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:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL40dV1oxpkNl4xaWqLcI0lmyqerzajmin

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.

And don’t forget — when you subscribe to Paper Pumpkin with me, you receive exclusive perks, including:
✨ A card kit I design and mail to you every month
✨ A monthly crafting night with my subscribers
✨ A FREE 7–10 project PDF tutorial created by myself and other talented Stampin’ Up! demonstrators

If you’d like these bonus perks, sign up for Paper Pumpkin here and select me as your demonstrator:
https://www.stampinup.com/products/paper-pumpkin-subscription/?demoid=2042902

If this project inspires you, please tag me at @creativechelsey | #creativechelsey or email me at chelsey@creativechelsey.com.

It’s Paper Pumpkin Week here on Creative Chelsey—this is my last alternative idea from the Cozy Christmas kit! To see all my alternatives this month, visit the full playlist:

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL40dV1oxpkNl4xaWqLcI0lmyqerzajmin

———————— Supplies ————————

Add All to Cart

———————— 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

———————— 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:

To purchase Stampin’ Up! supplies you need for this project, please visit:
https://www.stampinup.com?demoid=2042902

Have a creative day!
Chelsey
chelsey@creativechelsey.com

Saturday, November 22, 2025

Paper Pumpkin October 2025 Alternative Card Tutorial | Create Your Own Enamel Looking “JOY” Detail

Welcome to Paper Pumpkin Week here on Creative Chelsey! Thanks for joining me today as I share another beautiful Alternative Card Idea you can make with the October 2025 Paper Pumpkin Kit – Cozy Christmas.

This card features a warm and rustic holiday look with layered greenery, soft textured stamping, and a bold “JOY” focal point. I love how the different foliage pieces from the kit combine with simple cardstock die-cuts to create a cheerful and dimensional Christmas design.

If you want to see me unbox this kit and make the original cards, check out the playlist here:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL40dV1oxpkNl4xaWqLcI0lmyqerzajmin

Each month I create several alternate projects using only the Paper Pumpkin kit plus a few additional basic supplies. They’re quick, fun, and perfect for all skill levels. A full supply list is below.

I also want to remind you of the creative perks my Paper Pumpkin subscribers enjoy each month. I design an exclusive card and mail out a card kit so they can make two of my designs using the included stamp set and ink spot. We also meet monthly to craft together, talk, and have fun!

PLUS—subscribers receive a FREE 7–10 project PDF tutorial created in collaboration with other talented demonstrators.

If you’d like these extras, sign up using the link below and select me as your demonstrator:
https://www.stampinup.com/products/paper-pumpkin-subscription/?demoid=2042902

If this project inspires you, tag me on social media @creativechelsey | #creativechelsey, or email me at chelsey@creativechelsey.com

Don’t miss next month’s Paper Pumpkin Kit—subscribe today!
https://www.stampinup.com/products/paper-pumpkin-subscription/?demoid=2042902

———————— Supplies ————————

Add All to Cart

———————— Measurements ————————

Basic Beige Cardbase - 5 1/2" x 8 1/2" scored at 4 1/4"
Beige Envelope Front – 4" x 5 1/4"
Brown Envelope Flap – Tag Die Cut
Granny Apple Green Cardstock – 3 Leaf Die Cuts
Darling Duckling Cardstock – 3 Sprig Die Cuts
Any Red Color Cardstock – JOY Die Cut
Basic Beige Ornament – KIT
Tree Row leftover pieces – KIT
Baker’s Twine - Vanilla

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

1- Use the Cutting Guide https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mAji1pYr_nlLOa1tyCgBiMo9vG6MuyvS/view?usp=sharing to cut the Beige Envelope Front to 4" x 5 1/4".

2– Stamp the snowflake images over the background using Pecan Pie ink using the stamp off - stamp on technique to get a lighter color.

3– Distress the edges by gently curling or folding back each corner for a soft, worn look. Add to the Basic Beige Cardbase with adhesive.

4– Die Cut the Tag from the Abundant Joy Dies from the flap section of the envelpe. Add to the center of the cardbase with dimensionals.

5– Begin creating the foliage arrangement:

Add lefoter pieces from the Tree Row Die Cuts, tucking them behind the tag - I used 4 total.

Layer the Granny Apple Green Leaf Die Cuts

Add the Darling Duckling Sprigs

Fussy cut the last of the Basic Beige Ornament the last of the green velvet kit pieces to fill in as needed

6– Cut the JOY Die Cut from any Red Cardstock - I thought I used Real Red, but I might have used Poppy Parade. Keep in mind after your add the Clear Embossing it will be a little darker than the original color.

Add Versamark ink to the top by pressing it into the ink pad (only do half at a time).

Add an even amount of Clear Embossing Powder and remove excess.

Heat with Heat Tool until shiny.

Then repeat on the other side. Add to the center of the tag with Dimensionals.

7– Tie a small bow from Vanilla Baker’s Twine inside the hole of the tag.

8– Optional: Add embellishments or a white panel inside for writing.

All done!

To purchase any Stampin’ Up! products you need to create this project, please visit:
https://www.stampinup.com?demoid=2042902

Here is the video Tutorial:

Have a creative day!
Chelsey
chelsey@creativechelsey.com

Wednesday, November 19, 2025

12 Days of Crafting: Join My Advent Calendar Cardmaking Class!

Join Me for a Fun & Festive Online Cardmaking Class!

I’m so excited to invite you to a special online class featuring the brand-new 12 Days of Crafting Advent Calendar Kit from Stampin’ Up!

Create 12 Handmade Cards with the 12 Days of Crafting Advent Calendar Kit from Stampin’ Up! These cards are NOT Holiday Themed. Get a jump start on your 2026 cards with your choice of Birthday, Thanks, Thinking of You & more greetings with versatlie images great for any occasion.

This class is all about fun, creativity, and surprise—perfect for kicking off December in the most fun way.

💻 Where & When We’ll Meet

We’ll meet each weekday (Monday–Friday) from December 1–16,
🕛 12:00 PM (Noon) Mountain Time
📍 via a Private Facebook Group or Private YouTube link—your choice!

If you can’t join live, no worries! Replays will be available for you to watch anytime.

✂️ What We’ll Be Making

Each weekday from December 1–16, we’ll gather together online to open that day’s surprise from the advent calendar kit and create one handmade card inspired by the item inside. By the end of the class, you’ll complete 12 beautiful cards—all unique and all crafted with your own special touch!

Here is a list of the supplies needed for this class:

12 Days of Crafting Advent Calendar Kit - https://www.stampinup.com/products/12-days-of-crafting-advent-calendar-english?demoid=2042902

🌟Cardstock – 1 sheet unless otherwise specified:

Crumb Cake

Crushed Curry

Flirty Flamingo

Lemon Lolly

Misty Moonlight

Old Olive

Secret Sea

Smoky Slate

Soft Sea Foam

Thick Basic White

Clear Envelope – 1

Basic Beige – 2 sheets

Basic White – 2 sheets or lots of scraps

Cloud Cover – 2 sheets

Petal Pink – 2 sheets

🌟Ink Pads & Coloring Options:

Basic Beige

Crushed Curry

Flirty Flamingo

Old Olive

Petal Pink

Secret Sea

White Craft Ink Refill

VersaMark

Darling Duckling Stampin’ Blend Marker

🌟Tools:

Blending Brushes

Water Painter or Paintbrush

White Embossing Powder

Heat Tool

Stylish Shapes Dies – substitution sizes below:

Square sizes: 2 ½” x 2 ½” | 3” x 3”

Circle sizes: 3” | 2 ½” | 1 ¾”

Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine

Any Embossing Folder – Forever Plaid

Paper Trimmer

Scissors

Adhesives: Liquid Glue, Dimensionals, Glue Dots, Tear & Tape, Repositionable Tape

🌟You can purchase any of the above items from my Stampin' Up Online Store - https://www.stampinup.com/?demoid=2042902

(Please note: No separate class kits will be provided.)

🎁 How to Join the Class

You have two options:

✨ OPTION 1: FREE CLASS

Purchase the 12 Days of Crafting Advent Calendar Kit through me, and the entire class is FREE! You will be automatically enrolled and receive an email with all the class details, Facebook Group link & more.

✨ OPTION 2: CLASS-ONLY ACCESS — $15

If you already have the kit or prefer not to purchase it through me, you can join the class for just $15. Please fill out this google form (link below) and a PayPal invoice will be sent to your email address. Once payment is complete you will recieve an email with all the class details, Facebook Group link & more.

https://forms.gle/DcGcwjHozgiVRDdz6

🎉 Why You’ll Love This Class

Daily surprises + cardmaking = magic
Easy-to-follow instruction perfect for beginners and seasoned crafters
Craft at your own pace with access to replays
A fun way to make time for creativity during the busy holiday season
A warm, friendly community of fellow crafters

🎄 Reserve Your Spot!

Whether you’re looking for creative inspiration, wanting to craft alongside friends, or simply excited to open a daily crafty surprise—this class is for you!

I can’t wait to craft with you this December and make the holiday season extra special.

Have a creative day,

Chelsey

Monday, November 17, 2025

Upgrade Your October 2025 Paper Pumpkin Cozy Christmas Kit with this Alternative Card Idea

Welcome to Paper Pumpkin Week here on Creative Chelsey! I’m so glad you’re here as I share another beautiful Alternative Card Idea you can make with supplies from the October 2025 Paper Pumpkin Kit – Cozy Christmas.

The original cards in this kit are quick and festive, but I love finding ways to take the pieces even further. Today’s alternative project features a warm, earthy Christmas look using ferns, flowers, and soft neutrals. This card layers stamped textures with delicate die cuts for a cozy, detailed holiday design.

If you’d like to watch me unbox the kit and see the original cards, check out the playlist here:

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL40dV1oxpkNl4xaWqLcI0lmyqerzajmin

Each month I create multiple alternative ideas using the contents of the Paper Pumpkin kit plus a few basic supplies. These ideas are fun, easy to follow, and perfect for crafters of any level. You can use supplies from your kit or pick up anything extra from my online store. A full supply list is below.

I also want to remind you of the exclusive perks my Paper Pumpkin subscribers receive each month. I design a special card and send them an exclusive card kit so they can create two of my design using the stamp set and ink spot from the Paper Pumpkin Kit. We also meet once a month to craft together and have a fun.

PLUS—my subscribers get a bonus 7–10 project PDF Tutorial created in collaboration with other talented Stampin’ Up! demonstrators. This is completely FREE with your subscription!

If you’d like these perks, subscribe to Paper Pumpkin using the link below and be sure to select me as your demonstrator:

https://www.stampinup.com/products/paper-pumpkin-subscription/?demoid=2042902

If this project inspires you, tag me on social media @creativechelsey | #creativechelsey or email me at chelsey@creativechelsey.com

Don’t miss out on next month’s Paper Pumpkin Kit—subscribe today!
SUBSCRIBE to Paper Pumpkin:
https://www.stampinup.com/products/paper-pumpkin-subscription/?demoid=2042902

Product List

Add All to Cart

———————— 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

Get the Cutting Guide for all my alternatives here!

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

———————— Measurements ————————

Pecan Pie Cardbase – 5 ½” x 8 ½” scored at 4 ¼”

Basic Beige Pattern Cardbase KIT – 4 1/8” x 5 3/8”

Red Pattern Cardbase KIT – 3 Flower Die Cuts

Green Pattern Cardbase KIT – 3 Fern Die Cuts

Green Velvet Fern Branches KIT – Leftover Pieces

Rectangle Label – KIT

Basic Beige Ornament – KIT (cut out snowflakes for embellishments)

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

1- Use the Cutting Guide https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mAji1pYr_nlLOa1tyCgBiMo9vG6MuyvS/view?usp=sharing to cut and gather the pieces from the cardbases.

2- Stamp the star and snowflake images in Pecan Pie ink onto the left side of the Basic Beige piece using Pecan Pie ink.

3- Add light ink splatters by tapping the Pecan Pie Stampin’ Blend Marker over the cardstock.

4- Adhere the finished Basic Beige Pattern piece to the center of the Pecan Pie Cardbase.

5- Stamp “Deck the Halls” in Early Espresso ink on the Rectangle Label.

6- Add Twine loops to the back of the stamped label with about 24” of any color twine – I used Gold. Adhere it with Tear & Tape. Then add the label to the cardbase with dimensionals.

7- Begin building the arrangement around the greeting:

Add the Green Pattern Cardbase Fern Die Cuts and the Green Velvet Fern Branches to the top left & bottom right corners.

Add the Red Flower Die Cuts near the branches with dimensionals.

From the Basic Beige Ornament, cut out the three small snowflake designs add them near the red flowers with glue dots.

9- Add additional embellishments to complete the look. I used the Low Profile Dots and placed the pink ones in the center of each Red Flower and the gold ones near the small snowflake details.

10- Optional: Add a Basic White panel inside for writing.

All done!

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

To purchase any Stampin’ Up! products you need for this project, please visit:

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

Have a creative day!

Chelsey

chelsey@creativechelsey.com

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Monday, November 24, 2025

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

———————— Supplies ————————

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

———————— Measurements ————————

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

Saturday, November 22, 2025

Paper Pumpkin October 2025 Alternative Card Tutorial | Create Your Own Enamel Looking “JOY” Detail

Don’t miss next month’s Paper Pumpkin Kit—subscribe today!https://www.stampinup.com/products/paper-pumpkin-subscription/?demoid=2042902

———————— Supplies ————————

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

———————— Measurements ————————

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

Wednesday, November 19, 2025

12 Days of Crafting: Join My Advent Calendar Cardmaking Class!

Join Me for a Fun & Festive Online Cardmaking Class!

I’m so excited to invite you to a special online class featuring the brand-new 12 Days of Crafting Advent Calendar Kit from Stampin’ Up!

💻 Where & When We’ll Meet

✂️ What We’ll Be Making

🎁 How to Join the Class

✨ OPTION 1: FREE CLASS

✨ OPTION 2: CLASS-ONLY ACCESS — $15

🎉 Why You’ll Love This Class

🎄 Reserve Your Spot!

Monday, November 17, 2025

Upgrade Your October 2025 Paper Pumpkin Cozy Christmas Kit with this Alternative Card Idea

Don’t miss out on next month’s Paper Pumpkin Kit—subscribe today!SUBSCRIBE to Paper Pumpkin:https://www.stampinup.com/products/paper-pumpkin-subscription/?demoid=2042902

Don’t miss next month’s Paper Pumpkin Kit—subscribe today!
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Don’t miss out on next month’s Paper Pumpkin Kit—subscribe today!
SUBSCRIBE to Paper Pumpkin:
https://www.stampinup.com/products/paper-pumpkin-subscription/?demoid=2042902