Hello Flourish

Good Morning, Stampers!

Today's card is a little bit of stampin' and a whole lot of thinlittin'!! I think these flourishes are my favorite of all thinlits! So pretty and so detailed. It's easy to dress them up or dress them down, too.
I paired it with the Burlap background stamp for a little shabby-chic!

SU!pplies:
Stamps: Eastern Beauty
Ink: Soft Suede
Paper: Very Vanilla, Old Olive, Calypso Coral, Soft Suede, Gold Foil
Accessories: Gold sequins, Flourish thinlits, Bold Butterfly framelits, Layering Circle framelits

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

I Adore You

Good Morning, Stampers!

Today's card is a project I created featuring the Graceful Garden stamp set. I adore the elegant look of the Basic Black with the Pool Party with this set. The detailed flowers with the different patterns and textures along with the soft watercolor background really set each other off nicely.

SU!pplies:
Stamps: Graceful Garden
Ink: Archival Basic Black, Pool Party
Paper: Whisper White, Basic Black, Whole Lot of Lovely
Accessories: Label punch, Basic rhinestones, Garden Trellis embossing folder

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

Kit to Go - World's Greatest Dad Plaque

Good Morning, Stampers!

I have a new project celebrating the "World's Greatest Dad's" in your life! This is a 2 1/4" x 10" altered wood plaque complete with embellishments perfect for Father's Day!

Kit INCLUDES:
* 2 1/4" x 10" wooden plaque
* embellishments, designer papers and die cuts
* Full-color instructions

Kit DOES NOT INCLUDE:
* Stamps/stamped images
* Inks
* Adhesives
* Shipping (US only)

SU!pplies Needed:
Stamps: Guy Greetings, Nailed It
Ink: Soft Suede, Early Espresso, Smoky Slate, Real Red
Accessories: Fine Tip Glue Pen

World's Greatest Dad Plaque Kit - $10.00
(+ shipping - US Only)

PDF Instructions Only- $1.95
(emailed after payment is confirmed)

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

CCMC Saturday Blog Hop - Retiring Stamp Sets

Good Morning, Stampers!

It's another fun Create with Connie and Mary

Saturday Blog hop today!

This week, we are saying "good-bye" to our favorite retiring stamp sets.

I actually have (3) sets that I am bummed to be losing.

I love the two-step stamping of the Picture Perfect images 

but I am really sad to lose my two background/filler sets -

 Gorgeous Grunge and Perpetual Birthday Calendar!

So, for my card, I used all three sets!

The background is created easily with stamps, inks and

a stampin' spritzer. I spritzed the watercolor paper with water

and began stamping the different images from both Gorgeous 

Grunge and Perpetual Birthday Calendar in bright colors and

let it dry completely. Then, I stamped the humming bird and rose

onto Whisper White cardstock, cut and adhered them

to the card front along with the sentiment using Stampin' Dimensionals.

SU!pplies:

Stamps: Gorgeous Grunge, Perpetual Birthday Calendar, Picture Perfect

Ink: Archival Basic Black, Lemon Lime Twist, Berry Burst, Pumpkin Pie, Crushed Curry

Bermuda Bay

Paper: Watercolor, Whisper White, Basic Black

Accessories: Stampin' Spritzer

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

The June Create with Connie and Mary

Mini Session is featuring ALL-NEW stamp sets

and accessories! Stay tuned for more details!

Hop forward to see what Connie has created or

back to see what Debbie has created!

                    

So Proud of You

Good Morning, Stampers!

It's that time of year! School is coming to an end and it's time for graduation celebrations! The simple letters are paired with the Crazy About You stamp set - great for personalization! Change out the color palatte to coordinate with your school colors!

SU!pplies:
Stamps: Crazy About You
Ink: Rose Red, Crushed Curry
Paper: Crushed Curry, Whisper White, Rose Red
Accessories: Large Letter framelits, Enamel Shapes, Crushed Curry Baker's Twine

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

OSAT May Blog Hop - Clean and Simple

Good Morning, Stampers!

Welcome to the OSAT May Blog Hop!

This month, we are creating Clean and Simple projects!

Whether you are arriving from Jessie's blog, or just starting out,

you will be directed at the bottom so you won't miss a thing!

With Mother's Day in just a few days, I created a quick and

easy card and treat for a last-minute gift for the special ladies

in your life. Mothers, Grandmothers, Sisters, Daughers, Daughters-in-law, etc.

The projects feature a little of the "old" and a little of the "new".

We will soon be saying "good-bye" to the Flower Patch stamp set

and "hello" to the NEW Berry Burst In-Color!  

Create these flower treats with your favorite framelit

or punch and a tasty chocolate!

I added the same flower to the center of the card

after adhering the NEW Fresh Florals designer papers - so simple!

SU!pplies:

Stamps: Flower Patch, Teeny Tiny Wishes

Ink: Old Olive, Berry Burst, Archival Basic Black

Paper: Whisper White, Fresh Florals DSP

Accessories: Flower Fair Framelits

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

Continue along on the hop!

See what Clean and Simple projects

Sue has to share with you!

Megan Thompson - http://meganttstamps.blogspot.com/2...

Jessie Holton - http://www.jessieholton.com/2017/05...

**YOU ARE HERE!** - http://rubberfunatics.blogspot.com/...

Sue Plote - http://thispinkrooster.blogspot.com/...

Kelly Acheson - http://astampabove.typepad.com/my-b...

Dena Rekow- http://www.thecreativitycave.com/my...

Renee Ondrajka - http://stampinwithrenee.blogspot.com/...

Wynne Grob - http://cropsscissorspaper.blogspot.com/...

Elizabeth Jeanne - http://craftsbyhappystamper.com/201...

Lisa Altman - http://bluetricyclecrafts.blogspot.com/...

Anna Smith - http://www.scrappingstampingandstuff.com/...

Tina Rackley Riddle - http://www.tinascropshop.com/2017/0...

Maria Willis - http://cardbomb.blogspot.com/2017/0...

Rick Adkins - http://wp.me/p2AuXD-3Oj

Jennifer Hill - https://onecraftysister.com/2017/05/osat-blog-hop-clean-and-simple/

Marisa Gunn - http://dzinesbymeg.typepad.com/dzin...

Pam Staples - https://wp.me/p3p2VA-1Nh

Jeanna Bohanon http://www.stamptimesomewhere.com/s...

Lori Mueller http://www.stampindreams.com/my-blo...

Justin Krieger - http://wp.me/p5dZez-6er

Andrea Tracy-Tucker - http://onestampinmothertucker.blogspot.com/...

Flower Fun Card Class and Kit to Go

Good Morning, Stampers!

My new Card Class and Kit to Go - Flower Fun - is ready to go! These cards are perfect for Mother's Day, but will also be great for any occasion or life event!

Kit INCLUDES:
* Consumable Supplies to create (3) cards
* Die Cuts and Embellishments
* Full-color step-by-step instructions

Kit DOES NOT INCLUDE:
* Stamps/stamped images
* Inks
* Adhesives
* Shipping (US Only)

SU!pplies Needed to Complete:
Stamps: Flourishing Phrases, Birthday Blooms, Remarkable You, Gorgeous Grunge, Work of Art, Brushstrokes, Crazy About You, Teeny Tiny Wishes, First Sight
Ink: Versamark,Smoky Slate, Daffodil Delight, Old Olive, Basic Gray, Blushing Bride, Archival Basic Black, Whisper White, Flirty Flamingo
Accessories: Silver Embossing Powder, heat tool

Flower Fun Card Class and Kit to Go - $10.00
(+ shipping - US only)

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

Flower Fair Interchangeable Display Plate

Good Morning, Stampers!

For this month's Interchangeable Display Plate, we are creating a centerpiece full of flowers in beautiful, soft colors along with sentiments to celebrate Mom or flowers! 

Kit INCLUDES:
* All consumable supplies
* All die cuts and embellishments
* (2) sentiments for you to choose from
* Full-color, step-by-step instructions

Kit DOES NOT INCLUDE:
* Stamps/stamped images
* Inks
* Display Plate
* Adhesives
* Shipping (US only)

SU!pplies Needed:
Stamps: Flower Patch
Ink: Flirty Flamingo, Old Olive, Pear Pizzazz, Pool Party, Peek-a-Boo Peach, So Saffron
Accessories: Flower Fair framelits (optional)

Flower Fair Interchangeable Display Plate - $10.00
(+ shipping - US only)

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

Watercoloring Using Stamps and the Stampin' Spritzer

Good Morning, Stampers!

I have a fun technique to share with you today! This video shows how easy it is to get a watercolor look from your stamps. Grab a few of your favorite ink colors, stamps and a Stampin' Spritzer. 

You'll be spritzin' stamps in no time!

Happie Stampin'!

~Melissa

You Made My Day

Good Morning, Stampers!

I guess I just wasn't ready to to put that Basket Bunch stamp set away! I really had to force myself not to use the bunny, too! haha! Using up a little of the soon-to-be-retired Pop of Pink Washi Tape and added a pop of pink to the flowers. I really like the look of a black and white card with a splash of color. So vibrant!

SU!pplies:
Stamps: Basket Bunch
Ink: Archival Basic Black, Melon Mambo
Paper: Whisper White, Basic Black
Accessories: Blender pen, Pop of Pink Washi tape, Swirly Scribbles thinlits

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

Peek-A-Boo to Someone New!

Good Morning, Stampers!

We are trying out the new watercolor pencils in my weekly 3/$5 card classes this week!. A
quick and simple design keeps the watercolor background as the focal point. Easy and fun to do!

Contact  me for the Weekly 3/$5 Card Class schedule!

SU!pplies:
Stamps: Something for Baby
Ink: Early Espresso
Paper: Whisper White, Watercolor
Accessories: Watercolor pencils, Aqua painter, Baby's Firsts framelits

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

For You Gift Bag

Good Morning, Stampers!

One of the great things about Stampin' Up! images are their versatility. This everyday flower image from the Blooms and Wishes stamp set is perfect as a holiday poinsettia. Never to early to start your holiday projects!

SU!pplies:
Stamps: Blooms and Wishes
Ink:  Chocolate Chip, Watermelon Wonder, Garden Green
Paper: Whisper White, Soft Sky
Accessories: Linen Thread, Stitched Shapes framelits, Glassine Gift Bag

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

CCMC Saturday Blog Hop - Punch Art

Good Morning, Stampers!

Welcome to the Create with Connie and Mary Saturday Blog Hop!

This week, we are sharing fun ideas using punches!

One of the things I love to do with my punches is to

combine them with other punches to create out-of-the-box ideas!

You get more uses out of the punches and a lot more "bang for your buck"!

I learned how to make dragonflies from punches when I was

first starting out and to this day, is still one of my favorite 

punch arts to create. It's so simple and easy and requires

just a 3/4" circle punch and a heart punch.

The wings are punched from Vellum cardstock and embossed 

with the Falling Petals embossing folder.

SU!pplies:

Stamps: You're So Sweet

Ink: Archival Basic Black, Pacific Point

Paper: Watercolor, Pacific Point, Vellum, Pear Pizzazz

Accessories: Aqua Painter, Basic Black marker, Sweetheart punch, 3/4" circle punch

Happie Stampin'!

~Melissa

It’s not too late to subscribe to the Create with 

Connie and Mary April Mini Edition!  

Our mini sessions include 

the instructions for 14 projects and are

available right away so you can get creating!

Visit Create with Connie and Mary to subscribe!

Are you ready for more great punch ideas?

Go forward to see Connie's project

or back to see Debbie's project!

               

Dino-rrific!

Good Morning, Stampers!

Today's project is a fun way to dress up a plain gift bag for a fun party celebration! What better way to present a one-of-a-kind package than to create a coordinating gift bag, tag and tissue for the perfect gift-giving ensemble??!!

SU!pplies:
Stamps: No Bones About It
Ink: Pear Pizzazz, Marina Mist, Always Artichoke, Whisper White
Paper: Whisper White, Marina Mist DSP
Accessories: Kraft gift bag, White tissue paper, small clothespin

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

 Our April 2017 Mini Session goes live TOMORROW!!!

Each mini session includes TWELVE unique cards featuring three stamp sets, and

TWO 3D items perfect projects for your club, classes, stamp camps or gifts

All 14 project tutorials are available once the mini session opens

so you immediately have all project tutorials right there at your fingertips

All designs and tutorials are EXCLUSIVELY for subscribers and

will not be posted anywhere else online.

Visit Create with Connie and Mary for details!

Home Sweet Home

Good Morning, Stampers!

Are you ready for the next Interchangeable Display Plate??!! This month, we are creating a "Home Sweet Home" themed plate. This will be a great filler for those in-between-the-holiday months.

Check out all the details on the Interchangeable Display Plate HERE

ALL KITS ARE SOLD OUT - THANK YOU!!

PDF Available - $2.95

SU!pplies Needed to Complete:
Stamps: Best Birds, Sweet Home
Ink: Archival Basic Black, Old Olive, Flirty Flamingo, Cajun Craze, Crumb Cake, Early Espresso
Accessories: Birds and Blooms framelits (optional), blender pen, Charger Plate, Home Sweet Home framelits, Large Letter framelits, Cupcake Cut Outs framelits, 8" cardboard circle (optional)

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

CCMC Saturday Blog Hop - Spring Flowers

Good Morning, Stampers!

We are celebrating Spring this week with the

Create with Connie and Mary Saturday Blog Hop!

First I must say I had a hard time deciding which flowers

to use as there are so many amazing flower sets to choose from!

The Flourish thinlits are one of my absolute favorite die

cut sets. The flowers are so intricate and detailed. I especially

like that you can snip off pieces of the larger flowers to make 

smaller flowers for a truly unique flower spray!

Here, I used the large bold flower spritzed with water and

a few taps of Gold Wink of Stella to create the background.

SU!pplies:
Stamps: Flourishing Phrases
Ink: So Saffron, Early Espresso
Paper: Old Olive, Perfect Plum, Rose Red, Very Vanilla
Accessories: Flourishes thinlits, Linen Thread, Gold Wink of Stella, Basic Pearls

Just a few days until the much-anticipated

April Mini Session goes LIVE!

The designer's have create all-new projects

featuring products from the Occasions Mini Catalog.

These never-before-seen projects are available as soon

as the session goes live, so you can begin creating your projects

right away! These projects are exclusive to the

session and will not be shown anywhere else!

Visit Create with Connie and Mary

to see what the excitement is all about!

Now continue along on the Spring hop!

Go forward to see Connie's project

or back to see Debbie's project!

A Quick Note

Good Morning, Stampers!

I think I may have made my fastest card ever! I was in a bind and needed a quick card. With just a few minutes to spare, I whipped the card front through the Big Shot and die cut the bird. A quick stamp of the sentiment and a bow and VOILA! A two-minute card complete!

SU!pplies:
Stamps: Eastern Beauty
Ink: Early Espresso
Paper: Whisper White, Early Espresso
Accessories: Floral Affection embossing folder, Early Espresso Baker's Twine, Birds and Blooms thinlits

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

April Mini Session

STARTS APRIL 11TH!

ALL-NEW projects have been designed and

we can't wait to share them with you!

(14) projects including step-by-step

tutorials for one low price! 

Visit Create with Connie and Mary

and get all the details on how you can

get in on all the fun!

Bunny Treats

Good Morning, Stampers!

I found these cute little M and M candies packaged like sour cream containers while out shopping recently. I thought they would make the cutest little bunnies for Easter! I will have these for all
my class attendees through Easter - better start multiplying these bunny treats!

I added a little white puff ball for the cottontail!

SU!pplies:
Stamps: Playful Pals
Ink: Basic Gray, Blushing Bride
Paper: Whisper White
Accessories: Blender Pen
Non SU!pplies: M and M candies, little white puff balls

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

My Sunshine

Good Morning, Stampers!

We are expecting nothing but rain here for Spring Break this week, so I thought I would hare a little sunshine to brighten the days! Two-step stamping is so much fun and the Over The Rainbow gives you many creative options!

SU!pplies:
Stamps: Over the Rainbow
Ink: Tempting Turquoise, Crushed Curry
Paper: Whisper White, Crushed Curry, Tempting Turquoise DSP
Accessories: Crushed Curry Baker' Twine, Epoxy Stickers

COMING SOON! 

 Our April 2017 Mini Session goes live April 11th!

Each mini session includes TWELVE unique cards featuring three stamp sets, and

TWO 3D items perfect projects for your club, classes, stamp camps or gifts

All 14 project tutorials are available once the mini session opens

so you immediately have all project tutorials right there at your fingertips

All designs and tutorials are EXCLUSIVELY for subscribers and

will not be posted anywhere else online.

Visit Create with Connie and Mary for details!

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

Hello, Spring!

Good Morning, Stampers!

Today is the last day for Sale-A-Bration 2017! The Delicate Details stamp set has been one of my favorites! I love the feminine and dainty feel that it adds to any project. I am certainly going to miss it!

Be sure to get your favorites before the end of the day!

Use the Hostess Code and I will send you a free

gift when your order totals $25 (before tax/shipping)

SHOP HERE

SU!pplies:

Stamps: Delicate Details, Circle of SpringThat's The Tag

Ink: Whisper White, Basic Gray, So Saffron, Pear Pizzazz

Paper: Pear Pizzazz, Whisper White, Basic Gray

Accessories: Layering Circles, Detailed Dragonflies thinlits, Whisper White Baker's Twine, Basic Rhinestones, Delicate White Doilies

Happie Stampin'!

~Melissa