Flowerbug's Inkspot

Exploring In Color cards & envelopes & the Paper Pumpkin refill - both while supplies last!

May's Paper Pumpkin kit was amazing!  It featured our newest In Colors in fabulous scenic themed cards. Here is an alternative card I made with this kit:

I cut one of the card bases into three strips and adhered them onto a Boho Blue card base (5 1/2" X 8 1/2", scored at 2 1/8" & 4 1/4").  Each printed piece is 1 7/8" X 5 1/4". The White inside is 2" X 5 1/4".  The greeting, binoculars & pretty label piece are from the kit.  I added a 3/4" strip of Boho Blue CS under it. 

**Each month my Paper Pumpkin customers receive a big bunch of alternative ideas!  

You can't get the full kit anymore; the cut off date was May 10th.  But the refill is still available here.  Here's what you get: 

For $11.50 this refill kit includes:
* 9 printed card bases: 3 each of 3 designs
* Folded card size: 4-1/4" x 5-1/2" 
* 9 envelopes
* Die cut labels and accents
* Linen twine
* Adhesive
* Sticker sheet

Below is what the original kit cards look like: it included the stamp set & Copper Clay ink spot.  You can easily substitute other greetings.  However you do have to be a Paper Pumpkin subscriber to take advantage of the refills & other add ons.  

And while supplies last there are coordinating cards & envelopes available too!  

You can see these below.  It includes 18 cards AND 18 coordinating envelopes; all for just $10!  Get them here *You must be a Paper Pumpkin subscriber though. 

Subscribe to Paper Pumpkin here by June 10th and you'll get the Welcome Inn card kit.  Or choose a pre-paid subscription here.  Here's a sneak peak of June's card kit: 

The June Welcome Inn kit coordinates with the Countryside Inn Suite collection and they've added on optional coordinating dies this month too!  These are available to Paper Pumpkin customers.  

Welcome Inn Dies (Available for purchase while supplies last).

Item number: 163192  $6.00 USD

This add-on includes:

• One coordinating vase die: 1-1/2" x 1-1/2" (3.8 x 3.8 cm)
• One coordinating flower die
• One beautiful leaf die

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June Specials:

Designer Paper is 15% off in June!

WOW - get $155 in product for $99 with free shipping! click here!

Get a package of In Color pearls with online orders over $55 using a host code.

*current host codes: ZHZ6CPYU or AJVB3B3V 

 Earn free products with my loyalty rewards! 

Click here to download yours and earn a $50 shopping spree!

All of the Little Things kit with an alternate fun fold card idea!

I had time to stamp some kits last weekend and thought I'd share them with you. I do love our kits!  Such enjoyable and stress free creating! I did it at a crafting day at our church. All I took with me was adhesive, a bone folder, paper snips, and the kit!

The cards below were made with April's 'All the Little Things' Paper Pumpkin kit.  I made most of them as the kit directed me to. 

However I changed the greetings so I could use them as thank you cards. Such a gorgeous kit this is!  If you're a Paper Pumpkin subscriber did you know you are eligible to get the refills when they become available?  The refill kit includes all products in the original kit except the stamp set & ink spot.  But you already own those so it's easy to make more cards. you can get the refill for this kit here. 

Today, May 10th, is the last day to get in on the Exploring In Color Paper Pumpkin kit. More information below.

Each month I create a few alternative ideas and share them with my subscribers and my Team; here's a peak at April's projects. 

Here's one of the cards I made.  It's a floating panel card!

Here's a quick example of how to make one.  Score your (5 1/2" X 8 1/2") card twice - at 2 1/8" and 4 1/4".  Then add two folded strips of card stock (about 1/2" X 2" each) on that center front fold - both folds meet on that scored line. Add adhesive to the top area and add your top panel to it.  Done!  

I LOVED making these cards!  If you want to subscribe to Paper Pumpkin with me, here's a link.  

Or if you'd rather purchase a subscription you can do that here. 

Remember that with Paper Pumpkin you are in charge of which kits you receive; pause if you don't like the next kit. But as a subscriber you are eligible to get any of the available refills or add on items.  

Hint: June's kit will include an add on die-cut option!

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Remember that my new catalog designer paper share is still open for a limited time.  Get 80 sheets of 6 X 6" DSP - all from the new catalog for just $28.50 plus shipping.  Reserve your spot here. 

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May Specials:

*current host code: CNSGEFEE or AJVB3B3V 

Get a free updated cardstock color sampler with online orders over $55 using a host code.

Offer good through May 17th  

My new catalog designer paper share is open for a limited time. 

Get 80 sheets of 6 X 6" DSP - all from the new catalog for just $28.50 plus shipping.  Reserve your spot here. 

Earn free products with my loyalty rewards! 

Click here to download yours and earn a $50 shopping spree!

Grab the May's Paper Pumpkin kit by Wednesday, May 10th - Exploring In Colors!

I'm looking forward to the May Paper Pumpkin kit this month.  It looks like it's full of nature themed cards.  

I love that they give us a hint about what we'll receive each month.  This lets subscribers decide if they want to get it, order an extra or opt out.  I spy wood rounds, flowers and pinecones.

This May kit includes:

• All the supplies you need to create 9 card, 3 each of 3 designs, plus 9 coordinating envelopes.
• A 7-piece all-occasion stamp set that celebrates good friends and great adventures!
• 1 Copper Clay (new In Color!) Classic Stampin’ Spot.
• Twine and die-cut accents
• FREE stickers to put on your projects or anything you want—water bottles, laptops, coolers, and more!
• Finished card size: 4-1/4" x 5-1/2" 
• Coordinating Stampin’ Up! colors: Boho Blue, Copper Clay, Daffodil Delight, Moody Mauve, Mossy Meadow, Pebbled Path, Wild Wheat

Subscribers also get to add on the Exploring In Color cards & envelopes this month.  They're available while supplies last.  

What a fantastic deal!!  I always get these; the value is incredible!  18 cards and 18 envelopes for just $10. To me it looks like all these pretty cards need is a greeting to finish them off. See them here. 

It's one of the perks of being a subscriber.  They offer us some fun add-ons now & then.  I also like that we get to order kit refills if and when they become available. Refills of the monthly kits are usually $11 and include everything in the original kit except the ink spot & stamps. 

Want to receive a crafty kit each month?  Here's the link to subscribe. 

Remember YOU are in charge of which kits you receive. We get a hint of the kit almost a month before you're charged. I follow Paper Pumpkin Facebook group where the hints are shared on the 11th of each month.  Kits are billed on the 10th.  

Or choose a pre-paid subscription - you can choose from a 1, 3, 6 or 12 month subscription here.  

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Remember that my new catalog designer paper share is still open for a limited time.  Get 80 sheets of 6 X 6" DSP - all from the new catalog for just $28.50 plus shipping.  Reserve your spot here. 

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May Specials:

*current host code: CNSGEFEE or AJVB3B3V 

Get a free updated cardstock color sampler with online orders over $55 using a host code.

Offer good through May 17th  

My new catalog designer paper share is open for a limited time. 

Get 80 sheets of 6 X 6" DSP - all from the new catalog for just $28.50 plus shipping.  Reserve your spot here. 

Earn free products with my loyalty rewards! 

Click here to download yours and earn a $50 shopping spree!

Grab the 10 years of Growth Paper Pumpkin kit with 2 stamp sets! Tomorrow is the last day to get it!

It's the 10 year Anniversary of Paper Pumpkin and Stampin' Up! is celebrating with a free gift in the kit!  

You'll get TWO stamp sets in this month's kit plus everything you need to make 9 full size cards.

This month’s kit is all about happy greetings, organic and botanical designs digitally painted by our in-house artists, along with all-occasion sentiments to celebrate the happy moments in life and recognize the people around you who help you grow! 

You have a few options:

A. Subscribe here to get a kit each month (until you're done; then you just stop.  Or you can skip a month when the theme doesn't appeal to you.

B. Choose a pre-paid subscription here.  Choose from 1,3,6 or 12 months and pay all at once instead of monthly like above. 

My Paper Pumpkin customers get a bunch of bonus project ideas each month like this one:

I ordered extras of this kit for three reasons:

1. The colors are gorgeous! 
2. An extra FREE stamp set!
3. It features a botanical/plant theme which is right up my alley.

This kit includes:

• All the supplies you need to create 9 cards: 3 each of 3 designs; and coordinating envelopes.
• An all-occasion stamp set to recognize the people in your life who help you grow with greetings and beautiful botanical images.
• 1 Polished Pink Classic Stampin’ Spot
• Paper pieces and embellishments with digitally-painted designs and images.
• Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals.
• 1 FREE additional stamp set, which includes a plant and pot builder to make plant-astic projects!

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March Specials:

See the new Online Exclusives here! 

*current host code:  TMJXFR2T

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

Earn free products with my loyalty rewards! 

Click here to download yours and earn a $50 shopping spree!

3 NEW kit options and they're all inclusive!

If you're local to me in Minot, ND be sure to stop in for my New Catalog party today. 

Great displays, yummy food, a neat take-a-way projects & of course great deals too!!

It's Saturday, January 7th from 1- 4 pm. 

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Do you know about our Kits Collection?  It features many types of kits; perfect for all kinds of crafters.  They're also a wonderful gift to give since everything but a scissors is included.  

Some feature ink and stamps and others are ready to assemble with pre-printed greetings.  You can see them all here.  

Stampin' Up! recently added three new kits. 

This first kit is called Saying Thanks starts today and includes 9 colorful cards with envelopes.  See it here.

Below are all of the elements in the kit.  It's a non-stamping kit; everything is printed for you.  It's perfect for quick cards or a gift! 

This kit includes: 

• Enough supplies to create 9 cards—3 each of 3 designs—and 9 coordinating envelopes.
• Printed die-cut words, precut pieces, and enough adhesive to complete projects.
• White baker's twine and iridescent diamond sequins.
• Finished card size: 5-1/2" x 4-1/4" (14 x 10.8 cm).
• Coordinating colors: Basic Black, Daffodil Delight, Gorgeous Grape, Granny Apple Green, Poppy Parade, Tahitian Tide.

The second is called Timeless Greetings seen here.  It's great for anyone but perfect for guys. Sometimes it's difficult to make men's cards....  

Below is the stamp set that's included in this kit.  The cost is $21.   

This kit includes:
* Timeless Greetings photopolymer stamp set
* Acrylic stamp block
* Soft Suede ink spot
* Pre-designed projects
* Step-by-step instructions
* Precut pieces (No prep work! Get right to crafting)
* Makes 8 cards: 4 each of 2 designs
* Folded card size: 5-1/2" x 4-1/4" (14 x 10.8 cm)
* 8 preprinted envelopes
* Enough adhesive to complete projects
* Brushed silver and copper foil

Here's another kit they just added; it's called the Love Treats kit. Here's the link to it:

This kit includes the following:

• 20 treat boxes measuring 3" x 2" x 15/16" (7.6 x 5.08 x 2.3 cm)
• One photopolymer love-themed stamp set
• One Basic Gray Ink Spot
• Different die-cut stickers with heart designs
• Coordinating colors include Petal Pink and Soft Succulent
• Building the 20 treat boxes takes less than 60 minutes to complete

And this is the stamp set included: 

 

 

Stampin' Up! just posted their Paper Pumpkin 'year in review' video.  Here's a link to it.  

 

Heads up on getting Paper Pumpkin kits:  If you want to get something free with purchase I highly recommend you order a pre-paid subscription during Sale-a-Bration.  For every $50 - 100 you spend you get free choices from the SAB catalog.  So opt in January 5th - February 28th and get even more!

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Clearance Rack deals!

 Order online using the links below:

January Host code links: QFTB9AST or 69GXSA3B

Get free Pastel Sequins with online orders over $55 when using the host code above!  January Host code links:  QFTB9AST or 69GXSA3B

 Earn free products with my loyalty rewards! 

Click here to download yours and earn a $50 shopping spree!

From the North Pole bonus card; so cute! Refills are available!

I had time to play with the latest Paper Pumpkin kit this weekend - From the North Pole.  From the hint they gave us beforehand I knew the tags would be cute! 

If you don't like or need tags, they can easily be changed into Christmas cards.  This kit is available in a refill for just $11 while supplies last. The refill kit does not include the stamp set or ink spot and is only available to current Paper Pumpkin subscribers.  Here's a link to it.  

Each month I send my subscribers AND my Team alternate projects using elements in the latest Paper Pumpkin kit.  I share lots of ideas for bonus cards or scrapbook ideas.  

Here's one of my projects using the 'From the North Pole' kit:  

I always enjoy stamping my own background; the candy cane & dot are stamps from the kit.  I used Sweet Sorbet and White Craft ink. I added the card base and the two card stock strips - the Mint layer is textured with the Gingham embossing folder.  Everything else is from the kit. 

Another bonus product available to current PP subscribers are these awesome Good Things cards and envelopes seen here:

It includes 20 cards, 5 each of 4 designs &20 matching envelopes - all for just $10!  You must be a current subscriber to get these.  There are perks to subscribing!  These coordinate with the upcoming Good Things come in Small Packages kit - it's filled with gift card boxes.  Cut off date to receive this kit is December 10th. 

Click here to get a pre-paid subscription or click here to subscribe and get one monthly. 

Paper Pumpkin facts: did you know? 

• You are in full control of which kits you receive as a subscriber.  They announce what the upcoming kit consists of - the theme and if it's cards or not.  You can log into your account and skip a month any time before the 10th of the month.  
• Even with a pre-paid subscription you can skip or pause your kits. 
• You can give a gift of a subscription too!  What a wonderful Christmas gift for someone crafty.  
• These kits are all inclusive (except the refills).  They include stamps, ink, adhesives (usually glue dots & dimensionals) and other pre-cut elements. 
• To activate a pre-paid subscription and begin receiving the monthly kit, the subscription code must first be redeemed at paperpumpkin.com.  You'll receive this in an email after purchase. 
• Join the Paper Pumpkin Fan Club group for more ideas.  

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Clearance Rack Refresh!

Last Chance list is here!  

Order online using the links below:

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Free Card Class in December: 

Get a FREE card class from me with online orders over $55 when using either host code above!

 Earn free products with my loyalty rewards! 

Click here to download yours and earn a $50 shopping spree!

Paper Pumpkin; Holiday tags & more! Opt in by November 10th!

Here's a peek at the November Paper Pumpkin kit; it's holiday tags!  

Put some sparkle into your Christmas giving this year with these festive, DIY tags! Plus, you can shop coordinating North Pole Sacks to create extra special gifts this holiday season. This fun add-on coordinates with November’s glittery tags and die-cut pieces from October’s Ho Ho Ho Paper Pumpkin kit. See them here.

    

Did you know that my Paper Pumpkin subscribers get a ton of alternate ideas every single month?!  So if it's tags like this month, you can look forward to receiving fabulous card ideas, treat projects and possibly a scrapbook layout too! Subscribe here.

Or purchase a pre-paid subscription here.  Choose from 1, 3 or 6 month plans.   

Here's one of my alternative idea for the Ho Ho Ho kit.  I used one of the die-cut pieces in the kit to sponge snowflakes onto the card base.  Almost all of the rest of it is from the kit!  It's so fun to play with the elements and come up with something new.  

And below is a peek at the alternative ideas my subscribers received for the October Ho Ho Ho kit. There was a refill for this kit but it sold out already.  Refill kits are only available for current subscribers. 

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November Specials: 

1. Get a stack of designer papers from me with online orders over $50!
2. All orders in November will receive a big project tutorial - a collection of 12 cards featuring this new collection of products.

Earn free products with my loyalty rewards! 

Click here to download yours and earn a $50 shopping spree!

Quick & Easy treats box with measurements!

Today is the last day of September and the specials end today!  

September Specials

Order online here

Host codes: KSAEED9Y or JPJ4FKYJ

Get free cards from me with online orders!

I shared this cute & easy box on Tuesday's FB Live.  It's quite simple to make and fits a bunch of treats too!  

I decided to feature this month's Paper Pumpkin kit I just received.  It's called Spooky Treats.  I used the ghost and greeting images from the stamp set plus the greeting element and the bats paper from the kit.  I chose the Black & White designs paper for the designer paper.

The finished box measures 3" X 5" in size.

Here are the measurements: 

• Box card stock 7” X 9” – Score at 1” on all sides.
• Place CS with long side at the top, score at 4” & 5”
• DSP - sides 2 at ¾” X 2 ¾”, front & back 2 at ¾” X 4 ¾”. Top is 2 ¾” X 4 ¾”

For the second box I chose to use Gorgeous Grape for my box instead of Pumpkin Pie.  The designer paper is also the Black & White designs.  

 

This Spooky Treats Paper Pumpkin kit is still available while supplies last!  You can choose between the full kit here for $20.50 or the refill here (without the stamp set & ink) for $11.  

You have a few choices when purchasing Paper Pumpkin.  You can subscribe to get one kit each month here.  Or purchase a pre-paid subscription here.  You can choose from a 1, 3, 6 or 12 month pre-paid subscription. 

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Earn free products with my loyalty rewards! 

Click here to download yours and earn a $50 shopping spree!

Spooky Treats alternative card with Aspen Tree dies

Here's one of the projects I shared on Tuesday's FB Live video this week.  I focused on the Spooky Treats Paper Pumpkin kit.  

Good news!  This kit is still available - you can get the full kit here.  Or if you're a subscriber you can get the refill here.  

 In the video seen here, I share a bunch of alternative projects with both my Paper Pumpkin subscribers AND my Flowerbug's Team. 

Here's the stamp set that is included in the kit; it's so cute!

Here's what the Spooky Treats kit makes if you follow the kit directions as directed. It includes 18 nice size treat boxes; perfect to add your candy or Halloween treats in.  

I look forward to getting these kits in the mail each month.  I know that October's kit is Christmas cards.  We always get a hint on what it will be. That way you can opt out or even choose to get more than one kit!

You have a few choices when purchasing Paper Pumpkin.  You can subscribe to get one kit each month here.  Or purchase a pre-paid subscription here.  You can choose from a 1, 3, 6 or 12 month pre-paid subscription.  

You can see how I stamped the inside below.  The card base is Orchid Oasis. 

I used three inks and our blending brushes to create the smooth background under the Aspen Tree dies. I share a few tips on getting smooth results in the video.  

Click on the photo below to watch the video: 

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September Specials

New weekly deals come out on September 1st, 8th, 15th & 22nd! 

Order online here

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Get free cards from me with online orders!

Earn free products with my loyalty rewards! 

Click here to download yours and earn a $50 shopping spree!