Here are a few cards I put together using the cards and die cut elements from the beautiful Autumn Abundance September Paper Pumpkin Kit.
Three Cards And Lots Of Color Combos
I slightly altered the card above from its original “Kit” version. My card front patterned paper layer is actually the front of one of the card bases in the Kit. I cut it to 4 1/8″ x 5 3/8″, and attached it to a Boho Blue cardstock card base. The sentiment is one of the images from the stamp set included in the Kit, as is the circle sentiment layer. Under the sentiment is one of the leaf die cuts from the Kit. I love the blues and oranges together. This combination, paired with shades of yellow is definitely a winner. Below are a few fun Autumn color alternatives inspired by this card.
Card Number Two
The only change I made to the card above is the addition of a little embellishment. This is the front of a 4″ x 4″ card base in the Kit. I cut the card base in half, keeping the open circle layer to attach to a Very Vanilla card base. I cut the Very Vanilla cardstock 4″ x 8″, and scored it at 4″. The die cut elements are placed as they appear in the Kit sample. Below is some color inapiration from the card.
Card Number Three
I slightly altered the card above. The patterned paper front card layer is half of one of the card bases in the Kit. I cut the original card front to 4″ x 5 1/4″. I used different die cut elements and positioned them differently, however I was inspired by the card design from the Kit. The sentiment layer, along with the Cajun Craze sentiment grounding layer is a duplicate of the card in the Kit. I added a few embellishments for a little sparkle. Here’s some color inspiration.
You might enjoy getting a surprise box of creativity in the mail each month. Think about subscribing to Paper Pumpkin. When my Kit arrives, I look forward to what inspiration lies ahead.
You can find more details about Paper Pumpkin here. You can also click on my Menu Bar above. Go to the “Shop” tab, then click on “Paper Pumpkin”.
The October Nests of Christmas Kit will include everything you need to make 10 cards, five each of two designs. There are tri-fold card bases and pre-cut Specialty green foil labels.
The colors in the Kit are below, and you will also receive a Shaded Spruce Stamin’ Spot.
This Kit coordinates with the Nests of Winter Product Suite. It’s in the September-December 2024 Mini Catalog on page 30-31.
So, there’s lots of color insp;iration here for you today. Pick a trio and see what you can create. Have fun with it.
… the only limitation is your imagination!
The Splendid Autumn September Customer Card Kit
You will receive everything you need to put the cards together as I’ve designed them except for adhesives. You will receive Dimensionals, if used.
The Kit will include the card bases, layers, die cuts, embellishments, sentiment layers, and envelopes.
I cannot send stamped images, but you will have a sentiment layer you can customize to a stamp you already own, or you can purchase the Something Fancy Stamp Set. It’s on page 79 in the current Annual Catalog.
You will also receive a printed PDF Tutorial, along with a video link so you can put the cards together with me.
You will automatically receive this kit with a minimum product purchase of $50.00 through my online store.
This card kit will be available through September 30th, 2024.
As always, please reach out to me with any quesitons.
In my last post, I showcased the August, 2024 Time For Cake Paper Pumpkin Kit. I assembled those cards according to the Kit directions. The cards in this post are “Out-Of-The Box” Paper Pumpkin Alternatives. I used all of the supplies in the Kit and created “alternate” card designs. I put together six of the 9 cards in the Kit plus the three I’m showcasing today. There are easily enough supplies to make an additional four to five cards.
As you can see, I substituted the card bases using Night of Navy cardstock, added a Basic White cardstock layer to the top card and “shadowed” the sentiment with Basic White cardstock. Except for the addition of embellishments, all other supplies are in the Kit. Remember, if you are a Paper Pumpkin Subscriber, you can get Refill Kits.
Hooray It’s Your Birthday
This design is a popular Book Binding Fun Fold. It’s quick and easy.
I cut a Night of Navy cardstock card base 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″, and scored it at 3 1/4″ and 4 1/4″ on the long side.
Fold the card base in half on the 4 1/4″ score line, then fold the front flap back on the 3 1/4″ score line. Adhere the left edge of the card front by placing glue n the 1″ scored space.
The floral patterned paper layer is 3 1/8″ x 5 3/8″. I cut it from one of the envelopes in the Kit.
The Night of Navy and Misty Moonlight patterned paper layer is 7/8″ x 5 3/8″. I cut this piece from one of the card layers in the Kit.
The rectangle front candle patterned paper layer is 2 1/4″ x 3 1/4″. I cut this from one of the card layers in the Kit.
The Basic White cardstock layer under the center patterned paper layer is 2 3/8″ x 3 3/8″.
The sentiment is a sticker in the Kit. I attached it to a piece of Basic White cardstock and fussy cut it creating a “shadow layer”. I attached it to the card front with Mini Dimensionals.
I added some embellishments I had in my stash.
Happy Birthday Stripes
The card above turned out to me my favorite!
I cut a Night of Navy cardstock card base 4 1/4″ x 11″, and scored it at 5 1/2″ on the 11″ side.
The pink card front layer is a card base from the Kit. I cut it 4 1/8″ x 5 2/8″.
The center horizontal patterned paper layer is 2 1/4″ x 3 1/2″. I cut it from one of the card front layers in the Kit.
The vertical patterned paper layers are punch-outs from the Kit. I trimmed the flower design layers to measure 2 3/8″ in length. The strips are 1/2″ wide.
The pink vertical strips on the Focal Point are also punch-outs from the Kit. They measure 3/8″ x 2 3/4″,
I attached the five strips to the center horizontal layer with glue, stamped and adhered the sentiment layer, and popped the horizontal layer onto the card front with Dimensionals.
The off-set candle is stamped with one of the Kit stamps. I attached it with glue.
I added embellishments I had in my stash.
Sparkle, Shine, and Make A Wish
The card above is probably the quickest and easiest card I ever put together! I love the sentiment font.
The Night of Navy cardstock card base is 4 1/4″ x 11″, scored at 5 1/2″.
The Moody Mauve and blue striped card front layer is 3 3/4″ x 5″. It’s the back of one of the card bases in the Kit.
The candle patterned layer is 3 1/2″ wide x 3 3/4″ long. I cut it from one of the card layers in the Kit.
The two short candles are cut-outs from the Kit. I stamped them with the candle image and Night of Navy ink.
I stamped the sentiment with Night of Navy ink and added a few embellishments.
So I hope you enjoy this parade of alternative cards from the August Time For Cake Paper Pumpkin Kit. I had so much fun putting them together. I’m looking forward to the September Kit, Autumn Abundance. You can get the Kit details, along with Paper Pumpkin details here.
So, with a few cuts, a little glue, and don’t forget the embellishments, you can expand your Paper Pumpkin Kits, and have lots of fun in your craft space.
… the only limitation is your imagination!
August, 2024 Customer Card Kit
This is a Fall-Themed Kit that features the Autumn Leaves Bundle. You will receive your Kit automaically with a minimum product purchase of $50 through my online store at Stampin’ Up! The Kit will include:
Everything you need to put the cards together as I’ve designed them;
Card bases, layers, die cuts, embellishments, sentiment layers, and envelopes;
I cannot send stamped images, but you will have a sentiment layer you can customize to a stamp you already own, or you can purchase the Autumn Leaves Bundle through my Online Store.
A printed PDF Tutorial, along with a video link so you can put the cards together with me.
This card kit will be available through August 31st.
Redeem Bonus Days Coupons
You have until August 31st to redeem your Bonus Days Coupons. You should have received an email from Stampin’ Up! shortly after you placed your order in July. This email contains a Coupon Code. When you place your order in August, you will be prompted to put in the Coupon Code(s). If you have more than one Coupon Code, enter them in the space provided separated by a comma. The discount will appear when you check out.
I recently received my August Paper Pumpkin Kit in the mail. It is true, when you see that orange box, you get excited. Stampin’ Up! keeps the contents of the monthly Paper Pumpkin Kit a surprise. Yes, we get little hints, the theme, colors, or whether it’s a card kit or a 3-D Project Kit. I’ve been a subscriber for quite a while now, and I enjoy getting the Kit, and putting everything together. It’s a fun way to simply craft. The designs are planned for you.
I have three cards to share today. They are the cards from the August “Time For Cake” Paper Pumpkin Kit. Each card has its own personality. I’ve put together the cards as Stampin’ Up! designed them. I’ll share some alternatives using the supplies in the Kit in my next post.
Each of the Paper Pumpkin Kits come with everything you need to careate the featured cards and projects. The assembly instructions are included and there’s a QR Code included that will take you to a Video Tutorial for each Kit. The cards and projects are easy and fun.
Paper Pumpkin Subscription Choices
There are different subscription packages for Paper Pumpkin.
You can sign up for the Monthly Subscription. This is a month to month subscription you can cancel at any time. The cost is $25.00.
You can save by signing up for the 3-month Subscription Package. You pay one lower price and receive the Kit each month for three months. The cost is $71.00.
You can also get more savings with a six month Subscription. It’s $130.50.
The Annual Subscription (12 consecutive months) is $252.00.
There are always Kit Refills avaiolable to Paper Pumpkin Subscribers. If you really like a Kit and want more of the card or project, the Refill Kit is perfect. You get everything in the monthly Kit except for the stamp set and ink spot.
September Paper Pumpkin Kit – Autumn Abundance
The Autumn Abundance Paper Pumpkin Kit Subscription Period is from August 11th through September 10th.
The Kit makes 9 cards, three each of three designs.
The projects include printed cards and coordinting envelopes.
Laser cuyt card fronts, an ephemera pack, and embellishments.
You will also receive a Cajun Craze Classic Stampin’ Spot.
The coordinating colors for the September Kit are: Cajun Craze, Crushed Curry, Poppy Parade, Pumpkin Pie, Very Vanilla and Wild Wheat.
For more details and to sign up for Paper Ppumpkin, you can click here. Also, please feel free to reach out to me with any questions you may have.
Remember to chack back for my Paper Pumpkin Kit Alternatives.
… the only limitation is your imagination!
August, 2024 Customer Card Kit
This is a Fall-Themed Kit that features the Autumn Leaves Bundle. You will receive your Kit automaically with a minimum product purchase of $50 through my online store at Stampin’ Up! The Kit will include:
Everything you need to put the cards together as I’ve designed them;
Card bases, layers, die cuts, embellishments, sentiment layers, and envelopes;
I cannot send stamped images, but you will have a sentiment layer you can customize to a stamp you already own, or you can purchase the Autumn Leaves Bundle through my Online Store.
A printed PDF Tutorial, along with a video link so you can put the cards together with me.
This card kit will be available through August 31st.
Redeem Bonus Days Coupons
You have until August 31st to redeem your Bonus Days Coupons. You should have received an email from Stampin’ Up! shortly after you placed your order in July. This email contains a Coupon Code. When you place your order in August, you will be prompted to put in the Coupon Code(s). If you have more than one Coupon Code, enter them in the space provided separated by a comma. The discount will appear when you check out.
Isn’t this card absolutely gorgeous? I put it together using all of the elements from the July Painted Perals Paper Pumpkin Kit.
Paper Pumpkin is a Monthly Subscription to what I call “creativity in a box”. It’s a surprise, but Stampin’ Up! always give a little hint of what to expect. There’s plenty of inspiration if you choose to use the supplies in the Kit to design your own cards and projects.
Each Kit comes with everything you need to create the cards as designed. It also includes a coordinating stamp set, ink spot, adhesives and embellishmenbts.
As a Peper Pumpkin Subscriber, you will be able to purchase past Kit Refills.
So, below are the additional card designs from the July Painted Petals Paper Pumpkin Kit.
Below is a sample of the front of the coordinating envelope front from the Kit.
August Paper Pumpkin Kit
The Kit is called “Time For Cake” and celebrates birthday occasions.
Each August Kit will include a free additional stamp set.
The subscription period for August ends August 10th.
So, take the plunge and treat yourself to a monthly surprise filled with creative options.
… the only limitation is your imagination!
Just A Few More Days For Bonus Days
Bonus Days Are Back-Through July 31, 2024
Beginning July 3rd through July 31st, you will earn a $5.00 Bonus Coupon for each $50.00 in product you purchase. Below are the details:
Earn a $5 coupon for each $50 you purchase (befor3e shipping and tax).
The coupon code will be emailed to you at the email address you provide in your order.
If you earn multiple coupons with one order, you will receive one email for that order with multiple codes.
There is no limit to the amount of coupon codes you can earn.
Save your emails. You will need the codes to redeem your $5 credit(s).
The redemption period for the coupon codes is through the month of August, 2024. From August 1st through August 31st.
You can always reach out to me with questions. My email is expressivelydeb@gmail.com.
Get ready. This is a great time to stock up on your crafting ‘basics”.
uly, 2024 Customer Mini Card Kit
Below are additional Kit details.
You will receive everything you need to put the cards together as I’ve designed them except for your glue or tape runner. You will receive Dimensionals, if used.
The kit will include the card bases, layers, die cuts, embellishments, sentiment layers, and envelopes.
I cannot send stamped images, but you will have a sentiment layer you can customize to a stamp you already own, or you can purchase the Everyday Details Bundle.
You will also receive a printed PDF Tutorial, along with a video link so you can put the cards together along with me.
You will automatically receive this kit with a minimum product purchase of $50.00 through my online store.
This card kit will be available through July 31st, 2024.
As always, please reach out to me with any quesitons.
The Memorable Meadows Martch Paper Pumpkin Kit coordinates with the current Meandering Meadow Suite Collection. The Meandering Meadow Product Suite, the Garden Meadow Bundle, and the Meandering Meadow Designer Series Paper Pack are all in the Online Exclusives and available. Below is a card I created using the Meandering Meadow Suite.
It’s so easy to create “out of the box” when you receive your Paper Pumpkin Kit in the mail. Stampin’ Up! makes this easy when they coordinate the Kit with current products. You can see the entire Meandering Meadow Product Suite here. This will give you a good idea of what to expect in the March Memorable Meadows Paper Pumpkin Kit.
The Memorable Meadows Kit Details
Share nature’s beauty with lovely all-occasion cards!
The Kit, as designed, makes 9 cards: 3 each of 3 designs with 9 coordinating envelopes.
It includes precut vellum pieces & wood embellishments.
A Garden Green Classic Ink Spot is included, along with a coordinating stamp set.
The Kit coordinates with the Meandering Meadows Suite Collection (item 162745).
Coordinating colors: Granny Apple Green, Garden Green, Balmy Blue, Night of Navy, Gorgeous Grape, and Fresh Freesia.
SUBSCRIBE TO PAPER PUMPKIN
The subscription deadline to receive the Memorable Meadows Paper Pumpkin Kit is March 10th.
Below are some of the projects I put together using the supplies from the Sweet Springtime February Paper Pumpkin Kit.
Whether you’re a beginner, or a seasoned paper crafter, it’s always fun to sit down, put on some music, open the box, and let the Kit take you on a fun creative journey as you complete the projects. As a Paper Pumpkin subscriber, you will have access to past kit refills, and loads of alternate project inspiration.
You can subscribe, receive your kit, and decide if it’s something you want to continue to receive. If not, you can cancel your subscription with no questions asked.
So, subscribe to Paper Pumpkin, create pretty cards and projects, and share them with friends and family.
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