Monday, June 29, 2026

Noteworthy Ellegance

 Good Morning, Stampers!

Add bold, dramatic detail to your designs with the Floral Flight Accents. These intricate paper embellishments pop out from the sheet cleanly, ready to layer on scrapbook pages and handmade cards. The black silhouettes provide a striking, modern edge, while the fine details keep things feeling light and sophisticated. Here, I paired it with the Extraordinary Life bundle - it's like they were made for each other! Clean and simple with a touch of elegance.



Shop the Floral Flight Accents 
in my online store HERE

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

Sunday, June 28, 2026

July Interchangeable Easel - Welcome Fall

 Good Morning, Stampers!

Ahhh... The first whisper of Fall! Warmer colors with a cozy feel. The July Interchangeable Magnetic Easel Frame will transform your space with a decorative piece that never gets old. This magnetic easel frame is designed to sit beautifully on a shelf, countertop, entryway table, or desk—adding personality to your home all year long. Each month brings a brand‑new themed insert that attaches effortlessly with hidden magnets, making it simple to refresh your décor in seconds. Limited kits avaiable while supplies last. EASEL SOLD SEPARATELY.



SU!pplies Needed to Complete:

Stamps: Simply Leaves

Ink: Pecan Pie, Cajun Craze, Pumpkin Pie, Peaceful Pine, Golden Glow

Accessories: Simply Leaves punch (optional), Blending Brushes, Water Painter



Welcome Fall KIT ONLY - $25.00 -  HERE


Welcome Fall - KIT ONLY (porch pick up) - $20.00 - HERE


Welcome Fall PDF ONLY - $6.95 - HERE

(emailed upon payment confirmation by July 3rd)


please allow 7-10 business days




Easel Sold Separately - HERE


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Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

Saturday, June 27, 2026

CSF Saturday Blog Hop - Summer Fun Time

 Good Morning, Stampers!

Summer has officially arrived in the craft room, and this week's Create With Stampin’ Friends blog hop is all about celebrating the bright, breezy, sun‑filled fun of the season! Whether your summer looks like pool days, road trips, beach escapes, or backyard lounging, this hop is packed with inspiration to help you bring those warm‑weather vibes to your paper crafting.


My card features the Under the Sun ephemera pack — a little bundle of instant happiness that practically crafts the sunshine for you. These ephemera packs make designing an absolute breeze!


SU!pplies:
Stamps:
Scalloped Blooms
Ink: Basic Black
Paper: Thick Basic White, Lost Lagoon, Basic Black, Beautiful Ordinary Life DSP
Accessories: Under the Sun ephemera pack, Spotlight on Nature dies, Stylish Shapes dies, Bubble Bath ribbon, White Gel Pen, Mini Alphabet dies, Iridescent Basic Pearls, Bubble Bath Stampin' Blends


Happie Stampin'!

Ready for more Summer Fun?! Go NEXT to see
what Connie created or BACK to see what Libby created!




Friday, June 26, 2026

rubberFUNatics Weekly Challenge #397

 Good Morning, Stampers!

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As the summer sun shines bright and adventure calls, I dove right in to this week's rubberFUNatics Weekly Challenge with a theme that captures the spirit of travel and discovery. This week, I chose to explore the Mix and Match Ephemera Under the Sun, a perfect collection to spark memories and dreams of sunny getaways. Travel inspires endless creativity. Even if we can’t always physically roam, crafting travel-themed projects lets us explore new worlds with our imagination and ephemera makes it so easy!



SU!pplies:
Stamps: Stitched Stocking
Ink: Craft White
Paper: Thick Basic White, Secret Sea, Splash of Sparkles DSP
Accessories: Balmy Blue Stampin' Blends, Iridescent Faceted gems, Under the Sun ephemera 

Thanks so much for joining me this week! 

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

Thursday, June 25, 2026

Sharing Creativity with Friends

 Good Morning, Stampers!

There’s something so special about holding another crafter’s work in your hands. Today I’m excited to share these beauties with you and celebrate the makers behind them. Whether you’re here for fresh inspiration, new techniques to try, or simply to admire the artistry of our crafting community, you’re in for a treat. You can see their choices, their style, their little signatures—things you might never think to try on your own. Swap cards remind us that creativity is a shared garden. We grow more when we grow together.

These cards will absolutely be inspiring future projects in my studio, and I hope they spark ideas for you too. Swapping is a wonderful way to connect, stretch your creativity, and celebrate the joy of handmade art.


Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

Wednesday, June 24, 2026

Paper Craft Crew Weekly Challenge #678

 Good Morning, Stampers!

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This week’s Paper Craft Crew Weekly Challenge invites us to step outside the standard cards and let our creativity wander into the land of dimensional, delightful, and downright fun projects. I love when a challenge nudges us to think differently, and this one had me reaching for something summery, sweet, and perfectly patriotic!

Today I’m sharing my Patriotic Popsicle Treat Holder, crafted with the Everyday Arches dies — proof that a die designed for one thing can become anything when you tilt your head and let your imagination take over. I used the 4 1/8" tall arch and made a simple box to hold your favorite yummy treats!




SU!pplies:
Stamps: Balloon Festoon
Ink: Craft White, Real Red, Blueberry Bushel, Basic Black
Paper: Basic White, Real Red, Blueberry Bushel, Crumb Cake
Accessories: Love Hope and Koy dies, Bordered in Beauty dies, Water Painter, Everyday Arches dies, Basic Rhinestones, Real Red Stampin' Blends, Blueberry Bushel Stampin' Blends, Candy/treats

Thanks so much for joining us this week!

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

See more ideas featuring this week's challenge:


Tuesday, June 23, 2026

You're Wonderful

 Good Morning, Stampers!

The Botanical Expressions bundle is about to bloom in the Stampin’ Up! Online Exclusives collection on July 1st, and it’s one of those releases that instantly feels like a creative playground. If you love layered foliage, soft florals, and that modern‑botanical aesthetic combined with uplifting sentiments that work for every season, this bundle is going to slide straight onto your "must have" list! 


Be sure to check my online store on July 1 for all the details!

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa




Monday, June 22, 2026

Grateful For Your Kindness

 Good Morning, Stampers!

Today I’m sharing a no‑layer stamped card that proves simplicity can be absolutely stunning. No die‑cutting. No embellishments. No fuss. Just ink, stamps, and a little leafy loveliness. The Simply Leaves bundle is part of the new Online Exclusives Collection coming to my online store July 1st. Clean lines, organic shapes, and a modern botanical vibe make this bundle a dream for quick cards, class projects, and those “I need a card in five minutes” moments we all know too well! Versatile for any occasion all through the Fall season!


Check my online store July 1st for this stamp and punch bundle
as well as more exciting products from the July Online Exclusives Collection!


Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa