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30 Day Christmas Card Making Challenge 2022 – Day 29

30 Day Christmas Card Making Challenge

29 Nov

Happy Tuesday! Tomorrow is the last day! Where the heck has this month gone? Nevertheless I am excited to actually have a nap. Today’s challenge caused a little controversy over the spelling… I had good intentions I promise but we will get onto that later. I used the Sending Smiles Bundle [158707]. Challenge Tile Today’s Project I choose die stacking…
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30 Day Christmas Card Making Challenge 2022 – Day 28

30 Day Christmas Card Making Challenge

28 Nov

Happy Monday! Today is the final sketch challenge of the #30DayChristmasChallenge and we have our final guest designer. We have the talented Krista Frattin who will be using the Joyful Flurry Bundle [159812]. You’ll just love her project. Challenge Tile I love sketches and I know a lot of you do as well (Remember my Sketch Mayhem Sketchbook is always…
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30 Day Christmas Card Making Challenge 2022 – Day 27

30 Day Christmas Card Making Challenge

27 Nov

Happy Sunday! The challenge is drawing to a close but nevertheless there is still a few days of inspiration left. Not even just from me – Like today we have the amazing Susan Wong joining us for today’s challenge. Susan is #UseYourStash with the Artfully Layered Stamp Set [157752]. Challenge Tile There isn’t much to say about Colour Combo Challenges…
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30 Day Christmas Card Making Challenge 2022 – Day 26

30 Day Christmas Card Making Challenge

26 Nov

Happy Saturday! The days are slowly going down and I am so excited for some time off from posting – I love you all don’t get me wrong, but I need sleep. This is going to the story of the challenge, but I was clueless for this challenge, but I love the outcome. I am using the Jingle Jingle Jingle…
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30 Day Christmas Card Making Challenge 2022 – Day 25

30 Day Christmas Card Making Challenge

25 Nov

Happy Friday! 5 days until the end of the challenge and with-it being day 25 it feels a little symbolic. This is why I choose todays challenge for today. I used a lot of different products for today’s project, but the centre item was Christmas Banners Stamp Set [159570]. Challenge Tile Today’s challenge is all about those letters to Santa….
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30 Day Christmas Card Making Challenge 2022 – Day 24

30 Day Christmas Card Making Challenge

24 Nov

Happy Thursday! I struggled with today’s card, so I apologise in advance as its not my best work. If I was being honest the next few challenges were left until the end because I knew I would struggle. In the end I used the new Framed & Festive Stamp Set [160888]. Challenge Tile Today’s challenge is all about the music…
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There’s just something about fuchsias… 😍 I wanted There’s just something about fuchsias… 😍

I wanted to create a card that felt full, flowing and a little bit dramatic—and this Magical Fuchsia Full Collection Bundle from @teamspellbinders (with designs by @alexsyberiadesigns) made it so easy to build up all that gorgeous detail.

From the layered florals to the soft colour blends and textured elements, this bundle really does everything. You can keep it simple or go all out like I did here (and honestly… I couldn’t stop adding layers!).

That deep green background with the blush and plum tones? Obsessed.

If you love florals with impact but still want versatility, this collection is such a good one to have in your stash.

Let me know—are you team clean & simple or full-on layered like this? 👇

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Hey crafty friends! 🎉 I’m so excited to be part o Hey crafty friends! 🎉

I’m so excited to be part of Altenew’s 12th Anniversary Instagram Hop today — celebrating 12 years of beautiful designs, creativity, and inspiration! 🙌

For my card, I’ve used the Craft Your Life Project Kit: Feathered Lilies, and I couldn’t resist leaning into those rich, warm tones. There’s something about this colour combo that feels so bold and elegant at the same time — a little different from my usual style, but I love how it turned out ✨

I’ve paired the florals with a deep background to really make those lilies pop, finished with a touch of splatter and dimension for added interest. Clean, striking, and all about letting the details shine 👀

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Winners will be announced on April 13, 2026, on the Altenew blog 🎁

You can start the hop over at @altenewllc, and I’m right after @vickyp_gr 💛

Now hop along for more inspiration… you’re going to LOVE what’s coming next 👀

➡️ Next stop: @sammakescards

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Bold florals + deep navy… I mean 😍🌸 I’ve used the Bold florals + deep navy… I mean 😍🌸

I’ve used the Tulips and Daffodils Press Plate for this one and honestly the detail is just beautiful. It’s perfect for colouring with markers and creating a really full, flowing floral design 🌼✨

I wanted those yellows and pinks to really pop, so pairing them with a darker background just makes everything stand out so much more!

Are you team bold backgrounds or clean and simple? 👇

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Soft pink, layered details and fluttery butterflie Soft pink, layered details and fluttery butterflies… say less 💗

This one came together with a really simple idea—keep the background soft and let the dimension do the work. The white embossed florals give just enough texture, while that arched panel pulls everything together beautifully.

And those butterflies… honestly they’re the star of the show 🦋 A little bit of ink blending, a bit of shaping, and suddenly the whole card feels alive.

I love how the foliage frames the sentiment too—it’s one of those layouts you can come back to again and again and just switch up the colours or theme 🙌

If you’re making something for Mum (or just love a soft, feminine design), this one’s a good one to try!

Full details over on the blog ✨ link in bio

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Spring + texture + cute bunnies… yes please 🐰🌸 Th Spring + texture + cute bunnies… yes please 🐰🌸

This card is all about that gorgeous embossed background using the Little Bunnies Embossing Folder from @simonsaysstamp. It adds the softest detail without taking over the design—perfect for layering up all those colourful florals (which I’ve die cut using the Garden Wreath Add-Ons 🌼).

And can we just take a moment for those little bunnies… I mean 🥹

If you’ve been eyeing up embossing folders, now’s the time 👀
Use code 5WAYS to get 25% off embossing folders (yes, this one included 🙌)

Would you keep this soft and pastel… or go bold with your colours?

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