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Love What You Do

Card Making

22 Jul

Back with some Crumb Cake! I’m honestly surprised I haven’t used this colour more. I took a trip back down memory lane earlier this morning to see what cards I could remark using newer Stampin’ Up products. The first thing I noticed, lots of Crumb Cake, don’t get me wrong I love it and I’m sure you do too but…
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Botanical Birthday

Card Making

19 Jul

It’s nearly Friday, which means its nearly the weekend! Are you as excited as me? We are back with the Botanical Bliss (146612) stamp set, are you ready for a arty fatty card? Well as arty as I can get that is. I wanted to keep this one simple with a Whisper White base and an additional layer to separate…
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Cheers

Card Making

17 Jul

Evening all, hows the new week treating you? Can you guess what stamp set I’ll be using for today’s card?  That’s right it’s the Time for Tea (147069) again. Don’t worry I’ll be placing an order at the end of the month and new stamp sets will be included. However this being said I hope your are seeing how many…
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Friend

Card Making

15 Jul

How are we all this Sunday morning? I’m excited to bring you today’s card using the Botanical Bliss (146612) this is definitely quickly becoming one of my favourite stamp sets! I took inspiration from the catalogue today and in particular the image to the right. The catalogue not only is the place too look at all the Stampin’ Up! Goodies…
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A Very Vanilla Card…

Card Making

12 Jul

Evening all! I can honestly say I have not stopped crafting since the arrival of my starter kit. I have so many cards to share with you but unfortunately you’ll have to wait for a little to see all of my little creations. Make sure you stay toned and pop back to see. So today’s card is using the other…
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Especially For You

Card Making

10 Jul

Shall we start how we mean to go on? I’m back and today’s post is going to be the first card I’ve made since 2012. I know it’s scary. I thought I best start small and work my way up to a larger more complex card. For today’s card I want to use the Botanical Bliss Stamp Set, the following…
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Hello! I’m Martin, the creator behind Martin’s Mayhem. I craft to break up the monotonous life of working 9-5. I hope you enjoy my little bit of crafting mayhem.

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Did you know you can use your dies to create custo Did you know you can use your dies to create custom masks?

In this reel, I’m sharing how I used the Pennant Party Die from @concordand9th with masking paper to create this bold starburst background. Simply die cut multiple masks, position them around the centre point, and blend over with Midnight ink for a dramatic, radiating effect.

It’s a super easy technique that adds loads of impact — perfect for making your sentiment pop!

This background was the base for the “YAY! You Did It” card I shared recently — swipe back to see how it all came together.

Have you used dies this way before? Let me know below!

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Celebration mode: ON 🎉 I’m so excited to shar Celebration mode: ON 🎉
I’m so excited to share this bold and vibrant card using the Pennant Party Bundle from @concordand9th — part of their amazing May release!

I had so much fun creating the starburst effect using the pennant die as a mask, blending out with Midnight ink, then layering up the “YAY!” pennant for maximum impact. And yes… that tiny red heart is doing a lot of emotional lifting ❤️

This one’s perfect for graduations, promotions, or just telling someone you’re proud of them.

🛒 You can shop the bundle via the link in my bio — thank you for supporting me through affiliate links!

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This card is all about sunshine, smiles, and soft This card is all about sunshine, smiles, and soft ink blending using the fabulous Sunshine & Rainbows Dies from @concordand9th’s May release.

I kept the colour palette cool and calming, using Harbour cardstock and ink to create a smooth ombré background. The clouds have a subtle hint of Pebble ink for extra depth—and that sentiment? It really does say it all: hello sunshine.

This set is one you’ll be reaching for again and again—whether you’re crafting encouragement cards, happy mail, or just because.

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I’m thrilled to be one of the Guest Designers fo I’m thrilled to be one of the Guest Designers for Concord & 9th’s May Release – and I’m kicking things off with this bold and brilliant card using the Roll With It Bundle!

I went full retro with a rainbow backdrop made from Fig, Aqua Sky, Starfruit, Clementine, and Honeysuckle cardstock – the perfect combo to show off those adorable die-cut roller skates. Add in a touch of shine, a scattering of stars, and that empowering sentiment, and you’ve got yourself a card that’s ready to roll!

Catch the full step-by-step tutorial over on the blog – link in bio!

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🌸 Altenew May 2025 Release Instagram Hop 🌸 I 🌸 Altenew May 2025 Release Instagram Hop 🌸
I’m so excited to be joining the Altenew May 2025 Release Instagram Hop with a delicate, layered card featuring the Build-A-Garden: Tranquil Trail & Add-on Die Bundle. I’ve gone soft and romantic with a blush pink colour palette and flowing floral imagery—perfect for sending a little beauty to someone’s day!

The bundle includes beautifully illustrated florals with coordinating dies for effortless cutting. I especially loved adding a subtle background with tone-on-tone stamping and finishing with dimensional elements and sequins.

✨ What colour palette should I try next?
💬 Are you Team Stamping or Team Stenciling? Let me know in the comments!

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Altenew is giving away a $100 gift card to 1 winner and $50 gift cards to 4 winners!

To enter:

FOLLOW @altenewllc and @martinmayhem

COMMENT by May 15th, 2025

Winners will be announced on May 17th, 2025 over on Altenew’s IG page @altenewllc.

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🎉 Or feel free to start the hop from the beginning over at @altenewllc

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