Color Fusers July 2026 Heirloom Boutique meets Gingham

July 2026 Color Fusers project created with the Heirloom Blooms Bundle and In Color Gingham Gallery designer series paper using the July color challenge which includes Cloud Cover, Crisp Cantaloupe and Poppy Parade. Card designed and created by Melanie Hockin of Mel's Inky Fingers for the July 2026 Color Fusers Blog Hop.

Thanks for hopping with us for the July Color Fusers Blog Hop! I was happy to have a new In Color in our color challenge so I could use the new In Color Gingham Gallery Designer Series Paper with the Heirloom Boutique Bundle. I’m loving this gingham!

I love this little posy. It’s from the Heirloom Boutique die set. This set has a lot of sizes to choose from. The posy is playful and fun, and perfect to pair with this Gingham Gallery Designer Series Paper. This paper just launched, and I have a feeling it’s going to be popular!

And I love the

July 2026 Color Fusers project created with the Heirloom Blooms Bundle and In Color Gingham Gallery designer series paper using the July color challenge which includes Cloud Cover, Crisp Cantaloupe and Poppy Parade. Card designed and created by Melanie Hockin of Mel's Inky Fingers for the July 2026 Color Fusers Blog Hop.

Details Details

Adding small details can make a big impact.

After die cutting all the flowers, I added color by flicking a Poppy Parade Stampin’ Blends Marker. I then used a Crisp Cantaloupe Shimmer Brush to add some sparkle. Easy, fun, and it helps the flowers pop.

July 2026 Color Fusers project created with the Heirloom Blooms Bundle and In Color Gingham Gallery designer series paper using the July color challenge which includes Cloud Cover, Crisp Cantaloupe and Poppy Parade. Card designed and created by Melanie Hockin of Mel's Inky Fingers for the July 2026 Color Fusers Blog Hop.

To Create this Project

  • Thick Basic White Cardstock: 4 1/4″ x 11″ scored at 5 1/2″ card base
  • Basic White Cardstock: 3 3/4″ x 2″
  • Crisp Cantaloupe Cardstock: 3 3/4″ x 5″, die cut (5) flowers
  • Cloud Cover Cardstock: die cut (5) flower centers
  • Designer Series Paper: 3 3/4″ x 3 1/4″
  • Shimmering Stripes Specialty Paper: cut (2) 3 3/4″ x 1/4″

Stamp sentiment on Basic White layer in Crisp Cantaloupe ink, then adhere to top of Crisp Cantaloupe layer. Adhere designer series paper (DSP) to bottom of Crisp Cantaloupe layer. Add Shimmering Stripes strip along top of DSP. Splatter flowers with Poppy Parade Stampin’ Blends. Layer Crisp Cantaloupe Shimmer Brush onto flowers. Adhere flower centers with a Stampin’ Dimensional. Adhere flowers to card front with liquid glue and Stampin’ Dimensionals. Tie a Linen Thread bow and adhere to flower with a glue dot. Color rhinestones with a Stampin’ Blends Marker and add to card front. Add remaining Shimmering Stripes strip and flower inside card.

July 2026 Color Fusers project created with the Heirloom Blooms Bundle and In Color Gingham Gallery designer series paper using the July color challenge which includes Cloud Cover, Crisp Cantaloupe and Poppy Parade. Card designed and created by Melanie Hockin of Mel's Inky Fingers for the July 2026 Color Fusers Blog Hop.

Thank You

Thanks for stopping by today for the Color Fusers Blog Hop! I hope you enjoyed my Heirloom Boutique and gingham project. Now hop along with the rest of the Color Fusers to see more amazing projects!

Next up is Bonnie O’Neill.

Or you may go back to Heather Thomas.

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Happy Birthday America with Painted Patterns Paper

American flag card made with Regals Painted Patterns Designer Series Paper, Soft Waves 3D Embossing Folder and Wonderful Stars Puffy Stickers Embellishments. Card designed and created by Melanie Hockin of Mel's Inky Fingers for the 250th birthday of the United States.

Happy Birthday America, and thanks for checking in today! I have created these simple but patriotic American flag cards today by simply using Designer Series Paper to create the flag.

As the country celebrates with summer fun, barbeques, ice cream and fireworks, I took a bit of time to create this fun project as my way to celebrate. The Designer Series Paper does it all. Really!

American flag card made with Regals Painted Patterns Designer Series Paper, Soft Waves 3D Embossing Folder and Wonderful Stars Puffy Stickers Embellishments. Card designed and created by Melanie Hockin of Mel's Inky Fingers for the 250th birthday of the United States.

The Painted Patterns Designer Series Paper was perfect for this project. This paper collection comes in 6 different color options, including for each color family offered in our color line. There are 4 different patterns in each pack, each in multiple colors…a double sided stripe and a double sided dot.

Supplies used for American flag card made with Regals Painted Patterns Designer Series Paper, Soft Waves 3D Embossing Folder and Wonderful Stars Puffy Stickers Embellishments. Card designed and created by Melanie Hockin of Mel's Inky Fingers for the 250th birthday of the United States.

I am sharing the same project made with both sides of the striped sheet in Real Red. Both sides offer great possibilities.

American flag card made with Regals Painted Patterns Designer Series Paper, Soft Waves 3D Embossing Folder and Wonderful Stars Puffy Stickers Embellishments. Card designed and created by Melanie Hockin of Mel's Inky Fingers for the 250th birthday of the United States.

This paper collection is remarkable, and one of the first things I purchase with each catalog. Each color family contains 2 sheets of each color in the color family, making it a staple in my crafting. It provides a patterned paper option in every color! And each year, the patterns change making it really fun. This year, a new color option was added, the Basics collection. This contains Basic Black, Basic Beige and Very Vanilla. Perfect when you need a patterned neutral option, and great for stamping on a print!

American flag card made with Regals Painted Patterns Designer Series Paper, Soft Waves 3D Embossing Folder and Wonderful Stars Puffy Stickers Embellishments. Card designed and created by Melanie Hockin of Mel's Inky Fingers for the 250th birthday of the United States.

And how about these cool stars?! I overlooked them for the longest time, and now they are my go-to embellishment. They couldn’t be more perfect for this card!

To Create This Project

  • Blueberry Bushel Cardstock: 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″ scored at 4 1/4″ (card base)
  • Real Red Cardstock: 5 1/4″ x 4″
  • Blueberry Bushel Cardstock: die cut with second largest Stylish Shapes square die
  • Real Red Painted Patterns Designer Series Paper: 5 1/8″ x 3 7/8″
  • Blueberry Bushel Painted Patterns Designer Series Paper: 2 1/4″ x 2 1/4″
  • Basic White Cardstock: 5 1/4″ x 4″ and 3″ x 5/8″

Emboss Real Red Designer Series Paper layer with the Soft Waves 3D Embossing folder. Splatter with a Basic Black Stampin’ Blends marker and Wink of Stella, then adhere to Real Red Layer. Adhere both to card front with Stampin’ Dimensionals. Adhere the Blueberry Bushel Designer Series Paper layer to die cut square. Randomly adhere multiple puffy stars to square. Trim overhang, then adhere square to card front. Stamp sentiment in Blueberry Bushel ink on Basic White strip. Trim banner end, then adhere to card front. Adhere Basic White layer inside card. Stamp sentiment in Blueberry Bushel ink.

See Me Live

Would you like to watch me make this card? I created this this week on my Facebook Live! Watch how fun it is to create this card.

Thank You!

Thanks for stopping by today to see my Happy Birhday America card! I hope you enjoyed it and try making one for yourself. Happy celebrating!



Color Fusers June 2026 All Aflutter

2026-2028 In Colors Hydrangea Hue, Peaceful Pine, Barely Blush, Golden Glow and Crisp Cantaloupe. Project created with the All Aflutter Bundle by Melanie Hockin of Mel's Inky Fingers for the June 2026 Color Fusers Blog Hop.

Welcome and thanks for hopping with us for the June Color Fusers Blog Hop! Today, I am featuring the beautiful 2026 -2028 In Colors using the All Aflutter bundle in each of the 5 new colors.

The new In Colors are one of my favorite things to look forward to each year, and this year did not disappoint! My favorite is still undecided, but I have probably used Barely Blush and Hydrangea Hue the most so far. As I get into Fall creating, I can’t wait to pull in Crisp Cantaloupe, Golden Glow and Peaceful Pine. They will make gorgeous Fall cards!

When the new In Colors launch, I love making card sets featuring all the colors. I usually keep these really simple, and let the In Color shine. There are so many great bundles to make a simple In Color card set. Grab a bundle you haven’t used (or haven’t used for awhile), and create an adorable card set for gifting!

2026-2028 In Colors Hydrangea Hue, Peaceful Pine, Barely Blush, Golden Glow and Crisp Cantaloupe. Project created with the All Aflutter Bundle by Melanie Hockin of Mel's Inky Fingers for the June 2026 Color Fusers Blog Hop.

Keep It Simple

I love a good punch bundle. This All Aflutter bundle is from the May – August Catalog. The butterflies are so cute, and make an adorable simple In Color card!

There is also a sneak peek! The Black Iridescent Ribbon on these projects is a sneak of what’s coming in the July Online Exclusive release. It can be found as part of the Halloween suite. It’s a little sparkly, a little shiny, and so good!

2026-2028 In Colors Hydrangea Hue, Peaceful Pine, Barely Blush, Golden Glow and Crisp Cantaloupe. Project created with the All Aflutter Bundle by Melanie Hockin of Mel's Inky Fingers for the June 2026 Color Fusers Blog Hop. Barely Blush, Crisp Cantaloupe, Golden Glow.

Barely Blush • Crisp Cantaloupe • Golden Glow

2026-2028 In Colors Hydrangea Hue, Peaceful Pine, Barely Blush, Golden Glow and Crisp Cantaloupe. Project created with the All Aflutter Bundle by Melanie Hockin of Mel's Inky Fingers for the June 2026 Color Fusers Blog Hop. Hydrangea Hue and Peaceful Pine.

Hydrangea Hue • Peaceful Pine

To Create This Project

  • In Color Card Base: 4-1/4″ x 11″, scored at 5-1/2″
  • Embossed layer: 3-3/4″ x 3-1/8″
  • Basic White: 3-3/4″ x 2″ for sentiment layer

Emboss cardstock and adhere to card front with Stampin’ Dimensionals. Stamp sentiment in black ink on the right side of Basic White layer and adhere to card front with Stampin’ Dimensionals. Tie black ribbon in a bow around card front layers. Stamp and punch butterflies. Add to card front. Embellish with In Color Dots.

Thank You

Thanks for stopping by today for the Color Fusers Blog Hop! I hope you enjoyed seeing my All Aflutter In Color Card set. Now hop along with the rest of the Color Fusers to see their amazing projects!

Next up is Bonnie O’Neill.

Or you may go back to Heather Thomas.

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