Monday, August 17, 2026

How to Make Your Paper Pumpkin Envelope Paper POP! A June 2026 Paper Pumpkin Alternative Card

Welcome to Paper Pumpkin Alternative #5 using the June 2026 Bikes & Blooms Kit! This card is bright, colorful, and packed with fun little details.


For this design, I wanted to see if I could take the extra color I added to the envelope paper from my previous alternative and use it again to create another strong striped background. I love how the repeated color makes those stripes really pop!

The center of the card features a stamped floral pattern, layered cardstock pieces, and the adorable floral planter from the kit. I also added a faux bow behind the planter for a little extra texture without making the card too bulky.

This is a great card design for using up some of those smaller Paper Pumpkin pieces while creating a card that looks like you spent much more time on it than you actually did!


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Darling Duckling 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 165622 ]
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Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock [ 166780 ]
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Darling Duckling Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack [ 165288 ]
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Darling Duckling Classic Stampin' Pad [ 165277 ]
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Pecan Pie Classic Stampin' Pad [ 161665 ]
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Water Painters [ 168253 ]
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Measurements

Darling Duckling Cardbase - 5-1/2" x 8-1/2" scored at 4-1/4" (vertical)

Darling Duckling - 2" x 3-1/4"

Basic White - 1/2" x 2-1/4" & scraps for stamping

Yellow Stripe Envelope (front) - 4” x 5-1/4"

Linen Thread* - 8"

Pink Strip*

Green Strip*

Small Vertical Planter*

Card Assembly Instructions

1. Cut Apart the Envelope & Darken the Stripes

Start with one of the Yellow Stripe Envelopes from the kit. Instead of using the envelope as intended, carefully open it along the folded edges so you can use the patterned paper for cardmaking.

Trim the striped section to approximately 4” x 5-1/4" with the White Rectangle in the center.

The stripes on the envelope are pretty on their own, but I wanted to make them pop a little more. Use Light Darling Duckling Blend Marker and color in every other stripe. Then adhere it to the center of the card front with adhesive.

This is such an easy way to customize the patterned paper from the kit!

2. Prepare the Yellow Center Panel

Stamp in Darling Duckling ink the 4-Flower image randomly on the Darling Duckling 2” x 3-1/4" piece.

Add it to the center of the Stripes over the white rectangle with dimensionals.

The yellow helps break up all of the stripes and gives us a perfect area to add another fun technique.

Use a Water Painter Brush to mix Pecan Pie ink with a little water and Splatter over the card front. Let dry.

3. Add the Center Layers & Greeting

Adhere the Pink & Green patterned paper strips across the Darling Duckling cardstock at angles. Place them below the center line. I used the different patterns to create contrast.

Stamp "Thank you" in Pecan Pie ink to the 1/2" Basic White strip. Trim the ends into a banner shape.

Place the greeting between the pink and green strips and extending beyond their edges on the right side. Use Dimensionals to lift the greeting slightly from the background. This helps it stand out while also tying all of the horizontal layers together.

4. Create the Faux Bow

One of my favorite little details on this card is the faux bow behind the planter.

Place a piece of adhesive (glue dot or tear & tape) where you want the center of the bow to be.

Adhere the center of 8” LInen Thread to the adhesive and create a loop with each end securing it to the adhesive. You will be positioning the planter over the top to hide the center of the twine, giving the appearance of a bow tucked behind the floral arrangement.

5. Add the Planter & Butterfly Embellishments

Stamp the 4-Flower image in Calypso Coral ink and fussy cut out. Adhere it to the Planter with glue dots. Make sure to add it below the leaves so you don’t cover them all up.

Place the floral planter toward the left side of the center layers. You can tuck it under the greeting a little if needed. I used Stampin' Dimensionals to give the planter some lift from the card.

Add 2 Silver Butterflies above the planter if you want.

Watch the Video Tutorial

In my YouTube video, I'll show you how I created this Bikes & Blooms Alternative #5 from start to finish.

I'll demonstrate:

●     How to use the striped envelope paper as cardmaking paper

●     How to repeat the color application to create stronger stripes

●     How to create the subtle stamped floral pattern in the center

●     How to layer the patterned paper pieces

●     How to build the floral planter

●     How to create the faux bow behind the planter

●     How to add the final greeting and dimension

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.

Have a creative day,
Chelsey


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Sunday, August 16, 2026

June 2026 Paper Pumpkin Alternative #4 | Envelope Background + Stamping Technique

Welcome to Paper Pumpkin Alternative #4 using the June 2026 Bikes & Blooms Kit! This card is a great example of how you can take one of the patterned envelopes from your Paper Pumpkin Kit and turn it into a beautiful card background.


For this design, I used the stripe pattern from one of the envelopes as the main background. I love the soft, pink stripes, but I wanted them to have a little more visual impact, so I used ink to darken the stripes and make the pattern stand out.

The other fun technique on this card is the triple-generation stamping on the flowers. Using just Calypso Coral ink, I was able to create three different shades simply by stamping the image multiple times without re-inking. It's an easy technique that gives the flowers so much dimension!

And, of course, I had to add some of those adorable little flowers and leaves from the kit to create a full floral basket.



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Measurements

Barely Blush Cardbase - 5-1/2" x 8-1/2" scored at 4-1/4" (vertical)

Basic White - scrap for stamping

Linen Thread* - 18"

Small Planter Die Cut*

Pink Stripe Envelope (Front) - 3-3/4" x 5”

Silver Butterfly Embellishments - 2

Card Assembly Instructions


1. Cut Apart the Envelope & Darken the Stripes

Start with one of the Pink Stripe Envelopes from the kit. Instead of using the envelope as intended, carefully open it along the folded edges so you can use the patterned paper for cardmaking.

Trim the striped section to approximately 3-3/4" x 5" with the White Rectangle in the center.

The stripes on the envelope are pretty on their own, but I wanted to make them pop a little more. Use Light Calypso Coral Blend Marker and color in every other stripe.

This is such an easy way to customize the patterned paper from the kit!


2. Add A Darker Border & Greeting to the Center

I used the Crisp Cantalope Shimmer Brush to add a thin dark border around the White Rectangle in the center of the stripe pattern.

Don’t worry if your lines are not perfectly straight. This pattern has a hand drawn look.

Stamp your greeting in Calypso Coral ink in the top half of the White Rectangle.


3. Splatter

Add the Stripe Envelope piece to the front of the cardbase with dimensionals.

Cover the greeting with a small piece of paper or sticky note. This will keep the splatter off the area around the greeting.

Splatter with Dark Calypso Coral Blend Marker to give more texture to the background.

Remove the paper covering the greeting.

Triple-Generation Stamping


4. Stamp the Flowers

Now for my favorite technique on this card!

Using the 5 flower stamp from the Bikes & Blooms stamp set and Calypso Coral ink, we're going to create three different shades using just one ink pad.

This is called generation stamping or second- and third-generation stamping.

Here's how it works:

First generation:
 Ink your stamp and stamp it directly onto your Basic White cardstock scrap. This gives you the darkest and most intense shade of Calypso Coral.

Second generation:
 Without re-inking the stamp, add a warm breath to activate the leftover ink and stamp the image a second time. You'll get a lighter shade.

Third generation:
Repeat, stamping the image a third time without adding more ink. Make sure to add a warm breath, this will help the last of the ink come off the stamp. This gives you an even softer shade. If this color is too light for you - you can use Barley Blush ink or another light pink color.

The result is a beautiful assortment of flowers that look like you used several different ink colors—but you only needed one ink pad!


5. Add Details to the Small Planter Die Cut

Stamp the same 5-Flower Image in Calypso Coral matching the openings to the Small Planter Die Cut.

Fussy cut out a couple flowers from each shade of Calypso Coral you stamped in step 4. I cut out the two largest from the dark shade, two largest from the medium shade, and the three

Add the individually cut flowers with glue dots to the Small Planter Die Cut to create a larger floral arrangement.

I especially love how the different shades of Calypso Coral work together. The darker flowers draw your eye in, while the lighter flowers help fill out the arrangement.


6. Create the Bow & add Butterflies

Adhere the Small Planter to the bottom half of the White Rectangle with dimensionals in the center.

Cut (2) 9” strands of Linen Thread. Wrap them around two fingers and attach the two loops and one end to a glue dot.

Tuck the glue dot under the Small Planter Die Cut to create a half-double bow.

Repeat with the second strand and place on the opposite side of the first strand completing the bow look.

Add 2 Silver Butterfly Embellishments from the kit, if you want.

My Favorite Techniques on This Card

🧡 Darkening Patterned Paper

Don't be afraid to alter the patterned papers and envelopes in your Paper Pumpkin Kit!

The pink stripes were already beautiful, but adding a little Calypso Coral ink made them richer and helped them coordinate even better with the stamped flowers.

It's a simple way to make the kit's supplies work with the exact look you're trying to create.

🌸 Triple-Generation Stamping

This is one of my favorite easy stamping techniques because you can get three different shades from one ink pad.

With Calypso Coral, the darkest first-generation impression gives you a bold flower, while the second- and third-generation impressions create softer shades.

It makes the floral arrangement look much more varied without needing several ink colors.

🌿 Layering Small Pieces

Those little flowers and leaves might seem like tiny pieces, but they can make a BIG difference!

Layering them around the basket gives the focal point fullness and dimension.

Watch the Video Tutorial

In my YouTube video, I'll show you exactly how I created this card, including how to:

●       Turn the Bikes & Blooms envelope into patterned cardmaking paper

●       Darken the stripes with ink

●       Use triple-generation stamping

●       Get three shades of Calypso Coral from one ink pad

●       Layer the little flowers and leaves

●       Assemble the floral basket and finish the card

So grab your June 2026 Bikes & Blooms Paper Pumpkin Kit and craft along with me!

Happy Crafting! 🌸🚲

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.

Have a creative day,
Chelsey

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