Addressed to You - Coming Soon!

 Good Morning, Stampers!

There’s something magical about opening the mailbox and finding a handmade card waiting inside. With Stampin’ Up!’s new Addressed to You stamp set, you can take that joy one step further—by decorating not just the card, but the envelope too! This set is designed to make every piece of mail feel like a gift. The Addressed to You stamp set is more than just a tool—it’s an invitation to make your happy mail unforgettable! The Addressed to You stamp set it coming to my online store Janaury 6th! Add this fun set to your wishlist!

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

Paper Craft Crew Weekly Challenge #652

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The holidays are joyful—but let’s be honest, they’re also busy! 

Between shopping, decorating, and baking, it can feel overwhelming to 

squeeze in cardmaking. That’s where a card sketch becomes your secret weapon!

This week's Paper Craft Crew Challenge has a simple sketch perfect

for the busy holiday season. No need to overthink - just jump straight

into it with a simple designer paper or stamped images along with a simple

sentiment and an embellishment or two. It's stress-free crafting!

I let this beautiful Elegant Pine Snowflakes designer paper be

 the main focal point - it's gorgeous on it's own! I just added a combination

 of sentiments to finish it off and I'm back to holiday prep in no time!

SU!pplies:
Stamps: Delicate Pines, Reason to Celebrate (coming soon!)

Ink: Old Olive, Shaded Spruce, Craft White

Paper: Thick Basic White, Crumb Cake, Cherry Cobbler, Shaded Spruce, Pool Party, Elegant Pine Snowflake DSP

Accessories: Mini Alphabet dies, Forever Plaid embossing folder, Baker's Twine Essentials

We hope you'll play along with us - it's fun to see all the different designs using one sketch! 

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

Check out more designs featuring this week's sketch:

December Product of the Month - True Blue Florals

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If you’re anything like me, you know that the right paper can transform a project from “pretty” to “absolutely unforgettable.” This month’s Product of the Month 12x12 Designer Series paper - True Blue Florals - is the perfect way to spark your creativity and bring fresh energy to your stamping and crafting! Whether you’re crafting for winter holidays, birthdays, or everyday gratitude projects, these papers adapt beautifully. 

A little inspiration to get you started:

Get these papers while supplies last in my online store HERE

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

Oh, Happy Day!

Good Morning, Stampers!

Check out this pretty new set - A Round of Hellos - coming to my online store in January! It's a fun 2-step stamp set that will brighten anyone's day with cheerful floral images and uplifting everyday sentiments and works in conjunction with the 2" circle punch. I see some Springtime crafting happening!

Watch my online store beginning January 6th for

all the new Online Exclusives products!

Happie Stampin!
~Melissa

Wow Tip: Embossing Folder Ink Transfer

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Make merry with this super-simple way to make your cards pop! An embossing folder + brayer + ink was the secret behind this yuletide wonder. Grab your favorite embossing folder and give it a try!

Look how easy and fun and easy it is! 

Step 1: Open your embossing folder and apply Old Olive ink to the back panel (the side without raised details). Place your Basic White Cardstock inside.

Step 2: Using a Stampin’ Brayer, apply firm pressure to the embossing folder to transfer ink to the cardstock. Tip: Use your fingers to press smaller spaces to transfer more ink to the cardstock.

Step 3: Remove the inked cardstock, then place red sequins over the single berries.

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

CSF Saturday Blog Hop - Christmas Flowers

 Good Morning, Stampers!

The holidays are in full swing, and this week our blog hop is blossoming with festive flair!  We’re celebrating the beauty of Christmas flowers—those timeless blooms that bring cheer, color, and a touch of magic to the season. From the classic poinsettia with its bold red petals, to delicate Christmas roses, to fragrant amaryllis, these blooms remind us of warmth, love, and the spirit of giving!

I combined the Layers of Beauty bundle with the Delicate Pines bundle 

along with a touch of snow to my Christmas roses. I finished it off with a 

little Wink of Stella and Basic Rhinestones for added holiday sparkle.

 I just love how these all came together! 

SU!pplies:
Stamps: Layers of Beauty, Delicate Pines

Ink: Tuxedo Black, Craft White

Paper: Cherry Cobbler, Mossy Meadow, Thick Basic White, Basic Black

Accessories: Layers of Beauty dies and masks, Blending Brushes, Heat Tool, White embossing powder, Basic Rhinestones, Wink of Stella, Beautiful Pattern embossing folder

Happie Stampin'!

Ready for a little more holiday floral inspiration?

Go NEXT to see what Connie created or BACK to

see what Libby created!

rubberFUNatics Weekly Challenge #370

 Good Morning, Stampers!

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Stockings are the hidden gems of holiday morning—small surprises 

that bring big smiles. This year, let’s fill them with thoughtful, creative 

goodies that go beyond candy canes for this week's rubberFUNatics 

Weekly Challenge! What fun treats do you like to include in your stockings?

Yummy hot cocoa treats are always a favorite! 

I added the peppermint cocoa packet, a chocolate santa

and a peppermint to stir and enjoy long after the cocoa is gone!

SU!pplies:
Stamps: More than Autumn
Ink: Real Red, Tuxedo Black, Shaded Spruce

Paper: Basic White, Basic Black, Shaded Spruce, Take a Bow DSP

Accessories: Stylish Shapes dies, Adhesive-backed Peppermints, White Tulle, More than Autumn dies, Red/White Baker's Twine

Thanks for joining me this week!

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa

Sparkling Ornaments

 Good Morning, Stampers!

The holidays are the perfect time to let your creativity shine, and today I’m sharing a card project that combines two favorites: the ornaments from the Jar of Joy stamp set and a card template from the Holiday Mini Catalog. Together, they create a design that’s both classic and playful—ideal for spreading cheer this season.

Using a template gives you a base to get you started - you

just need to focus on the fun of decorating! 

SU!pplies:
Stamps: Jar of Joy

Ink: Tuxedo Black

Paper: Thick Basic White, Real Red, Gathering Together DSP

Accessories: Stylish Shapes dies, Red/White Baker's Twine, Wink of Stella, Basic Rhinestones

Stampin' Blends: Real Red, Old Olive, Darling Duckling

Happie Stampin'!
~Melissa