Color Fusers May 2024 Trusty Tools

Card created for the May 2024 Color Fusers Color Challenge made with the Trusty Tools Stamp Set, Spotlight on Nature Dies, and Fun Patterns Embossing Folders. Card created by Melanie Hockin of Mel's Inky Fingers.

Thank you for joining us on the May 2024 Color Fusers Blog Hop. I am using the adorable Trusty Tools Stamp set, which has carried over into the new catalog. It is paired with some new products to show how versatile it can be for anyone!

But before we get into the details, how about this color challenge! I love the tone-on-tone paired with one of my favorite neutrals.

May 2024 Color Fusers Color Challenge included Pebbled Path, Bubble Bath, and Moody Mauve. Melanie Hockin of Mel's Inky Fingers.

The new Annual Catalog is now live! And if you have not had a chance to browse it yet, it is worth the peek! I am using the Spotlight on Nature Dies on this card to create the sentiment label. These dies are amazing, and part of a beautiful bundle, at a discounted price!

The die set features all circles with 3 different patterned edges. And each pattern comes in 4 different sizes! They will be a great new staple to add to your stash. I have already used them a ton!

Card created for the May 2024 Color Fusers Color Challenge made with the Trusty Tools Stamp Set, Spotlight on Nature Dies, and Fun Patterns Embossing Folders. Card created by Melanie Hockin of Mel's Inky Fingers.

The Details

With great focal points, the details can be kept to a minimum. I went simple again this month. The Fun Patterns Embossing Folder from the latest Online Exclusives release added a nice background detail. I also added some Moody Mauve ink and Wink of Stella splatters.

Card created for the May 2024 Color Fusers Color Challenge made with the Trusty Tools Stamp Set, Spotlight on Nature Dies, and Fun Patterns Embossing Folders. Card created by Melanie Hockin of Mel's Inky Fingers.

The embellishing was done with a strand of Pebbled Path Jute Trim layered under the label, and a few Bubble Bath pearls.

Create this Project

  • Card base: Bubble Bath Cardstock cut 4 1/4″ x 11″ scored at 5 1/2″
  • Front layer: Bubble Bath Cardstock cut 4″ x 5 1/4″
  • Sentiment label: Bubble Bath Cardstock die cut with the second from smallest circle die

Emboss the front layer about 1 1/2″ in on long edge. Stamp pencil repeatedly across bottom of front layer in Pebbled Path ink. Splatter layer with Moody Mauve ink using a Stampin’ Write Marker, then splatter with Wink of Stella. Set aside to dry. Die cut the sentiment label and stamp sentiment in Moody Mauve ink. Separate the jute and adhere a bow made with a single strand behind sentiment. Adhere sentiment to card front using Stampin’ Dimensionals. Embellish as desired with pearls.

Thank You

Thanks for joining the May 2024 Color Fusers Blog hop, where I showed how to use the Trusty Tools stamp set to make an adorable thank you card! I hope you enjoyed it and continue to hop along with the other Color Fusers designers.

Next up is Bonnie O’Neill. You won’t want to miss her project.

Or you may go back to Kim McGillis. I can’t wait to see the gorgeous project she has shared!

If you would like to create today’s project, you may click on any of the products shown below to find them in my online store.



2024-2025 Annual Catalog

It’s here! The 2024 – 2025 Annual Catalog is now available. Hop on over to my online store, and see what all the fuss is about.

Fresh New Look

This year’s catalog has undergone a revamp in layout, and it is wonderful! So many tips and helpful resources to make your creating easier than ever. If you don’t have a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator, I would love to send you a catalog, please contact me to let me know!

Mel’s Top 3

Every catalog brings favorites. Here are mine…

#163418 Country Woods Suite – how can you not love it!

#165058 Classic Stampin’ Pad Bundle 2024-2026 In Colors – because color is EVERYTHING!

#163581 Spotlight on Nature Bundle – these circle dies are a MUST-HAVE!!

I hope you love the new catalog as much as I do. To an awesome year of crafting!

Thanks for stopping by!



Last Chance Product Sale – Starts Today!

Starting today, select items from the Last Chance Product Lists are on sale!

Card made with the Carnival Treats Host Stamp Set and Iridescent Foil Gems from the January - April 2024 Mini Catalog and the Heartfelt Hellos Sale-A-Bration 2024 stamp set. Project created by Melanie Hockin of Mel's Inky Fingers.

Carnival Treats Stamp Set

There are tons of items to choose from, up to 60% off. Items are starting to move fast, so if you have your eye on something, now is a good time to grab it, before it is gone!

Beautiful Balloons birthday card featuring the Beautiful Balloons bundle created for the December 2023 Color Fusers blog hop. Cards designed by Melanie Hockin of Mel's Inky Fingers featuring Stampin' Up! Beautiful Balloons stamp set and Beautiful Balloons die set.

Beautiful Balloons Stamp & Die Bundle

Product Lists

If you would like to print Last Chance Product Lists from either the Annual Catalog or the January – April Mini Catalog, you can find them here.

Birthday card created for the Color Fusers February 2024 blog hop featuring the It's A Science stamp set, Simply Elegant Trim, and Rhinestone Basic jewels by Stampin' Up! Card created and designed by Melanie Hockin of Mel's Inky Fingers.

It’s A Science Stamp Set

2022-2024 In Colors

Now is also your last chance to get the retiring 2022-2024 In Colors. These colors have been popular, and I know you will love them!

50-60% Off Product List

Here are all the products on sale for 50% off or more! Some of my favorites are on this list! For more detail, or to shop, click on the item below to visit my online store.

Thanks for stopping by today!