Filled with Love

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Some cards feel like a quiet breath of spring, and today’s project is exactly that — soft florals, gentle colors, and a sentiment that wraps around you like a warm hug. I’m excited to share this one with you because it features a sneak peek of the NEW Heirloom Boutique bundle and came together in the sweetest, most organic way.

The background is a field of hand‑stamped blooms, each one outlined with that sketchy, heirloom‑boutique charm. I kept the centers a warm golden tone and tucked in fresh green leaves to give the whole panel a soft, botanical feel. It’s the kind of pattern that looks effortless but instantly elevates the card.

To anchor everything, I added a strip of green patterned paper — just enough contrast to ground the design without stealing the spotlight. Over that sits a stitched rectangle sentiment panel, crisp and clean, carrying the heartfelt message:

Watch for the NEW Heirloom Boutique bundle coming to my online store in May!

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

May Interchangeable Magnetic Easel - Happy Birthday America

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I'm SO EXCITED to share with you the May Interchangeable 

Magnetic Easel Frame - Happy Birthday America!! It's a special 250th celebration! 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 décorin seconds. Limited kits available while supplies last. 

EASEL SOLD SEPARATELY. 

SU!pplies Needed to Complete:
Stamps: Balloon Festoon
Ink: Versamark, Craft White
Accessories: Balloon Festoon dies

Happy Birthday America KIT ONLY - $25.00 -  HERE

(includes shipping)

Please allow 7 -10 business days 

Happy Birthday America PDF ONLY - $6.95 - HERE

(emailed upon payment confirmation by 4/24)

Easel Sold Separately - HERE

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 from qualifying purchases, which helps support my work.

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

Feel Better Soon

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Some stamp sets just know how to deliver comfort with a smile, and the soon-to-be-released Ouch stamp set from the Online Exclusives Collection does exactly that. Whether you’re sending a little love to someone recovering from surgery, fighting off a cold, or simply navigating a rough week, this set helps you wrap your care in color, kindness, and a dash of whimsy. Watch for the Ouch stamp set coming to my online store in May!

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

CSF Saturday Blog Hop - Favorite New Catalog Bundle

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There’s a special kind of joy that comes with a brand‑new catalog — that fluttery, can’t‑wait‑to‑ink‑it feeling when a bundle jumps straight into your heart. For this week’s challenge, we’re celebrating that feeling by featuring our favorite new‑catalog bundle.!

I chose Heirloom Boutique and this bundle is everything I love about spring crafting — soft florals, gentle curves, and that timeless elegance that makes even the simplest card feel like a keepsake. It’s the kind of bundle that practically whispers ideas the moment you open the case.

Whether you’re drawn to bold botanicals, playful patterns, or something wonderfully unexpected, this challenge is all about celebrating what inspires you most!

SU!pplies:
Stamps: Heirloom Boutique

Ink: Tuxedo Black, Barely Blush

Paper: Basic White, Barely Blush, Gold Foil, Bloom Boutique

Accessories: Everyday Arches dies, Barely Blush ribbon, Bordered in Beauty dies

Stampin' Blends: Peaceful Pines, Barely Blush, Crisp Cantaloupe

Happie Stampin'!

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

GO NEXT to see what Connie created or

BACK to see what Libby created!

rubberFUNatics Weekly Challenge #387

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There’s something exciting about stepping outside the standard rectangle and letting a card take on a personality of its own. This week’s rubberFUNatics Weekly Challenge lets us to do exactly that — create a fun‑shaped card — and oh my crafty stars, was it delightful!

Shaped cards always feel like a little surprise waiting to be opened. They’re playful, unexpected, and full of charm… like handing someone a tiny piece of whimsy disguised as happy mail.

I turned my basic rectangle card into a file folder card using the

Bordered in Beauty dies. The card folds down for a little bit of 

fun while sending a pop of birthday cheer - Cue the confetti!

The Extraordinary Life and Bordered in Beauty dies will be

coming to my online store in May - stay tuned!

SU!pplies:
Stamps: Extraordinary Life, Banner Sayings

Ink: Craft White, Tuxedo Black, Melon Mambo

Paper: Basic White, Basic Black, Melon Mambo, Beautiful Ordinary Life DSP

Accessories: Black Baker's Twine, Extraordinary Life dies, Bordered in Beauty dies, 

Thanks so much for joining me this week - I hope you try a fun-shaped card in your next project!

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

Better Together

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Bring your most meaningful stories to life with the Heirloom Boutique Bundle. You’ll love how the coordinating stamps and dies add delicate florals, layered details, and heartfelt sentiments to your  scrapbook pages, cards, and handmade gifts. These timeless designs will help you turn every project into a keepsake to share and cherish. The Heirloom Boutique bundle is making its way to my online store in May when the NEW May - August catalog goes live - stay tuned!

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

Paper Craft Crew Weekly Challenge #668

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This week’s Paper Craft Crew color challenge is such a fun one — six gorgeous shades to choose from, and you get to pick any three for your project. It’s like opening a treasure box of ink pads and deciding which ones want to play together!

For my inspiration card, I reached for the Fern and Flora bundle and let the colors guide the mood. I chose to use Crumb Cake, Night of Navy and Pretty Peacock, and they worked beautifully with the layered foliage and soft, organic textures in this set. Color challenges like this always remind me how much creativity blooms when we limit our palette!

SU!pplies:

Stamps: Fern and Flora

Ink: Crumb Cake, Pretty Peacock, Craft White

Paper: Basic White, Night of Navy, Crumb Cake, Floral Charm DSP

Accessories: Water Painter, Stylish Shapes, Crumb Cake Baker's Twine, Fern and Flora dies

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

Check out more ideas featuring this week's challenge:

Double the Rewards - Double the Fun!

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It's time to treat yourself! 

2× Reward Points on Every Purchase — for a Limited Time

If you’ve been eyeing a new stamp set, stocking up on adhesives, dreaming about fresh designer papers or taking advantage of last-chance products for your next crafty session, this is your moment! For 3 days only, earn 2× the rewards on every purchase — yes, double the points, double the perks, double the happy mail magic with every order of $20 before tax/shipping.

Think of it as a little creative boost just for you… a sprinkle of sparkle on your crafting budget!

Visit my online store HERE, fill your cart with crafty joy, and watch those reward points multiply.

Happie Stampin' & Happie Shoppin'!

~Melissa