Paper Pumpkin July 2016 What a Gem Alternative Project #1

The first alternative project I created is a birthday card for my friends and family with summer birthdays. I used a few stamp sets to create this project - Jar of Love, Labeler Alphabet, and What a Gem.

I love how these gems seem to spill right out of the jar! I used Real Red, Crushed Curry, Emerald Envy, Dapper Denim, and Elegant Eggplant to resemble rubies, topaz, emeralds, diamonds, and amethysts. Tempting Turquoise would also be a gorgeous addition!

I originally intended for this to be a birthday card. However, I really think this could be a thank you card. Change the inside sentiment to one from One Big Meaning, Flourishing Phrases, or Thankful Thoughts. You could even create a set of both birthday and thank you cards to give as a gift!

What other alternative projects have you made with this month's Paper Pumpkin Kit? I would love to see what you make!

Thanks for stopping by!
Beth

It’s Your Day to Sparkle Card Project Supply List
Stamps	Paper Pumpkin July 2016 What a Gem Jar of Love Labeler Alphabet
Paper	Dapper Denim Whisper White Crumb Cake
Ink	Basic Black Archival Real Red Crushed Curry Emerald Envy Elegant Eggplant Dapper Denim Smoky Slate
Embellishments	Basic Black Baker’s Twine Clear Wink of Stella Moroccan Nights Washi Tape
Tools	Stampin’ Trimmer Bone Folder Grid Paper Stampin’ Mist Cleaner Stampin’ Scrub Stampin’ Pierce Mat Paper Snips SNAIL Adhesive Acrylic Blocks A, B, and D Blender Pens
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Paper Pumpkin July 2016 What a Gem

Hooray! Hooray! My Paper Pumpkin Kit arrived in the mail! I love getting a present every month! Paper Pumpkin is like treating yourself to 12 birthdays a year! Each kit is a new surprise filled with all the stamps, ink, and paper you need to make an amazing project. All the prep work is done so you can skip to the fun!

This month's kit is called What a Gem. How cute is this?!?! These boxes would be terrific for a little present or filled with candy or chocolates. I bet a grouping of these boxes makes a great mobile, place cards, or scatter on the table for a party centerpiece. They almost look like mini piñatas too! Yay! The ideas are turning!

Not only are the boxes shaped like precious jewels but so are the stamps! They remind me of the gorgeous but retired Shine On Specialty DSP from the 2016 Occasions catalog.

You could stamp all of the gems randomly on a piece of Kraft cardstock and emboss them with silver or gold embossing powder to achieve a similar look! Lots of sparkle-y goodness!

Our next Paper Pumpkin Kit Club is Saturday, July 23rd from 1pm to 4pm. We will assemble and create alternative projects using the kit's supplies as well as additional Stampin' Up! products. Bring your kit and scissors. This event is free. However, please RSVP one week prior by text, phone, or email. I want to prepare enough refreshments for everyone.

Even if you are not a subscriber, come to our club meeting to see how fun Paper Pumpkin and sign up!

Thanks for stopping by!
Beth

Seaside Shore Shell Birthday Card

Say that three times fast! I created this birthday card using the same Seaside Shore stamp set as yesterday's card but with a softer color palette.

I love the sophisticated color palette of the By the Shore Designer Series Paper (DSP). It says seashore and beach-y using subtle, more subdued tones and without being too over the top. This color scheme is very relaxing too!

On the inside of the card, I sponged Sahara Sand and gold Wink of Stella again. The gold Wink of Stella really enhances the sandy look!

This is a perfect card for a summertime birthday or for anyone who loves the ocean! I would love to see what you make with the Seaside Shore stamp set and Product Suite!

Thanks for stopping by!
Beth

Seaside Shore Shell Birthday Card Project Supply List
Stamps	Seaside Shore Balloon Celebration
Paper	Dapper Denim Very Vanilla By the Shore DSP
Ink	Basic Black Archival Sahara Sand Calypso Coral Mint Macaron Dapper Denim Crumb Cake
Embellishments	Gold Wink of Stella Linen Thread Stampin’ Dimensionals Dapper Denim Ruched Ribbon
Tools	Stampin’ Trimmer Bone Folder Grid Paper Stampin’ Mist Cleaner Stampin’ Scrub Stampin’ Pierce Mat Paper Snips Acrylic Blocks A, B, and G Sponge 1-1/4” Circle Punch 1/8” Handheld Circle Punch
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Seaside Shore Stamp Set: Ahoy There!

I am really loving the new 2016-2017 Annual Catalog! Everything that I have ordered so far, I have absolutely adored! The Seaside Shore stamp set is no exception! Seaside Shore is great for summertime projects.

I made this cute porthole card using many of the stamps in this set. I embossed a 5-1/2" x 4-1/4" piece of Dapper Denim cardstock and a 3" x 5-1/2" piece of Whisper White cardstock with the new Seaside Texturized Impressions Embossing Folder (TIEF) to create the front panel. I was trying to capture how the view might be from a ship's porthole!

The fish scene started as a 3" square piece of Whisper White cardstock. I cut a 2-1/2" circle from scrap Whisper White cardstock to use as a mask to delineate the edges of the porthole and sponged around it with Soft Sky ink. That way I avoided stamping where it wouldn't show through the porthole. Next I sponged the sand with a torn sticky note, Sahara Sand ink, and gold Wink of Stella. Then I carefully swiped a tiny bit of Soft Sky ink across the upper part of the circle to create the illusion of water.

The inside of the card is stamped with the so cute hoping your day goes swimmingly sentiment and more of the sponged sand. I love puns like these!

I think this would be a great thinking of you card. I would even use this card for a child's birthday. My niece right now is head over heels for all things aquatic, especially sting rays! Too adorable!

Thanks for stopping by!
Beth

Seaside Shore Ahoy There Card Project Supply List
Stamps	Seaside Shore
Paper	Dapper Denim Smoky Slate Whisper White
Ink	Calypso Coral Crumb Cake Cucumber Crush Daffodil Delight Marker Dapper Denim Elegant Eggplant Sahara Sand Soft Sky Tempting Turquoise Marker
Embellishments	Gold Wink of Stella Rhinestones Stampin’ Dimensionals
Tools	Stampin’ Trimmer Bone Folder Grid Paper Stampin’ Mist Cleaner Stampin’ Scrub Paper Snips Stampin’ Pierce Mat Acrylic Blocks A, B, C, and D SNAIL Adhesive Big Shot Machine Layering Circles Framelits Sponge Seaside TIEF
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