CSF Saturday Blog Hop - Spring has Sprung

 Good Morning, Stampers!

 Spring has Sprung with the Create with Stampin'

Friends Saturday Blog Hop! For this week’s theme, I reached for one 

of my favorite springtime combinations: bright florals, sweet critters, 

and a cheerful pop of color. The star of the card is the darling bunny

 perched inside a flower pot, holding a carrot like it’s the first snack of the season. 

Surrounding him are colorful blossoms, a tiny chick, and soft tufts of 

grass — all layered to create a lively little spring scene with the

Easter Joy designer paper. It's a fun way to welcome the season!

SU!pplies:

Stamps: Easter Basket

Ink: Pecan Pie

Paper: Thick Basic White, Shy Shamrock, Cajun Craze, Wood Grain Wonders DSP, Easter Joy DSP

Accessories:  Easter Basket dies, Help Me Grow dies, Basic Rhinestones, Gray Granite ribbon, Sponge Dauber

Stampin' Blends: Crumb Cake, Bubble Bath, Pretty in Pink, Daffodil Delight, Timid Tiger, Shy Shamrock

Happie Stampin'!

Here are more Spring ideas from the team!

Go NEXT to see what Connie created

or BACK to see what Libby created!

Paper Craft Crew Weekly Challenge #666

 Good Morning, Stampers!

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Welcome to the Paper Craft Crew Weekly Challenge!

It's an Easter theme this week and I'm sharing a bright

and cheerful Easter card that just makes me smile. This little bunny from 

the Easter Basket bundle steals the show, and I loved building a soft 

spring scene from the Easter Joy designer paper around him. So easy!

If this little bunny has you feeling inspired, create your own spring‑themed 

project — bunnies, baskets, blooms, chicks, anything that celebrates 

the season — and play along with us! 

SU!pplies:
Stamps: Easter Basket

Ink: Tuxedo Black

Paper: Thick Basic White, Pretty in Pink, Soft Seafoam, Easter Joy DSP

Accessories: Easter Basket dies, Spotlight on Nature dies, Basic Beige ribbon

Stampin' Blends: Smoky Slate, Pretty In Pink

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

See all the ideas featuring this week's challenge:

CSF Saturday Blog Hop - Easter Bunnies and Friends

 Good Morning, Stampers!

Welcome to the Create with Stampin' Friends Saturday Blog

Hop! This week, the team has a little Easter inspiration with 

an Easter bunnies and friends theme! 

Easter crafting is in full bloom! The Easter Basket bundle is one of those sets that 

instantly sparks ideas — adorable characters, sweet spring details, and endless ways 

to mix and match the images to build a whole story on your card front!

Whether you’re sending this card to family, adding it to an Easter basket, 

or creating a whole series featuring each character, the Easter Basket 

bundle makes it easy to craft something joyful and full of personality for Easter.

SU!pplies:
Stamps: Easter Basket

Ink: Tuxedo Black

Paper: Thick Basic White, Old Olive, Easter Joy DSP

Accessories: Easter Basket dies, Stylish Shapes dies, Basic Beige ribbon

Stampin' Blends: Pretty in Pink, Old Olive, Fresh Freesia, Peach Pie, Smoky Slate, Bubble Bath

Happie Stampin'!

Ready for more Easter inspiration? 

Go NEXT to see what Connie created or

BACK to see whatLibby created!

rubberFUNatics Weekly Challenge #383

 Good Morning, Stampers!

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Easter crafting always brings out the sweetest imagery, and this project was no exception. Today I’m sharing a playful fun‑fold card created with the Easter Basket bundle. for this week's rubberFUNatics Weekly Challenge. It’s a cheerful mix of soft patterns, adorable spring characters, and a fold that gives the whole design a little extra charm. Check out the instructions below!

To create this card:

1. Cut the Crumb Cake card base to 5 1/2" x 8 1/2".

2. Score along the long edge at 1 1/4" & 4 1/4".

3. Fold the card in half and fold the top back along the score line. 

4. Cut the designer paper to 1 1/8" x 5 3/8" and adhere to the front panel.

5. Cut a 1 1/4" x 3 3/4" piece of Crumb Cake cardstock.

6. Cut a 1 1/8" x 3 5/8" piece of designer paper and adhere to the Crumb Cake cardstock.

7. Close the card and adhere the Crumb Cake cardstock strip to the front of the card - flush along

the right edge - to create the cross.

8. Cut a 2 7/8" x 5 3/8" & 1 1/2" x 5 1/2" pieces of Crumb Cake cardstock.

9. Stamp the egg image over both pieces using Versamark ink.

10. Adhere the large panel to the card front and the small panel to the inside of the card - along the right edge.

11. Cut a 2 1/2" x 5 3/8" piece of Thick Basic White cardstock. Stamp as desired and adhere to the inside of the card.

12. Cut a small circle from Thick Basic White cardstock and adhere to the cross using Stampin' Dimensionals.

13. Stamp the sentiment, flower, egg & chick onto Thick Basic White cardstock using Early Espresso ink. 

14. Cut the sentiment apart. Color the images as desired and cut. Cut the egg in half.

15. Adhere the chick to the egg.

16. Stamp the bunny onto Early Espresso cardstock using Craft White ink. Let dry completely. Cut.

17. Adhere the pieces to the circle using Stampin' Dimensionals.

18. Adhere (5) adhesive-backed sequins randomly to the cross as desired.

SU!pplies:
Stamps: Easter Basket

Ink: Early Espresso, Craft White, Versamark

Paper: Thick Basic White, Crumb Cake, Early Espresso, Easter Joy DSP

Accessories: Easter Basket dies, Spotlight on Nature dies, Adhesive Backed Sequins

Stampin' Blends: Pretty in Pink, Darling Duckling, Old Olive, Pumpkin Pie, Fresh Freesia

Thanks so much for joining me this week!

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

Paper Craft Crew Weekly Challenge #665

 Good Morning, Stampers!

Easter is just around the corner and the Paper Craft Crew

is here today with some Easter treat ideas! 

I created this simple box to hold some yummy treats!

They will be perfect as a party favor or place setting 

for Easter dinner. Add a little grass by snipping thin

strips of coordinating cardstock.

SU!pplies:
Stamps: Easter basket
Ink: Tuxedo Black
Paper: Thick Basic White, Granny Apple Green
Accessories: Scissors, Lovely Stripes embossing folder, Bubble Bath Stampin' Blends, Easter Basket dies, Help Me Grow dies, candy

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

Check out more ideas featuring this week's challenge:

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!

rubberFUNatics Weekly Challenge #382

 Good Morning, Stampers!

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Spring crafting season is officially here, and this week’s challenge is all

about Easter treats—the cuter, the sweeter, the better. I wanted to create

something that felt playful and gift‑ready, but also quick enough to make in

an afternoon. That’s how I ended up falling in love with this tiny project:
a mini egg carton filled with Easter candy.
It’s small, it’s charming, and it’s the kind of craft that makes
people smile before they even open it!

Once the outside was dressed up, it was time for a little surprise
for the inside! Of course, I had to tuck in a few sweet treats!

        

SU!pplies:
Stamps: Easter Basket

Ink: Tuxedo Black, Pool Party, Craft White

Paper: Thick Basic White, Crumb Cake, Soft Seafoam, Easter Joy DSP

Accessories: Everyday Arches dies, Three Banner Punch, Blending Brush, Bubble Bath ribbon

Stampin' Blends: Smoky Slate, Bubble Bath, Fresh Freesia, Lemon Lolly, Pool Party, Soft Seafoam, Timid Tiger

Misc.: Mini Egg Cartons (Amazon)

Thanks so much for joining me this week!

Happie Stampin'!

~Melissa

rubberFUNatics Weekly Challenge #381

 Good Morning, Stampers!

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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

March Creative Case and More - Hoppy Easter

 Good Morning, Stampers!

The March Creative Case and More is HERE! It's all

about celebrating SPRING! This month's kit features the

Easter Basket bundle from the Jan-Apr Mini Catalog. 

Limited kits available while supplies last.

Reserve your kit by March 1st - kits ship by March 15th.

March kit w/ BUNDLE - $95.00 - Contact me directly

March KIT ONLY - $45.00 -HERE

March OPTIONAL ADD-ON - $15.00 - HERE

(ships with kit)

*prices INCLUDE shipping and tax

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Don't want to miss a single kit?? 

The subscription option may be right for you!

Get all the details HERE and SAVE $5!

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February Kit Reveal - Happy Cake Day

It's a PARTY! This kit included (4) fun fold

cards, a perpetual birthday calendar and a 

*BONUS* project: It's My Birthday pin.

The optional ADD-ON included a set of (3)

hanging party decor and a birthday cake party favor

CSF Saturday Blog Hop - CASING Cindy Elam

 Good Morning, Stampers!

The Create with Stampin' Friends is bringing back

the CASING the DESIGNER for the next 4 weeks.

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

from October 25th and was immediately drawn to the crips, clean design.

Spring crafting season is officially here, and I couldn’t be more excited 

to share one of my favorite Stampin’ Up! releases of the year — the 

Easter Basket bundle. Whether you’re making cards, treat holders, or 

adorable décor pieces, this bundle brings all the charm of 

springtime right to your craft table!

SU!pplies:
Stamps: Easter Basket

Ink: Tuxedo Black, Crushed Curry, Old Olive

Paper: Thick Basic White, Old Olive, Regal Distressed Patterns

Accessories: Easter Basket dies, Basic Beige ribbon, Blender Pens

Happie Stampin'!

Ready to see what the rest of the theam chose from Cindy?

Go NEXT to see what Connie created or 

BACK to see what Libby created.

rubberFUnatics Weekly Challenge #380

 Good Morning, Stampers!

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Soft pastels, the promise of spring, and of course, the joy of creating
little handmade treasures. For this week’s paper‑craft challenge,
we are creating Easter Basket Tags!

Whether you’re dressing up a basket for a child, adding a handmade
touch to a neighbor‑gift, or simply looking for a small canvas to play
with new techniques, tags are the perfect bite‑sized project!

SU!pplies:
Stamps: Easter Basket

Ink: Tuxedo Black, Versamark

Paper: Thick Basic White, Coastal Cabana. Pretty in Pink, Soft Seafoam

Accessories: Party Banner dies, Easter Basket dies, Spotlight on Nature dies, 1/4" hole punch, Basic Beige ribbon. Strawberry Slush/Pretty in Pink gems

Stampin' Blends: Bubble Bath, Smoky Slate

Thanks for joining me this week!

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

FREE TUTORIAL! Easter Basket

 Good Morning, Stampers!

Check out one of the tutorials I am featuring in my weekly newsletter this week! It features the NEW
Easter Basket bundle from the Jan-Apr Mini Catalog. It's the perfect bundle for your Easter and Springtime paper crafts! Make sure you join my Weekly Newsletter list HERE so you don't miss out

on this as well as details on current promotions, classes to go and more!

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

Paper Craft Crew Weekly Challenge #617

 Good Morning, Stampers!

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This week, the Paper Craft Crew is creating Easter tags

using the sketch from page 12 of the mini catalog.

These are great for Easter baskets or gift bags, but you

can also make it the focal point of a card or 

scrapbook page, too!

I made the sweet little bunny from the Storybook Friends

bundle into a chocolate bunny using Early Espresso

cardstock and craft white ink. I added multiple layers using the 

Timeless Plaid designer paper and the Storybook Life and

NEW Paper Tags bundle coming in May to my online store!

SU!pplies:
Stamps: Storybook Friends, Storybook Life, Paper Tags 

Ink: Early Espresso, Craft White, Versamark

Paper: Basic White, Boho Blue, Mossy Meadow, Early Espresso, Timeless Plaid DSP

Accessories: Paper Tags dies, Stylish Shapes dies, Storybook Friends dies, 1/4" Basic White ribbon, white baker's twine, Glass and Gardens embossing folders

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

Check out more ideas featuring this week's challenge:

Paper Craft Crew Weekly Challenge #616

 Good Morning, Stampers!

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Easter is right around the corner and the Paper Craft

Crew is ready with some fun treat ideas for all your little bunnies! 

These sweet little bunnies were created using the Meant to Bee

dies. I love when I can find new ideas to use what I already

have - It's a lot easier to justify a purchase! I just added little

toppers to these mini jelly bean treats. They'll be so cute

inside all the Easter baskets this year!

SU!pplies:
Stamps: Storybook Friends, Meant to Bee

Ink: Tuxedo Black, Early Espresso

Paper: Basic White, Bubble Bath, Granny Apple Green, Crumb Cake, Melon mambo, Daffodil Delight, Pumpkin Pie

Accessories: Meant to Bee dies, Timber embossing folder, Basic Gray Stampin' Write Marker, Basic Rhinestones

Stampin' Blends: Bubble Bath, Melon Mambo, Pumpkin Pie, Daffodil Delight, toothpick

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

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