April’s Paper Pumpkin is ‘Delicate Wings’ and looks amazing

April 3, 2024

I thought I'd share some sneak peaks of upcoming Paper Pumpkin kits.

April's kit is called Delicate Wings

Did you know that you are in charge of which kits you receive? Once you purchase a pre-paid subscription or subscribe you can opt out of any kit you do not want. Stampin' Up! shares what's coming up each month so you can decide if you want it or not. You have complete control!

You're also eligible to purchase any of the refill kits or add-on's SU offers. See them all here.

*Plus when you subscribe with me, LeeAnn Greff, you'll qualify for a FREE tutorial each month.

This tutorial PDF is filled with 10 or more alternate ideas for additional projects you can make with each month's kit (includes photos & instructions) – making your kit go a lot further! *see example photo below

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Here is more info on how Paper Pumpkin works:

A MONTHLY CRAFTING SUBSCRIPTION

EVERYTHING YOU NEED IN A CRAFT BOX

One issue crafters often run into is feeling overwhelmed by their project. Lack of inspiration, proper supplies and crafty know-how might discourage you from even starting a project and unlocking your creative potential!

This never happens with a craft subscription box from Paper Pumpkin. That’s because everything you need for your project is included in your monthly art box. All you have to do is open it up and get started. You’ll be able to make cards, treat bags, gift boxes and so much more with your monthly art box subscription.

BUILD YOUR STAMP COLLECTION

Among the items in each Paper Pumpkin monthly craft kit is a reusable rubber stamp. So after you’re done creating your monthly craft, you’ll have a valuable stamp to add to your collection. You even get a free clear stamping block with your first craft box. Plus, you get a different color ink pad every month as well.

PRINT & VIDEO INSTRUCTION MAKE CRAFTING EASY

Even the craftiest among us worry that we’ll have trouble understanding how to do a project, or that we’ll make a mistake. You never have to worry about that with Paper Pumpkin! That’s because not only does each monthly arts and crafts box come with clear, easy-to-understand printed instructions, but we also upload a video to YouTube so you can watch a professional guide you through the craft.

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April Specials:

*current host code link: TQWBXR4T

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A free gift with orders in April:

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All online orders in April will receive a free multi-project tutorial!

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Easter Bunny Floating Panel card with a free project sheet & video tutorial!

March 31, 2023
We made this sweet card at my March Card Clubs – it features the Easter Bunny bundle. This bundle is currently unavailable. you can get the Easter Bunny stamp set now but the Bunny punch is returning in May.

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It's a Floating Panel fun fold card; one of my current favorite folds lately. It's both fun to make and easy to create too!

My colors include Fresh Freesia, Blackberry Bliss and Daffodil Delight. Below you'll see the baby version. I gave my gals the choice of Easter or baby.

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The greetings for the baby card are from Charming Sentiments. Click here for the PDF project sheet for measurements & products used.

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I used a variety of products on this card:
- Stamps – Easter Bunny, Charming Sentiments
- Ink – Fresh Freesia, Blackberry Bliss
- Paper – Fresh Freesia, Daffodil, Blackberry Bliss, Basic White, Tea Boutique, Butterfly Kisses, Flowers & More host
- Other – Basic Borders dies, Cane Weave 3D folder, Dimensionals, Brass Butterflies
Do you see his little cottontail? I tore off a piece from a cotton ball and rolled it into a ball. It's adhered with out Multipurpose liquid glue.

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Here are the measurements:
- Card base 4 1/4" X 11" score at 2 3/4" & 5 1/2". Scraps for bunny & circle punch. Two strips 1/2" X 1 1/2" for the floating panel hinges
  • DSP pieces four pieces at 1 1/4" X 4"
  • White front square 2 3/4", inside 5 1/4" X 4"
  • Blackberry Bliss square 2 7/8"
  • Greeting strips 3/4" X 3 1/2"
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Here's a tip on the Floating panel: You need just two pieces of card stock about 1/2" X 2 1/2". Fold them in half and adhere to the center fold; one on each side. Your front panel is adhered to this.

*Watch the video below (or click here) where I share the tips on creating this card; it's the second project of 4!

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March Specials:

See the new Online Exclusives here!

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See the Jan-Apr 2023 Last Chance list here *sale prices start April 4th

See the 2022-2023 Annual Catalog Last Chance list here

Get a free class kit with online orders over $55 when using the host code above!

I have two left! *after that you'll receive a pack of 10 handmade cards!

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Baby Swipe technique with tips & video! Plus retiring lists & colors.

March 30, 2023
They released the retiring lists from the Annual & Spring catalogs yesterday. Here are the lists:

Here's the Annual Catalog retiring list: Download 2022-2023 Annual Catalog Last Chance Products_US Landscape

And here is the Spring (January-April) retired list Download January-April 2023 Mini Catalog Last Chance Products_US Landscape

*There is a sale on some of these retiring items but the discounts do not start until April 4th.

Here's a graphic on which colors are retiring. Go here to shop and get the items you need before they're gone!

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Sad to say good bye to these colors:
- Soft Suede
- So Saffron
- Blushing Bride
- Mint Macaron
- Pear Pizzazz
- Pacific Point
- Mango Melody
- Rich Razzleberry
- Bermuda Bay
- Merry Merlot
- Sahara Sand
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Which are returning?
- Fresh Freesia!!
- Misty Moonlight
- Blueberry Bushel
- Berry Burst
- Lemon Lime Twist
- Lost Lagoon
- Pretty Peacock
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Have you ever done the baby swipe technique? It's so fun; playing with baby wipes and ink refills is a bit addictive!

I made this card for our March Team swap; the theme was to use a technique involving ink refills.

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My colors include Daffodil Delight, Polished Pink and Black.

Other products used:
- Potted Succulent dies for the greeting die-cut
- Dainty Delight dies – black die-cuts
- Penned Flowers dies for the scalloped edge
- Brass butterflies seen here
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Can you spot the shimmer? I used the Pearlescent paper from the Annual Catalog. See it here.

It was the perfect sheen for this technique as the moist ink did not absorb quickly like it might for regular card stock. Glossy paper would also work well.

After I added the color, I let it dry for an hour or so. Then I textured it with one of the embossing folders in the 3D Basics pack seen here. These are currently out of stock but they'll be back in May.

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Below you can see the difference in my cards; especially the colors. One is soft and subtle and the other more vibrant. This happens as you work with your baby wipe; the first few swipes are bold and the next few are much softer.

Tips for success:
- Fold and roll your baby wipe in a tube. Hold it tightly and add a few drops of ink refills.
- Add each color separately in a row. I tend to add enough for about 1/2" of surface.
- Start swiping off your paper and then onto it. You can do straight swipes or get creative and add curves or swirls. Let dry.
- Shimmery, pearlescent or glossy works best. But you can do it on regular card stock too.
- I suggest you use light to medium colors.
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Notice the colors of the butterflies? I colored the Brass Butterflies with a Polished Pink blends marker for the left card. I wasn't sure I liked it or not so left them uncolored for my swap cards.

Watch the video here or click on the image below to see this technique. It's the last technique I share in the video.

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March Specials:

See the new Online Exclusives here!

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See the Jan-Apr 2023 Last Chance list here *sale prices start April 4th

See the 2022-2023 Annual Catalog Last Chance list here

Get a free class kit with online orders over $55 when using the host code above!

I have three left! *after that you'll receive a pack of 10 handmade cards!

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The Retired List is here; while supplies last! See which colors are coming back and which are leaving

March 29, 2023
Stampin' Up! just released the retiring list and we now know which of our colors are leaving us. Remember these items are while supplies last!

There is a sale on some of the retired products but the discount will not kick in until April 4th.

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Here's the Annual Catalog retiring list: Download 2022-2023 Annual Catalog Last Chance Products_US Landscape

And here is the Spring (January-April) retired list Download January-April 2023 Mini Catalog Last Chance Products_US Landscape

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They announced they would do a color refresh with the new Annual catalog this year. This keeps our color line fresh, on trend & up to date.

Watch this fabulous video on our new color line!!

Here's the list of retiring colors:
- Soft Suede
- So Saffron
- Blushing Bride
- Mint Macaron
- Pear Pizzazz
- Pacific Point
- Rich Razzleberry
- Mango Melody
- Bermuda Bay
- Merry Merlot
- Sahara Sand
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Returning Colors:
- Fresh Freesia!!!!
- Misty Moonlight!
- Berry Burst
- Blueberry Bushel
- Lemon Lime Twist
- Lost Lagoon
- Pretty Peacock
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March Specials:

See the new Online Exclusives here!

*current host code: EWJYEGFV

Get a free class kit with online orders over $55 when using the host code above!

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Earn free products with my loyalty rewards!

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