Creative Chelsey: 2025

Friday, December 12, 2025

Sending a Little Christmas Cheer – Layered Tag Alternative Card Idea for November 2025 Paper Pumpkin Kit

Welcome back to Creative Chelsey! Today I’m sharing a beautiful and simple Christmas card idea that you can recreate with supplies from your November 2025 Paper Pumpkin Kit—Wrapped In Cheer. I love designs that feel festive, layered, and handmade without being complicated—and this card checks every box!

With warm traditional colors, soft patterns, and a bold layered tag focal point, this card is perfect for sending a little Christmas cheer to friends and family this season.

This card features layered tags, festive die-cut foliage, and a cozy plaid background. It looks beautifully detailed but comes together quickly using simple pieces.

If you recreate this project, don’t forget to tag me @creativechelsey or use #creativechelsey so I can see your beautiful creations!

Below you’ll find the full step-by-step tutorial, measurements, and supplies so you can create along with me.

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Basic Beige 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[164511]

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[166780]

1-1/2" (3.8 Cm) Circle Punch

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Measurements

Basic Beige Cardbase – 5-1/2" x 8-1/2" scored at 4-1/4"

Basic White – 1-1/2" Circle

Gift Box* – 3-3/4” x 5-1/2” | Two 2-1/2” Tabs | 3/4" x 3-3/4”

Branch of Leaves Die Cut*

Branch of Berries Die Cut*

12" of Linen Thread*

Red Tag*

CUTTING GUIDE – https://drive.google.com/file/d/1brzTovK8oGR9Leowz1tH5s-mL6kS_Uck/view?usp=drive_link

1. Add the Pieces from the Gift Box

Use the Cutting Guide to cut a 3-3/4" x 5-1/2" piece from one Gift Box. Add to the center of the cardbase.

Use the Cutting Guide to cut a 3/4" x 3-3/4" strip from one Gift Box. Add horizontally to the center of the pattern piece.

2. Decorate the Red Tag

Stamp the Wreath in Cherry Cobbler ink randomly on the Red Tag. Use a scrap piece of paper or Post-It Note to cover the bottom white area so you don't stamp on it.

Color the two 2-1/2" Tabs from one Gift Box with a light green Stampin' Blend Marker. I used the Light Granny Apple Green. Add one on each side of the Red Tag adhering it to the back.

Use dimensionals under the red tag for depth and place it on the right side of the cardbase.

3. Add Foliage

Seperate two small branches from both the Branch with Leaves & Branch with Berries. Layer one of each together and place them so they point to the bottom left corner of the Red Tag.

Repeat with the other two pointing to the top left corner of the Red Tag.

4. Add Linen Thread

Create a faux bow with 12" of linen thread adhered in the center of the Red Tag.

The loops of the bow should go in the same direction as the Leaves & Berry Branches.

5. Stamp the Greeting

Stamp your Christmas sentiment onto a white 1-1/2" circle with Mossy Meadow ink.

Place it in the center of the Leaves & Berry Branches using dimensionals.

6. Complete Your Card

Add a white panel inside if you want space for a handwritten message.

All done! You’ve created a classic and cozy Christmas card.

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Thank you so much for stopping by and crafting with me today. I hope this card inspires you to create something beautiful and share a little Christmas cheer this season.

Have a creative day!

Chelsey

chelsey@creativechelsey.com

Thursday, December 11, 2025

Paper Pumpkin Week – November 2025 Alternatives | Turning 3 Gift Boxes into 7 Cards!

Welcome to Paper Pumpkin Week here on Creative Chelsey! Today I am excited to share a fun way to stretch your November 2025 Paper Pumpkin Kit by cutting three of the gift boxes into different pieces to create SEVEN alternative cards.

This month’s kit has such fun patterns, bold colors, and beautiful die-cuts — and even though the kit is designed to make gift boxes, those same pieces can easily transform into quick & simple handmade cards.

I have taken just three of the printed gift boxes and cut them apart using a custom cutting guide so you can get multiple pieces… all perfectly sized for cardmaking. The results are soooo fun — seven unique cards using only three boxes!

I have created a cutting template that shows exactly how to cut each of the boxes, plus the measurements for the extra cardstock pieces you’ll need for each alternative card. You can download that template here:
Cutting Guide: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1brzTovK8oGR9Leowz1tH5s-mL6kS_Uck/view?usp=drive_link

If you would like to watch me unbox the kit and create the original projects, visit the playlist here:
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Each month I take the Paper Pumpkin kits and create alternative projects that are easy for any paper crafter — whether you are brand new or have been creating for years. You can follow along with supplies you already have, or purchase any additional items from my online Stampin’ Up! store. A full supply list is included below.

I also want to share the amazing perks you receive when you subscribe to Paper Pumpkin with me as your demonstrator! Every month, I design a brand-new exclusive card using the Paper Pumpkin stamp set & ink spot. I mail an exclusive kit to all my subscribers so they can make even more, and we meet for a fun monthly crafting session to make the card together.

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If this project inspires you, I would love to see what you create! Tag me on social media @creativechelsey | #creativechelsey or email me at chelsey@creativechelsey.com.

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Chelsey
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Tuesday, December 2, 2025

December 2025 SheetLoad of Cards - Elegant Pine Snowflakes Designer Series Paper from Stampin' Up!

Welcome to Creative Chelsey. Today, I am sharing my set of cards made with the December 2025 Sheetload Of Cards Template created by Alicia, of Call Me Crafty Al. Every month on the first she creates great templates which she shares on her YouTube Channel. You can get your template from her channel, the link is in the CREATIVE TEAM playlist link below.

Make sure to also see what everyone has created this month.

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With the PDF instructions Alicia provides you can make 6 Cards with 3 sheets of 6” x 6” pattern paper. I used the Elegant Pine Snowflakes designer series Paper from Stampin’ Up and love how all the patterns work so well together.

I kept the cardstock color neutral so the pattern paper could stand on its own and draw attention to the fun angles made from the cuts in the template.

The Merry Christmas stamp is from the October 2025 Paper Pumpkin Kit – Cozy Christmas. I wanted a bold Christmas Greeting and moved it from the bottom of the card to the center.

I love making cards using the Sheetload Templates. I think these cards are perfect if you are looking for some quick and cute Christmas Card ideas. If you have never played around with the Sheetload of Cards templates & cutting guides, make sure to check it out.

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Chelsey

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Monday, November 24, 2025

Wreath “JOY” Card Tutorial | Paper Pumpkin October 2025 Alternative Cozy Christmas | Stampin' Up!

Welcome to Paper Pumpkin Week here on Creative Chelsey! Thanks for joining me today as I share my last Alternative Card Idea you can create using the October 2025 Paper Pumpkin Kit – Cozy Christmas.

Today’s card features a gorgeous layered Christmas wreath with bright red berries, fresh greens, and a bold “JOY” sentiment right in the center. I love how the different leaf shapes from the coordainting Abundant Joy Dies combine to create a full wreath that feels festive and cheerful. This alternative is perfect for using many of the leftover pieces from the kit!

If you’d like to see the unboxing of this kit or watch how to make the original cards, visit the playlist here:
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Every month, I create multiple alternative ideas using the Paper Pumpkin kit along with just a few basic tools. These projects are fun, simple, and great for both experienced crafters and beginners. You can follow along with supplies you already have or purchase anything extra from my online store. A full supply list is below.

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———————— Measurements ————————

Get the Cutting Guide for all my alternatives here!

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mAji1pYr_nlLOa1tyCgBiMo9gV6MuyvS/view?usp=sharing

Basic Beige Cardbase – 5 1/2" x 8 1/2" scored at 4 1/4"

Basic Beige Cardstock – 4 1/8" x 5 3/8"

Crumb Cake Cardstock – 2 1/2" x 3 3/4"

Garden Green Cardstock – 8 Fern Die Cuts

Basic White Cardstock – 5 Sprig Die Cuts

Real Red Cardstock – Joy Die Cut
Green Pattern Cardbase – 8 Leaf Dies from leftover piece

Beige Envelope Back – 2 1/4" Circle from leftover piece
Gold Trim – Bow

———————— Step-by-Step Instructions ————————

1- Use the Cutting Guide to prepare all the pieces:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mAji1pYr_nlLOa1tyCgBiMo9gV6MuyvS/view?usp=sharing

2- Emboss the Basic Beige piece using any Embossing Folder. I used the Forever Plaid. Adhere to the center of the Basic Beige Cardbase.

3- Stamp the greeting “TO THE WORLD” in Pecan Pie ink on the Crumb Cake piece. I stamped two at the top and three at the bottom. Lightly splatter with a coordinating Stampin’ Blend if desired.

4- Build the Wreath on the 2 ¼” Circle cut from the remaining Envelope pieces – I used the Circle of Season Dies. Alternate adding the Leaf & Fern Die Cuts around the circle with glue dots. I used my Silicone Craft Sheet so the adhesive doesn’t stick to my work surface.

Add to the center of the Crumb Cake piece with dimensionals. See video for more details.

5- Add the White Sprigs with glue dots at the base. Place them evenly around the wreath for a full, festive look.

6- Add the JOY Sentiment cut from Real Red Cardstock with Dimensionals. . Add a touch of Wink of Stella to the top.

7- Tie a Double Bow with 20” of Twine. I used a retired Gold Twine, but you can use any color.

Find the center of the twine and hold with your fingers. With one side create a faux bow (with out using adhesive). Repeat with the other side. Then tie a knot in the center. See video for details. Add to the top of the wreath with a glue dot.

8- Add Red Sequins around the wreath.

Optional: Add a Basic White panel inside for writing.

All done!

Here is the video tutorial:

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Have a creative day!
Chelsey
chelsey@creativechelsey.com

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Friday, December 12, 2025

Sending a Little Christmas Cheer – Layered Tag Alternative Card Idea for November 2025 Paper Pumpkin Kit

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Thursday, December 11, 2025

Paper Pumpkin Week – November 2025 Alternatives | Turning 3 Gift Boxes into 7 Cards!

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Tuesday, December 2, 2025

December 2025 SheetLoad of Cards - Elegant Pine Snowflakes Designer Series Paper from Stampin' Up!

Monday, November 24, 2025

Wreath “JOY” Card Tutorial | Paper Pumpkin October 2025 Alternative Cozy Christmas | Stampin' Up!

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