Color Fusers February 2026 Easter Basket

Hello, spring card made with the Easter Basket stamp set, Easter basket Dies and Beautiful Pattern embossing folder, and blue gingham ribbon for the February 2026 Color Fusers color challenge blog hop. February color challenge colors are Bubble Bath, Fresh Freesia and Balmy Blue. Card designed and created by Melanie Hockin of Mel's Inky Fingers.

Welcome to the February Color Fusers blog hop! Today I am sharing an adorable project created with the Easter Basket Bundle and a soft color combination that spoke Easter to me! I hope you love these little bunnies as much as I do!

Thanks for hopping with us!

The Color Fusers are a group of talented demonstrators from around the world that share projects made with the same color challenge. We hop the first Monday of each month. Hop along with us on our blogs and on Instagram to see what we are sharing today, then accept the challenge and create a project of your own – or CASE one of us!

This month’s color challenge includes Bubble Bath, Fresh Freesia, and Balmy Blue. Such a soft and pretty color combination for all things Spring and Easter.

Hello, spring card made with the Easter Basket stamp set, Easter basket Dies and Beautiful Pattern embossing folder, and blue gingham ribbon for the February 2026 Color Fusers color challenge blog hop. February color challenge colors are Bubble Bath, Fresh Freesia and Balmy Blue. Card designed and created by Melanie Hockin of Mel's Inky Fingers.

I love these little bunnies, they are adorable! And I chose to leave them white with just little pink noses and ears. But they would be equally cute colored brown.

Supplies used for the Hello, spring card made with the Easter Basket stamp set, Easter basket Dies and Beautiful Pattern embossing folder, and blue gingham ribbon for the February 2026 Color Fusers color challenge blog hop. February color challenge colors are Bubble Bath, Fresh Freesia and Balmy Blue. Card designed and created by Melanie Hockin of Mel's Inky Fingers.

#166947 Easter Basket Bundle

To Create This Project

  • Card Base: Thick Basic White 4-1/4″ x 11″
  • Embossed Layer: 4″ x 5-1/4″ Basic White embossed with the Beautiful Pattern Embossing Folder
  • Die Cut Circle: Basic White 3-1/4″ x 3-1/4″ die cut with largest Stylish Shapes circle die
  • Sentiment layer: Basic White cut 1-3/4″ x 1/2″
  • Stamped Elements: Basic White 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″

Tie a ribbon bow around embossed layer offset to the left, then adhere to card front. Use a Blending Brush to add Balmy Blue ink to die cut circle, then adhere to card front with Stampin’ Dimensionals. Stamp 2 bunnies, 2 flower clusters, and 3 eggs in Memento Tuxedo Black ink on Basic White cardstock. Color with Stampin’ Bends Markers. Die cut with coordinating dies. Arrange flower and bunny pieces on circle and adhere in place with a combination of Stampin’ SEAL and Stampin’ Dimensionals. Stamp front sentiment on Basic White cardstock and inside sentiment both in Memento Tuxedo Black ink. Trim down front sentiment piece and add a banner end. Adhere to circle. Adhere an egg to one of the bunnies and the remaining eggs inside card.

Hello, spring card made with the Easter Basket stamp set, Easter basket Dies and Beautiful Pattern embossing folder, and blue gingham ribbon for the February 2026 Color Fusers color challenge blog hop. February color challenge colors are Bubble Bath, Fresh Freesia and Balmy Blue. Card designed and created by Melanie Hockin of Mel's Inky Fingers.

Thank You

Thanks for joining us today, I hope you enjoyed my February Color Fusers project featuring the Easter Basket Bundle. I hope you continue to hop along with us to see all the Color Fusers projects!

Next up is Bonnie O’neill.

Or you may go back to see what my friend Kim McGillis has to share.



January 2026 Product Launch

The January – April 2026 Mini Catalog and January Online Only products launched today! It’s always exciting to experience new products, and there is no shortage of great stuff with this launch.

The January release includes products for Valentine’s Day, Easter, Spring and great all-occasion crafting.

Click for Printable List of New Online Only Products

And some of my favorites come from the online only releases. Stampin’ Up! offers new product releases every other month, including this month. One of my favorite suites, Lovely Blossoms, can only be found in my online store. However, if you would like a printable to see all the online only products, click the image above.

Bonus Days

From now until February 2nd, Stampin’ Up! is offering the Bonus Days promotion. For every $50 you purchase, you will receive a $5 coupon to redeem in February. There is no limit to how many you can earn or apply to a purchase in February. And not only do you earn Bonus Day coupons, but you still earn Stampin’ Rewards! So yes, you get to double-dip all month long!

Mel’s Top 5

With so many awesome products, it’s hard to narrow it down. But here are my top picks!

  1. Lovely Blossoms Suite
  2. Lovely & Beautiful Suite
  3. Reason to Celebrate Stamp Set
  4. Nature’s Symphony Bundle
  5. Mixed Up Patterns Designer Series Paper

Thanks for Stopping By

Thanks for stopping by today! I hope you take a bit of time to explore the new catalog and online products.

If you would like a January – April Mini Catalog and have not received one, please contact me using the button on the sidebar!

Have a Great Week!



Color Fusers January 2026 Virtual Card Retreat Stamp Set

Hello Friend card made with the 2026 Virtual Card Retreat stamp set, Forever Florals Dies and Beautiful Pattern embossing folder for the January 2026 Color Fusers color challenge blog hop. January color challenge colors are Petal Pink, Lost Lagoon and Gold Foil. Card designed and created by Melanie Hockin of Mel's Inky Fingers.

Welcome to the January Color Fusers blog hop! Today I am sharing a gorgeous project created with items included in the 2026 Virtual Card Making Retreat kit, including the stamp set and Forever Florals Dies. Thanks for hopping with us!

Color challenge for the Hello Friend card made with the 2026 Virtual Card Retreat stamp set, Forever Florals Dies and Beautiful Pattern embossing folder for the January 2026 Color Fusers color challenge blog hop. January color challenge colors are Petal Pink, Lost Lagoon and Gold Foil. Card designed and created by Melanie Hockin of Mel's Inky Fingers.

The Color Fusers are a group of creative demonstrators from around the world that share projects made with the same color challenge. We hop the first Monday of each month. I’m happy you’re hopping along with us today to see what we have to share, and hope you accept the challenge to create a project of your own – or CASE one of us!

This month’s color challenge includes Petal Pink, Lost Lagoon and Gold Foil. This combination is soft, feminine and so beautiful.

Hello Friend card made with the 2026 Virtual Card Retreat stamp set, Forever Florals Dies and Beautiful Pattern embossing folder for the January 2026 Color Fusers color challenge blog hop. January color challenge colors are Petal Pink, Lost Lagoon and Gold Foil. Card designed and created by Melanie Hockin of Mel's Inky Fingers.

There’s a lot of texture built into this project by layering. I started with an embossed layer using the Beautiful Pattern Embossing Folder. I then added a die cut layer using the Forever Florals Die Set. The sentiment is stamped on a layered label with flower bud die cuts.

I pulled out stamps and dies from the 2026 Virtual Card Making Retreat kit. It’s fabulous, and even though the retreat isn’t until later this month, I couldn’t wait to use these items. There’s still kits left if you would like to join that event! It’s the only way to get this exclusive stamp set. And the Forever Florals Bundle will be available later this year, or you can get it now in this kit!

Hello Friend card made with the 2026 Virtual Card Retreat stamp set, Forever Florals Dies and Beautiful Pattern embossing folder for the January 2026 Color Fusers color challenge blog hop. January color challenge colors are Petal Pink, Lost Lagoon and Gold Foil. Card designed and created by Melanie Hockin of Mel's Inky Fingers.

I love how easy these stamps and dies were to create with! There’s even a little something a little fun stamped on the inside.

Virtual Cardmaking Retreat

Stampin’ up is offering a Virtual Cardmaking Retreat later this month. It is going to be fabulous!! We will create 15 projects using the all inclusive kit that is available now in the online store. Each project is going to feature fun techniques and you will learn so much by attending . No worries if you can’t join live. Jump online with your favorite demonstrator and order your event kit – which includes the event access! The retreat kit includes the stamps and dies used on today’s project!

To Create This Project

  • Card Base: Thick Basic White 4-1/4″ x 11″
  • Embossed Layer: Basic White 3-7/8″ x 5-1/8″ embossed with Beautiful Pattern 3D Embossing Folder
  • Die Cut Layer: Basic White cut 3-3/4″ x 5″
  • Sentiment layer: Basic White 2-3/4″ x 2-1/2″, die cut with second largest label
  • Accent Piece: Gold Foil 3″ x 2-3/4″, die cut with largest label
  • Flowers: Petal Pink Cardstock 3″ x 2″ (cut 3 sets after stamping with texture stamp in Versamark ink)
  • Foliage Elements: Subtles Designer Series Paper Pack Lost Lagoon 4″ x 2″ (cut 4)

Adhere embossed layer to card front with Stampin’ Dimensionals. Adhere large die cut layer to embossed layer with liquid glue. Stamp sentiment on Basic White label offset right in Memento Tuxedo Black ink, then adhere to foil layer. Adhere label to card front with Stampin’ Dimensionals. Arrange flowers on label and adhere in place with a combination of liquid glue and Stampin’ Dimensionals. Tuck foliage pieces in and adhere in place. Tie a twine bow and adhere to card front with a Mini Glue Dot. Embellish with gems. Stamp accent and sentiment inside card in Memento Tuxedo Black ink. Add foliage and flower accent pieces.

Inside of Hello Friend card made with the 2026 Virtual Card Retreat stamp set, Forever Florals Dies and Beautiful Pattern embossing folder for the January 2026 Color Fusers color challenge blog hop. January color challenge colors are Petal Pink, Lost Lagoon and Gold Foil. Card designed and created by Melanie Hockin of Mel's Inky Fingers.

Thank You

Thanks for joining us today to see my January Color Fusers project featuring stamps and dies from the 2026 Virtual Card Making Retreat Kit. I hope you continue to hop along with us to see all the Color Fusers projects!

Next up is Bonnie O’Neill.

Or you may go back to see what Emma Goddard has to share.