Single Holly Leaf SVG

About this design

Sometimes one leaf says it all. This design is a single broad holly leaf with deep, spiky lobes along its edges, like a leaf picked fresh from the bush. Branching veins run from the center out to each point, and a long, gently curved stem trails down below. In the layered version, the veins show red, giving the green leaf a festive glow.

The leaf is one connected piece with six vein cut-outs. The leaf is broad and the veins are well spaced, so it passes our cut checks from about 3.5 inches tall.

Color layers

• Backing in red, which becomes the veins
• Design in holly green, the leaf and stem

Botanical projects

• Botanical holiday cards.
• Place cards for a holiday table.
• Napkin rings.
• Coasters.
• Gift tags with a name on the leaf.
• Wall art in a set of three leaves.
• Earrings in faux leather.

Size and cutting tips

It passes our cut checks from about 3.5 inches tall. The veins are the finest parts, so for felt or glitter cardstock choose 5 inches or more. For earrings, cut the solid style from faux leather at 2.5 to 3 inches and skip the veins by using the outline.

Step by step: holly place cards

1. Set the leaf to 3.5 inches tall and download the color SVG.
2. Cut one green layer and one red backing for each guest.
3. Glue each green leaf onto its red backing.
4. Write each guest’s name along the stem with a gold pen.
5. Lay one on each plate or tuck it into a folded napkin.

Color ideas

• Green with red veins, the classic
• Green with gold veins for an elegant table
• Gold with white veins for a winter wedding
• Dark green with light green veins for a natural look

Design notes

The long, curved stem gives the leaf a natural, just-picked look and makes the design taller than it is wide. That shape fits nicely on narrow projects, such as bookmarks, place cards and napkin rings.

Good to know

The veins are the only cut-outs, so the backing color sets the mood. Red is festive and traditional, gold looks elegant, and a lighter green gives a soft, natural botanical look. The same two files work for all of them.

Variations to try

• Mirror it in the editor to curve the stem the other way.
• Arrange three copies in your software at different angles for a holly cluster.

Pairs well with

The Crossed Holly Leaves combines four leaves, and the Minimal Holly is a clean modern take.