This is the very first video in my Christmas Card Watercolor Series, and I’m starting us off with the easiest, most beginner-friendly card I could think of: a sweet little stack of watercolor presents. If you’re brand new to painting (or you’re convinced you “can’t draw”), this one is for you. I keep the sketching super simple—just basic squares and rectangles—so you can relax and actually enjoy the process. Once the shapes are down, I walk you through bringing them to life with bright, happy holiday color. We keep the techniques simple and approachable, focusing on clean, cozy blocks of color that feel festive without being fussy. By the end, you’ll have an adorable handmade Christmas card that’s quick to make, calming to paint, and genuinely giftable. Grab your brushes, paint along with me, and let’s make watercolors your calm place this holiday season.