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Masculine Lakeside Retreat Kit: Last Day to Subscribe

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The April kit is all about celebrating the wonderful men in your life with calming, nature‑inspired card designs. Think peaceful lakeside views, earthy tones, and a masculine feel that’s easy to love. Last call—subscribe or reactivate by the 10th to have this calming lakeside kit delivered to you!

Lakside RetreatKit Contents:

  • Makes 9 cards: 3 each of three designs
  • Exclusive Lakeside Retreat photopolymer stamp set-designed with masculine sentiments
  • Includes precut pieces for quick assembly
  • Features enamel pebble embellishments for added texture and charm
  • Peaceful Pine Classic Stampin’ Spot – one of the NEW In Colors debuting in the May–August Catalog!!

Coordinating Lakeside Retreat Colors

Don’t wait—there’s only one day left to subscribe and get the Lakeside Retreat Paper Pumpkin Kit! This month’s kit even coordinates with the Waterside Retreat Suite Collection coming in May, giving you extra creative possibilities. Click the button below to make sure your subscription is active.

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Beautiful Blooms Dies Coordinating Add -On

If you want a little extra fun with your Paper Pumpkin kits, the Wonderful Scenes Dies are a great add‑on. They cut out cute pieces like a signpost, fireworks, butterflies, flowers, and even the word Wonderful. They’re made to coordinate with three upcoming kits—Lakeside Retreat, Sparkling Celebrations, and Bikes & Blooms—and you can mix them with your other Stampin’ Up! supplies too.

 5 dies
– Largest die: 2-1/4″ x 3″ (5.7 x 7.6 cm)

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March Paper Pumpkin Kit Preview: Fluttering Garden

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Get excited for the Fluttering Garden Kit! Whether you’re celebrating Mother’s Day or crafting a simple thank-you note, these elegant, understated designs help you send just the right message. Colorful hummingbirds brighten each card, while TWO stamp sets provide plenty of crafting options! Make sure your subscription is active so that you don’t miss this exclusive kit!

Fluttering Garden Kit Contents:

  • Makes 9 cards: 3 each of three designs
  • Exclusive Fluttering Garden photopolymer stamp set
  • Free additional stamp set included!
  • Textured White card bases
  • Precut paper pieces and sentiments
  • Basic Gray Classic Stampin’ Spot

Coordinating Fluttering Garden Kit Colors

Perfect for thoughtful cards and happy mail, the Fluttering Garden Kit offers another fun creative surprise. Paper Pumpkin kits are revealed only after they ship, so the best way to enjoy this one is to be subscribed by March 10th! Click the button below to make sure your subscription is active!

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Beautiful Blooms Dies Coordinating Add -On

The Beautiful Blooms Dies add‑on is a fantastic way to get even more from your Paper Pumpkin kits. These coordinating dies make it easy to cut out a charming tulip, a classic postage‑stamp shape, or the word Beautiful, adding extra detail and a finished look to your projects. Designed to coordinate with the Special Delivery, Celebrate Spring, and Fluttering Garden kits, this add‑on opens the door to even more creative possibilities.

DETAILS 4 dies
– 3-1/2″ x 2-1/2″ (8.9 x 6.4 cm)

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Celebrate Spring with February’s Paper Pumpkin Kit

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Spring is just around the corner, and February’s Celebrate Spring Paper Pumpkin kit is full of sweet details perfect for Easter and the spring season ahead. This month’s kit is all about soft pastels, playful patterns, and easy cardmaking. The Celebrate Spring Paper Pumpkin makes nine handmade cards (three each of three designs), complete with coordinating envelopes — all delivered right to your door.

Celebrate Spring Kit Contents:

  • Makes 9 cards: 3 each of three designs
  • Coordinating envelopes
  • Exclusive Celebrate Spring photopolymer stamp set
  • Precut paper pieces and pink Baker’s Twine
  • Iridescent pink and yellow sequins
  • Shy Shamrock Classic Stampin’ Spot

Coordinating Celebrate Spring Kit Colors

Whether you’re getting a head start on Easter cards or simply love creating with fresh spring colors, this kit makes crafting simple and fun — no cutting required. The subscription period for the February Celebrate Spring kit is January 11 – February 10. Click the button below to subscribe!

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Beautiful Blooms Dies Coordinating Add -On

If you’re looking to stretch your Paper Pumpkin kits even further, the Beautiful Blooms Dies add-on is a wonderful way to do just that. These coordinating dies make it easy to quickly cut out a sweet tulip, a versatile postage stamp shape, or the word Beautiful, adding extra detail and polish to your projects. Designed to coordinate with three Paper Pumpkin kits: Special Delivery, Celebrate Spring, and Fluttering Garden. This add-on opens up even more creative possibilities.

DETAILS 4 dies
– 3-1/2″ x 2-1/2″ (8.9 x 6.4 cm)

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Watercolor In Bloom Alternatives Part 2

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Welcome Back! If you’re just joining me, I’ve been sharing alternative card designs created with the December Watercolor in Bloom Paper Pumpkin Kit. I previously shared the cards made as designed, along with three alternative card designs created using the same kit elements. Today I’m sharing the remaining five cards, each one showing another way to use this beautiful and versatile kit.

This thank you card was created using both the envelope and a cardbase from the paper pumpkin kit on a Coastal Cabana cardbase. i used the envelope in place of Designer Series Paper. The kit cardbase is used as a layer for the sentiment on the front of the card as well as the inside of the card. To finish this card I added those pretty Copper Sequins and a bow made with White Bakers Twine.

Secret Sea cardstock is the card base for my next card. I also used the envelope again in place of where I’d normally use Designer Series Paper. The sentiment is stamped on a circle die cut with the Stylish Shapes Dies. Then I added the foliage die cuts to both the front and inside of the card.

Here’s my next card using the pretty oval die cut and velum from the kit. I used the cardbase from the kit layered with Basic White cardstock on Shaded Spruce cardbase.

My next card has several layers on the front of the Coastal Cabana cardbase. I trimmed the cardbase from the kit and layered it on Night of Navy cardstock. To create the rectangle that I stamped the sentiment on, I trimmed about an 1-1/8″ off of each end of the die cut. Then used those pieces layered under the ends, which makes it look like a rectangle.

My final card is a Book Bind fun fold. I used the strips of left over kit cardbase for the strip on the binding and behind the circles. The circles are die cut from Night of Navy cardstock and the rectangle die cut from the kit. The sentiment is stamped on another die cut from the kit, then i punched the edges to round them a bit with a 2″ circle punch. I used an envelope to line the inside of the card.

I hope you’ve enjoyed exploring different ways to use the December Watercolor in Bloom Paper Pumpkin Kit, as much as I did creating them. From the cards made exactly as designed to creating my own alternative layouts. If you missed any part of this series, Click below to read them:

Cards made as designed → Post 1 Click Here

First set of alternative cards → Day 1 alternatives Click Here

Card # 1 Measurements:

  • Costal Cabana Cardbase: 4-1/4″ x 8-1/2″, score on the long side at 5-1/2″
  • DSP layer (made with kit envelope): 2-3/4″ x 4″
  • Sentiment layer 1 (made with kit cardbase): 2-3/4″ x 4-1/2″
  • Sentiment layer 2 Costal Cabana cardstock: 2-1/2″ x 4-1/4″
  • Sentiment (made with kit envelope): 2-1/4″ x 4″
  • Inside layer 1 (made with kit cardbase): 4″ x 5-1/4″
  • Inside layer 2 Basic White cardstock: 3-7/8″ x 5-1/8″

Card #2 Measurements

  • Secret Sea cardbase: 4-1/4″ x 11″, score on the long side at 5-1/2″
  • DSP layer (made with kit envelope): 4″ x 5-1/4″
  • Inside Basic White cardstock: 4″ x 5-1/4″

Card #3 Measurements

  • Shaded Spruce cardbase: 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″, score on the long side at 4-1/4″
  • Basic White cardstock: 4″ x 5-1/4″
  • DSP layer (made with kit cardbase): 3-3/4″ x 5″
  • Inside Basic White cardstock: 4″ x 5-1/4″

Card # 4 Measurements:

  • Coastal Cabana cardbase: 4-1/4″ x 11″, score on the long side at 5-1/2″
  • Night of Navy cardstock: 4″ x 5-1/4″
  • DSP layer (made with kit cardbase): 3-3/4″ x 5″
  • Inside Basic White cardstock: 4″ x 5-1/4″
  • DSP Strip Inside (made with kit cardbase): 1/2″ x 5-1/4″

Card # 5 Measurements:

  • Night of Navy cardbase: 4-1/4″ x 11″, score on the long side at 4-1/2″, 5-1/2″
  • DSP Strips (made with kit cardbase): 3/4″ x 4″, (3) 1″ x 4″
  • Inside layer (made with kit envelope): 4″ x 4-1/4″

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Watercolor in Bloom Alternatives Part 1

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One of my favorite things about Paper Pumpkin is using the kit as inspiration rather than a rule book. For December’s Watercolor in Bloom kit, I followed the instructions for three cards (one each of three designs) which I shared with you yesterday. Click here if you’d like to read yesterday’s blog post. Then I created my own designs using the same elements.

Today I’m sharing three of the eight alternative cards I made. These designs use only the kit contents plus a few basic tools — and they show just how versatile this kit can be! I created all three as a Z Fun fold card. They are one of my favorite fun fold, as they are easy to make and add some dimension and fun to the cards.

To create this Z Fun Fold card, I started with Shaded Spruce cardstock for the cardbase. I then took one of the card bases from the kit and cut it into three pieces to use as the first layer for each of the panels.

To create the front of the card, I used the die-cut elements in the kit. Stamping a few of the leaves and foliage on the die cut piece before adding the die cut leaves and sentiment. Then I adhered them it the front flap, finishing it off with a few of the pretty Copper Sequins. On the inside of the card, I stamped a few leaves along the left edge of a Basic White layer and adhered it to the inside panel, leaving plenty of space for a handwritten message.

Z Fun Fold Tip: When adhering the front panel to the card base, be sure to add adhesive to only the left side of the layer. This allows the right side to move freely when the card is opened. That movement is what creates the fun fold and lets you see the front of the card as you open it.

The next card I created I did almost the same thing. I used Basic White cardstock for the card base. Then on the inside Basic White panel, I stamped the foliage along the bottom edge.

For the third card I used Night of Navy cardstock for the card base. On the inside of this card I used on of the envelopes to decorate the Basic White panel. I love the foliage decoration on the envelopes and wanted to use it on a few of the cards. So, I trimmed the envelope down to just a the strip with the foliage on it and added it to the base of the panel.

These are just the first three of the eight alternative cards I created. I can’t wait to share the rest with you. This kit is full of possibilities, and I hope these ideas inspire you to create with your kit. Stay tuned for the next post where I’ll share my other alternative designs, including another fun fold.

Watercolor In Bloom Z Fold Card Measurements:

  • Cardbase: 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″, score on the long side at 2-1/8″ & 4-1/4″
  • DSP layer (made with kit cardbase: 1-7/8″ x5-1/4″ (2), 4″ x 5-1/4″
  • Basic White inside panel: 3-3/4″ x 5″

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Crafting with the Watercolor in Bloom Paper Pumpkin Kit

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The Watercolor in Bloom Paper Pumpkin Kit, is full of soft florals, calming colors, and thoughtful sentiments. They are perfect for heartfelt cards any time of year.

Today I’m sharing the three cards I created following the kit designs (with a slight change). These projects show how beautifully everything coordinates right out of the box, no extra products needed! I love how quickly these cards came together. That’s why I love kits so much!

Miss You Card

I made 2 very slight changes from the directions. First, I cut the Vellum piece in half. I wanted the vellum to be more visible behind the die cut leaves. Second, I placed one of the copper sequins in the center of the flower, which I did on all three cards.

Thank You Card

This design is all about the layered leaves. I love how the background leaves coordinate perfectly with the die-cut elements, they work beautifully together.

Dear Friend Card

This one might be my favorite! The die-cut rectangle frames the sentiment beautifully, and I love the leaves peeking out from the top and bottom for extra dimension.

But the fun didn’t stop there 😉. After making one of each card as designed, I decided to use the remaining pieces to create a few alternative designs. I’ll be sharing my alternative card ideas later this week with different layouts, and some fun folds. Be sure to check back to see all the alternative cards.

Whether you follow the instructions or love to experiment, Watercolor in Bloom offers endless creative possibilities. Stay tuned, I’ve got more inspiration coming your way this week!

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