April 2021 Paper Pumpkin - So Cool

Good evening everyone - I wanted to share the full resolution photos that I created using my So Cool Paper Pumpkin kit.  I received this kit on Friday and was able to churn out some happy cards in no time at all.  I love that Paper Pumpkin helps keep my creativity flowing!

The So Cool kit came with 3 each of 4 different designs.  Though untraditional in size, they hold all the promise of sunshine and summer.

Paper Pumpkin is a monthly subscription that comes to your mailbox in a shiny red box.  Inside you will find an exclusive photopolymer stamp set, ink spot, and a kit containing pre-cut dies and cardstocks to make cards or 3d projects, along with adhesives.  All you supply are your scissors and your desire for a little self-care time at a low price.  First time subscribers also get a free acrylic block in their first kit.  

For my subscribers, I create a variety of alternative ideas and provide a PDF with images and instructions to make those projects using their kits and some of their own additional supplies.  I also create a make-n-take that I send out as a thank you for subscribing.  Finally, thanks to the virtual world we live in right now, I also hold a virtual Paper Pumpkin Alternatives class for my subscribers and downline on the 4th Monday of the month at 7pm MST.

These were the alternatives I walked my group through tonight.

These two projects were inspired by samples created and shared by Lori Lugauer.

As subscribers, customers also get a card kit that allows them to make one of my alternative designs.  In this case, they can use the provided supplies to make any of these three cards.  

These kits will include an 8 1/2 x 5 1/2 white card base, 5 1/4 x 4 piece of Bermuda Bay cardstock, 4 1/4 x 2 3/4 Basic White, and 3 x 4 piece of Ice Cream Corner DSP.

While you needed to subscribe by April 10th to get this great kit, you can sign up by May 10th to get the next kit.  That kit, Batter Up, features 9 cards and envelopes that will be perfect for those all star players in your life.  

If you sign up on May 7th, you can get this kit for $5 as a new subscriber if you enter HOMERUN0521 in the promo code box!  That's a great deal and I cannot wait to share a photo project with these kit!

Sign up here:  https://www.paperpumpkin.com/en-us/sign-up/?demoid=80380 

Have a craftastic day,

Stacy

April 2021 Virtual Class - Hydrangea Haven

 While the last year has been stressful and overwhelming, the opportunity to take my business online and meet the expectations of so many of my long-time customers has been a highlight.  I learned that the bar for electronic opportunities was much lower than I expected and I have had so much fun capturing creativity and spunk in my videos and virtual classes.

Tonight we are meeting for a virtual class to make these great projects.  Some of these projects were inspired by samples from Rachel Tessman who has really helped keep my creativity going when I needed a push.  I love being a part of the demonstrator community where there are so many helping hands!

These projects were kitted and provided for free to my customers and downline that ordered the Hydrangea Haven bundle and Hydrangea Hill Designer Series Paper.  They were provided all the card pieces and used their bundles, along with either Gorgeous Grape or Highland Heather ink, to create them.  A complete supply list is available below.  They were also given an instruction PDF with all the cuts and directions so they could do it on their own if the technology isn't their friend or they aren't available for the class they earned.  And, since I get my 2nd dose of Pfizer today, so they could do it if I have to cancel because I feel clunky!

Because they also ordered one of the most gorgeous papers we've ever had, they also get to make this cool trifold together using their paper.  This project was taken from a sample created by my incredibly talented mom who always finds a way to turn paper into something beautiful (just like her heart and soul are beautiful!)  I hope that everyone enjoys making this as much as I did.

Supplies:

• Stamps: Hydrangea Haven
• Paper: Hydrangea Hill DSP, Misty Moonlight CS, Highland Heather CS, Purple Posy CS, Basic White CS, Fluid 100 Watercolor Paper
• Ink: Gorgeous Grape or Highland Heather, Misty Moonlight
• Tools: Hydrangea Dies, Cut & Emboss Machine, Scissors, Water Painters, hole punch, sewing needle, paper piercing pad, coordinating clear acrylic blocks
• Adhesives: Adhesive, Dimensionals, narrow tear tape or strong adhesive
• Other: Paper Towel (1 Dry/1 Wet)

I hope you enjoyed the peek at these projects and spend some time this week making your own beautiful creations. 

Have a craftastic day,
Stacy

April 2021 Specials

With April comes showers and wind but also the return of sports for the kids.  Baseball for one and track & volleyball for the other.  They may have to wear masks but you can tell how happy they are to be back with their friends doing things they adore!

There is a lot to adore from Stampin' Up! as well.  My virtual classes are continuing each Monday and Paper Pumpkin kits continue to be fun to teach and play with.  We also have the end of a catalog coming up and a new catalog being released.  I cannot wait for my pre-order to arrive on Wednesday, one of the many perks of being a demonstrator (along with a killer discount!)  

Last Chance List

With the arrival of a new catalog comes the end to the old one.  The products from the 2020/2021 Annual Catalog are available while supplies last or until May 3rd.  Retiring items from the January-June catalog will be available while supplies last through June 1st.  You can click HERE to check out those special deals and discounts!

April Paper Pumpkin - So Cool

Sign up by 4/10 to receive the Paper Pumpkin Kit called So Cool.  This kit is perfect for the kid/grandkids to make with you or to make for those young at heart!  Your kits come with instructions, ink, stamps, adhesive, and fully cut pieces to stamp and assemble.  New subscribers get a free acrylic block with their sets.  Subscribers also get a bonus make-n-take project from me as a thank you!  Sign up by 4/10 by clicking HERE.  Cancel anytime so this is totally a month by month commitment!

New Catalogs are Coming

While you can only order from the new catalog if you are a demonstrator, I wanted to share the cover which contains one of the suites I'm really excited about!  If you are interested in becoming a demonstrator, let me know and we can see if it's a good fit for you!  A new catalog is a great time  to sign up as a demonstrator so that you can get your new stuff at a great discount!

That's all I have to share for right now - I hope April brings you crafting time and all the good things in life!

Have a craftastic day,

Stacy