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Create an Elegant Layered Floral Card with Altenew’s Craft-A-Flower: Gladiolus Layering Die Set

Card Making

9 Aug

Hello crafty friends! If you’re a lover of intricate floral designs, you’re in for a treat today! The Craft-A-Flower: Gladiolus Layering Die Set from Altenew brings these majestic blooms to life in the most beautiful way. This project is perfect for adding elegance to your cardmaking, whether for birthdays, thank you notes, or simply to brighten someone’s day. Why you’ll…
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Hope Your Birthday is Out of This World with Simon Says Stamp’s Happy Camper Release

Card Making

31 Jul

Hello crafty friends! Today I’m sharing a card that’s guaranteed to take your celebrations to new heights—outer space, in fact! I’m thrilled to be celebrating the Simon Says Stamp Happy Camper Release, featuring the super fun Out of This World Stamps and Dies. Whether you’re creating for a little space explorer or simply love playful designs, this set is an…
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Celebrate Hope with Sunbird Spark’s Timeless Tulips Clear Stamps

Card Making

29 Jul

Hello crafty friends! There’s something undeniably uplifting about tulips—those delicate blooms that signal the arrival of spring and new beginnings. Today, I’m sharing a card created to celebrate the newest release from Sunbird Spark, featuring the beautiful Timeless Tulips Clear Stamps. This floral set brings a breath of fresh air to your crafting and reminds us that “Where tulips bloom,…
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Create a Beautifully Layered Floral Card with Altenew’s Charming Delight Stencil Set

Card Making

22 Jul

Hello crafty friends! Today I’m joining Altenew for a fabulous Instagram hop, celebrating their latest wax seal releases! My card pairs the Mini With Love Wax Seal Stamp with the Stencil Art: Charming Delight Layering Stencil Set, creating a stunning bouquet of layered blooms with a touch of elegance and charm. Whether you’re new to wax seals or a long-time…
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Create a Layered Botanical Card with Altenew’s Pitcher Vase Stencil & Die Set

Card Making

14 Jun

Hello crafty friends! Today’s project brings a bold yet botanical feel with the help of Altenew’s Pitcher Vase Stencil & Die Set. With rich tones, subtle textures, and a splash of sunshine yellow, this card is the perfect combination of elegance and encouragement — ideal for reminding someone that you believe in them, just because. Why you’ll love the Altenew…
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Create a Timeless Card with Simon Says Stamp Vintage Blooms

Card Making

1 Jun

Hello crafty friends! Today’s project is a heartfelt tribute to classic florals and elegant design using the Simon Says Stamp Vintage Blooms Stamp and Die Set. If you’re drawn to cards that blend vintage style with rich, modern colour palettes, this one’s for you! Featuring dramatic florals and layered textures, this card is perfect for those “thinking of you” or…
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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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Those layered petals. That rich autumn palette. Th Those layered petals. That rich autumn palette. That depth against the dark background…

This card was created using the Ornamental Poppies Layering Die Set from @altenewllc and honestly, it’s one of those sets that makes you feel like an absolute pro just by layering cardstock.

The dimension.
The movement.
The drama.

If you love bold florals that fill an entire card front with ease, this set is a must.

✨ GIVEAWAY TIME ✨

Get a chance to win a $20 gift card to Altenew! Just follow these easy steps for a chance to win:

-FOLLOW @martinmayhem and @altenewllc
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Winners will be announced on this post on [insert date – one week from today].

Good luck — and I cannot wait to see who wins!

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✨ Organising my Stellar Sequins… because they dese ✨ Organising my Stellar Sequins… because they deserve it ✨

I genuinely think these are some of the prettiest embellishments in my stash. The colour blends, the shimmer, the mix of sizes — they just catch the light perfectly on a card.

Every mix gives you multiple sizes, which means instant depth and dimension without even trying. A few scattered sequins and suddenly your card feels finished.

I’ve separated mine by size in stackable containers so I can grab exactly what I need (and avoid rummaging through packets mid-craft 😅), but honestly… they’re beautiful however you store them.

If you haven’t tried the Stellar Sequins yet, they’re one of those small additions that make a big difference.

Which colour mix are you obsessed with right now? ✨

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Happy Valentine’s Day, crafty friends ❤️🍒 This on Happy Valentine’s Day, crafty friends ❤️🍒

This one’s for you.

Thank you for the likes, the comments, the shares, the link clicks, the encouragement, the messages… all of it. This community genuinely means the world to me and I don’t say that lightly.

I created this bold cherry Valentine using the This is Big Sentiments: Love Stamp Set from @papertreyink — and that oversized “Love” felt pretty appropriate today 🥰

The playful cherry background was created using stencils from @mydiamondpress — just enough fun to keep it sweet without stealing the spotlight from that big statement sentiment.

If you’d like to see how it came together, the full tutorial and supply list are live on the blog (link in bio 🍒).

Sending you all the crafty love today ❤️

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✨ I’m so excited to be speaking at the Card Maker ✨ I’m so excited to be speaking at the Card Maker Success Summit! ✨

This February I’ll be teaching:
Stretch Your Sketches: One Layout, Endless Possibilities 💌

I’ll be showing you how to take one simple layout and turn it into multiple completely different card designs — helping you get more from the sketches you already love.

I’ll also be featuring the gorgeous Rainbow Crafting Kit from @kingstoncrafts 🌈 which is perfect for stretching those designs in full colour.

🗓 February 26 – March 1

Registration is FREE, with VIP options available if you’d like extended access and bonuses.

👉 Comment SUMMIT and I’ll send it to you 💌

Let’s stretch those sketches ✨

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Sometimes you just need to see a card in motion to Sometimes you just need to see a card in motion to appreciate all the little details 🤍⏳

This one was created using the Timeless Sands Die Set from @altenewllc, layered with soft blush florals and finished with splatter and delicate dimension. I love how the hourglass adds meaning — it feels reflective, grateful, and quietly powerful.

“Forever Grateful” just felt like the perfect sentiment.

Would you use this design for a thank you card or something more sentimental? And tell me — are you a clean and simple crafter, or do you love building up those layers like I do? 👀✨

Full details and supply list are on my blog if you’d like a closer look. #Altenew #AltenewFebruaryRelease #Cardmaking #HandmadeCard #Papercraft
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