Friday, June 13, 2025

Leftover Die Cuts Make The Cutest Cards - Alternatives for the May 2025 Paper Pumpkin Kit - Stampin' Up!

Welcome to Paper Pumpkin Week here on Creative Chelsey. Today I am sharing my last set of alternatives cards ideas you can make with supplies from the May 2025 Paper Pumpkin Kit called Mountain Majesties.

The cards in this kit have beautiful mountain scenes. The kit makes a total of 9 cards 3 of three different designs with coordinating envelopes.


These cards use up the last pieces from the kit. I love trying to find new ways to use paper pumpkin kits and sometimes the last are always the best!

If you would like to watch me unbox the kit and make the original cards visit this playlist -  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL40dV1oxpkNn5ahdYBdt92pbTIg2OGPFb

Each month I take the contents from the paper pumpkin kits and make alternative projects. My cards are easy to follow and can be made by both experienced or new paper crafter. You may need just a couple other products to complete them. You can follow along with me using supplies you already have or purchase any products you see me use from my online store. A full supply list is below or on my blog – www.creativechelsey.com

I also want to mention the amazing perks you can receive when you subscribe to Paper Pumpkin with me as your demonstrator. With every Paper Pumpkin Stamp Set & Ink Spot sent, I design a card and mail out my very own card kit to my subscribers so they can make two of my exclusive card design. These cards so fun and show new ways to use stamps & ink. We also meet once each month to make the card together, chat & have fun.

*PLUS I have joined with other Stampin’ Up! Demonstrators to design 7-10 more alternative ideas in a PDF Tutorial (includes photos & instructions). My subscribers receive this PDF Tutorial along with an Exclusively Designed Card Kit, all for FREE! If you would also like to receive this extra perk, sign up for paper pumpkin using the link below and make sure to select me as your demonstrator.

If you are interested in getting your own paper pumpkin subscription, please use this link to subscribe -  https://www.stampinup.com/products/paper-pumpkin-subscription/?demoid=2042902

If this project inspires you to create something, I would love for you to tag me in any social media post using @creativechelsey | #creativechelsey or email me at chelsey@creativechelsey.com.

If you would like to see written instructions or close up images of these cards please visit my blog - https://creativechelsey.blogspot.com/2025/06/make-your-own-shadow-tree-focal-point.html

It is Paper Pumpkin Week here on Creative Chelsey. This is my last set of alternative card ideas. If you would like to see all my alternatives this month, check out the playlist here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL40dV1oxpkNn5ahdYBdt92pbTIg2OGPFb

Don't miss out on next month’s Paper Pumpkin Kit - subscribe today!

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———————— My Favorite Supplies ————————

• Stampin' Seal+ [149699] —— https://bit.ly/3Ibz8YK

• Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755] —— https://bit.ly/3IaGF9S

• Tear & Tape Adhesive [138995] —— https://bit.ly/3ajQSo5

• Stampin' Dimensionals [104430] —— https://bit.ly/3IbzezA

• Mini Glue Dots [103683] $7.25 —— https://bit.ly/3anAcw3

• Stampin' Pierce Mat [126199] —— https://bit.ly/3IjEq4d

• Simply Shammy [147042] —— https://bit.ly/3bQH7hE

• Paper Snips [103579] —— https://bit.ly/3ulT6tV

• Take Your Pick [144107] —— https://bit.ly/3IeYxR9

• Bone Folder [102300] —— https://bit.ly/3uhErzZ

• Clear Block D [118485] —— https://bit.ly/3uuabSs

• Paper Trimmer [152392] —— https://bit.ly/3abvykH

• Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [149653] —— https://bit.ly/3ujz8zU

Brown Hills Card

Thick Basic White Cardbase – 5 ½” x 8 ½” scored at 4 ¼”

Crumb Cake Cardstock – 3-7/8” x 5-1/8”

Basic White Cardstock – 1 ½” Circle

Lost Lagoon Envelope (front) – Kit

Old Olive Cardstock – scrap for die cut

Smooth Hill Blue Vellum – Kit

Brown Hill – Kit

Mossy Meadow Vellum Hill – Kit


1- Trim the Lost Lagoon Envelope Front to 3 ¾” x 5”. Trim the Blue Hill Die Cut to 3 ¾”. Add the Soft Blue Vellum Hill about 1” from the top of the Envelope piece.

2- Stamp the Flying Birds image in Misty Moonlight above the Blue Hill.


3- Trim the Brown Hill to remove the area we used for a past alternative. It should be about 1-3/8” from the tallest point. Trim the length down to 3 ¾”. Add below the Blue Hill.

4- Trim the Mossy Meadow Vellum Hill to 3 ¾” and add below the Brown Hill with about ¾” space of Lost Lagoon Envelope showing at the bottom. Add everything to a piece of Crumb Cake Cardstock that is 3-7/8” x 5-1/8”. Add this to the center of the cardbase with dimensionals.


5- Cut a Fern Die Cut from the Merry Tags & More Dies in Old Olive Cardstock. Separate each “branch” so you can straighten out the “trunk”. Trim off the bottom to be flat and add to the right side of the card so the bottom edge matches with the bottom edge of the Mossy Meadow Vellum piece.


6- Stamp your greeting in Misty Moonlight on a 1 ½” Circle in Basic White Cardstock. Create a double faux bow on the back with about 18” of Linen Thread. Add to the left of the Old Olive tree with dimensionals.


7- Cut a couple Leaves from the Hugs Abloom Dies in any green or brown die cuts leftover from the kit. Tuck them behind the greeting.

All Done!

 

 



Pink & Yellow Flowers Card

Thick Basic White Cardbase – 5 ½” x 8 ½” scored at 4 ¼”

Misty Moonlight Cardstock – 3-7/8” x 5-1/8”

Flirty Flamingo Cardstock – ¼” x 3 ¾”

Daffodil Delight Cardstock - scraps

Petal Pink Envelope (front) – Kit

Angled Blue Vellum Hill – Kit

Lost Lagoon Hill – Kit

Large White Greeting Label – Kit

Small White Greeting Label - Kit


1- Trim the Petal Pink Envelope front to 3 ¾” x 5”.

2- With one Night of Navy Stampin’ Blend Marker draw lines that mimic the shape of the Blue Vellum Hill.


3- Add the Blue Vellum Hill on top of the Lost Lagoon Hill with about ½” showing of the Lost Lagoon Hill at the bottom. Add this to the center of the Petal Pink Envelope piece.


4- Adhere a ¼” strip of Flirty Flamingo Cardstock across the bottom of the Blue Vellum piece and trim off any over hang. Add everything to the Misty Moonlight 3-7/8” x 5-1/8” piece and then to the Cardbase with dimensionals.


5- On the Large Greeting Label stamp “I Love You” in Petal Pink ink all the way down. Use the ink pad to add a little distressing on the sides.

6- On the Small Greeting Label stamp “I love you” in Flirty Flamingo in the center. Angle the ends and add to the center of the Large Label.

7- On the Back of the Greetings add 12” of Flirty Flamingo Baker’s Twine in a faux bow. I like the look of it frayed so I separated some pieces, but you don’t have to if you don’t want it. Add everything to the card on the right of center with dimensionals.


8- Cut out some leaves with the Hugs Abloom Die Cuts from any leftover blue or green pieces from the kit. Envelope flaps are best for this. Tuck them behind the greeting.


9- With a small flower punch or die cut, cut out 3 flower from Petal Pink Envelope paper (any leftover pieces will work). You can add more color by tapping them in Petal Pink or Flirty Flamingo (or both) ink pads. Use a Stylus to add dimension (see alternative cards #1 - https://creativechelsey.blogspot.com/2025/06/add-beautiful-floral-elements-to-your.html) Add these around the greeting.


10- Cut out three small circles with a large hole punch and add them to the center of the flowers. Add 3-5 Rhinestones.

All Done!

 

 


 

I have also created a video walking you through each step.

 

To purchase any Stampin’ Up! products please visit

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Have a creative day!

Chelsey

chelsey@creativechelsey.com

Wednesday, June 11, 2025

Make Your Own Shadow Tree Focal Point - May 2025 Paper Pumpkin Alternative Card Ideas - Stampin' Up!

Welcome to Paper Pumpkin Week here on Creative Chelsey. Today I am sharing another beautiful set of alternatives cards ideas you can make with supplies from the May 2025 Paper Pumpkin Kit called Mountain Majesties.

The cards in this kit have beautiful mountain scenes. The kit makes a total of 9 cards 3 of three different designs with coordinating envelopes.


For my fourth set of alternatives I am showing two cards you can make with the envelopes from the kit. I also wanted to try my hand at making my own Shadow Tree for the focal point on one of my cards. I love how easy it is to add this element giving you more options for designing.

If you would like to watch me unbox the kit and make the original cards visit this playlist -  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL40dV1oxpkNn5ahdYBdt92pbTIg2OGPFb

Each month I take the contents from the paper pumpkin kits and make alternative projects. My cards are easy to follow and can be made by both experienced or new paper crafter. You may need just a couple other products to complete them. You can follow along with me using supplies you already have or purchase any products you see me use from my online store. A full supply list is below or on my blog – www.creativechelsey.com

I also want to mention the amazing perks you can receive when you subscribe to Paper Pumpkin with me as your demonstrator. With every Paper Pumpkin Stamp Set & Ink Spot sent, I design a card and mail out my very own card kit to my subscribers so they can make two of my exclusive card design. These cards so fun and show new ways to use stamps & ink. We also meet once each month to make the card together, chat & have fun.

*PLUS I have joined with other Stampin’ Up! Demonstrators to design 7-10 more alternative ideas in a PDF Tutorial (includes photos & instructions). My subscribers receive this PDF Tutorial along with an Exclusively Designed Card Kit, all for FREE! If you would also like to receive this extra perk, sign up for paper pumpkin using the link below and make sure to select me as your demonstrator.

If you are interested in getting your own paper pumpkin subscription, please use this link to subscribe -  https://www.stampinup.com/products/paper-pumpkin-subscription/?demoid=2042902

If this project inspires you to create something, I would love for you to tag me in any social media post using @creativechelsey | #creativechelsey or email me at chelsey@creativechelsey.com.

If you would like to see written instructions or close up images of these cards please visit my blog -

It is Paper Pumpkin Week here on Creative Chelsey. This is my fourth set of alternative card ideas. If you would like to see all my alternatives this month, check out the playlist here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL40dV1oxpkNn5ahdYBdt92pbTIg2OGPFb

Don't miss out on next month’s Paper Pumpkin Kit - subscribe today!

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———————— My Favorite Supplies ————————

• Stampin' Seal+ [149699] —— https://bit.ly/3Ibz8YK

• Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755] —— https://bit.ly/3IaGF9S

• Tear & Tape Adhesive [138995] —— https://bit.ly/3ajQSo5

• Stampin' Dimensionals [104430] —— https://bit.ly/3IbzezA

• Mini Glue Dots [103683] $7.25 —— https://bit.ly/3anAcw3

• Stampin' Pierce Mat [126199] —— https://bit.ly/3IjEq4d

• Simply Shammy [147042] —— https://bit.ly/3bQH7hE

• Paper Snips [103579] —— https://bit.ly/3ulT6tV

• Take Your Pick [144107] —— https://bit.ly/3IeYxR9

• Bone Folder [102300] —— https://bit.ly/3uhErzZ

• Clear Block D [118485] —— https://bit.ly/3uuabSs

• Paper Trimmer [152392] —— https://bit.ly/3abvykH

• Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [149653] —— https://bit.ly/3ujz8zU

Shadow Tree Card

Thick Basic White Cardbase – 5 ½” x 8 ½” scored at 4 ¼”

Basic White Cardstock – scraps for tree & label

Smoky Slate Cardstock – scrap for greeting

Lost Lagoon Envelope – Kit

Large Mountain and Trees Die Cut – Kit


1- Begin by trimming off the folded edges from the Lost Lagoon Envelope. This will give you two pieces – the front and back. For this card we will be using the back piece. Trim off the double layered pieces so the middle section is 4-1/8”. Add this to the top of the cardbase with a small border around the left, top & right sides. The curved edge will be hidden under the mountain & tree die cut.


2- Trim the Mountain and Tree Die Cut down to 4-1/8”. Then add it to the bottom half of the cardbase with adhesive along the bottom edge only.

3- Stamp the Bird Images in Misty Moonlight in the sky above the mountains. Then add some dimensionals under the mountains to make them pop.


4- Cut out a Label using the Hugs Abloom Dies from Basic White Cardstock. Add this to the center of the Mountains where they meet the water.


5- With a Basic Black Stampin’ Write Marker create your own Shadow Tree. Start with a small point at the top and then gradually move straight down making uneven branches coming from the “trunk”. You will want something tall and skinny about 3 ½” tall by 2” at the widest part. Fussy cut out. Add to the right side of the card over lapping the right of the Label.


6- Stamp your greeting in Memento Black Ink on Smoky Slate Cardstock and trim down to fit. Add to the center of the White Label.

7- Add 3-5 Basic Rhinestones.

All Done!




Misty Moonlight Card

Misty Moonlight Cardbase – 5 ½” x 8 ½” scored at 4 ¼”

Basic White Cardstock – 1” x 2”

Misty Moonlight Envelope – Kit

Large Tree Die – Kit

Blue & Black Hill Die – Kit


1- Begin by trimming off the folded edges from the Misty Moonlight Envelope. This will give you two pieces – the front and back. For this card we will be using the front piece. Trim to 4” x 5 ¼”.

2- Splatter with Misty Moonlight Ink. You can use a Stampin’ Write Marker or Add this to the top of the cardbase with an even border around the sides.


3- Trim the Blue & Black Hill Die Cut to 4” and adhere along the bottom of the Envelope Paper with the adhesive along the bottom edge only.

4- Tuck the Large Tree Die Cut under the Blue & Black Hills on the left, with dimensionals at the top and liquid adhesive along the bottom.


5- Stamp your greeting in Misty Moonlight on the 1” x 2” Basic White piece. Add adhesive to the back. Wrap White Baker’s Twine around your hand a couple times. Cut and separate the strands. Create a couple loops with each stand and adhere them to the back of the greeting. Add the greeting to the right area near the trees with dimensionals.

6- Add 3-5 Rhinestones.

All Done!

 

 

 

I have also created a video walking you through each step.

 

To purchase any Stampin’ Up! products please visit

https://www.stampinup.com?demoid=2042902

 

Have a creative day!

Chelsey

chelsey@creativechelsey.com

Monday, June 9, 2025

Two Panel Alternative Card Ideas for May 2025 Paper Pumpkin Kit - Mountain Majesties - Stampin' Up!

Welcome to Paper Pumpkin Week here on Creative Chelsey. Today I am sharing another beautiful set of alternatives cards ideas you can make with supplies from the May 2025 Paper Pumpkin Kit called Mountain Majesties.

The cards in this kit have beautiful mountain scenes. The kit makes a total of 9 cards 3 of three different designs with coordinating envelopes.


For my third set of alternatives I am showing two different panel cards. I love how easy it is to pop up a piece of the card front to give it extra emphasis. I hope you enjoy this tutorials and try panel cards on your next project.

If you would like to watch me unbox the kit and make the original cards visit this playlist -  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL40dV1oxpkNn5ahdYBdt92pbTIg2OGPFb

Each month I take the contents from the paper pumpkin kits and make alternative projects. My cards are easy to follow and can be made by both experienced or new paper crafter. You may need just a couple other products to complete them. You can follow along with me using supplies you already have or purchase any products you see me use from my online store. A full supply list is below or on my blog – www.creativechelsey.com

I also want to mention the amazing perks you can receive when you subscribe to Paper Pumpkin with me as your demonstrator. With every Paper Pumpkin Stamp Set & Ink Spot sent, I design a card and mail out my very own card kit to my subscribers so they can make two of my exclusive card design. These cards so fun and show new ways to use stamps & ink. We also meet once each month to make the card together, chat & have fun.

*PLUS I have joined with other Stampin’ Up! Demonstrators to design 7-10 more alternative ideas in a PDF Tutorial (includes photos & instructions). My subscribers receive this PDF Tutorial along with an Exclusively Designed Card Kit, all for FREE! If you would also like to receive this extra perk, sign up for paper pumpkin using the link below and make sure to select me as your demonstrator.

If you are interested in getting your own paper pumpkin subscription, please use this link to subscribe -  https://www.stampinup.com/products/paper-pumpkin-subscription/?demoid=2042902

If this project inspires you to create something, I would love for you to tag me in any social media post using @creativechelsey | #creativechelsey or email me at chelsey@creativechelsey.com.

If you would like to see written instructions or close up images of these cards please visit my blog -

It is Paper Pumpkin Week here on Creative Chelsey. This is my third set of alternative card ideas. If you would like to see all my alternatives this month, check out the playlist here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL40dV1oxpkNn5ahdYBdt92pbTIg2OGPFb

Don't miss out on next month’s Paper Pumpkin Kit - subscribe today!

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Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/creativechelsey

Or join my Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/2221750878097906

 

To purchase any of the products you need to create this project visit https://www.stampinup.com?demoid=2042902

 

———————— My Favorite Supplies ————————

• Stampin' Seal+ [149699] —— https://bit.ly/3Ibz8YK

• Multipurpose Liquid Glue [110755] —— https://bit.ly/3IaGF9S

• Tear & Tape Adhesive [138995] —— https://bit.ly/3ajQSo5

• Stampin' Dimensionals [104430] —— https://bit.ly/3IbzezA

• Mini Glue Dots [103683] $7.25 —— https://bit.ly/3anAcw3

• Stampin' Pierce Mat [126199] —— https://bit.ly/3IjEq4d

• Simply Shammy [147042] —— https://bit.ly/3bQH7hE

• Paper Snips [103579] —— https://bit.ly/3ulT6tV

• Take Your Pick [144107] —— https://bit.ly/3IeYxR9

• Bone Folder [102300] —— https://bit.ly/3uhErzZ

• Clear Block D [118485] —— https://bit.ly/3uuabSs

• Paper Trimmer [152392] —— https://bit.ly/3abvykH

• Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine [149653] —— https://bit.ly/3ujz8zU

Side Panel

Thick Basic White Cardbase – 5 ½” x 8 ½” scored at 4 ¼”

Basic White Cardstock – scrap for greeting

Mossy Meadow Cardstock – scraps for die cuts

Linen Thread – 22” & 10”

Pink, Blue & Green Card Front – Kit


1- Trim the front of the Pink, Blue & Green Cardbase to 4 ¼” x 5-3/8” make sure to cut along the score line. Then cut the left side to 2 ¾” x 5-3/8”.

2- Emboss the right side with your choice of embossing folder. I used So Swirly. Add this piece to the right side of the cardbase with a small border on the top, right & bottom edges.


3- Cut out two Pine Bough Leaves (Merry Tags & More Dies) from Mossy Meadow Cardstock. Separate the leaf sections so you can straighten out the center to make them look like trees. You may also want to slightly bend each leaf so they are more horizontal. Add them along the bottom edge of the 2 ¾” piece at different heights and trim off the bottom.  

4- Stamp your greeting on Basic White Cardstock in Misty Moonlight and cut out with the label from the Hugs Abloom Dies. Add about ¾” from the top with dimensionals.

5- Wrap 22” of Linen Thread twice below the tag. Tie a single knot and lay a 10” piece of linen thread across the knot and tie a second knot on top. Even out the ends and with both strands tie a double bow.

6- Add this panel to the left side of the cardbase with dimensionals. Make sure it lines up with the embossed panel and has even borders all the way around the card.

All Done!

Center Panel

Thick Basic White Cardstock – 5 ½” x 8 ½” scored at 4 ¼”

Basic White Cardstock – scrap for greeting & 2 ¼” x 3 ½”

Petal Pink Cardstock – 3” x 3”

Pink, Brown & Blue Card Front – Kit

Brown Hill Die Cut – Kit

Blue Envelope – Kit


1- Cut the Pink, Brown & Blue Cardbase to 4-1/8” x 5-3/8”.

2- Remove the center of this piece with a 1” border all the way around. You can use a rectangle die cut or your paper trimmer. Steps with a paper trimmer: Line up the right edge of your paper with the 1” mark on the right side of the trim line. Begin your cut with your Cutting blade in the center of your paper and cut up to 1” and down to either 3-1/8” or 4-3/8” (depending if you are cutting along the short or long edge) on the cutting arm of your paper trimmer. Lift up the cutting arm and rotate your paper and repeating the steps for all 4 sides.


3- Splatter brown ink over the frame (I used Pecan Pie Stampin’ Write Marker, but you could also use a ink refill or blend marker). Add to the front of the Thick Basic White Cardbase.


4- Distress the Left & Right sides of the 3” x 3” Petal Pink piece by tearing and rolling the cardstock. Add this to the center of the opening on the cardbase.

5- Layer the Basic White Cardstock piece under the Center Panel, there should be a small 1/16” border. Add this over the Petal Pink Cardstock and frame opening with dimensionals.


6- Cut out the Label from the Hugs Abloom Dies from the bottom of the Brown Hill Die Cut piece and add to the center of the panel with dimensionals.


7- Stamp your greeting on Basic White Cardstock in Misty Moonlight ink. I used Thanks from the Autumn Abundance September 2024 Paper Pumpkin Kit. Trim down to fit (1/2” x 1 ¾”).

8- Wrap Linen Thread around your hand three times and add to the back of the greeting. Add the greeting with dimensionals in the center of the Brown Label.


9- Cut out Leaves using the Hugs Abloom Dies from the Blue Envelope Flap and separate into two groups. Tuck one under the greeting on the top right and one under the Brown Label in the bottom left.

All Done!

 



I have also created a video walking you through each step.

 

To purchase any Stampin’ Up! products please visit

https://www.stampinup.com?demoid=2042902

 

Have a creative day!

Chelsey

chelsey@creativechelsey.com