CSF Saturday Blog Hop - CASING Connie Babbert

 Good Morning, Stampers!

It's the last week for the The Create with Stampin' Friends 

CASE the DESIGNER!

This week, we are showcasing Connie!!. The card I used for 

the inspiration is from May 22nd. I loved her color selection and I really

liked how she added simple layers with strips of  patterned paper. 

I used the all-new Help Me Grow bundle from the Online Exclusives

Collection. It worked perfectly for her design!

SU!pplies:
Stamps: Help Me Grow

Ink: Secret Sea, Old Olive

Paper: Thick Basic White, Strawberry Slush, Old Olive, Secret Sea, Florals in Bloom DSP

Accessories: Help Me Grow dies, Strawberry Slush Stampin' Blends, Iridescent Foil Gems, Lovely Stripes embossing folder

Happie Stampin'!

Check out the rest of the teams ideas from Connie's

inspiration! Go NEXT to see what Connie created or 

BACK to see what Libby created!

     

Hello From Long Beach!

 Good Morning, Stampers!

I'm interrupting this week's rubberFUNatics Weekly Challenge and sharing some highlights from our annual Onstage convention in Long Beach, CA! Today, my team and I attended a fun stamping event where we made cards, mingled, swapped and enjoyed a delicious lunch! Check out these cute cards we created!

Thanks so much for stopping by today! I'll be back next week with another rubberFUNatics Weekly Challenge!

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

It's OnStage Long Beach

 Good Morning, Stampers!

I am spending this week in Long Beach at the annual Stampin' Up! convention! Of course, it wouldn't be a true convention without a little stamping before the festivities begin. A group of us got together and took over the hotel lobby for a shoebox swap. Each of us created a card and provided enough supplies for everyone to make the card. Here are a few of the cards we created today. I'll share more soon - stay tuned! 

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

Paper Craft Crew Weekly Challenge #664

 Good Morning, Stampers!

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Thank you for joining me for this week's Paper

Craft Crew weekly challenge! This week, we have a simple

sketch that offers lots of opportunities to get creative with

layers, textures and colors - we hope you'll play along!

This project is a reminder that you don’t need complicated techniques to make 

something meaningful. I combined the Along the Lines stamp set, Natural Botanicals

stamp set and the Floral Charm designer paper and I love the 

strong lines, soft expression, and a sense of calm that pairs beautifully

 with a simple sentiment from the Simply Said stamp set.

SU!pplies:
Stamps: Along the Lines, Natural Botanicals, Simply Said

Ink: Mossy Meadow, Cajun Craze

Paper: Thick Basic White, Cajun Craze, Floral Charm DSP

Accessories: Gold Sparkle Gems

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

Check out all the ideas featuring this week's challenge:

Sending My Love

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There’s something undeniably special about a handmade card. Long before it reaches someone’s hands, it carries intention — the quiet kind that comes from choosing colors, arranging details, and crafting a message that feels personal. The card I created this week reminded me just how meaningful that process can be.

Believe it or not, this card came together pretty quickly

thanks to this gorgeous Floral Charm designer paper! I hand cut the flowers

directly from the paper, embossed the designer paper

and added a simple sentiment from the Banner Sayings stamp set.

Shop my online store HERE

SU!pplies: Stamps: Banner Sayings

Ink: Misty Moonlight

Paper: Thick Basic White, Floral Charm DSP

Accessories: Damask Designs embossing folder, sanding block, Strawberry Slush/Pretty in Pink Gems, Misty Moonlight Stampin' Blends, Stylish Shapes dies

Happie Stampin'! ~Melissa

Thinking of You

 Good Morning, Stampers!

I wanted a card that felt comforting and grounded — something you’d send to a friend who needs a little brightness in their day. The floral paper brings a gentle, uplifting energy, while the woodgrain adds stability and warmth. Pairing them with a torn edge creates a natural transition that feels organic and handmade.

What I love most about this design is how the elements work together: the soft floral pattern, the rustic woodgrain, the torn edge that bridges the two, and the warm, earthy tag that carries the sentiment. It’s a reminder that thoughtful design doesn’t have to be complicated; it just has to be intentional.

SU!pplies:
Stamps: Layered Thoughts
Ink: Tuxedo BLack
Paper: Thick Basic White, Crumb Cake, Woodgrain Wonders DSP, Florals in Bloom DSP

Accessories: Garden Green Chevron ribbon. 2025-2027 In-Color Flat Pearls

Happie Stampin'!

~Melissa

NEW! Greenery Lane Washi Tape!

 Good Morning, Stampers!

Have you seen the NEWEST washi tape addition?! You LOVED the Extraordinary Flora washi tape from the Annual catalog, now check out the Greenery Lane washi tape! Add a touch of nature to all your crafts with this  3-1/2"  wide washi tape featuring delicate watercolor leaf sprigs, perfect for layering on cards, scrapbook pages, and journals and great for any occasion.. Use it as tape or trim the leaves to create easy stickers for effortless embellishing!

(Extraordinary Flora) 

Shop the Greenery Lane products

in my online store HERE

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

CSF Saturday Blog Hop - CASING Melissa Davies

 Good Morning, Stampers!

The Create with Stampin' Friends is bringing back

the CASING the DESIGNER for the next 2 weeks.

This week, we are showcasing ME!!. The card I used for 

my inspiration is from last March 29th. I really loved the muted 

tones in that card, so I challenged myself to recreate it using the 

NEW Seasonal Celebrations stamp set.

Whether you’re sending Easter greetings, creating springtime 

gift tags, or simply enjoying a quiet moment at your craft table, 

this design is a gentle reminder of what makes handmade cards 

so meaningful. They’re tiny pieces of joy we get to share with others!

SU!pplies:
Stamps: Seasonal Celebrations

Ink: Basic Beige, Tuxedo Black, Bubble Bath, Craft White

Paper: Thick Basic White, Basic Beige, Pecan Pie, Beautiful Gallery DSP

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

Happie Stampin'!

Ready to see more ideas from the rest of the team?

Go NEXT to see what Connie created or

BACK to see what Libby created!