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Sending You Well Wishes – Stampin’ Up Dandelion Wishes Stamp Set

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23 Dec

Well I do believe last week was the longest week ever, or at least it was for me. While I love the festive period, it also comes with challenges and stress that we face. I know I have fallen victim to running myself down and in turn found myself unwell, I hope you are all staying well and taking time…
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Thank You – Stampin’ Up! Lift Me Up Stamp Set

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20 Dec

We are know under a week to the big day and I super excited to have a few days rest with family. This being said with all the busyness of the festive season I have caught a cold and feeling rather sorry for myself! Do not worry though I’m putting my feet up with a hot chocolate as soon as…
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You Are Amazing – Stampin’ Up! First Frost & All Thing Thanks Stamp Set

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18 Dec

I’m sure you have all started your count down with the big day only being one week away! I know me and Sean have been busy making sure we are all prepared, wrapped and ready for use to spend the day with family. After all the hard work that comes with this festive season I’m a little grateful to look…
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Picked A Better Friend – Stampin’ Up! Beautiful Bouquet Stamp Set

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16 Dec

Can you believe how quickly Christmas is coming? It really reminds me to be grateful for the year passed and all the little things that have happened. The thing I’m most grateful for are all of you who regularly pop back to see what I’ve been up too. It means everything to me for everyone here, on Instagram, Facebook and…
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Christmas Tree – Stampin’ Up! Warm Hearted Stamp Set

Card Making

13 Dec

And so the time has come for me to stop with Christmas cards and long forward Spring and Summer time. Back in September when I started planning Christmas card designs I was a little nervous, now this will be project 20 and there’s not one card I regret posting or sharing with you all. This card is a little repeat…
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Christmas All Wrapped Up – Stampin’ Up! Wishing You Well & Beautiful Baubles Stamp Set

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11 Dec

Is anybody else starting to feel Christmassy? All I’ve done so far is eat, craft and be merry so I’m pretty happy on the count down to Christmas. This leads me perfectly onto today’s project. This started a little backwards and has a strange story behind it. I’m sure you all know how supportive my partner is when it’s comes…
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The @alexsyberiadesigns December Release is here, The @alexsyberiadesigns December Release is here, and I had to feature the Minimalist Flower Press Plate — it’s genuinely one of my favourites from the whole collection. 🌸✨

The detail it creates is unreal… crisp, modern, and so easy to bring to life with colour. I could have happily coloured these blooms all day! If you love a press plate that does most of the work for you but still feels totally customisable, this one is a dream.

Make sure you check out the full release over at Alex Syberia Designs — it’s packed with beautiful new products, and this plate is an absolute standout.

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Hello crafty friends! Day 30 is here — our final Hello crafty friends!

Day 30 is here — our final prompt of the 30 Day Christmas Cardmaking Challenge!
Today’s theme is Merry Little Moment, and for my card I wanted to freeze a tiny winter story in time.

I used the Warm Thoughts Stamp Set from @simonsaysstamp to paint this sweet scene — a snowman stopping by the postbox to send a little warmth on a cold winter’s day. Soft watercolour, gentle details, and a feeling of quiet kindness… the perfect way to wrap up this year’s challenge.

This has honestly been one of my favourite years yet. Thank you for crafting along, sharing your creations, and filling the community with so much joy. ❤️

Don’t forget to share your final card using #30DayChristmasCardMakingChallenge — I’d love to see your favourite moment from the month.

Here’s to many more merry little moments. ✨🎄
🎄 Day 30 – Merry Little Moment 🎄 We made it — Day 🎄 Day 30 – Merry Little Moment 🎄

We made it — Day 30!
What an absolutely incredible month of creativity, community, and festive magic. To close the challenge, today is all about reflection.

Your task is simple and meaningful:
✨ Share your favourite creation from the entire challenge.
It could be the card that pushed you creatively, the one that made you smile, the one that surprised you — or simply the one you loved making the most.

You might:
💌 Share the story behind why you picked it
🌟 Tell us what you learned during the challenge
🎨 Reflect on new techniques, colours, or styles you tried
💬 Celebrate others who inspired you along the way

This group has been unbelievable — every single post has added something special.
Let’s finish with a gallery full of your personal highlights.

Post your Merry Little Moment below and let’s wrap up this year’s challenge with warmth, gratitude, and a whole lot of festive joy.

#30DayChristmasCardMakingChallenge
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Day 29 | Cocoa & Company Today’s challenge is all Day 29 | Cocoa & Company

Today’s challenge is all about cosy mugs and warm winter comfort. For my card, I’ve used the Hot Chocolate Die & Stamp Set from @crafterscompanion to build a festive mug piled high with whipped cream, cookies, peppermints and candy canes — the perfect winter warmer.

You can join in by creating your own mug-themed design and sharing it in the group or on social using #30DayChristmasCardMakingChallenge.

Blog post:
https://martinsmayhem.co.uk/2025/11/30-day-christmas-card-making-challenge-2025-day-29.html

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☕ Day 29 – Cocoa & Company ☕ We’re getting warm a ☕ Day 29 – Cocoa & Company ☕

We’re getting warm and cosy today!
This prompt is all about comfort — steaming mugs, winter treats, cosy textures, and those little moments that make cold days feel magical.

You could:
🍫 Feature a big mug of hot cocoa, coffee, or tea with whipped cream or marshmallows
🧣 Add cosy elements like scarves, knit textures, blankets, or mittens
✨ Use warm tones — browns, creams, deep reds, or soft pinks
🎨 Create a café scene or a simple, clean design with a single mug as the star
❄️ Add steam swirls, hearts, or sparkles for that extra winter glow

Share your Cocoa & Company creations below — today’s gallery is going to feel like a warm hug.

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