10 May 25

April Paper Pumpkin alternates are done.

I got all my alternates finished a couple days ago and then the videos done.  From there I have to get them loaded out on FB and YT then let you guys know they are there.  It is a longer than normal process when I do the PP videos vs my weekly live.  All the steps are done now, so I'm here to tell you that and give you quick access links.  So, here ya go.  Below are the photos of the cards.  There is a bonus card in there that I used the box for it.  Oh, and the first video makes two cards so there's a bonus card there too.  Normally I just do 4 designs.  So....if you'd like to see them on Facebook, you can click here.  That will take you to all my albums and you can click on the one for the April kit and also view any others you might have still to complete.  If you want to see them all on YouTube you can go to my channel and they will be easily found on my Paper Pumpkin Playlist or they may even be right at the home page too, who knows!!

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7 May 25

Darling Dinos on my live this week

Hi there!  Thanks for stopping by.  I created this cute kids card this week on my Facebook live.  You'll see when the video gets started that I had originally started with another design but changed it for a challenge I'm doing.  I really like the vibrant look with the cute dinosaur.  You can watch the video on YouTube since it gets removed so quickly from FaceBook.

 this is the one I made to swap at an event I went to.  I had it all ready to go tonight and changed to the dinosaurs at the last minute.

––– Supplies –––

  • Darling Dinos Dies [164734] –– https://bit.ly/3GKo8ow
  • Darling Dinos Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) [164728] –– https://bit.ly/3F4GfEX
  • Darling Dinos Bundle (English) [164735] –– https://bit.ly/3GMh6zx
  • Meant To Bee Dies [166582] –– https://bit.ly/3Yz2F7Y
  • Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [166780] –– https://bit.ly/3aCodat
  • Granny Apple Green 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146990] –– https://bit.ly/37v3tiH
  • Poppy Parade 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [119793] –– https://bit.ly/3Hxz3ir
  • Daffodil Delight 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [119683] –– https://bit.ly/4bxqkKZ
  • Pumpkin Pie 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [105117] –– https://bit.ly/3va9cGj
  • Coastal Cabana 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [131297] –– https://bit.ly/4fZPQt5
  • Lemon Lime Twist 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [144245] –– https://bit.ly/41CgmTU
  • Azure Afternoon 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [161719] –– https://bit.ly/3PaT3vo
  • Poppy Parade Classic Stampin' Pad [147050] –– https://bit.ly/41j9Gdl
  • Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708] –– https://bit.ly/3qgVXRr
  • Pumpkin Pie Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [154897] –– https://bit.ly/41GkulG
  • Lemon Lime Twist Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack [161682] –– https://bit.ly/3PQGGVN
  • Poppy Parade Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [154958] –– https://bit.ly/4d42EPm
  • Daffodil Delight Stampin' Blends Combo Pack [154883] –– https://bit.ly/4gkz7S8
  • Azure Afternoon Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack [161672] –– https://bit.ly/451uv0C
  • Lemon Lolly Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack [161673] –– https://bit.ly/3GKo8F2
  • Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [149653] –– https://bit.ly/3ORXThz
Measurements:
The base is a half sheet of 8 1/2 x 11 cardstock
white layer is 4 x 5 1/4"
strips, I used 6 and they are 1/4 x 5 1/2"
scrap paper for your flowers or dino

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1 May 25

Impressions Abloom swap card

My video on the 30th was one of my swap cards I made to take to Hobart Indiana this week.  We are headed there for a Stampin' UP! gathering being put on by our DDM, Shannon West.  I am really looking forward to going with some of my team and a couple friends from Wisconsin too.  We have an Airbnb for a couple of nights.  It should be a great time and a relaxing get away.  Time away with friends and toss in some stamping time, how can it not be a great time!!   My card is using a bundle that will be released next week with the new catalog and online exclusives.  I'm really getting some good use out of it so far.  It's called Impressions Abloom and is one of the online exclusives.  Be sure and check it out.  You can see the video on YouTube.

––– Supplies –––

  • Crumb Cake 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [120953] –– https://bit.ly/3MFEzlS
  • Basic Black 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [121045] –– https://bit.ly/2KZDad8
  • Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [166780] –– https://bit.ly/3aCodat
  • Petal Pink 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146985] –– https://bit.ly/4aUVuf1
  • Pearlized Enamel Effects Basics [156310] –– https://bit.ly/42SiyYu
  • Basic Beige 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [164511] –– https://bit.ly/4fmqeYk
  • Night Of Navy Classic Stampin' Pad [147110] –– https://bit.ly/3STOkRr
  • Petal Pink Classic Stampin' Pad [147108] –– https://bit.ly/48t82IO
  • Poppy Parade Classic Stampin' Pad [147050] –– https://bit.ly/41j9Gdl
  • Mini Corrugated 3 D Embossing Folder [165559] –– https://bit.ly/42U6jul
  • Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [149653] –– https://bit.ly/3ORXThz
  • Products Used But Not Available Yet:
  • Secret Sea 8 1/2 x 11" 165624
  • Impressions Abloom bundle 165611
  • Damask Designs embossing folder 165214
  • Mini Corrugated 3d embossing folder 165559

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25 Apr 25

Decorative Trees Christmas card

Tonight was my Christmas video.  I made a triple diamond fun fold with the Decorative Trees bundle.  It's a retired set, but at this point in the year most things are.  You can use any designer papers you have and any trees too!  I think we all have an evergreen or two on hand!!  I also made another card for a second sample and that one is pictured here as well.  You can see the video here.

––– Supplies –––

  • Decorative Trees Photopolymer Stamp Set (English) [164275] –– https://bit.ly/3EG9Swi
  • Decorative Trees Dies [164084] –– https://bit.ly/3YiQFHE
  • Timber 3 D Embossing Folder [163094] –– https://bit.ly/4jsC6tq
  • Shaded Spruce 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146981] –– https://bit.ly/4jxZlD6
  • Cajun Craze 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [119684] –– https://bit.ly/36tNHp1
  • Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [166780] –– https://bit.ly/3aCodat
  • Plaid Tidings 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper [153527] –– https://bit.ly/3myzxIO
  • Shaded Spruce Classic Stampin' Pad [147088] –– https://bit.ly/3OXF6kW
  • Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708] –– https://bit.ly/3qgVXRr
  • Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [149653] –– https://bit.ly/3ORXThz

 

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25 Apr 25

Shoebox Swap card last Wed live

I am going to a Stampin' UP! local event, well about 2 hrs away for us, next week and I wanted to share my shoebox swap.  We will attend the shoebox swap portion after dinner.  Everyone coming will bring a container filled with the contents needed to make their card.  Everything is all prepped and ready to go, it is sooo much fun.  I found this design from a pin by Doris Fahey.  It just screamed shoebox swap!!  You can see the video here.  If you already know all about a shoebox swap then just zip forward to the card!!

Product List

 
Measurements:
Base is 8 1/2 x 5 1/2"
3 3/4" square 
DSP is 3 x 5 1/4"

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20 Apr 25

Fun Folds from last Wed. live

Last week I created a couple of cards using a fun fold I stumbled on.  I love the ideas you can find on Pinterest, don't you?  It is quite simple to do and I love the way it turns out.  I have a couple photos below of the cards I made and one is a top view so you see the fun!!  You can click here to see the video on YouTube.

   

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Measurements:

Card base is 11 x 5 1/2"
Designer Paper you need two strips at 1x 5 1/8" and two pieces 3 7/8 x 5 1/8"
Piece for inside pocket can be any size so it is hidden behind the circles.  Mine was 4 1/4 x 3 1/4"
You need pieces for your circles and front embellishments

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13 Apr 25

Adoring Hearts with Everyday You & Me

My weekly live last Wednesday was this colorful celebration card.  It would be great for any occasion really.  It could be birthday, wedding or even Mother's Day.  I love how coloful it is.  The new 12 x 12 pack that isn't out for customers yet is wonderful.  I'll type in the information below for the item number, it isn't added into the inventory on this site yet.  I think this is currrently my go to paper because it is so cheery.  The papers coming out in a couple of weeks are gorgeous, I have three top picks!!  You can see the YouTube video for this card if you click here,  For a hot minute Facebook will have it here and then around 5/10 they will remove it and you'll have to look on YT.  Remember my YT video is a download of my live so you may want to fast forward through any beginning chit chat and get right to the card!!

  

Product List

Layering dimensions:
base is 8 1/2 x 5 1/2"
layer two is 4 1/8 x 5 3/8"
DSP layer is 4 x 5 1/4"
white scrap for rectangle & flower
colored scrap for heart

 

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9 Apr 25

March Paper Pumpkin Alternates

I have my alternate designs created, videoed, and posted for the March 2025 kitt!  A little behind I think, but they are done!  I like how they turned out.  I kept it to the kit or told you supplies you could use to create it like mine.  Nothing too complicated so you can easily bling it up to your own liking.  You can see the FB album here.  I have a playlist on YouTube that you can go to here.  I will also link the individual videos just in case the playlist is hard to use.  

This kit was such a nice one.  I say it all the time but they sure do seem to be getting better each month.  I'm glad I stuck with it.  If you haven't gotten one in awhile, I highly suggest you give it a try again.  Even just a 3 month prepaid subscription.

  https://youtu.be/ItVETWugXds 

https://youtu.be/oSjM4aYjB-s

https://youtu.be/MZzDj6SyIok

https://youtu.be/drK0EZDLGXU

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