Melissa Frances

Layout tutorial from Emeline

(Supply List: Patterned paper - Flora (PA361), Hester (PA370) • Resin accents: Bird Collection (CX831), Garden Party Applique (CX813), Newstead Frame Large (CX696) • Brooch: Granny's Pearl Brooch (BR009) • Stickers: 5th Avenue Sticker Book (GN443)• Other, non-Melissa Frances supplies: cream cardstock, pearl rope, doilies, decorative border punch, stamps, ink)

We have a beautiful layout to share with you today from design team member Emeline Seet. Here are her comments:

This layout depicts wedding photos of my parents which took place in the 60's. I used Melissa Frances (Newstead Frame- large) to incorporate multiple photos without overwhelming your layout. Hidden journaling can adopt this similar concept.

Please click on photos below in order to enlarge the printing so that you can read it.

Mystery project

When we received the following submission from Lana Edwards in our inbox, we were intrigued when she said:

I made something out of a treasure I found at the local Goodwill store,you might like to see. It's actually made by running it over with our car LOL LOL Are you curious now LOL?

Of course we were curious, so we popped over to her blog to find out more. I'm sure that you will be as impressed with her dedication to this project as we were! Check out the story here.

A workshop in Cupertino, CA

We received an email from Letty Lucero sharing with us information on a workshop she is teaching this Saturday, December 3rd at Memories Live On, 10191 DeAnza Blvd., Cupertino, CA.

Here is a description so that you local girls can consider attending!

Description: Christmas Envelope & Tag Album (Featuring Melissa Frances - Deck The Halls) If you like Melissa Frances products, old fashion Christmas themed patterned papers or just want to make a unique album to keep your memories of Christmas 2011 then this is the class for you!

Join us to learn how to make this large (8.5" x 5.75") Envelope & Tag Album. We will be using mostly Melissa Frances products with the exception of your adhesive (wet & dry), your fluid chalk, Diamond Glaze and a few ribbons. Melissa Frances Products: Large Envelope n Tag Album, "Deck The Halls" patterned papers, die cuts, stickers, mini flashcards, lace ribbon, oblong prism, chipboard ornaments, large resin frame & a vintage brooch.

For more preview images and information, including how to register, check out this link.

Have a Jolly Good Time

 
(Supply List: Patterned paper:  Wonderland  (PA170) • Non Melissa Frances supplies:  sentiment from Penny Black Jolly Follies stamp set; Cuttlebug embossing folders Swiss Dots and  Snowflakes;  Spellbinder Classic Circles;  Ranger  Diamond Stickles; Ranger  Antique Linen and  Archival  Jet Black inks;  clear rhinestones from my stash.)

As the holiday season approaches, we have a card from Lana to share with you. It makes use our our 2009 Holiday Collection combined with embossed paper. Thanks Lana!

A Birthday Party!

We were tickled when we received a note from Shell Carman sharing with us the "Loot Bags" and Party Hat she made for her daughter's First Birthday. Thanks for making us a part of such a special celebration Shell! Check out her creations:

(Supply Lists: Party Hat - MF 5th Ave paper: Minerva, Flora, Pearl, Ebony • Crown Jewel Broach • Pearl Combo (pink large & med) • Non Melissa Frances products: Tim Holtz liquid pearls Petal Pink, Wp Bloomers Butter, WP Designer Threads, AC Thickers "giggles" foam number, Spellbinders Fleur De Lis Motifs
 
Loot Bag - MF 5th Ave paper: Flora, Pearl, Ebony • Pearl Combo (pink large) • Non Melissa Frances products: Tim Holtz liquid pearls Petal Pink, Stampin Up ribbon Baja Breeze)

Then, Shell shared with us a layout so that we could see the adorable brithday girl!


(Supply List: Layout - MF 5th Ave paper: Lula, Essie, Flora, Pearl • Melissa Frances Attic Treasures paper: Anastasia • Pearl Combo (green large) • 5th Ave Cardstock Die Cuts • 5th Ave Chipboard Accents • Non Melissa Frances Products: Prima flowers, vine, pearl bling, Kaisercraft flowers, WP Bloomers Butter, Lace (Hollywood Vouge trim), Tim Holtz liquid Pearls Pink Petal, Pink Paislee butterfly garden butterfly, Fern Laser chipboard, JTs Laser cuts chipboard title)

Thanks so much for sharing your daughter's first birthday with us Shell. You outdid yourself with these adorable decorations and scrapbook layout!

Projects from the Netherlands - Part 2

First, we want to pass on a big "Happy Thanksgiving" to our US readers. We hope that you and your families have a wonderful day!


Yesterday we introduced you to Romy Veul and shared 3 of her projects with you. Today we have the other 2 layouts which she made with her My Creative Scrapbook LE kit.

What beautifully detailed projects Romy. Thank you for sharing them with our readers.



If you have a project featuring Melissa Frances that you would like to share with us, we invite you to email it to us at [email protected]

Winner is...

First, we want to say a HUGE thank you to everyone who entered our Deck the Halls giveaway. We loved reading through your sweet praise for our newest embellishments. Today, we are please to share that the winner of our Melissa Frances giveaway is Ann-Kay who said:

It is impossible to choose only one favorite because all those items are lovely! The little church is adorable but i also love the bottle trees and mini ornaments. So cute!

Posted by: Ann-Kay Design | November 17, 2011 at 08:34 AM

Ann-Kay, please look for an email from us in your inbox!

Projects from the Netherlands - Part 1

We received an email from Netherlands paper crafter Romy Veul containing a number of projects and the following sweet note:

I just wanted to say thank you for creating one of the most gorgeous collections ever...5th Avenue is simply gorgeous! We got to play with these wonderful papers and some more Melissa Frances yumminess in the My Creative Scrapbook LE kit and I'd like to show you the 4 layouts and card I made with this kit. Gosh, I love this range of products so much!

Thank you for your sweet note Romy. Your projects are beyond gorgeous and we are pleased to share them with our readers here on the Melissa Frances blog.

3 All Occasion Cards

(Supply List: Patterned Paper- Melissa Frances • Other, non Melissa Frances supplies: Stamps: Waltzingmouse Off Beat Backgrounds, Very Vintage Labels No. 10, Rescue Remedies Additions • Die Templates and Machine: Spellbinders • Punches: Fiskars scalloped square • Flower: Recolletions • Ink: SU, PTI, Ranger, Memento)
Mona Pendleton has often shared her beautiful creations with us here at Melissa Frances, and once again, we have some beautiful cards from her to share with you!
(Supply Lists: ONE STITCH AT A TIME CARD: Patterned Paper: Melissa Frances • Stamps & Dies: My Favorite Things Sew Nifty, Little Open Scalloped Strip, Rolled Rose, Sizzix Vagabond HAVE FUN CARD: Patterned Paper: Melissa Frances • Other, non-Melissa Frances supplies: Stamps: Waltzingmouse Gingham & Co., Free Spirit Die Templates & Machine: Spellbinders™Eyelet Circles, Standard Circles SM, Labels One, Nested Ice Cream Cones, Sizzix Vagabond Other: Cuttlebug embossing folder)

Sweet Gift Tag

Design team member Anne Kristine made this sweet tag project combining our Attic Treasures collection with stamping and vintage bits. So lovely Anne Kristine.