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That HALLOWEEN Friend

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Everyone needs a friend who loves Halloween. Around here, we know that Robbie will never disappoint:

Robbie puts so much love into the things she makes, and Halloween is her jam, er, Jack-o-Lantern! And there are no yucky candies in there either. No ma’am, those are the Real Deal.

She’s also our Hand-Sanitizer source. I’m not usually the “hang-it-from-my-handbag” girl, but I am making an exception for this blingy, swingy little ghost!

Thanks, Robbie – you make me feel like a kid again! 👻

One of the best decisions I have made was to become a part of this Stampin’ Up! community as a demonstrator. There are just a few more days to Join Your Way! Choose to spend $64.35 and select Stampin’ Up! product valued at $125 – OR – choose $168.75 in Stampin’ Up! product for just $99. Either way, shipping is included. This offer ends October 31st. (All prices in USD).

2 cards featuring evergreen images and the text "September-December 2023 Mini Catalog"

Our September – December Mini Catalog is available. Let me know if you need a copy, or shop online HERE!

Light up the Christmas season with this month’s Paper Pumpkin kit! With traditional Christmas home designs and warm Christmas wishes, spread the light of Christmas with a gift box. Plus, you can get the Warm Wishes Cards & Envelopes Add-On to take your Christmas crafting even further (available while supplies last). Are you ready? Subscribe HERE by November 10th.

Paper Pumpkin subscriptions deliver ready-to-go projects to your doorstep every month, but you have ultimate control to skip or cancel 😱 if you decide it’s not for you. Stampin’ Up! also features an exclusive collection of kits that don’t require a subscription. Visit the Online Store to see what’s available.

TRICK OR TREAT!

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The Trick or Treat bundle features lots of cute Halloween images, but the secret bonus is that the dies include a treat box. I can never get enough packaging options! 😁

  • Stamps: Trick or Treat
  • Color Palette: Basic White, Pebble Path, Moody Mauve, Bubble Bath
  • Accessories: Stamp Cut and Emboss Machine, Trick or Treat dies, Deckle Rectangle dies, 23-25 In Color DSP, Moody Mauve Textured Ribbon, Pebble Path Jute Trim, Stampin’ Dimensionals

A soft pink isn’t exactly a traditional Halloween color, but then again, this little ghost doesn’t look like the Scary-Boo sort and Bubble Bath seems like just the right shade for her “Boo”A soft pink isn’t exactly a traditional Halloween color, but then again, this little ghost doesn’t look like the Scary-Boo sort and Bubble Bath seems like just the right shade for her “Boo”.

Everything was cut with one pass through the Big Boss except for the treat box, and the DSP is just the right weight to send through with two sheets at once. This little project goes together quickly!

(I know, I say that a lot. It’s a big deal when I find something quick and easy, because I tend to operate under the “more is more” umbrella a bit too often.)

All ready for Halloween treats – but I can’t buy those until the morning of the 31st. And I have to buy something I don’t especially like, for reasons I think are pretty obvious. When do you get your Halloween treats?

If you need a quick gifting solution for Trick or Treat, shop the Online Store.

One of the best decisions I have made was to become a part of this Stampin’ Up! community as a demonstrator. There are just a few more days to Join Your Way! Choose to spend $64.35 and select Stampin’ Up! product valued at $125 – OR – choose $168.75 in Stampin’ Up! product for just $99. Either way, shipping is included. This offer ends October 31st. (All prices in USD).

2 cards featuring evergreen images and the text "September-December 2023 Mini Catalog"

Our September – December Mini Catalog is available. Let me know if you need a copy, or shop online HERE!

Light up the Christmas season with this month’s Paper Pumpkin kit! With traditional Christmas home designs and warm Christmas wishes, spread the light of Christmas with a gift box. Plus, you can get the Warm Wishes Cards & Envelopes Add-On to take your Christmas crafting even further (available while supplies last). Are you ready? Subscribe HERE by November 10th.

Paper Pumpkin subscriptions deliver ready-to-go projects to your doorstep every month, but you have ultimate control to skip or cancel 😱 if you decide it’s not for you. Stampin’ Up! also features an exclusive collection of kits that don’t require a subscription. Visit the Online Store to see what’s available.

PICK OF THE PATCH THANKS

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YUP. We’re still pickin’ in that patch! Today I’ve paired it with the Cottage Wreath stamps in a collaboration with my dear friend Crystal. We’re back to traditional pumpkin colors, and we used our Kraft Note Cards with Envelopes to make this a quick and easy card.

a tan note card with the image of a wreath and a pumpkin. Text is "thanks so much"
  • Stamps: Pick of the Patch, Cottage Wreath
  • Color Palette: Very Vanilla, Pecan Pie, Crushed Curry, Garden Green, Cajun Craze
  • Accessories: Pick of the Patch Builder Punch, Kraft Note Cards and Envelopes, Stampin’ Dimensionals

While we made this a thank you, it could be just about anything – even Happy Halloween. There’s a jack-o-lantern face in the set, so you could add that and call it good! I did slip the blackbird into the inside of the card, but I think that can still be multi-seasonal.

inside of the note card with a small black bird.

The pre-cut and scored note cards make this super easy. It would make a quick gift to that friend who loves pretty cards but just doesn’t have the time to put them together. And note cars are just the right size for a few quick lines, so they’re quick to put in the mailbox and on their way to brighten someone’s day.

a tan note card with the image of a wreath and a pumpkin. Text is "thanks so much"

How often do you send cards? Do you have a few that need to be on their way? No time like the present! (Unless you’re driving. If you’re driving, finish reading later. Trust me. It’s a good idea.)

And once you’re parked, grab some Note Cards at the Online Store..

2 cards featuring evergreen images and the text "September-December 2023 Mini Catalog"

Our September – December Mini Catalog is available. Let me know if you need a copy, or shop online HERE!

A red banner with the words “Paper Pumpkin”, images of card making supplies, and the phrase “Home for the Holidays"

Create dazzling traditional Christmas cards with the Home for the Holidays Paper Pumpkin Kit. This kit includes eight beautiful cards—four each of two designs. But wait, there’s more! For all the sparkly crafters, this kit includes glitter glue to give your cards extra shine. Even better, it will coordinate with the November kit. Are you ready? Subscribe HERE by October 10th.

Paper Pumpkin subscriptions deliver ready-to-go projects to your doorstep every month, but you have ultimate control to skip or cancel 😱 if you decide it’s not for you. Stampin’ Up! also features an exclusive collection of kits that don’t require a subscription. Visit the Online Store to see what’s available.

ABUNDANT BEAUTY SNOWFLAKES

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The Abundant Beauty masks include not just fabulous florals, but houndstooth, autumn leaves, and snowflakes. I used the snowflakes mask to create my own version of DSP. I know you’ll be shocked to see I’ve used Pool Party, Lost Lagoon and Pretty Peacock 😆

A handmade card with a snowflake pattern and the text “Merry Christmas”
  • Stamps: More Wishes
  • Color Palette: Basic White, Pool Party, Lost Lagoon, Pretty Peacock
  • Accessories: Abundant Beauty Masks, Stamp Cut and Emboss Machine, Deckle Rectangle dies, Iridescent Gems, Herringbone Ribbon, Blending Brushes, Stampin’ Dimensionals

Have you followed my Facebook Page? If you have, you might have encountered a LIVE demonstrating the process for making this card. It was a rough day on the interwebs, and after multiple attempts I gave up and just posted a video from my phone. Not my best work, but you’ll get the idea!

A handmade card with a snowflake pattern and the text “Merry Christmas”

To get this layered effect, all you need to do is reposition the mask before you add a new color. Once you have the look that makes you happy (and my friends, card making is ALL about making ourselves happy!!!) just add a little ribbon and a sentiment and you’re done.

A handmade card with a snowflake pattern and the text “Merry Christmas”

Do you have the Abundant Beauty Masks? Which do you use the most? I started with the flowers, but now I’m using the full-page designs more to add texture to my projects.

All the supplies you need for a happy day of card making are in the Online Store..

2 cards featuring evergreen images and the text "September-December 2023 Mini Catalog"

Our September – December Mini Catalog is available. Let me know if you need a copy, or shop online HERE!

A red banner with the words “Paper Pumpkin”, images of card making supplies, and the phrase “Home for the Holidays"

Create dazzling traditional Christmas cards with the Home for the Holidays Paper Pumpkin Kit. This kit includes eight beautiful cards—four each of two designs. But wait, there’s more! For all the sparkly crafters, this kit includes glitter glue to give your cards extra shine. Even better, it will coordinate with the November kit. Are you ready? Subscribe HERE by October 10th.

Paper Pumpkin subscriptions deliver ready-to-go projects to your doorstep every month, but you have ultimate control to skip or cancel 😱 if you decide it’s not for you. Stampin’ Up! also features an exclusive collection of kits that don’t require a subscription. Visit the Online Store to see what’s available.

SPECIAL DELIVERY TRUCKING ALONG

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What is it about trucks? They’re just so darn, I don’t know, photogenic. Stampa-genic? When I saw this one in the Online Exclusives I wanted to resist but I knew it was pointless.

A handmade card with a red truck and the text “special delivery”
  • Stamps: Trucking Along
  • Color Palette: Basic White, Real Red, Shaded Spruce, Lost Lagoon, Smoky Slate, Memento Black
  • Accessories: Stamp Cut and Emboss Machine, Basics 3D Embossing Folder, Deckle Rectangle dies, Radiating Stitches dies, Black and White Gingham ribbon, Stampin’ Blends, Stampin’ Dimensionals

This could be a Christmas card – in fact, I made something similar using the Christmas tree in the back of the truck. But this is an all-season card (perhaps even 4 wheel drive.)

A handmade card with a red truck and the text “special delivery”

I’ve been in an off-center mood lately. I like seeing the slight asymmetry. It suits my slightly off-balance sense of humor, I guess.

The side of the scallop gift card box

Here’s the Christmas truck project. I CASED it, but can’t find the original post. If it’s yours, or you know whose it is, please let me know so that I can give them credit.

The inside of the Scallop Gift Card box with text "wishing you a festive Christmas)

The Scallop Gift Card box includes this insert that pops up when the box is opened. It’s absolutely genius.

Find trucks and more when you shop the Online Store..

2 cards featuring evergreen images and the text "September-December 2023 Mini Catalog"

Our September – December Mini Catalog is available. Let me know if you need a copy, or shop online HERE!

A red banner with the words “Paper Pumpkin”, images of card making supplies, and the phrase “Home for the Holidays"

Create dazzling traditional Christmas cards with the Home for the Holidays Paper Pumpkin Kit. This kit includes eight beautiful cards—four each of two designs. But wait, there’s more! For all the sparkly crafters, this kit includes glitter glue to give your cards extra shine. Even better, it will coordinate with the November kit. Are you ready? Subscribe HERE by October 10th.

Paper Pumpkin subscriptions deliver ready-to-go projects to your doorstep every month, but you have ultimate control to skip or cancel 😱 if you decide it’s not for you. Stampin’ Up! also features an exclusive collection of kits that don’t require a subscription. Visit the Online Store to see what’s available.

DAINTY DELIGHT SWAP

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Have you ever participated in a swap? It’s one of the best ways I know to get new ideas – and to make new friends. There were multiple opportunities to swap at Stampin’ Up! leadership last month, and I took two different projects to share. Here’s the simpler one.

4 cards with similar designs in different colors. They each feature a flower spray and the text "thank you"
  • Stamps: Dainty Delight
  • Color Palette: Basic White, Basic Black, and either Poppy Parade, Azure Afternoon, Moody Mauve or Wild Wheat
  • Accessories: Stamp Cut and Emboss Machine, Deckle Rectangle dies, Basics 3D Embossing Folder, Black and White Gingham Ribbon, Stampin’ Write Markers, Basic Rhinestone Gems, Stampin’ Dimensionals

Is it possible to make a card without Stampin’ Dimensionals? Asking for a friend. 😆

I used Stampin’ Write markers to color the buds and the Rhinestone Gems. The embossing folder you see in the corner of this photos is my absolute fave from the Basics 3D folders. I don’t know what to call it, but I know I love it! Wild Wheat has also slipped onto my list of favorites. I wasn’t a fan when I first saw it, but it has definitely grown on me.

I don’t like production, so I made these in sets of 8 and changed up the pop of color. They’re pretty simple cards, so they didn’t take long and were easy to do in batches.

I’m always grateful for your orders in the Online Store. Thank you for your support!

Which color is your favorite?

2 cards featuring evergreen images and the text "September-December 2023 Mini Catalog"

Our September – December Mini Catalog is available. Let me know if you need a copy, or shop online HERE!

A red banner with the words “Paper Pumpkin”, images of card making supplies, and the phrase “Home for the Holidays"

Create dazzling traditional Christmas cards with the Home for the Holidays Paper Pumpkin Kit. This kit includes eight beautiful cards—four each of two designs. But wait, there’s more! For all the sparkly crafters, this kit includes glitter glue to give your cards extra shine. Even better, it will coordinate with the November kit. Are you ready? Subscribe HERE by October 10th.

Paper Pumpkin subscriptions deliver ready-to-go projects to your doorstep every month, but you have ultimate control to skip or cancel 😱 if you decide it’s not for you. Stampin’ Up! also features an exclusive collection of kits that don’t require a subscription. Visit the Online Store to see what’s available.

TEXTURED FLORAL HAPPY BIRTHDAY

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I’m venturing into a bit of a shabby chic look today. It’s out of my usual style, but not too far out. I’ve used my favorite sheet of Earthen Elegance DSP as a base for the card and added a few stems from the Textured Floral dies.

A handmade card with 3 plant stems and the text "wishing you the happiest of birthdays"
  • Stamps: Charming Sentiments, Queen Bee, Lighting the Way
  • Color Palette: Basic White, Lost Lagoon, Pebble Path
  • Accessories: Stamp Cut and Emboss Machine, Textured Floral dies, Earthen Elegance DSP, Linen Thread, Pebble Path Textured Ribbon, Stampin’ Trimmer, Stampin’ Dimensionals

The DSP really sets the tone for the background. I used a variety of stamps from Queen Bee and Lighting the Way to add more texture, stamping them off and layering them.

A handmade card with 3 plant stems and the text "wishing you the happiest of birthdays"

I could have cut all 3 die cuts separately and layered them, but no, I had to do it the hard way. I put them together along the edge of a Lost Lagoon panel and ran them through the Big Boss part way, stopping before they cut through the edge. I used my Stampin’ Trimmer to cut a straight line across the panel, leaving just the stems attached. That panel got the same background texture treatment as the DSP.

A handmade card with 3 plant stems and the text "wishing you the happiest of birthdays"

I finished it off with Pebble Path ribbon and Linen thread. The inside has a simple set of lines to create a custom look – it’s a handmade card, isn’t it?

To order supplies for your own handmade cards, shop the Online Store.

2 cards featuring evergreen images and the text "September-December 2023 Mini Catalog"

Our September – December Mini Catalog is available to everyone. Let me know if you need a copy, or shop it online!

A red banner with the words “Paper Pumpkin”, images of card making supplies, and the phrase “Home for the Holidays"

Create dazzling traditional Christmas cards with the Home for the Holidays Paper Pumpkin Kit. This kit includes eight beautiful cards—four each of two designs. But wait, there’s more! For all the sparkly crafters, this kit includes glitter glue to give your cards extra shine. Even better, it will coordinate with the November kit. Are you ready? Subscribe HERE by October 10th.

Paper Pumpkin subscriptions deliver ready-to-go projects to your doorstep every month, but you have ultimate control to skip or cancel 😱 if you decide it’s not for you. Stampin’ Up! also features an exclusive collection of kits that don’t require a subscription. Visit the Online Store to see what’s available.

HAPPY WORLD CARD MAKING DAY!

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If it’s not yet 2pm Mountain Time when you’re reading this, hop over to www.StampinUp.com and check out the free World Card Making day event! (If it’s after 5pm MT, the event is over, carry on.)

Are you ready for one more Pick of the Patch card? I switched up my favorite layout from landscape to portrait and played with some new colors. Honestly, this is the most fun I’ve had with a card sketch in ages!

A handmade card with pumpkins designs and the sentiment “you're the pick of the patch”
  • Stamps: Pick of the Patch
  • Color Palette: Basic White, Old Olive, Pretty Peacock, Garden Green, Pebbled Path, Boho Blue
  • Accessories: Stamp Cut and Emboss Machine, Timeworn Type Embossing Folder, Pick of the Patch Builder Punch, Joy of Christmas DSP, Classic Matte Dots, Pebble Path Jute Trim, Stampin’ Dimensionals

Here’s a link to the landscape version. The change in DSP is pretty significant. The Joy of Christmas DSP is much bolder than Earthen Elegance, but the colors are also deeper and more vibrant. I was pleased to see how versatile that “Christmas” paper could be – I love all the layers!

A handmade card with pumpkins designs and the sentiment “you're the pick of the patch”

I decided against fussy cutting of those swirls (again). I did it once and that was enough. They stamp directly on the card quite nicely. I don’t mind fussy cutting, but the inside curves on those made me cranky. Not worth it.

A handmade card with pumpkins designs and the sentiment “you're the pick of the patch”

I love to add a little “what’s inside” hint on the outside of the envelope. I repeated the same image on the inside of the card – because it’s handmade and I can do that!

A handmade card with pumpkins designs and the sentiment “you're the pick of the patch”

Are you sold on Pick of the Patch yet? I certainly am. If you need your own, shop the Online Store.

An invitation to the World Card Making Day showing balloons and markers

WORLD CARD MAKING DAY IS COMING! You’re invited to craft along – register for this FREE event on October 7. Download the project sheets HERE and HERE.

Patterned paper hexagons and the text "Designer Series Paper Special Release" and "shop AnneMatasci.stampinup.net"

Beautiful new papers are available while supplies last! Find them under Online Exclusives.

2 cards featuring evergreen images and the text "September-December 2023 Mini Catalog"

Our September – December Mini Catalog is available to everyone! Let me know if you need a copy!

A red banner with the words “Paper Pumpkin”, images of card making supplies, and the phrase “Home for the Holidays"

Create dazzling traditional Christmas cards with the Home for the Holidays Paper Pumpkin Kit. This kit includes eight beautiful cards—four each of two designs. But wait, there’s more! For all the sparkly crafters, this kit includes glitter glue to give your cards extra shine. Even better, it will coordinate with the November kit. Are you ready? Subscribe HERE by October 10th.

Paper Pumpkin subscriptions deliver ready-to-go projects to your doorstep every month, but you have ultimate control to skip or cancel 😱 if you decide it’s not for you. Stampin’ Up! also features an exclusive collection of kits that don’t require a subscription. Visit the Online Store to see what’s available.

SEASON OF CHIC: PINK ALOHA

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I’ve wanted to make a lei-style card for a while. After I used this flower from Season of Chic for a couple of other cards, I decided to try stringing it into a lei. I’m not perfectly satisfied, but I think it’s a decent start:

A long pink watercolor wash card with a flower lei and the text "aloha"
  • Stamps: Season of Chic, Alphabest
  • Color Palette: Basic White, Moody Mauve, Petal Pink, Lost Lagoon, Shaded Spruce
  • Accessories: Stamp Cut and Emboss Machine, Chic dies, Stampin’ Blends, Irridescent Rhinestone gems, Daubers, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Watercolor Paper

I’m not sure what this blossom is, but it doesn’t look like any lei flowers I’m familiar with! Let’s call it Artistic License. The outline is inked in Moody Mauve, and the fill stamp is inked in Petal Pink. I added a light wash of Moody Mauve applied with a dauber and then lightly misted before stamping on watercolor paper. Let’s have a cheer for two-step stampin’!

A long pink watercolor wash card with a flower lei and the text "aloha"

I am so envious of those artists who are able to create beautiful watercolor washes. I’ve tried more times than I care to acknowledge, and it never comes out the way I see it in my mind. For this card, I used the lightest Petal Pink Stampin’ Blend on Basic White card stock.

A long pink watercolor wash card with a flower lei and the text "aloha"

This card needs a custom envelope, and I found just the thing in my stash of retired papers. I’m quite pleased to found something that coordinated so well! (I’m also pleased to have one less sheet of DSP in my retired stash – it’s a bit overwhelming.)

We have so many beautiful flowers in our stamp offering, and you probably have one that would be perfect for this technique. On the off chance you don’t, you’re welcome to shop the Online Store.

An invitation to the World Card Making Day showing balloons and markers

WORLD CARD MAKING DAY IS COMING! You’re invited to craft along – register for this FREE event on October 7. Download the project sheets HERE and HERE.

Patterned paper hexagons and the text "Designer Series Paper Special Release" and "shop AnneMatasci.stampinup.net"

Beautiful new papers are available while supplies last! Find them under Online Exclusives.

2 cards featuring evergreen images and the text "September-December 2023 Mini Catalog"

Our September – December Mini Catalog is available to everyone! Let me know if you need a copy!

A red banner with the words “Paper Pumpkin”, images of card making supplies, and the phrase “Home for the Holidays"

Create dazzling traditional Christmas cards with the Home for the Holidays Paper Pumpkin Kit. This kit includes eight beautiful cards—four each of two designs. But wait, there’s more! For all the sparkly crafters, this kit includes glitter glue to give your cards extra shine. Even better, it will coordinate with the November kit. Are you ready? Subscribe HERE by October 10th.

Paper Pumpkin subscriptions deliver ready-to-go projects to your doorstep every month, but you have ultimate control to skip or cancel 😱 if you decide it’s not for you. Stampin’ Up! also features an exclusive collection of kits that don’t require a subscription. Visit the Online Store to see what’s available.

OCTOBER 2023 DIY: PICK OF THE PATCH

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I am absolutely smitten with Pick of the Patch. I don’t usually get too excited about Halloween (sorry, Robbie!) but there’s something about the images in this set that has me reaching for it again and again. I’m going to enjoy it all month.

A small square calendar for October 2023 with 4 pumpkins and a small bird.
  • Stamps: Pick of the Patch
  • Color Palette: Basic White, Crushed Curry, Pumpkin Pie, Cajun Craze, Garden Green
  • Accessories: Pick of the Patch Builder Punch, Adhesive backed solid gems, Stampin’ Dimensionals

Did you see my non-traditional pumpkins in September? I had such fun with those colors, but for October I decided to stick with colors you might see in the pumpkin patch.

A small square calendar for October 2023 with 4 pumpkins and a small bird.

For the card, I fussy cut those swirls. Didn’t really feel like doing that again 😆 so I stamped them right onto the calendar. I’m equally happy with the results, and I’m thrilled that I didn’t have to fussy cut those buggers again.

A small square calendar for October 2023 with 4 pumpkins and a small bird.

Take a look to see what Cheryl and Crystal are sharing for October DIY!

I’ve had quite a few requests for the 2024 calendar template. Many people know I actually do live on Maui, and the past month or so has been emotionally hard. I’m the first to say that I am very fortunate to have not been directly impacted by the fire, but everyone who lives here is impacted in one way or another. I appreciate your patience – I’ll be making the template available later this month.

Now: if you need your own Pick of the Patch, shop the Online Store.

An invitation to the World Card Making Day showing balloons and markers

WORLD CARD MAKING DAY IS COMING! You’re invited to craft along – register for this FREE event on October 7. Download the project sheets HERE and HERE.

Patterned paper hexagons and the text "Designer Series Paper Special Release" and "shop AnneMatasci.stampinup.net"

Beautiful new papers are available while supplies last! Find them under Online Exclusives.

2 cards featuring evergreen images and the text "September-December 2023 Mini Catalog"

Our September – December Mini Catalog is available to everyone! Let me know if you need a copy!

A red banner with the words “Paper Pumpkin”, images of card making supplies, and the phrase “Home for the Holidays"

Create dazzling traditional Christmas cards with the Home for the Holidays Paper Pumpkin Kit. This kit includes eight beautiful cards—four each of two designs. But wait, there’s more! For all the sparkly crafters, this kit includes glitter glue to give your cards extra shine. Even better, it will coordinate with the November kit. Are you ready? Subscribe HERE by October 10th.

Paper Pumpkin subscriptions deliver ready-to-go projects to your doorstep every month, but you have ultimate control to skip or cancel 😱 if you decide it’s not for you. Stampin’ Up! also features an exclusive collection of kits that don’t require a subscription. Visit the Online Store to see what’s available.