March Product of the Month - Notes of Spring

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Exciting News! The March Product of the Month is HERE! Create an adorable card with this stamp set and send it to some-bunny you love! Or use it to craft a scrapbook spread of a moment you hold deer. Whatever you choose to create, this stamp set with woodland friends and useful sentiments is sure to add some springtime joy!

This stamp set is available in my online store HERE

thru March 31st while supplies last. 

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

FREE TUTORIAL!

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Spring crafting is officially in full bloom, and today’s project is one of my favorites of the season—a sweet, cheerful card created with Stampin’ Up!’s Easter Basket bundle. Whether you’re making cards for family, friends, or your springtime stash, this project is simple, fresh, and full of texture. I'm offering this FREE TUTORIAL in my weekly newsletter this week. Be sure to join my email list so you have access to FREE TUTORIALS as well as details on Classes to Go, current promotions and more! 

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Happie Stampin'!

~Melissa

Metallic Heat Embossing

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Did heat embossing draw you into the stamping world? If you love the magic of heat embossing, here’s a fresh way to heat up a tried-and-true technique—create medallion accents and other metallic-inspired elements. These glam ideas are fun way to add extra pop to your projects! Fire up your heat guns and give it a try!

Get the printable PDF HERE

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

CSF Saturday Blog Hop - CASING Libby Fens

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The Create with Stampin' Friends is bringing back

the CASING the DESIGNER for the next 3 weeks.

This week, we are showcasing Libby. I found her inspiration photo

from June 7thth and was immediately drawn to the fun touches she

added to the letters! 

Graduation season is all about big milestones, bold statements, and 

celebrating the journey ahead—so why not let your card design reflect that

 energy? The Seasonal Celebrations bundle is a natural

 fit for graduation projects, thanks to its bold images and mix‑and‑match accents 

and it pais perfectly with the Reason to Celebrate stamp set!

SU!pplies: 

Stamps: Seasonal Celebrations, Reason to Celebrate

Ink: Pecan Pie, Early Espresso, Basic Beige

Paper: Basic Beige, Pecan Pie, Early Espresso

Accessories: Party Alphabet dies, Hope. Love and Joy dies

Happie Stampin'!

Ready for more inspiration from the rest of the team?

Go NEXT to see what Connie created or BACK 

to see what Libby created!

    

rubberFUNatics Weekly Challenge #381

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This week’s rubberFUNatics Challenge is all about this clean and flexible sketch. I'm welcoming spring, and what better way to celebrate than with an Easter‑themed project using the Seasonal Celebrations stamp set! With its sweet imagery and playful seasonal icons, this set is perfect for creating cards that feel fresh, joyful, and full of new‑season energy.

SU!pplies:
Stamps: Seasonal Celebrations

Ink: Tuxedo Black, Smoky Slate, Bubble Bath, Craft White

Paper: Thick Basic White, Bubble Bath, Smoky Slate, Basic Black, Pleasant Patterns Specialty

Accessories: Stylish Shapes dies, Bubble Bath ribbon, Strawberry Slush/Pretty on Pink Gems, Forever Plaid embossing folder, Water painter

Thanks so much for joining me this week!

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

Lucky to be Friends

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St. Patrick’s Day crafting is all about simple joy—bright greens, lucky clovers, and little handmade surprises that make people smile. I put together a batch of peppermint patty treats dressed up using the Good Luck stamp set from the Online Exclusives Collection. These little treats are quick to assemble, budget‑friendly, and perfect for special friends, coworkers, classmates, neighbors, or anyone who could use a little extra luck (and chocolate) in their day!

Shop the Good Luck stamp set in my online store HERE

SU!pplies:
Stamps: Good Luck

Ink: Shy Shamrock, Tuxedo Black, Craft White

Paper: Thick Basic White, Basic Black, Shy Shamrock 2 Toned

Accessories: Adhesive Backed Gold Glitter Gems, Wild Wheat Stampin' Blends, Stylish Shapes dies

Misc.: Peppermint Patties

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

Paper Craft Crew Weekly Challenge #662

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There’s something special about sitting down with a stamp set that feels both beautiful and meaningful. This week, I pulled out the Prayers & Promises stamp set—one of those sets that seems to whisper encouragement the moment you open the case—and paired it with this week's Paper Craft Crew Weekly Sketch Challenge. The combination turned out to be exactly the creative spark I needed.

The Prayers & Promises is one of those sets that carries heart. The uplifting sentiments make it perfect for cards meant to comfort, encourage, or simply remind someone they’re not alone. I love that it works for soft, serene designs as well as bold, faith‑filled statements and pairing it with the Beautiful Gallery suite is the perfect blend of messages and design!

SU!pplies:
Stamps: Gallery Blooms, Prayers and Promises

Ink: Versamark, Mossy Meadow, Craft White

Paper: Very Vanilla, Basic Beige, Mossy Meadow, Beautiful Gallery DSP

Accessories: Party Banner dies, Very Vanilla Baker's Twine

Happie Stampin'!
Melissa

Check out more ideas featuring this week's challenge:

Love You Bunches

 Good Morning, Stampers!

 I’m so excited to share a first look at a brand‑new bundle that captures all that fresh, growing‑season charm: the upcoming Help Me Grow stamp set and its coordinating dies. The Help Me Grow bundle feels like a breath of fresh spring air—versatile, charming, and full of creative potential. Whether you’re a gardener at heart or simply love nature‑inspired crafting, this set is going to be a must‑have addition to your collection. The Help Me Grow bundle will be available in my online store beginning March 3rd! 

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa