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OSAT – Stampin’ Up! Let’s Set Sail Bundle 

OSAT – Stampin’ Up! Let’s Set Sail Bundle 

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Happy Thursday! I’m so excited to be back with the One Stamp at a Time Design Team. Today we are…
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Creation Station – Stampin’ Up! Slim Sayings Stamp Set

Creation Station – Stampin’ Up! Slim Sayings Stamp Set

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Happy Sunday! I’m excited to be back today sharing a project I created for the Creation Station Design Team. I…
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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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Creative mayhem in every layer | TV Demo | Creator of #SketchMayhem | Teaming up with brands that embrace the creative mayhem.

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.

🔗 Link in bio or visit:
https://martinsmayhem.co.uk/2025/05/create-a-bright-and-cheerful-card-with-concord-9ths-sunshine-rainbows-dies.html

#concordand9th #guestdesigner #sunshineandrainbows #cardmakinginspiration #papercraftideas #diecutting #inkblending #martinsmayhem #handmadecards #craftingcommunity #cardmakersofinstagram
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!

@concordand9th #Concordand9th #C9GuestDesigner #RollWithItBundle #MayRelease #CardmakingInspo #DieCutDetails #PapercraftMagic
🌸 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!

🌟 GIVEAWAY 🌟
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.

👉 Your next stop is @carlyteeminner
🎉 Or feel free to start the hop from the beginning over at @altenewllc

🛒 Check out the full May 2025 Collection: https://altenew.com/collections/may-2025

Instagram Hop Lineup:
@altenewllc
@tachita55
@amyrysavy
@rebeccakeppel
@nickiheartscards
@fraubluetenstempel
@hannelie.bester
@scrapbooking101_jp
@bibicameron
@larissaheskettdesigns
@martinmayhem ← You are here!
@carlyteeminner
@addi.mahajan
@aveereneecarddesigns
@mumuspaperology
@anne_fiene
@sabrydon.lifejournal
@sentsue
@tenianelson

#altenew #altenewbuildagarden #altenewtranquiltrail #cardmaking #altenewmayrelease #papercraft #handmadecards #giveaway #martinsmayhem
Slowing things down with a little floral colouring Slowing things down with a little floral colouring session today using my go-to @olomarker. The blend, the coverage, the control – honestly, these markers make it so easy to bring images to life!

This one features a gorgeous floral plate that was just begging for soft pink petals and leafy greens. Whether I’m colouring for a full card or just relaxing at my desk, the process never gets old.

What colours would you reach for first?

#OLOmarker #ColourWithOLO #CardmakersOfInstagram #AlcoholMarkers #FloralColouring #PapercraftUK #CardMakingInspiration #HandmadeCards #MartinStoneCreates #markermagic
✨ Farewell, Crafty Meraki ✨ It’s never easy ✨ Farewell, Crafty Meraki ✨
It’s never easy saying goodbye to a brand that’s given us so much creativity and joy. I created this card using the Floral Fantasy Press-Tacular Plate to celebrate one of my favourite designs from Crafty Meraki – and what better way to honour them than sharing a bit of beauty?

💔 Crafty Meraki is closing their doors, but not before giving us one last chance to shop with a huge 60% off using code FAREWELL60.

🛒 Head to the blog to see the full card and get the supply list:
👉 https://martinsmayhem.co.uk/2025/05/create-a-delicate-hello-card-with-crafty-merakis-floral-fantasy-press-tacular-plate.html

Let’s give them the send-off they deserve and stock up while we can.

#CraftyMeraki #FloralFantasyPlate #BetterPress #CardmakersOfInstagram #FloralCards #CardmakingCommunity
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