I hope you were able to spend some time in your craft space this weekend. It was a busy weekend for me. I did make time to complete some projects I started, and now I have to schedule some organizational time in my space.
My card is a Paper Pumpkin alternative card. I used some of the supplies from the January Lovely Lavender Paper Pumpkin Kit, and added a few Perennial Postage die cut layers, and a sentiment from the Perennial Postage Stamp Set.
Reasons I’m A Paper Pumpkin Subscriber
I enjoy receiving this little “surprise” in my mail box each month. I see exactly what you see before I receive the Kit… a few snippets of the project designs and colors.
When I open the Kit, I enjoy creating one or two of the projects as designed, but then I usually create other projects using the supplies in the Kit. The Kit is that versatile.
I put together the tag in the photo above according to the Kit instructions.
I decided to go my own way when I sat down to make the cards from the Kit instructions.
There’s always a new stamp set, a new ink color, and some form of adhesive or embellishment in the Kit. What I don’t use on the projects gets added to my supplies to be used on something else.
It’s a monthly “refresh” for me.
So, let’s make a card!
Parts & Pieces
I cut a Basic White cardstock card base 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″, and scored it at 4 1/4″ on the long side.
The Crumb Cake polka dot layer is one of the cards in the Paper Pumpkin Kit. I cut it in half and cut a layer 4″ x 5 1/4″.
Each of the patterned paper layers is die cut from card fronts in the Kit. I used the Perennial Postage Dies.
I stamped the white die cut layer with a stamp from the Kit and Lost Lagoon ink.
The Lost Lagoon leaves and the lavender stem are die cuts from the Kit.
I stamped the sentiment with Gorgeous Grape ink, fussy cut it, glued it to a piece of Gorgeous Grape cardstock, then fussy cut it again.
I adhered all of the die cut elements to the card front with glue.
I attached the Linen Thread bow with a glue dot and adhered the sentiment layer on top of it with Dimensionals.
You can get all of the details for Paper Pumnpkin by clicking here or scrolling down the “Shop With Me” tab on the Menu Bar at the top of my blog.
February Paper Pumpkin Kit
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Sweet Springtime February Paper Pumpkin Kit – Celebrate Easter and Spring with adorable cards and treat boxes.
Subscription Deadline: February 10th
The Kit makes 9 projects – 3 each of 3 designs.
Projects include printed cards, coordinating envelopes, and gift boxes.
Also included are precut paper pieces, baker’s twine, and embellishments.
Coordinating colors: Petal Pink, Daffodil Delight, Granny Apple Green, Berry Burst, Crumb Cake, and an Early Espresso Stampin’ Spot.
So, get yourself a Paper Pumpkin Kit, follow the instructions, make a few cards, then let your creativity take over and make projects that are yours, alone. You’ll have everything you need to do it.
Here’s a peek at the January Paper Pumpkin Kit. Subscribe to Paper Pumpkin by January 10th, and you will receive the Lovely Lavender Kit delivered right to your mailbox. The Kits usualy go out shortly after the 10th of the month and they’re at your door within a week or so.
The Paper Pumpkin Kit Subscription is effective for as long as you wish to receive it. You can cancel at any time with no questions asked.
The Lovely Lavender Paper Pumpkin Kit coordinates with the new Perennial Lavender Suite featured on pages 22 through 25 in the upcoming January – April 2024 Mini Catalog. This Product Suite is stunning!
The Lovely Lavender Kit Details
The cards in the Kit (made as designed), can be used for special occasions, including Valentine’s Day, anniversaries, and more! Don’t forget that you can add a fresh element, an adorable die cut, or a sentiment you already have on hand to create your unique designs. This is something I usually do.
Lovely Lavender includes 8 cards: 4 each of 2 designs with 8 coordinating envelopes.
Four bonus tags that punch out from the card front.
Precut paper pieces and linen thread.
Coordinating colors: Garden Green, Pretty Peacock, Lost Lagoon, Highland Heather, Gorgeous Grape, and Berry Burrst.
There’s a Gorgeous Grape Classic Stampin’ Spot included in the Kit.
SUBSCRIBE TO PAPER PUMPKIN
The subscription deadline to receive the Lovely Lavender Paper Pumpkin Kit is January 10th.
Cards From The December “All The Best” Paper Pumpkin Kit
Below is a sampling of some of the cards I put together using supplies from the December “All The Best” Paper Pumpkin Kit. I practically doubled the amount of cards I was able to make by simply cutting my own card bases. It’s so easy to use the card bases included in the Kits as layers. It’s also fun to get creative with the elements and sentiment layers.
I used my own Basic White card base and added a Daffodil Delight cardstock layer to one of the card fronts in the Kit.I stampedd my own sentiment on the inside of this card, and stamped one of the flowers from the Kit stamp set.Not a big change to this card, except I added the floral element to one side of the circle.The inside sentiment is another stamp I had, but the floral stamped images are from the Kit.I pretty much followed the script on this card. I did add my own card base and trimmed the foiled layer.
So, give Paper Pumpkin a try for a month. I know you’ll enjoy adding your own personal style to the already beautiful designs. Remember …
The beauty of the December Paper Pumpkin Kit lies in the hand drawn artwork. The bright blue skies and elegant yellow flowers compliment the different design elements perfectly. It’s a simple yet sophistacted design.
The paper pieces in the All The Best Kit have elegant border gold foil detailing, along with gold foil woven into the floral artwork.
The Kit comes with an acetate box that fits your finished cards and envelopes! The box can be used to store the finished cards or to create a gift box. The kit also comes with a belly-band, so you can add your own personal touch to the box.
Subscribe by December 10th.
The All The Best Kit Includes
9 cards; 3 each of 3 designs.
9 coordinating envelopes.
1 acetate box.
1 Pebbled Path Stampin’ Spot.
1 photopolymer stamp set.
Embellishments.
Specialty gold foil die cuts.
Enough adhesive to finish the project.
Finished card size: 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″.
Subscribe To Paper Pumpkin
The subscription deadline to receive the All The Best Paper Pumpkin Kit is December 10th.
So, treat yourself to a monthly package of “happy” delivered right to your door, create cards, treat boxes, and fun holiday gifts to share. I think you’ll enjoy the surprises in store for you.
… the only limitation is your imagination!
You can click the button below to download the September-December, 2023 Mini Catalog Last Chance List. Save up to a 60% discount on select products. As always, the products are only available while supplies last. The Last Chance Sale runs today through January 3, 2024.
Also, there are several products currently in the Mini Catalog that will be carried over. They’re not leaving us. Click the button below to download the PDF version of the Carry Over List.
You can easily access all of the products by going to my online stors and clicking “Last Chance Products”. There, you will see the products, a description, and the discounted price, if applicable.
November Card Kit
November Host Code EJJXMSSF
During the month of November, with a minimum product purchse of $50.00 from my online store, you will receive all of the supplies to crewate these two cards as I’ve designed them, along with a PDF Tutorial.
You will need your favorite adhesive and sentiment stamp.
To receive this FREE Card Kit, you must use the Host Code above when placing your order.
If your order is $150.00 or more, please don’t use the Host Code. You will receive Stampin’ Rewards directly from Stampin’ Up!, and you will also receive the FREE Card Kit.
Light up the Christmas season with the November Paper Pumpkin Kit! Spread the light of Christmas with a gift box.
The November Warm Wishes Kit coordinates with the October Home for the Holidays Paper Pumpkin Kit. I put together two of the designs from the October Home For The Holidays Paper Pumpkin Kit.
The cards have amazing dimension and are quick and easy to put together. If you subscribe to the November Warm Wishes Paper Pumpkin Kit, you’ll be able to order the Ocrober Home For The Holidays Refill Kit. I have all of the subscription details below.
The November kit comes with everything you need to make traditional Christmas treat boxes that you can fill with all sorts of small goodies, treats, gifts, and more.
The Warm Wishes Kit Includes
8 boxes; 4 each of 2 designs
1 Mossy Meadow Stampin’ Spot
Iridescent glitter accents on paper
Precut paper pieces
Linen thread
Treat bags
Warm Wishes photopolymer stamp set
Completed box size: 4-1/4″ x 4-1/2″ x 1-1/2″ .
Coordinating Stampin’ Up! colors: Balmy Blue, Blueberry Bushel, Cherry Cobbler, Crushed Curry, Daffodil Delight, Lemon Lolly, Mossy Meadow, Night of Navy, Old Olive, Pecan Pie, Real Red
SUBSCRIBE TO PAPER PUMPKIN
The subscription deadline to receive the Warm Wishes Paper Pumpkin Kit is November 10th.
So, treat yourself to a monthly package of “happy” delivered right to your door, create cards, treat boxes, and fun holiday gifts to share. I think you’ll enjoy the surprises in store for you.
Paper Pumpkin is a monthly, thoughtfully-themed, and all-inclusive craft kit that encourages creativity, and gives you the option to explore new techniques.
It’s time to showcase the upcoming October Paper Pumpkin Kit – Home For The Holidays. The Kit design features dazzling traditional Christmas Cards. This kit includes eight beautiful cards—four each of two designs. Whether you want to send a few to your loved ones or fill your home with some extra special Christmas cheer, this kit has everything you need to make some sparkly, festive cards.
One extra fun feature of the Home for the Holidays Paper Pumpkin Kit is the bottle of glitter glue! You can use this glue to add shimmery, shiny details to the Christmas scenes on their cards. You can add sparkle to the trees, houses, snow, and more.
And, the October Home for the Holidays Kit will coordinate perfectly with the November Kit. Your amazing creativity and crafting fun won’t end in October!
About The Kit
The Kit Includes:
All the supplies you’ll need to create 8 sparkly and dazzling Christmas cards and eight coordinating envelopes.
A coordinating photopolymer stamp set with endearing holiday sentiments and festive designs.
A Real Red Stampin’ Spot
A bottle of Glitter Glue
Beautiful Christmasy-themed precut pieces
Coordinating Colors: Balmy Blue, Blueberry Bushel, Cherry Cobbler, Crumb Cake, Crushed Curry, Daffodil Delight, Lemon Lolly, Mossy Meadow, Night of Navy, Old Olive, Pecan Pie, and Real Red. Wow! Lots of colors to create beautiful holiday traditions.
SUBSCRIBE TO PAPER PUMPKIN
The subscription deadline to receive the Home For The Holidays Paper Pumpkin Kit is October 10th.
Below are the projects from the With Love & Gratitude September Kit.
The cards below are projects I created with supplies from the Kit. I always create the projects featured in the Kit, then have some fun creating projects using the supplies from the Kit. It only takes a few sheets of cardstock to create a bunch of original cards that you design!
Refills are available from the September Paper Pumpkin Kit featured above. You won’t receive the stamp set, or ink spot, but everything else is included. You can click here to view the September Kit.
So, treat yourself to a monthly package of “happy” delivered right to your door, create cards, treat boxes, and fun holiday treats to share. I think you’ll enjoy the surprises in store for you.
… the only limitation is your imagination!
September Free Card Kit
My September Mini Card Kit features the One Horse Open Sleigh Designer Series Paper. You will receive the Kit with a minimum product purchase of $50.00 from my online store using the Host Code XWWPUMY7. Each Mini Kit includes:
The cut cardstock and patterned paper to complete both cards.
Sentiment layers so you can customize each design using sentiments you already have.
Embellishments and Dimensionals to complete the cards as I’ve designed them.
Envelopes.
A printed PDF Tutorial with photos and measurements.
A video link to make the cards along with me.
To receive your Kit, use the Host Code below when prompted during the ordering process.
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