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Welcome back, Kre8tors! Today I’m sharing this First Frost Belly Band Card with you and I am SO excited! One of my all time favorite color combinations is Melon Mambo and Granny Apple Green (Bright Pink and Lime Green.) In fact, when I started Melissa’s Kre8tions, one of my very first logos was done in similar colors as you can see from my OLD (2008) graphic below!

I originally made this card for the members of my VIP Stamp Lounge on Facebook. I reserve the group for my customers and downlines. I post live tutorials, share sneak peeks, and more. Want to get in? All you have to do is become a customer (place an order) or join my team!

I am totally in love with the First Frost stamps and dies. It makes creating SO simple and quick! I did take some design inspiration from Shirley Jones Taylor of Paper Doll Designs. I saw her card on Pinterest and knew I wanted to CASE it and show it off to my group.

I think the biggest difference between my card and hers is that I turned the white cardstock into a belly band to wrap around the card. That and the colors are very different. I decided to make two versions, with subtle differences between both. You can see these differences, with tips, in my video below.

I really love the addition of the sequins. I think it really makes the card stand out. And the metallic thread is one of my favorites! I really like the look it gives behind the flowers and greenery. And of course a pop of glimmer paper offers a nice touch of bling!

Measurements:

Melon Mambo Cardbase: 4-1/4″ x 11″, Score @ 5-1/2″
Whisper White Belly Band: 2-1/2″ x 11″
Whisper White Scrap: Approx. 4″ x 5″

Materials:

First Frost Clear-Mount Stamp Set [148420] $22.00	Frosted Bouquet Framelits Dies [147895] $33.00	Melon Mambo Classic Stampin’ Pad [147051] $7.50	Granny Apple Green Stampin’ Pad [147095] $7.50	Melon Mambo 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock [115320] $8.50
Whisper White 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock [100730] $9.75	Sparkle Glimmer Paper [146957] $5.00	Basic Adhesive-Backed Sequins [146933] $7.00	Silver Metallic Thread [138402] $3.50	Tear & Tape Adhesive [138995] $7.00
Glue Dots [103683] $5.25	SNAIL Permanent Adhesive [104332] $7.00	Stampin’ Dimensionals [104430] $4.00	Stampin’ Trimmer [126889] $30.00	Bone Folder [102300] $7.00
Clear Block D [118485] $8.50

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Hello Kre8tors! It’s been a hot minute since I’ve been able to get on and post let alone film a video! I was able to find some time tonight to play with my new Christmas goodies that are helping me get better organized and a bit more professional! My customers got a first hand look at my new toys when I went live to make this beautiful First Frost card in my private Facebook group.

I really love how this card turned out. I wasn’t sure about using Blueberry Bushel at first, but when I saw Melissa Gifford’s card on Pinterest, I really wanted to try it out! I tweaked it to use what I had on hand, but for the most part stuck with the overall layout.

The Blueberry Bushel and Whisper White are so lovely together, especially when you throw in some Glimmer paper and Vellum! And can we just give those Epoxy Droplets a moment?! They are STUNNING with this bundle! I love everything about how this card turned out!

Be sure to check out my video tutorial below to see how it all came together, and to get a peek at my new video backdrop! I’m SO in love! Thanks for stopping by, hope to see you again soon!

Measurements:

Whisper White Cardbase: 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″, Score @ 4-1/4″
Whisper White Mat: 4″ x 5-1/4″
Whisper White Scrap: Approx. 4″ x 5″
Blueberry Bushel: 2″ x 5-1/4″
Vellum: Approx. 3″ x 6″
Glimmer: Approx. 2″ x 6″

Materials:

First Frost Clear-Mount Bundle [149943]	Scattered Sequins Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder [145649]	Tin Tile Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder [147906]	Blueberry Bushel 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock [146968]	Whisper White 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock [100730]
Sparkle Glimmer Paper [146957]	Vellum 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock [101856]	Frosted & Clear Epoxy Droplets [147801]	Stampin’ Dimensionals [104430]	Glue Dots [103683]
Bone Folder [102300]	Stampin’ Trimmer [126889]	Big Shot [143263]	Big Shot Die Brush – New Configuration [144262]

If you don’t already have a demonstrator, I would love to be your Creative Coach! How can I help you?
If your order is over $150, don’t use a hostess code because you qualify for your own Stampin’ Rewards!
If your order is less than $150, use my current hostess code 79RMFWKD when you place your order to get a thank you card from me at the beginning of next month! Your support means a lot to me and helps me to continue doing what I love, which is making videos for you to enjoy.