Sweet & Simple CASE-ing Tuesday #532 with Paper Pumpkin

This week I joined in the fun over at the CASE-ing Tuesday Facebook group, using their Sketch #532 as inspiration. One of the things I love about this challenge group is that they always include measurements with their sketches—it makes creating so much easier!

For my take on the sketch, I pulled out my September Fall For Toile Paper Pumpkin Kit. The six 1 1/2" squares came from one of the linen card bases that I had already cut into for another project. I stamped with four images from this kit, and added in two more from a past Paper Pumpkin kit. The Cajun Craze Ink included this month was perfect for the fall theme.

The card base, envelope, and sentiment are also from the kit. To finish it off, I added a little Linen Thread and three gold embellishments for just the right touch.

This card really reflects my Sweet & Simple signature style, and once again shows how versatile the Paper Pumpkin kits are for creating fun alternative projects.

 

One of the BEST Starter Kit Specials Ever Starts Tomorrow!

🎉 One of the BEST Starter Kit Specials Ever Starts Tomorrow! 🎉

Tomorrow kicks off something truly exciting—one of the BEST Stampin’ Up! Starter Kit specials EVER! From October 1–31, you get to choose the Starter Kit deal that fits YOU best:

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Both kits ship FREE and include a surprise past Paper Pumpkin Kit—a fun bonus to jump-start your creativity.

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Craft Roulette Episode 286 – A Spooky Sweet Halloween Card for My Grandson

This week’s Craft Roulette challenge (Episode 286) gave us the following parameters:

• Project: A Dude’s Card

• Colors: Sunflower Field

• Element: Bird(s)

• Random: Soot

I created this card for my grandson, and it came together so easily with the Spooky Sweet Designer Series Paper. The colors I chose to represent the Sunflower Field theme were orange, green, and just a touch of pink. The little bird on the bottom is all dressed up for Trick or Treating, and there’s plenty of “soot” worked into the design!

The best part about this card is how much the designer paper did the work for me. The pack comes with a full scene, punch-out pieces, and tags—all ready to go. I added the critters and extra details right on top. The only stamping I did was the Happy Halloween sentiment on the inside.

Here are the details if you’d like to try it:

• Card base: Basic Black, 5 1/2" x 4 1/4"

• Designer Paper: 4" x 12", scored at 4" and 8"

• Added punch-out pieces and critters for a quick finish

I’m just about ready for Halloween when it comes to my cardmaking—how about you? Do you send Halloween cards?

If you haven’t checked out Craft Roulette yet, it’s such a fun challenge. Each week the wheel spins live on YouTube, Friday at 6:10 Central, and you never know what the parameters will be. It’s a great way to stretch your creativity!

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Fall For Toile Card For Card Chaos Episode 13

✨ Card Chaos Live, Episode 13 ✨

This week’s challenge was all about creating an A7 Card (5" x 7")—and let me tell you, I had just seconds to sparefinishing mine! ⏱️

For my design, I used stamps, ink, embellishments, and ribbon from this month’s Fall For Toile Paper Pumpkin Kit. 💚✂️ I love how it turned out—and I can’t wait to see what you create too!

Here’s what I used:

• A 4 3/4" x 6 3/4" piece of Darling Duckling card stock, embossed with the Thoughtful Leaves Embossing Folder (smooth side).

• A white panel from one of the Paper Pumpkin card bases, cut with the largest Branching Out Label Die.

• The rest of the pieces came right from the kit.

I wanted this card to celebrate Fall since today is the first day of Autumn, which just happens to be my favorite season! 🍂🍁

👉 Don’t forget—you can catch Card Chaos Live every Monday at 6pm CT on Irene Smith’s YouTube channel. Irene and her guest have just 15 minutes to create a card, and if you play along, you can share your project on the Card Chaos Facebook page. It’s so inspiring to see what everyone makes in such a short time!

 

🎄✨ New! 12 Days of Crafting Advent Calendar ✨🎄

I am so excited to share something brand new from Stampin’ Up!—the 12 Days of Crafting Advent Calendar! 🎁 This calendar is unlike anything we’ve ever had before, and I know you’re going to love it.

Each day reveals a surprise filled with never-before-seen crafting goodies—exclusive dies, paper, embellishments, and more. These items are not available in any catalog or online store, so once they’re gone, they’re gone!

At just $99 USD, this calendar is packed with creative fun that you can enjoy not just during the holiday season but all year long. Imagine opening a little crafting surprise each day—it’s like Christmas morning for crafters!

And let’s not forget—they make the perfect gift for the crafty friends and family in your life. After all, what could be better than giving (or receiving!) the gift of creativity?

📦 Details:

• Item: 12 Days of Crafting Advent Calendar (167335)

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Make this season your most creative yet with the 12 Days of Crafting Advent Calendar—a gift that keeps on giving, day after day! 🎨🎄

 

Mystery Stamping Fun – Peaceful Garden Card & Matching Box

 

Each month, I join my Stampin’ Up! Chic’s Team sidelines for a Mystery Stamping event, and it’s always such a treat! We’re given the measurements ahead of time, then hop on a Zoom call together to follow the instructions and create our projects step by step. This time, we made not only a beautiful card, but also a matching box – and let me tell you, everyone’s projects turned out amazing!

For my design, I chose the Peace on Earth Bundle, paired with the Peaceful Garden Designer Series Paper and the coordinating Peaceful Garden Glimmer Paper. This suite has quickly become one of my favorites. The soft textures, elegant patterns, and shimmering accents make every project feel special.

The doves in this bundle are especially stunning – they bring such a serene and timeless feel. While perfect for Christmas, they’re also wonderful for other occasions like weddings, anniversaries, or even sympathy cards. I love having a set that stretches beyond one season!

Here’s a peek at my finished card and box set – I can’t wait to use this box for a little gift to go with my card. Creating with friends (even virtually) makes stamping so much more fun.

Have you ever tried Mystery Stamping? It’s such a fun way to stretch your creativity and be inspired by what others make from the same starting point.

Card Chaos – September 15th | 15 Minute Card Challenge

This week’s Card Chaos challenge was so much fun! The Card Chaos Crew voted to incorporate Texture into our cards, and I loved the direction it pushed me in.

For my card, I started with a 5 1/4" x 4" piece of Peaceful Garden Designer Series Paper, which I embossed using the retired Subtle Embossing Folder. That little touch of texture makes such a big difference! I mounted the panel on a classic A2 Night of Navy card base.

Next, I added a Pearlized Doily for a touch of shine, and layered on a Night of Navy circle punched with the 2 3/8" Circle Punch. For the sentiment, I used Peace on Earth, stamping with VersaMark Ink and heat embossing with Basic White Embossing Powder. Every time I heat emboss, I’m reminded just how magical it looks—I really need to do it more often!

To finish, I added a few Basic Rhinestone Embellishments for some sparkle. ✨

Card Chaos is hosted by Irene Smith and airs live on YouTube every Monday at 6pm Central Time. The challenge is to see if you can create a card in just 15 minutes! Whether you play along or just watch, it’s always inspiring to see the creative process unfold.