Uploaded November 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Watch ad-free on Patreon: patreon.com/collection/79329 Hello friends, and welcome to a little burst of Christmas creativity! Today we’re going to paint a watercolor Christmas tree — but with a twist. This easy, no-fail project is perfect for anyone who wants to make beautiful handmade cards without stress or fuss. You’ll learn how to layer colors, add sparkle and personality, and make each card unique, all while relaxing and enjoying the process. So, gather your paints, settle in with a cup of something cozy, and let’s paint together.
The channels I mention at the end of this video are:
@Purpleladybirdart
@stitchedbymrsd6754
Materials:
Kuretake Gansai Tambi Art Nouveau 24 set amzn.to/3IVoBpm
Kuretake Gansai Tambi 48 Color Set amzn.to/3zZX8Kn
From the 48 set I used Forest Green, Sap Green, Indigo, Prussian Blue and Rose Madder.
From the Art Nouveau set I used Saffron Yellow, Vermillion and Mars Yellow
Brushes
Meeden Quill Brushes, set of 4 amzn.to/4o4FD3J
or buy direct from Meeden and get 15% off with the code DIANE15 go.meedenart.com/43ORwSp
Size 8 synthetic round (Princeton or Drawell are good)
Princeton Aqua Elite Synthetic Kolinsky Brush, Round, size 8 amzn.to/42P6whE
Paper
Meeden 12 x 9 inches Cold Press 100% Cotton Watercolor Paper
*Use code DIANE15 for 15% off all Meeden products*
**Meeden Paper**
🇺🇸 supplies.dianeantone.com/meeden-paper-usa
🇬🇧 supplies.dianeantone.com/meeden-paper-uk
🇪🇺 supplies.dianeantone.com/meeden-paper-eu
🇦🇺 supplies.dianeantone.com/meeden-paper-au
Other
Daisy Shape Plastic Palette amzn.to/47qI5uf
The rectangular palette I used isn’t on Amazon, but this is a good alternative amzn.to/47xEYlz
Signo Uniball Gel Pen Gold, Silver, White amzn.to/4npN7wU
Faber-Castell Pitt Pens 4 Black India Ink Pen Wallet Set - Assorted Nibs amzn.to/3VxaJnZ
Kuretake White Ink amzn.to/492t6cd
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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction & materials
03:09 Starting the tree
13:01 Making a few adjustments
13:45 Adding a second layer
15:24 Adding berries
19:02 A bit of embellishment
29:40 Two lovely channels to visit
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JACKMAN’S ART MATERIALS Professional Watercolours Handmade in England
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VIVIVA COLORS Fun & Portable Colorsheets and more Handmade in India
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tinyurl.com/vivivacolors
MAB WATERCOLOURS Metallic Paints Handmade in England
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etsy.com/shop/MABWatercolours
VHAQUARELL Professional Watercolors Handmade in Germany
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➡️ *About my brushes*
I buy my favorite brushes from Drawell. They are handmade in Japan. Drawell will ship readily to anywhere in the world. If you send Mr Maeyama an email he will give you prices in your currency. I use the Golden Nylon Series 11-2, mostly sizes 7, 10 and 13. drawell.co.jp/english/product.html
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➡️ *Where You’ll Find Us*
*Our Online Homes*
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Subscribe to @fromthegarden for behind the scenes videos of life on and around our little farm in Brittany, France
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#dianeantonestudio #watercolor #art
Watch ad-free on Patreon: patreon.com/collection/79329 Hello friends, and welcome to a little burst of Christmas creativity! Today we’re going to paint a watercolor Christmas tree — but with a twist. This easy, no-fail project is perfect for anyone who wants to make beautiful handmade cards without stress or fuss. You’ll learn how to layer colors, add sparkle and personality, and make each card unique, all while relaxing and enjoying the process. So, gather your paints, settle in with a cup of something cozy, and let’s paint together.
The channels I mention at the end of this video are:
@Purpleladybirdart
@stitchedbymrsd6754
Materials:
Kuretake Gansai Tambi Art Nouveau 24 set amzn.to/3IVoBpm
Kuretake Gansai Tambi 48 Color Set amzn.to/3zZX8Kn
From the 48 set I used Forest Green, Sap Green, Indigo, Prussian Blue and Rose Madder.
From the Art Nouveau set I used Saffron Yellow, Vermillion and Mars Yellow
Brushes
Meeden Quill Brushes, set of 4 amzn.to/4o4FD3J
or buy direct from Meeden and get 15% off with the code DIANE15 go.meedenart.com/43ORwSp
Size 8 synthetic round (Princeton or Drawell are good)
Princeton Aqua Elite Synthetic Kolinsky Brush, Round, size 8 amzn.to/42P6whE
Paper
Meeden 12 x 9 inches Cold Press 100% Cotton Watercolor Paper
*Use code DIANE15 for 15% off all Meeden products*
**Meeden Paper**
🇺🇸 supplies.dianeantone.com/meeden-paper-usa
🇬🇧 supplies.dianeantone.com/meeden-paper-uk
🇪🇺 supplies.dianeantone.com/meeden-paper-eu
🇦🇺 supplies.dianeantone.com/meeden-paper-au
Other
Daisy Shape Plastic Palette amzn.to/47qI5uf
The rectangular palette I used isn’t on Amazon, but this is a good alternative amzn.to/47xEYlz
Signo Uniball Gel Pen Gold, Silver, White amzn.to/4npN7wU
Faber-Castell Pitt Pens 4 Black India Ink Pen Wallet Set - Assorted Nibs amzn.to/3VxaJnZ
Kuretake White Ink amzn.to/492t6cd
——
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction & materials
03:09 Starting the tree
13:01 Making a few adjustments
13:45 Adding a second layer
15:24 Adding berries
19:02 A bit of embellishment
29:40 Two lovely channels to visit
——
➡️ DON’T LOVE DRAWING? USE OUR LIBRARY OF 300+ SKETCH DOWNLOADS!
dianeantone.com/youtube-tutorial-sketches
*ALL Sketches have a full-length tutorial here on YouTube!*
Get 10 FREE one-click sketch downloads per month:
dianeantone.com/product/studio-insiders-pass
There are no recurring charges, just a one-off payment to set up the Pass.
**Mid and Top Tier Patrons and Channel Members get this pass FREE - look for the coupon code when you join!**
➡️ *Join Us and Support Us*
Join my YouTube Membership: youtube.com/dianeantonestudio/join
Join my Patreon: patreon.com/dianeantonestudio
Tip Jar: tinyurl.com/dastipjar (PayPal)
——
➡️ *Save on Supplies with these PERMANENT Coupon Codes*
MEEDEN ART High Quality Affordable Art Supplies and Furniture
*Use code DIANE15 for 15% off*
US: meedenart.com/dianeantonestudio
UK: https://uk.meedenart.com?sca_ref=8833740.pkqmzOJ7cSUTK
EU: https://eu.meedenart.com?sca_ref=8833093.KEKQBZgUjrla
AU: https://au.meedenart.com?sca_ref=8831601.HrWQDzR7Ew8F
JACKMAN’S ART MATERIALS Professional Watercolours Handmade in England
*Use code DIANE10 for 10% off*
jackmansartmaterials.co.uk/discount/diane10
VIVIVA COLORS Fun & Portable Colorsheets and more Handmade in India
*Use code DIANEANTONE for 10% off your first order*
tinyurl.com/vivivacolors
MAB WATERCOLOURS Metallic Paints Handmade in England
*Use code DIANE10 for 10% off*
etsy.com/shop/MABWatercolours
VHAQUARELL Professional Watercolors Handmade in Germany
*Use code DIANE5 for 5% off*
Diane Antone x VHAquarell botanical set: tinyurl.com/dianeantonexvhaquarell
➡️ *Amazon Storefronts*
USA - amazon.com/shop/dianeantonestudio
Canada - amazon.ca/shop/dianeantonestudio
UK - amazon.co.uk/shop/dianeantonestudio
➡️ *About my brushes*
I buy my favorite brushes from Drawell. They are handmade in Japan. Drawell will ship readily to anywhere in the world. If you send Mr Maeyama an email he will give you prices in your currency. I use the Golden Nylon Series 11-2, mostly sizes 7, 10 and 13. drawell.co.jp/english/product.html
——
➡️ *Where You’ll Find Us*
*Our Online Homes*
Website: dianeantone.com
YouTube: youtube.com/@DianeAntoneStudio
Patreon: patreon.com/dianeantonestudio
Facebook: facebook.com/dianeantonestudio
Instagram: instagram.com/dianeantonestudio
Pinterest: patreon.com/dianeantonestudio
*Our baby sister channel*
Subscribe to @fromthegarden for behind the scenes videos of life on and around our little farm in Brittany, France
Diane Antone Studio makes a commission from sales made through the above links.*
#dianeantonestudio #watercolor #art
