Hello! Welcome to the very first day of Papertrey Ink's 9th Anniversary celebration! It's going to be such a fun party with contests, challenges, prizes, and new products to enjoy. I'm so excited to get to be part of the PTI family for another year...I LOVE stamping and I love this company and group of very talented, kind-hearted women that I am lucky enough to get to work with. So, how about a challenge to start off the festivities?
Each of the PTI designer was asked to select our favorite card from 2015. Mine is shown at the bottom of my post. I'm sure it's my favorite card because of the beautiful Brushed Blooms stamp set that I used...I can't quite get enough of that set and it will go down as one of my most favorites.
But another reason why I love that particular card is because of the colors that ended up finding their way onto my card and the beautiful mix that came from them. I used Autumn Rose, Lavender Moon, Melon Berry, Summer Sunrise, Spring Moss, and Simply Chartreuse.
We were asked to create another card for this post, using that very same color combination. I used the Bitty Bouquets stamp set and coordinating dies on this card along with Sew Simple Borders, and a sentiment from the Bold Blossoms stamp set. I used the Stitched Primitive Hearts die and Lavender Moon Stripe paper.
Here is my original card from which I gathered inspiration for the colors in my challenge card. Once again, it uses the Brushed Blooms stamp set along with Sheer Basics Vellum, and the Monthly Moments: Journal Card 2 die.
Now for the challenge. Select your favorite color combination from those listed on Nichole's blog, and create a card of your own. BIG, BIG PRIZE...the winner of this challenge, will win their PTI wish list (up to $300)! So be sure to visit Nichole's blog, stop in and visit the other 2016 designers, and create something beautiful!
A big thank you for each time you visit me here at my little home on the web, and for each kind and gracious word you share with me. I am truly thankful.
Melis
I love your new card so much! Gorgeous!
Posted by: Vicki Finger | February 05, 2016 at 04:52 AM
Absolutely, positootly beautiful, Melissa! You always amaze me and I'm glad we get to keep seeing your PTI inspiration this year!!
Posted by: Gina | February 05, 2016 at 05:15 AM
I love your new card, guess you're gonna make me get that pretty stitched primitive heart die! And I remember the Brushed Blooms card. In fact, I thought it was so pretty, I had to make a few & send them out. Thank you, as always, for your inspiration & encouragement- looking forward to another PTI year!
Posted by: Donna M. | February 05, 2016 at 05:29 AM
Melissa, my best friend and I have a code word for a card that either of us makes with lots of layers, embellishments and feminine style: "its a Melissa card"! You always inspire us to take a card to the next level.
Posted by: Polly Lemire | February 05, 2016 at 05:42 AM
Oh, Melissa...I LOVE, love, LOVE that first card...you've really made the colors shine on it! And I adore the shape of that heart die. It was out of stock the last time I was able to make a purchase, I think. You always make me wish I had it! Just saw the 14 day challenge, on the previous post, I think. How wonderful...thanks for sharing it! And thanks for your continued one of a kind inspiration!!!
Posted by: geri | February 05, 2016 at 06:26 AM
Your card is just so lovely and sweet, Melissa! So glad you will continue on PTI's DT this year! BTW, you make the most delicious bows, ever!
Posted by: Cindy H. | February 05, 2016 at 06:35 AM
As usual...never disappointing... thank you for your style
Posted by: Linda Lander | February 05, 2016 at 06:42 AM
Stunning!! I love everything you create!!
Posted by: Nora | February 05, 2016 at 07:03 AM
Thank you! 1st for always inspiring, and 2nd for bringing to life my favorite style of card making. It's a present to my soul with every visit to your blog! Beauty, joy, eye candy and deep friendly kindness! What a gift to all of us!
Posted by: Nancy Penir | February 05, 2016 at 07:05 AM
Brushed Blooms will always be one of my favorite PTI sets as well!! Your color combos surprise and delight!!
Posted by: jan metcalf | February 05, 2016 at 07:18 AM
I follow you all the time. Lovely cards
Posted by: Vicki | February 05, 2016 at 07:22 AM
I love what you've done with the flowers!
Posted by: Kathie B | February 05, 2016 at 07:35 AM
Oh my gosh!,,, Beyond beautiful .....your talent is huge!,,
Posted by: Mary Lee | February 05, 2016 at 07:36 AM
For a person who loves to look at pretty things, your blog (and you, of course) is literally a godsend. Thank you so much, Melissa.
Posted by: Diana K | February 05, 2016 at 08:37 AM
Your cards are beautiful and so are you. ;) I love to watch your videos and hear your sweet voice. Thank you for your continued inspiration~
Posted by: Marlena M | February 05, 2016 at 09:57 AM
You and your work are very special. I love visiting your blog. I have learned a lot about layering and color from you. I look forward to more. thanks a bunch
Posted by: Deb Hudson | February 05, 2016 at 01:17 PM
Well Melis what can I say..always love your cards and you are my most favorite DT member from PTI..just love all you make..the colors the softness sweetness of it all....
so Thank you from the bottom of my heart for all your inspiration and all your sweet sharing's of your life..ideas..and quotes..
And the sweet e-mails you send to thank me for leaving a comment..it makes my day each time too..
Hugs Holly.
Posted by: Holly Saveur | February 05, 2016 at 01:29 PM
Hi Melissa,
Oh my, you are a girl after my own heart! What an AWESOME and inspiring piece of ART!!! Because let's say it out loud... ART comes in various forms, and what you do, although in a smaller scale is absolute ART! As far as I am concerned you bring me much more joy with your artistic creations than Picasso with one of his paintings! Thanks for bringing sunshine into my life!
Cariños,
María Alba
Posted by: María Alba Negrón | February 05, 2016 at 02:47 PM
Beautiful card , love your new one with the heart.
Posted by: NatQuebec | February 05, 2016 at 03:35 PM
Beautiful, softly feminine cards! Love them, Melis!
Posted by: Patty O'Malley | February 05, 2016 at 04:19 PM
What a beautiful card, Melissa! Your work is such an inspiration to me and so many! I am so glad you will be part of the PTI DT again this year. Your blog is the first one I look at during release time, and every other day of the month! I just love your style and grace! I am looking forward to another wonderful year of beautiful projects and from the heart blog posts. Thank you so much for sharing your talent with so many! God bless!
Posted by: Janice Marcham | February 05, 2016 at 04:23 PM
I am always inspired by your pretty cards, Melis! So glad I can look forward to another year of your inspiration.
Posted by: Marilyn in Michigan | February 05, 2016 at 05:30 PM
Melissa - not only are your projects inspirational but your blog posts as well. Thank you for both. Your designs are one-of-a-kind and I'm so grateful that you are part of the PTI Design team. Wishing you a joy-filled 2016.
Posted by: see mary stamp | February 05, 2016 at 06:28 PM
Wonderful card, Melissa! Nice design, colors, patterned papers, stitched heart and other stitches, flowers. I love the way you combine design elements and bring them all together to make your always awesome cards! :)
Posted by: Gabby | February 05, 2016 at 11:38 PM
Both cards are adorable but I think I love the stitched heart cart the most. Love your story about the "of" being left out of one of your cards.
Posted by: Sandy M | February 06, 2016 at 01:43 PM