Today I’m sharing my ninth alternative card idea using the April 2026 Paper Pumpkin Kit – Lakeside Retreat!
This card has such a fun coastal summer vibe with the striped background, soft scenic image, and adorable ice cream shop focal point. I love how simple this design is while still feeling bright, layered, and cheerful.
This card would be perfect for:
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Summer birthdays
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Beach lovers
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Vacation-themed cards
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Friendship cards
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Simple everyday greetings
For this design, I focused on:
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Using the scenic artwork as the
main focal point
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Adding a bold striped background
for contrast
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Keeping the embellishments simple
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Creating a fresh coastal feel with
soft blues and peach tones
The watercolor-style scene paired with
the striped paper reminds me of a relaxing beach boardwalk in the summer.
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![Waterside Retreat 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [ 167920 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/167920s.jpg "Waterside Retreat 12\" X 12\" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [ 167920 ]")
![Misty Moonlight 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 153081 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/153081s.jpg "Misty Moonlight 8-1/2\" X 11\" Cardstock [ 153081 ]")
![Petal Pink 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 146985 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/146985s.jpg "Petal Pink 8-1/2\" X 11\" Cardstock [ 146985 ]")
![Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 166780 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/166780s.jpg "Basic White 8 1/2\" X 11\" Cardstock [ 166780 ]")
![Pecan Pie Classic Stampin' Pad [ 161665 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/161665s.jpg "Pecan Pie Classic Stampin' Pad [ 161665 ]")
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Measurements
Cardbase – 5-1/2” x 8-1/2” score at 4-1/4”
Misty Moonlight Cardbase – 5-1/2" x
8-1/2" scored at 4-1/4"
Waterside Retreat DSP – Ice Cream Shop
Basic White – 3-1/8" x 4-1/8"
Petal Pink – 1-1/2" Circle
White Twine – 20"
Blue & White Stripe Cardbase* – 4” x
5-1/2"
Card Assembly Instructions
Attach the Blue & White Stripe piece to the center of the cardbase with even borders on the left & right sides.
Cut out the Ice Cream Shop Scene from the Waterside Retreat Designer Series Paper and layer on top of the Basic White piece.
Distress the edges and add to the center
of the cardbase with dimensionals.
Stamp your greeting in Pecan Pie on a 1-1/2" Petal Pink Circle.
Add a Double Faux Bow with 20” of White
Baker’s Twine to the back and attach to the left side of the Ice Cream Shop
Scene with dimensionals.
Why I Love This Card
This
card feels:
✔ Bright
✔ Relaxing
✔ Coastal
✔ Easy to recreate
My favorite part is the combination of:
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Soft watercolor scenery
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Bold striped background
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Minimal embellishing
The layout is clean and simple, but the
layered textures still make it feel finished and polished.
This is also a fantastic design for using
up leftover scenic panels from your kit.
Video Tutorial
Be sure to watch my YouTube tutorial
where I’ll show you:
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How to create easy scenic cards
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Tips for layering patterned paper
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Simple ways to add texture with
thread
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How to stretch your Paper Pumpkin
kit supplies into more alternative cards
If this project inspires you to create
something, I would love for you to tag me on social media using @creativechelsey
| #creativechelsey or email me at chelsey@creativechelsey.com.
Make sure to come back tomorrow for even
more Alternative Ideas you can make with the April 2026 Paper Pumpkin Kit.
Have a creative day,
Chelsey
![Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock [ 159229 ]](https://assets1.tamsnetwork.com/images/EC042017NF/159229s.jpg "Basic White 8 1/2\" X 11\" Thick Cardstock [ 159229 ]")
