Christmas Elegance in June

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Hello, friends!

I can’t believe we’ve made it to June 1st already. It’s been quite the nine-month journey at our home, but we’re finally nearing the finish line—and looking forward to enjoying a slower, sweeter season. ✨

Today I’m sharing my card for the Splitcoaststampers, June Fan Club Christmas Challenge. I fell hard for this month's elegant inspiration. So sophisticated and dreamy!

I chose the Season’s Gifting set from Pajama Crafter Stamps. The sleigh image has elegant lines, and it fits the mood of the inspiration perfectly. (also sold as a bundle) 

To finish the card, I used the "Noel" word die from the Christmas Words with Shadow set. And of course, I couldn’t resist a little extra shimmer—so I brushed Wink of Stella over all the gold elements for a soft, festive sparkle. ✨

This challenge was such a joy—don’t you just love when the photo speaks directly to your creative heart? I can’t wait to see what you make!

Stamps and dies by Pajama Crafter Stamps. 

UnFROGettably Handmade!

 Greetings, friends! I'm at the My Sweet Petunia Blog sharing an unFROGettable card, including the back design, too! Head over to the blog to see the full reveal! 

As always, I reached for my MISTI and other trusty tools from My Sweet Petunia.

One of my favorite things about using the MISTI is how easy it is to make multiples. Check out how I stamped the backs of several cards and added a whimsical coordinating touch to the back of today's card!  

 My Sweet Petunia tools that help me make (almost) every card include the Sticky Mats, Mini MISTI, Cut Align Ruler, and Alignment Grids. With them, stamping is a joyous pursuit!

Today's card features:

Unfrogettable (stamp)

Handmade By (stamp)

Ribbit (paper pack)

by SweetMissDaisy. 

All items are available now at the SweetMiss Daisy Designs Etsy shop!  

The May #ArtNudge 525A prompt inspired this card! The Art Nudge is a monthly link challenge! Add your card to the blog for a chance to win! There is still time; the link closes on May 31st at 11:59 PM!

  Thanks so much for stopping by—I hope you have a truly Unfrogettable day! 💚

One of a Kind Snail!

 Hello, crafty friends!

This week’s Inspiration Challenge at Splitcoaststampers is by Stacy, and she’s chosen Cotton & Crete as our source of creative sparks. While browsing, I found the cutest felt bee magnets—and just had to create something bee-inspired!

I started with a sweet piece of patterned paper from the adorable Bzzz paper pack. If you love bees, this paper pack is a must-have—it’s full of cheerful, buzzy goodness!

I stamped the snail from the Unfrogettable stamp set onto a large tag and added the darling bees from the Handmade By set. One thing I love about clear stamps is their flexibility. I mounted the bee stamp on the lid of my MISTI and gently curved the bee trail so it swooped around the top opening of the tag. For a second bee trail, I angled it in the opposite direction. It’s a great way to make your layout more dynamic and playful!

The sentiment is also from the Handmade By set. I tucked a bit of ribbon behind it and attached everything to the tag with tiny staples—just the right touch of whimsy.

All the papers and stamps I used are by SweetMissDaisy Designs and are available in the SweetMissDaisy Designs Etsy Shop.

Bonus inspiration came from #ArtNudge525C—I loved the snail image in this week’s prompt! If you’re not familiar, the Art Nudge Challenge is a fun monthly prompt with a chance to win a prize when you link your project. You can find it HERE.

This card was such a joy to make. Thanks so much for stopping by today—I hope you’ll join in on the IC challenge and the Art Nudge this month!

Let Freedom Ring - Pajama Crafter Stamps Release Day

🎆 Kickoff to Patriotic Summer — Let Freedom Ring!

Red, white, and crafty? Yes, please! The Kickoff to Patriotic Summer at Pajama Crafter Stamps is here, and I couldn’t be more excited about this bold and festive new release. If you're dreaming of stars, stripes, and sunny summer days, you’re in for a treat. Whether you’re crafting for Memorial Day, the Fourth of July, or just love that classic Americana vibe, this collection has everything you need to spark your creativity.

For my project, I reached for the Honor Valor Pride stamp set and let watercolor take the lead. I created a soft, expressive background, letting the pigment flow freely for that natural, heartfelt touch. The sentiment—“From every mountainside, let freedom ring!”—really spoke to me. It felt like the perfect message for this time of year: a celebration of freedom, unity, and pride.

This was such a joy to make, and I love how the message pairs with the elegant simplicity of the watercolor. It’s a reminder that even simple supplies can make a big statement.

Here’s a peek at the finished card:

To celebrate, our team is sharing fresh, fiery inspiration on Instagram—and there are giveaways involved! Be sure to check out all the amazing makes and see how everyone is bringing the heat with their patriotic projects. You might even score some goodies from the new release!

The full release is available now at Pajama Crafter Stamps!

Wishing you a season full of creativity, celebration, and star-spangled joy. 🌟

Happy crafting!

 

One of A Kind

Hello, friends!

I’m so excited to share a card I made featuring the super sweet chick from the brand-new Handmade By stamp set from SweetMissDaisy Designs! 🐥 This set is full of charm and so versatile—it includes adorable images and thoughtful sentiments that can be used on the front or back of your cards.

For this card, ArtNudge525B inspired me. I used Chicken Wire Paper Pack strips to mimic the multicolored wooden background from the photo prompt. I added a piece of Chicken Yard Notepad paper on the inside of the card to write my note in style! The chick’s balloon matches the printed one on the inside. 💙🎈

I absolutely adore how fun and flexible the Handmade By set is. Each stamp could easily work as a subtle watermark or as the star of the show, like I’ve done here. You can find this delightful set and all the new monthly releases at the SweetMissDaisy Designs Etsy shop!

Thanks so much for stopping by! 💛

Chicken Yard Note Pad paper easily adheres to the inside of the card with a touch of tape runner adhesive! 

As a finishing touch, I stamped the sweet “handmade especially for you” sentiment from the set on the back of the card—such a perfect little touch!

Don’t forget to visit the ArtNudge Blog to play along with the latest photo prompts. Link up your project for a chance to win a prize!

Thanks so much for stopping by! 💛

 

Shell of a Time!

The Free For All Challenge (F4A794) at Splitcoaststampers this week is all about food, and I couldn’t resist joining in with a playful card featuring the coolest peanut around! I used a stamp from Stadium Food by Pajama Crafter Stamps — just look at this little guy rocking his green sunglasses! He’s clearly having a shell of a time.

To make the card even more personal, I added green patterned paper and matching shoes — a tribute to my sister’s favorite color. My sister will get a kick out of the sentiment! 

Food-themed cards are such a treat to make, and I love how this one turned out — equal parts silly, sweet, and special. 💚

Join the challenge and share your own take on food — from picnic spreads to café culture, let’s get creative and hungry!

Thanks for taking a look!

 

New Release from SweetMissDaisy Designs – Meet Roo, Unfrogettable, and More!

 It’s time to celebrate—SweetMissDaisy Designs just launched an adorable new release, and it’s full of creative possibilities! This drop includes charming new stamp sets, two beautiful paper pads, a coordinating note pad, and a set of stickers—all designed to make your projects pop with personality.

🐔 My first project features Roo, the dapper rooster, paired with the Chicken Wire paper pack. I accented the sentiment tag with a piece of red gingham ribbon to echo Roo’s stylish flair. I also used one of the playful flower embellishments—it has an open center that lets you choose between two different smiles or keep it solid for a more classic look.

🐸 Next up is the Unfrogettable frog card! This little cutie is all decked out in a party hat and colored to match the Unfrogettable Note Pad. For the background, I used a patterned piece from the brand-new Ribbit Paper Pack—it’s filled with charming little illustrations that bring everything together. Inside the card, I added a piece of the matching notepad (Pond Life). It’s a sweet little surprise for the recipient and makes it easy to write a message on the dark card base.

Don’t miss out—head to the SweetMissDaisy Designs Etsy shop for the full release!

Happy crafting and happy release day! 💛