Velvet Meadow Suite

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There’s something timeless about a card that simply says Thinking of You. This card features the Velvet Meadow suite and captures that sentiment beautifully. The gorgeous Velvet Meadow designer paper set the color palette for this card and the specialty flocking on the papers bring a soft, touchable texture to your handmade projects.

This card is ideal for sending a little comfort or encouragement — proof that a handmade note can bloom brighter than any bouquet!

SU!pplies:
Stamps: Flowering Meadow

Ink: Peaceful Pine, Berry Burst, Craft White

Paper: Basic White, Berry Burst, Bubble Bath, Velvet Meadow DSP

Accessories: Scallop Blooms dies, Basic White Baker's Twine, Basic Rhinestones, Berry Bust Stampin' Blends, Floweing Meadow dies, Water Painter

Happie Stampin'!

~Melissa

NEW Impressions Plate

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You've heard of die cutting. Now, get ready for Impressions dies and plates! Combined with the Stampin' Cut and Emboss machine, these dies and plates will provide a more defined design - check it out:

 

Shop the Impression Plate HERE

Happie Stampin'!

~Melissa

CSF Saturday Blog Hop - Sprigs and Twigs

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Welcome back to another inspiring Saturday blog hop with Create with Stampin’ Friends! This week, we’re wandering into the wild and whimsical world of sprigs and twigs and all things beautifully botanical. Whether you love the look of delicate greenery, rustic woodland textures, or bold botanical silhouettes, this theme is a playground for creativity.

My project today spotlights the Fern and Flora design — a layered card 

that blends embossed panels, leafy die‑cuts, and a touch of rustic charm. 

SU!pplies:
Stamps: Ferna and Flora

Ink: Secret Sea

Paper: Basic White, Old Olive, Garden Green, Moonlit FLora DSP

Accessories: Fern and Flora DSP, Stylish Shapes dies, Old Olive RickRack, Dewdrop Embellishments

Happie Stampin'!

Be sure to check out more sprigs and twig ideas!

Go NEXT to see what Connie created ot

BACK to see what Libby created!

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rubberFUNatics Weekly Challenge #391

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This week’s rubberFUNatics Weekly Challenge sketch had me feeling all aflutter! I couldn’t resist pairing it with delicate embossing and a flutter of butterflies for a design that feels light, airy, and full of movement. Sketches are such wonderful springboards — they give structure while leaving room for imagination. This one inspired me to play with texture and symmetry, letting the butterflies dance across the design!

SU!pplies:

Stamps: All Aflutter

Ink: Hydrangea Hue

Paper: Thick Basic White, Hydrangea Hue

Accessories: All Aflutter punch, Nested Essentials dies, Hydrangea Hue ribbon, 2026-2028 In-Color Dots, Lazy Daisy embossing folder

Thanks so much for joining me this week!

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

Have the Best Day

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Some cards call for flowers—others need a view! The Far Away Landscapes stamp set is one of the newest additions to our Online Exclusives Collection and features three pencil-sketched outdoor scenes: a peaceful plain, a breezy beach, and a friendly farm. You can color, layer, and turn them into handmade cards for any occasion. The Online Exclusives are available while supplies last so grab your's before it's gone!

Shop the Far Away Landscapes in my online store HERE

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

Paper Craft Crew Weekly Challenge #672

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Welcome to the Paper Craft Crew Weekly Challenge! Sketch challenges are such a wonderful way to stretch your creativity and this week's sketch reminded me how structure can spark freedom — the Flowering Meadow bundle made it easy to blend texture, color, and sentiment into something heartfelt.

I’d love to see your take on this week’s sketch! Whether you use the Flowering Meadow bundle or another favorite, let your creativity bloom and share your project with the Paper Craft Crew community!

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

See more ideas featuring this week's sketch

Thoughtful Octopus Sweet Treat

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The Thoughtful Octopus stamp set from Stampin’ Up!’s Online Exclusives has completely stolen my heart—and today’s project shows exactly why. This charming little octopus is the perfect mix of whimsical and fun, and it shines on quick handmade gifts like this peach‑candy treat bag.

The Thoughtful Octopus Stamp Set is like an eight-armed hug in stamp form, featuring an octopus, seahorse, cupcakes, party hats, and more. Whether you’re crafting for birthdays, thank-yous, or just-because moments, these stamps bring playful under-the-sea charm to every project.

SU!pplies:
Stamps: Thoughtful Octopus

Ink: Tudeo Black, Coastal Cabana, Cajun Craze, Mossy Meadow, Early Espresso, Timid Tiger

Paper: Basic White, Coastal Cabana

Accessories: 4" x 8" cellophane bags, Water Painters

Happie Stampin'!

~Melissa

FREE TUTORIAL - BALLOON FESTOON

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Check out one of the FREE TUTORIALS available from this week's rubberFUNatics Weekly Newsletter! It features the NEW Balloon Festoon bundle from the MAY - AUGUST Catalog. Grab your heat tool, gold embossing powder and be sure you join my email list for access to all the FREE TUTORIALS!

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Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa