactly what this summit delivers. For free.
The Card Maker Success Summit: Holiday Edition
Four days of free, expert-led sessions designed specifically to help you create stunning holiday cards — with the confidence and clarity to actually finish them.
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✓Fresh holiday card techniques you've never tried before — from beginner-friendly to impressive showstoppers
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✓A clear holiday card plan so you know exactly what you're making, who it's for, and when you'll create it
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✓Confidence at your craft table — no more second-guessing every color combo or stamp placement
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✓Time-saving tricks for batch-making beautiful cards without burning out
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✓Inspiration that fits your style — not just trendy techniques that feel out of reach
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✓Connection with thousands of fellow card makers who totally get your love of this craft
🎙 25+ Speakers Over 4 Days
Each session is taught by a carefully chosen card-making expert sharing their best holiday techniques, tips, and creative approaches — all completely free for registered attendees.
You're in the Right Place If Any of This Sounds Like You
You're a Newer Card Maker
You've got the supplies and the desire — you just need guidance on where to start with holiday cards.
You're an Experienced Crafter
You want fresh inspiration and new techniques to level up your holiday card game this year.
You're Always Pressed for Time
You need fast, beautiful techniques that fit into a real life — not a full-time crafter's schedule.
You Want to Send Handmade Cards
You love the idea of giving someone a card made with your own hands — and you want to actually do it this year.
28 Sessions Included with Your Free Ticket
Here's What You'll Learn
Every session is taught by a hand-picked card making expert sharing their best holiday techniques — free for all registered attendees.
Color & Mixed Media
Lisa Arana
Holiday Card Magic with Alcohol Inks
Janna K
Northern Lights Christmas Magic
Therese Calvird
Northern Lights Backgrounds That Wow - Made Easy!
Alycee Keegan
Color a Simple Northern Lights Sky
Donna Tuschoff
Ink Blending into the Holidays
Debbie J
From Dull Cardstock to Shimmering Holiday Masterpieces
Shawn @ManleyMadeMinute
Backgrounds and Scraps
Die Cuts, Layers, & Dimension
Katarina McMahon
Handcrafted Elegance: A Layered Poinsettia Christmas Card
Marta Debicka
Double the Joy!! Handmade Ornament & Matching Card Set
Adeline Ma
Vintage Style Washi Tapes Card Tags
Sarah Phelan
Make Your Embossing Folders Shine!!
Einat Kessler
8 Holiday Tree Cards
Fun Folds & Interactive
Sarah @ Sassy's LLC
Flip Flap Fun Fold: Funny Festive Christmas Cards
Shelley @ Papercraaft Hugs
Come Twist and Pop with me!
Gaylynn Martling
Interactive Pull Up Christmas Card
Erin Reed
Poinsettia Narrow Fold Card
Misty Lavigne
Simple Slimline Shaker
Tamar Perry
Two Page Wonder - Box of Cards
Lauren Hinds
Perfectly Paired Cards Made Easy
Lisa Ann Bernard
Quick & Easy Christmas Fun Fold Cards
Digital & Cutting Machine
Elena Anderson
Modern Stars Stencil & Pop-Out Card with Your Cricut
Jen Goode
Paint, Cut & Layer: Watercolor Holiday Cards
Sande Woodson
Tips & Tricks to Create Digital Sentiments
Rachel Daly
Digital Meets Traditional Cardmaking
Terri Johnson
Light Up Nativity Christmas Card
Katherine McCrory
Pop, Sparkle, Celebrate! A Fireworks New Year Card
Stephanie Paxman
Stitched Snowflake Cards
Kelly Rossouw
Snowflake Card
No credit card required. 100% free.
Look what you'll be making!
Real projects from this year's expert presenters — all included with your free ticket.
YOUR HOST
Brandi Mahon
Creative Owner, Stamp Me Some Love
I've been in your shoes. Every fall, I'd look at my calendar and think "I have plenty of time" — and then somehow it was December 15th and I was scrambling. Sound familiar?
After years of teaching card making online, hosting the Card Maker Success Summit, and building one of the most supportive crafting communities at Card Maker Success Membership, I've learned exactly what card makers need to feel confident and prepared for the holiday season.
That's why I created this summit — to bring together the best teachers, the most useful techniques, and a community of people who truly get it. You deserve to enjoy the holiday card-making process, not dread it.
What Past Attendees Are Saying
Real Words from Real Card Makers
This is my 5th Summit. And I got the All Access Pass.... so worth the money! Today, I made a start of watching the classes. I couldn't wait to try out Ardyth Percy-Robb's class... Two cards inspired by her!
— Dawn Turley
I haven't missed one yet lol. So excited. I have a VIP pass and love them. I always learn a new technique. I get motivation. And they are fun.
— Kelley Whorf-Wile
I decided to try Janna Ketchum's spring card and love how it turned out! I had no idea there are so many different techniques at the CMSS — I want to try them all. I didn't even know about the summit until Wednesday and decided to attend last minute. Best decision ever — I recommend the VIP premium ticket!
— Kristyne Golec Traver
The Crafty Details
The summit runs July 16–19, 2026 with presentations and hands-on sessions each day. Entirely virtual — attend from anywhere with internet access.
Learn from card making experts who understand both the technical and creative sides of card design. Your free ticket includes 24-hour access to each presentation during the summit week.
Connect with fellow card makers exploring new techniques and building confidence. Share your creations, get support, and interact with speakers before, during, and after the event.
This isn't just about watching presentations — you'll get practical exercises and opportunities to practice what you're learning with guidance from our community.
After registering you'll have the opportunity to upgrade to the VIP All-Access Pass for lifetime access to all presentations, plus worksheets, transcripts, and exclusive speaker bonuses. You'll get all the details right after claiming your free ticket!
Frequently Asked Questions
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More Words From Our Community
"Lots of fun and GREAT classes. I learned so much. Thank you!!"
— Carol W.
"I was so inspired to finally start my Christmas cards. So much great ideas shared in a short amount of time."
— Christina D.
"The live streams with the sponsors give you confidence to try new techniques or products you haven't before. These awesome giveaways are just icing on the cake!"
— Kim M.
"I have been stamping for over 30 years. I learned new techniques I'd never tried before. I have never attended a card summit before but I am totally enjoying the videos."
— Laurie M.
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Your most beautiful holiday cards are waiting…
Register free and start making cards like these this season
Don't Wait Until October to Start Thinking About Holiday Cards
Every card maker who registers now will be ahead of the game. Spots fill up — and the earlier you register, the more time you have to prepare and get excited!
YOU'RE READY FOR THIS
Your Most Confident Holiday Card Season Starts Here
Stop dreaming about making beautiful holiday cards and start doing it — with expert guidance, a supportive community, and a clear plan. All for free.
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