CSF Saturday Blog Hop - CASING Lori de Groot

 Good Morning, Stampers!

The Create with Stampin' Friends is bringing back

the CASING the DESIGNER for the next 5 weeks.

This week, we are showcasing Lori! I found her inspiration photo

from July 10th and was immediately drawn to the cheerful color combination.

It reminded me of a party so I combined the Seasonal Celebrations

stamp set and the Banner Sayings stamp set for a fun party card!

SU!pplies:
Stamps: Seasonal Celebrations, Banner Sayings

Ink: Pool Party, Petunia Pop, Craft White

Paper: Thick Basic White, Blueberry Bushel, Summer Splash, Lemon Lime Twist, Basic Black

Accessories: Stylish Shapes dies,Lovely Stripes embossing folder, Antique Pearls

Happie Stampin'!

Ready to see how Lori inspired the rest of the team? 

Go NEXT to see what Connie created or BACK 

to see what Libby created!

rubberFUNatics Weekly Challenge #379

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Welcome to the rubberFUNatics Weekly Challenge!

This week, it's all about decorating for Valentine's Day.

Valentine’s Day décor doesn’t have to be elaborate to make an impact.

 Sometimes the smallest projects bring the biggest charm, and this little

 5" x 5" Valentine frame proves it beautifully. Whether you’re decorating 

a cozy corner, adding a festive touch to a tiered tray, or gifting a 

handmade keepsake, this mini project delivers all the sweetness

 of the season in a compact, stylish package.

Small frames are easy to style, fit anywhere, and let you experiment with 

themes without committing to a full room makeover. A 5" x 5" size is 

especially perfect for Valentine’s Day—just enough space to showcase 

a heartfelt message or charming design while still feeling intimate and personal.

SU!pplies:
Stamps: Prayers and Promises, Endless Love

Ink: Real Red, Craft White

Paper: Real Red, Basic White, Basic Black, Bubble Bath, Made with Love DSP

Accessories: Endless Love dies, Lovely Stripes embossing folder, Loose Valentine Assortment, Love Hope and Joy dies

Thanks for joining me this week! Add a little handmade gift to your home decor!

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

February Product of the Month - Painted Illusions

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Add color and whimsy to your paper crafting with the Painted Illusions 12" x 12" designer series paper! This craft paper features soft watercolor gradients in pink, green, blue, teal, and yellow, with white patterns that flow over the background. Layer with other Stampin’ Up! products in coordinating colors to create your own harmonious card papercrafting designs.

The Painted Illusions 12" x 12" designer series paper is the exclusive Product of the Month for February 2026! Only available until stocks run out—don’t wait to get yours!

Colors: Darling Duckling, Flirty Flamingo, Granny Apple Green, 

Lost Lagoon, Misty Moonlight, Petal Pink, Pretty Peacock

Shop the Product of the Month HERE

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

Paper Craft Crew Weekly Challenge #660

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Welcome to the Paper Craft Crew Weekly Challenge!

Handmade cards don’t need to be complicated to be beautiful. 

In fact, some of the most charming designs start with a simple sketch — 

a basic layout that gives you structure while leaving plenty of room to add

 your own creative twist. This week's sketch is the perfect beginner-friendly or

time-saver sketch. You'll be creating pretty cards in no time at all!

Patterned papers add instant personality — whether you love florals, 

geometrics, soft pastels, or bold seasonal prints. Today’s sketch is perfect 

for showing off those pretty papers you’ve been saving for “just the right project.”

SU!pplies:
Stamps: Simply Said

Ink: Mossy Meadow

Paper: Basic White, Mossy Meadow, Timid Tiger, Floral Charm DSP

Accessories: Gold Striped ribbon, Nested Essentials dies

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

Check out more ideas fearing this week's challenge:

Sending You Love

 Good Moring, Stampers!

There’s something magical about handmade Valentine — the kind that feel like tiny keepsakes rather than just cards. Today’s project leans into that nostalgia with a playful twist: a miniature mailbox built from the Everyday Arches dies and paired with the sweet sentiment and dies from the Endless Love bundle. It’s perfect for sending a little love through the mail! Whether you’re crafting for a partner, a friend, or a classroom full of kids, this card is a heartfelt way to say “I’m thinking of you.”

SU!pplies:

Stamps: Endless Love, Seasonal Celebrations

Ink: Strawberry Slush, Craft White

Paper: Basic White, Strawberry Slush, Basic Black

Accessories: Everyday Arches, Endless Love dies, Loose Valentine Assortment, Strawberry Slush/Pretty in Pink gems

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

Share What We Love - Love What We Do

 Good Morning, Stampers!

This month’s Stampin' Up! creative challenge invites you to put the Stampin' Up! Statement of the Heart into action: To love what we do and share what we love, as we help others enjoy creativity and worthwhile accomplishments . . . in this we make a difference. Pick a product you love, then make a card to share with someone and see just how far your joy and warmth will reach!

SU!pplies:

Stamps: Simply Beautiful

Ink: Versamark, Pool Party, Peach Pie, Old Olive

Paper: Basic White, Pretty Peacock, Fluid Watercolor

Accessories: Watercolor Pencils, Water Painters, Metallic Embossing Powders, Heat Tool, 2025-2027 In-Color Flat Pearls

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

FREE Printable Tutorial!

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St. Patrick’s Day has a way of sneaking up on us, doesn’t it? One minute it’s Valentine’s Day, and the next everything is green, gold, and covered in shamrocks. I’m offering a free printable tutorial in my weekly newsletter that walks you through creating this charming card. Whether you want something whimsical, elegant, or bold and bright, you’ll learn how to build a card that feels uniquely yours. Be sure to join my mailing list HERE so you don't miss out!

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

CSF Saturday Blog Hop - CASING Debbie Henderson

 Good Morning, Stampers!

The Create with Stampin' Friends is bringing back

the CASING the DESIGNER for the next 6 weeks!

First up is CASING Debbie! I found her inspiration photo

from March 14 and new it would be a great color and layout

for the shamrock from the NEW Seasonal Celebrations stamp set!

So often I hear "I can't make that project , I don't have that stamp set" 

and the CASE the Designer shows just how easy it is to substitute -

with a little tweaking, you CAN make that project with what 

you have in your collection!

SU!pplies:
Stamps: Seasonal Celebrations, Good Luck

Ink: Shy Shamrock, Craft White

Paper: Thick Basic White, Shy Shamrock

Accessories: Nested Essentials dies, Textured Notes dies, Water Painter, Basic Beige ribbon, Shy Shamrock Stampin' Blends

Happie Stampin'!

Ready to see how the rest of the team CASED Debbie?

Go NEXT to see what Connie created or 

BACK to see what Libby created!