#APaperPumpkinThing
Welcome to our monthly APPT blog hop to showcase Paper Pumpkin kit alternate projects! This time we are highlighting the August 2023 Meaningful Flowers Paper Pumpkin kit. See what I have to share. Then check out all the other blogs in the hop for additional creative ideas my fellow Stampin’ Up! demonstrator friends shared. To follow the hop and see these other creative project ideas, simply scroll down and click on the names of the other hop participants. (If you are receiving this blog post by email, click HERE to see the hop.)
Here are the cards the kit instructs how to make. (Click here for a link to Stampin’ Up!’s how-to video to help you assemble these as intended.)
I’ve already shared a bunch of other alternate projects using the contents of this kit on August 23rd and another card on August 30th. Be sure to check those out.
Today I am sharing…
- A simple take on the lily pad card
- And a Pop Out Standing Step Card.
This first card is super easy to make.
It’s a slight variation to the kit’s intended design and uses just a little bit of extra product.
Products I used… See below for a complete list of extra products I used linked to where you can find them in my online store.
Measurements…
- Lily pad layer from the kit
- 3-7/8″ x 4-1/8″
- Basic White Cardstock
- 4″ x 4-1/4″
Directions…
- Stamp the inside sentiment about 3/4″ from the top. Stamp the outside sentiment on the lily pad.
- Cut the two layers above, then layer them. Then add these layered pieces to the front of the card using Dimensionals from the kit.
- Add the flower/lily pad piece to the front of the card using Dimensionals.
- Embellish with sequins using tiny drops of Multipurpose Liquid Glue.
- After that dries open up the card and add the vellum lily pad layer with the thin Tear & Tape Adhesive from the kit.
Super simple, right? I like it better than the kit version of this card though. I guess I’d rather use that vellum for cash or a gift card and have it on the inside where the gift stays safe.
This next card is more challenging.
But if you studied the card I shared yesterday, then this one will be pretty easy to follow. It’s the same fold…it’s a Pop Out Standing Step Card.
Products I used… See below for a complete list of extra products I used linked to where you can find them in my online store.
Measurements…
- Envelope paper from the kit
- 4″ x 10″ (cut and scored according the directions below)
- Bubble Bath 3/8″ Sheer Ribbon
- 12″
Directions…
- Stamp the sentiment at the top area of the 4″ x 5-1/4″ lily pad layer from the kit. Stamp a sentiment on the back if you wish.
Now let’s make the steps. The two “step” sections in the front act as a base for the card.
- Trim 7/8″ off each side of the kit envelope to make it 4″ wide and to open it up.
- Keeping the envelope folded a bit trim that front section down to 3-1/2″ inches which will remove the rounded edge there. This paper should now be 4″ x 10″.
- Now turn the envelope paper in the other direction and cut at 4″. This will give you a 4″ x 4″ piece with a score/fold at 1/2″. Add three more score lines at 1-1/4″, 2-1/4″, and 3″
- With the other 4″ x 6″ piece, start at the rounded edge and score at 3/4″, 2-3/4″, 3-1/2″, and 5-1/2″
- This image just illustrates where the cuts and scores would be.
- Now fold those pieces along the score marks (ignore the extra one that is there that you didn’t add) to start forming the steps. Use the Bone Folder if you wish to reinforce those folds.
- Add a strip of Tear and Tape from the kit as shown.
- Then overlap and connect. It’s best to connect when the pieces are flattened.
- Position the step pieces as shown. and add them together and then to the base of the 4″ x 5-1/4″ lily pad layer.
- Add the vellum layer to the front.
- Then wrap and tie on the ribbon.
- And attach the flower/lily pad piece.
This card can stretch in one direction and can appear very tall.
But it can also squash down in the other direction. The flower will dip in and hide a bit. But folding the card this way allows it to fit into an envelope.
I hope I inspired your creativity with what I shared today! If you did not get this kit, I hope you can apply these ideas to products you already own.
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A PEEK AT SEPTEMBER’S PAPER PUMPKIN KIT
The With Love & Gratitude Paper Pumpkin Kit offers the perfect way to give thanks to the special people in your life. The kit design is an elegant representation of the blessings of autumn and the gratitude that comes along with the season. Inspired by Shelli Gardner, the combination of graceful pumpkin designs and elegant colors, plus specialty gold foil embellishments make this kit a stand-out offering! The kit includes eight treat packages (3-1/2″ x 5″ x 2″) and eight miniature note cards (3-1/2″ x 3-1/2″) with matching envelopes. Whether you’re needing a hostess gift, a sweet surprise for dinner guests, or have another reason to give love and thanks, this kit has you covered. Plus, don’t miss the Thoughts of Thanks Journal sold separately (item #163270 available 8/11/23 while supplies last)! It matches both the design and intent of the kit, giving you an even more personal way to document and express your gratitude.
Coordinating Stampin’ Up! colors: Copper Clay, Crumb Cake, gold foil, Lost Lagoon (ink color), Mossy Meadow, Pebbled Path
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Product List (things you might need/want in addition to the August 2023 Paper Pumpkin kit)…
I’ve added the refill kit below, too. Active PP subscribers can purchase refill kits. But these usually don’t last long. So if the link to this supply item doesn’t work, the refill kit is sold out.
SEPTEMBER-DECEMBER 2023 MINI CATALOG!
The September-December 2023 Mini Catalog is now live!! View the catalog online from my catalogs page. Shop the products in my online store.
SPECIAL RELEASE DESIGNER PAPER
On September 6th new exclusive designer paper packs were made available for purchase. These are special release products that were added to the Online Exclusives and are only available while supplies last. Once products run out, they will no longer be visible in the online store. Click here for the flyer.
CRAFT FOR A CAUSE & SUPPORT OUR COMMUNITIES
This year Stampin’ Up!’s product giveback program is featuring A Walk in the Forest Designer Series Paper (item 162377). For every paper sold, SU will donate $3 to Toys for Tots. Let’s make a difference together!
WORLD CARD MAKING DAY
Mark your calendars and join Stampin’ Up!® on October 7th for a FREE virtual crafting party in honor of World Card Making Day! Gather your friends & fellow crafting enthusiasts and join us as we connect with one another and make three fun cards. Registration is FREE and the best way to stay up to date on all event details. Click here for details.
KITS COLLECTION: CHRISTMAS EVERYWHERE KIT ADDED
Share the joy of Christmas with everyone, everywhere with the Christmas Everywhere Kit featuring trees from around the world so you can send the special people in your life warm Christmas wishes wherever they are! This new kit is part of the Kits Collection and is now available. Click here and scroll down for more details.
A PEEK AT SEPTEMBER’S PAPER PUMPKIN KIT
The With Love & Gratitude Paper Pumpkin Kit offers the perfect way to give thanks to the special people in your life. The kit design is an elegant representation of the blessings of autumn and the gratitude that comes along with the season. Inspired by Shelli Gardner, the combination of graceful pumpkin designs and elegant colors, plus specialty gold foil embellishments make this kit a stand-out offering! The kit includes eight treat packages (3-1/2″ x 5″ x 2″) and eight miniature note cards (3-1/2″ x 3-1/2″) with matching envelopes. Whether you’re needing a hostess gift, a sweet surprise for dinner guests, or have another reason to give love and thanks, this kit has you covered. Plus, don’t miss the Thoughts of Thanks Journal sold separately (item #163270 available 8/11/23 while supplies last)! It matches both the design and intent of the kit, giving you an even more personal way to document and express your gratitude.
Coordinating Stampin’ Up! colors: Copper Clay, Crumb Cake, gold foil, Lost Lagoon (ink color), Mossy Meadow, Pebbled Path
If you are not a Paper Pumpkin subscriber, I invite you to give it a try. CLICK HERE to learn more. CLICK HERE to sign up by September 10th for this next kit.
ALL STAR VIDEO CLASSES
I’m a designer with the All Stars, a group of globally recognized Stampin’ Up! demonstrators. And we are excited to share exclusively with our customers, paper crafting friends & team members our September 2023 Zoo Crew Suite Video Class Bundle which is now available. CLICK HERE for more information. Click here to get to my Tutorials/Classes for Sale page to see others that have been offered. The next one featuring the Les Shoppes Suite from the 2023-24 Annual Catalog will be available October 1st.
US BACK-TO-SCHOOL SALES TAX HOLIDAY
Thirteen states and Puerto Rico are offering a sales tax holiday for school supplies during the months of July, August, or September. Products that are eligible according to the statute include “items normally used by students in a standard classroom for educational purposes.” To see the names of participating states, products exempted from tax, and sales tax holiday dates 2023 Tax Holiday spreadsheet here. If you want to get in on the tax holiday, you must place your order with Stampin’ Up! during the tax holiday period in order to receive these items tax-free (which is midnight on the first day to midnight on the last day of the tax holiday). Also, keep in mind that this is a state sales tax holiday; the state statute may not apply to county, city, and special jurisdiction taxes.
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really nice cards, cheerful
Thanks JoAnn!
Just love your creativity, Rachel! You have taken these Paper Pumpkins cards to a whole new level. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you so much Cindy! ❤️