Sometimes the best holiday decor isn’t something you buy, it’s something you make. In Day 29 of 30 Days of Holiday Gift Making, watercolor artist Joly Poa teaches you how to paint a minimalist Christmas tree in a pot, inspired by modern holiday décor and designed to feel calm, cozy, and gift-ready. This lesson focuses on layered brushstrokes, soft shadows, and restrained details, making it perfect for beginners or anyone looking for a relaxing creative break. In this lesson, you’ll learn how to: 🎨 Paint a Christmas tree using light and dark green layers 🌲 Create depth with tapping and shadow techniques ❄️ Add snow with gouache for contrast and texture 🪴 Paint a simple pot with soft shading ✨ Finish with ornaments, gold accents & subtle details This design works beautifully as a holiday card, framed mini art piece, or handmade gift and you can easily customize the colors or decorations to match your style. 👉 Watch the full class, “Watercolor Christmas Cards: Paint Fast and Eas...