August 2021 Color Challenge

Check out the August 2021 Color Challenge & Blog Hop! The colors this month are Just Jade, Gorgeous Grape, Highland Heather & Basic Gray.

Welcome to the Color Fusers Blog Hop and August 2021 Color Challenge!

I absolutely adore the August 2021 Color Challenge color scheme! I am a purple lover in general and I especially love purple and green together. The hardest part of this challenge was incorporating the Basic Gray. That said, I had so much fun playing with ideas for the challenge this month. In fact, I created some variations of today’s project that I’ll be posting to my blog soon. Stay tuned!

Plus, to make today’s project especially fun, I’ve used my favorite Sale-A-Bration stamp set on my card too. It’s called Delicate Dahlias. If you don’t know what Sale-A-Bration is, you’re in for a treat. Stay tuned for more details about Sale-A-Bration later in this post.

Check out the August 2021 Color Challenge & Blog Hop! I LOVE these colors! Plus, my project features the Delicate Dahlias Sale-A-Bration Set.

I’ve used a piece of Vellum cardstock for my stamped images.

The Delicate Dahlias Stamp Set has several images that layer one on top of each. We call it 2-Step Stamping when you stamp 2 or more images on top of each other to create the finished image.

Check out the August 2021 Color Challenge & Blog Hop! I LOVE these colors! Plus, my project features the Delicate Dahlias Sale-A-Bration Set.

For my project, the largest flower image is stamped first with Gorgeous Grape for the outline and then I’ve used a second stamp to “color in” the outline with Highland Heather ink. There are a couple of close-ups here so you can see some of that detail.

Check out the August 2021 Color Challenge & Blog Hop! I LOVE these colors! Plus, my project features the Delicate Dahlias Sale-A-Bration Set.

The small flowers in between the larger flowers are also stamped in Highland Heather ink. For this image, I’ve used both first and second ink for a really soft look, that’s almost more like a background. There’s actually an outline image stamp for this smaller flower that can be stamped over the top, but I chose not to use it so I’d get a more subtle look. The same is true for the foliage image, and again I chose to not use the coordinating outline image.

I wanted the large flowers to stand out the most!

Check out the August 2021 Color Challenge & Blog Hop! I LOVE these colors! Plus, my project features the Delicate Dahlias Sale-A-Bration Set.

After my images were stamped on the vellum I tore off the bottom and stamped my sentiment image in Gorgeous Grape ink.

Check out the August 2021 Color Challenge & Blog Hop! I LOVE these colors! Plus, my project features the Delicate Dahlias Sale-A-Bration Set.

This sentiment comes from my latest favorite sentiment stamp set that will be in the July to December 2021 Mini-Catalog that goes live on 8/3/21.

The stamp set is called Heartfelt Wishes and I just love it. Click HERE to see a recent post featuring a set of five cards made with this wonderful sentiment set.

Check out the August 2021 Color Challenge & Blog Hop! I LOVE these colors! Plus, my project features the Delicate Dahlias Sale-A-Bration Set.

Last but not least, I attached a piece of Highland Heather ribbon to the bottom of my card body, added a few pastel pearls, and attached my focal element using Dimensionals to the front of the card body.

Check out the August 2021 Color Challenge & Blog Hop! I LOVE these colors! Plus, my project features the Delicate Dahlias Sale-A-Bration Set.

In the photo below you’ll see the two stamp sets I used for my project.

Both of these sets will be available to get on 8/3/21 when the new Mini-Catalog goes live and when the upcoming Sale-A-Bration promotion begins. The Heartfelt Wishes stamp set can be purchased but the Delicate Dahlias stamp set is a Level 2 item that you can only earn for FREE during Sale-A-Bration. Check out the details just ahead.

Check out the August 2021 Color Challenge & Blog Hop! I LOVE these colors! Plus, my project features the Delicate Dahlias Sale-A-Bration Set.

Sale-A-Bration is an amazing promotion where customers, hosts, and people that purchase the Starter Kit get FREE products!

Here are the basic details:

  • Customer Benefits:
    • For each $50 in merchandise you spend during Sale-A-Bration you earn a Level 1 Free item.
    • For each $100 in merchandise you spend during Sale-A-Bration you earn two Level 1 items or one Level 2 item.
  • Host Benefits:
    • Get a Free Stamp Set called “In Your Words”, when you host a party with $300 in sales or more.
    • That’s in addition to the regular host rewards you earn.
  • For Starter Kit Purchasers:
    • Get $125 in Products for just $99 plus tax PLUS,
    • Get a FREE Bundle! There are 12 bundles to choose from!

I hope you’ve enjoyed seeing my August 2021 Color Challenge project!

To recreate my project and/or purchase any of the products used here, check out the complete supply list and project dimensions at the end of this post.

Thanks for spending some time with me today and Happy Crafting!

Melissa 🙂


Be sure to continue along on the blog hop so you don’t miss out on any of the fun!

The next stop is Nicolle Belesimo‘s blog. I know you’ll enjoy what she’s got to share!

Color Fusers Blog Hop
Color Fusers Blog Hop

Color Fusers Blog Hop Team:

Jo Anne Hewins

Melissa Kerman – You Are HERE

Nicolle Belesimo

Gail Ellis

Bonnie O’Neill

Brenda Nelson

Melanie Hockin


More Going On Now

  • Do You Want FREE Products? Check Out the Latest Sale-A-Bration Promotion Perks!
    • Customers: Get a FREE Item for Every $50 in Merchandise Purchased during Sale-A-Bration! Shop Now!
    • Hosts: Get a FREE Stamp Set from Stampin’ Up! with qualifying Parties OR Place an order of $300 in merchandise or more! Contact me to get your own host code OR simply order now!
    • Starter Kit Purchasers: Get a FREE Stampin’ Up! Bundle when you buy the Stampin’ Up! Starter Kit during Sale-A-Bration! Plus, get $125 in products for just $99 and a 20% Discount on Future Orders!
  • Did you miss the Maker’s Mojo Creative Escape Event? If so, you can still join in for the “after the live” package of electronic materials! Click HERE to purchase this event for $45. You’ll receive 9 comprehesive written tutorials and 9 video presentations, including 31 project ideas, 17 techniques/variations, Christmas card ideas, 2 Fun Fold cards and more!
  • Become a Newsletter Subscriber and get Special Perks plus FREE Downloads too! Click HERE to subscribe!
  • GET PERKS when you Place Orders through my online store! Receive FREE Project Kits. Click HERE for more details.
  • Earn Loyalty Leaves with your purchases in my Online Store! Cash them in for FREE Stampin’ Up! products! Click HERE to learn more.
  • Join me for my next Facebook Live Event on Thursday 07/15/21 at 7 pm EST. Find me on Facebook by clicking here: Melissa’s Crafting Treehouse Facebook Page

Click HERE to Shop in my Online Store Now!

Current Hostess Code:

6SSXNNMZ

Become a Stamp Club Member and get a Free Class-To-Go and Free Products!

If your order is $150 or more Do NOT use the hostess code! You’ll get hostess rewards AND a Gift from me!

Not sure how to apply the Hostess Code? Click HERE to learn more.


See the August to December 2021 Mini Catalog PDF by clicking below.

Jul to Dec 2021 Mini-Catalog

See what’s FREE for Customers, Hosts & Starter Kit Purchasers!

Check out the Sale-A-Bration Brochure by clicking below.

SAB Brochure August 2021

Click to check out the 2021 – 2022 Annual Catalog PDF!

2021-2022 Annual Catalog Cover

Project Dimensions

  • Basic Gray Card Body: 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″
  • Gorgeous Grape Layer: 4″ x 5-1/4″
  • Highland Heather Layer: 3-13/16″ x 5-1/16″
  • Vellum Cardstock: 3-1/2″ x 5-1/16″

Product List:

The following item will be available free with a $100 product purchase starting on 8/3/21:

  • Delicate Dahlias Stamp Set (Item #156601)

The following products are currently available:


Tags:

About Me Page

I am a seeker of that crazy, excited feeling that comes when you've created something that’s unique, beautiful and expresses who you are in some small way. It’s like making a new discovery, when you find a unique combination of color, layout, dimension and texture. I call it a creative spark and it makes me giddy! Through sharing and teaching I hope to help others find this amazing feeling of creative bliss!

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recent Posts

May 2023 Color Challenge & Blog Hop

May 1, 2023
Posted in ,
The theme for the May 2023 Color Challenge is the 2023-2025 InColors. I've used the Timeless Arrangements Bundle and all 5 colors on my card.

Welcome to the Color Fusers Blog Hop and May 2023 Color Challenge! If you’ve already started the blog hop you should be coming from the talented Janneke Dijkstra de Jong’s blog post. If you’ve just joined in, make sure to do the full hop and see all the wonderful projects created by the Color Fusers Design team! […]

3 Birthday Cards To Make

April 29, 2023
Posted in ,
Check out these simple birthday cards to make! Projects feature the Alphabet A La Mode dies, Bright & Beautiful designer paper and more!

In today’s post, I’ll be sharing 3 birthday cards to make using various retiring, carryover, and new products! These cards use the Alphabet A La Mode dies which are one of my favorite products in the current mini-catalog. I’m so happy this item is sticking around in the New 2023 – 2024 Annual Catalog! These […]

Make these simple Split Card Designs!

April 22, 2023
Posted in ,
Three Simple Split Card Design Ideas! Get the Greatest Journey and Mountain Air stamps & dies before they retire! Get the NEW Beautiful Balloons Bundle starting on 5/2/23.

In today’s post, I’ll be sharing three simple Split Card designs! Two of these Split Card Designs are made with retiring products and the third one is made with the NEW Beautiful Balloons Bundle which will be available to purchase starting on 5/2/23. In my Facebook Live video, I showed how to make this first […]

April 2023 Color Challenge & Blog Hop

April 3, 2023
Posted in ,
The April 2023 Color Challenge features Gorgeous Grape, Coastal Cabana & Polished Pink. I've used the Greatest Journey Bundle for my project.

Welcome to the Color Fusers Blog Hop and April 2023 Color Challenge! If you’ve already started the blog hop you should be coming from the talented Janneke Dijkstra de Jong’s blog post. If you’ve just joined in, make sure to do the full hop and see all the wonderful projects created by the Color Fusers Design team! […]

Fun with Die Cut Masking

March 25, 2023
Posted in ,
Learn how to do the die cut masking technique with the Brilliant Wings dies, the amazing Naturally Gilded Specialty Designer paper and more!

In today’s post, you’ll see several projects made with the Die Cut Masking Technique. Die Cut Masking is super easy. Plus, there are tons of creative possibilities with this technique. For today’s projects, I’ve used the Brilliant Wings dies to create my mask. On some of the projects, I’ve also used the amazing Naturally Gilded […]

Watercolor Technique with Acrylic Blocks

March 18, 2023
Posted in ,
Check out one of the easiest Watercolor Techniques ever! We'll use acrylic blocks, ink pads, a spritzer and the Greatest Journey Stamp Set.

Check out my projects with an easy Watercolor Technique and the Greatest Journey Stamp Set! This watercolor technique is so addictive! I could not stop playing with this and ended up making 8 cards each with a unique watercolored background! This is just soooo fun! The images here were stamped with Memento Tuxedo Black Ink […]

Mystery Boxes 20th Anniversary Offer!

March 14, 2023
Posted in
I'm celebrating 20 years as a Stampin' Up! demonstrator by purging my retired items. Get a Mystery Box with over $200 in products - 2 ways!

I’m super excited to share my Mystery Box 20th Anniversary offer! This month marks my 20th Anniversary as a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator. One of the ways I’m celebrating is to do a massive purge of the many retired crafting items I own. All of my old Stampin’ Up! crafting products need good homes! Mystery Boxes […]

Fun Fold Cards Tutorial with the Hello Irresistible DSP!

March 11, 2023
Posted in ,
The Hello Irresistible Designer Paper is today's featured product. Subscribe to my newsletter to get the Fun Fold Cards Tutorial for FREE!

Todays Fun Fold Cards Tutorial is a blast from the past, in honor of my 20th Anniversary as a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator! Each year on my Stampin’ Up! anniversary one of my favorite things to do is pull out a project made earlier in my time as a demonstrator, and remake it with current Stampin’ […]

March 2023 Color Challenge & Blog Hop

March 6, 2023
Posted in ,
Check out the March 2023 Color Challenge & Color Fusers Blog Hop! The color combination today is Blushing Bride, Mint Macaron & Soft Sea Foam.

Welcome to the Color Fusers Blog Hop and March 2023 Color Challenge! If you’ve already started the blog hop you should be coming from the talented Janneke Dijkstra de Jong’s blog post. If you’ve just joined in, make sure to do the full hop and see all the wonderful projects created by the Color Fusers Design team! […]

How to make a card with the Irresistible Blooms Bundle & Emboss Resist Technique

March 4, 2023
Posted in ,
The Irresistible blooms bundle is gorgeous when paired with the emboss resist technique. Learn how to make this project here!

In today’s post, I’ll be sharing a gorgeous project made with the Irresistible Blooms Bundle which is a new Online Exclusive item! So, what that means is that the Irresistible Blooms bundle and other Online Exclusive products will NOT appear in a paper catalog probably ever! You’ll only be able to see and find these […]

Mystery Host Party Opportunity & More!

February 22, 2023
Posted in
Mystery Host

Place a qualifying order and you could be the Mystery Host or win a FREE Stamp Set! Scroll down to see all the details! To Participate: Additional Details: Deadline to Participate: February 28, 2023 at 5 pm ET! Click “Shop Now” and the Mystery Host Party host code will automatically be applied to your order: […]

Learn How to Get Color Inspiration from Designer Paper!

February 18, 2023
Posted in ,
Get color inspiration from designer papers you love! The "Enjoy the Journey" designer paper was the inspiration for today's color scheme!

Do you ever struggle with finding color combinations you love? If so you are going to love today’s post for finding color inspiration ideas! Each month I have an Idea Sharing Challenge in my Treehouse Chicks Team Facebook Group. Team members earn Chicks Bucks for sharing project ideas that they can redeem for product credits […]