P is for Paper Pumpkin

Welcome to my ABC Card Series! Throughout this series I’ll be sharing a variety of cards for every occasion from A to Z! Want a quick & easy way to create fun cards & gifts? Paper Pumpkin is the way to go! I love getting my monthly Paper Pumpkin kits. I can take them with me when I travel for something to do in the hotel at night or while waiting for kids at practice, etc.  Every kit includes an exclusive stamp set, ink spot, supplies and projects instructions. I love the surprise each month! Lately, Stampin’ Up! has been giving us sneak peeks in to what’s coming next.  The July kit coordinated with 3 different product suites from the annual catalog so you get more bang for your buck and can keep using the stamp set and extra products in the kit to create even more! Love that! Each month Stampin’ Up! shares a video showing how to put the kit together.  Here’s the video for the July Paper Pumpkin On My Mind kit.

My July box hadn’t arrived before I left for vacation so I took the June kit with me to the beach this summer. The June, A Little Smile, kit was all about sharing random acts of kindness through creativity in a fun and easy way. It included 16 fun-sized, beach-themed cards and envelopes and an exclusive carrying case so you’d always have your cards on hand to share wherever you go.  It was perfect for our trip! Here’s a look at the stamp set and supplies that came in the June kit.

Paper Pumpkin June 2019 Kit - A Little Smile

Here’s the intended cards with the kit. *You can choose to use any of the 5 different sentiments in the stamp set.

Stampin' Up! June 2019 Paper Pumpkin Thank You card idea - Jeanie Stark StampinUp

Stampin' Up! June 2019 Paper Pumpkin Thank You card idea - Jeanie Stark StampinUp

Stampin' Up! June 2019 Paper Pumpkin Thank You card idea - Jeanie Stark StampinUp

Stampin' Up! Paper Pumpkin Kit June 2019 A Little Smile card idea- Jeanie Stark StampinUp

I gave some of these cards to the waiters/waitresses when we went out to dinner, left one for the housekeeper at the condo where we stayed, and put the tips for the Captain of the boat and the wonderful lady who gave me the best massage! This kit came at the perfect time! I didn’t make all the cards as intended.  I wanted to play around and make some alternative cards too! I love to use the Stampin’ Up! note cards & envelopes with the extra supplies and stamps in my kit.

Stampin' Up! June 2019 Paper Pumpkin Alternative note card idea - Jeanie Stark StampinUp

Stampin' Up! A Little Smile Paper Pumpkin alternative note card idea - Jeanie Stark StampinUp

Stampin Up Paper Pumpkin A Little Smile card idea - Jeanie Stark StampinUp

There’s always plenty of alternative ideas on Pinterest and the Paper Pumpkin Facebook Fan Club. I loved this fun fold by Dawn Olchefske and the candy/gift card purse by Rachel Tessman is just adorable! It’s made with two of the envelopes in the kit.

Stampin Up June 2019 Paper Pumpkin A Little Smile fun fold alternative idea - Jeanie Stark StampinUp

This kit worked well with one of my favorite new stamp sets in the annual catalog, Seaside Notions.

Stampin' Up! Seaside Notions alernative Paper Pumpkin Thinking of You card idea - Jeanie Stark StampinUp

I love to walk the beach and my final card reminded me of one of my favorite little stories…

Stampin Up Paper Pumpkin and High Seas alternative amazing card idea - Jeanie Stark StampinUp

THE STARFISH STORY

One day a man was walking along the beach, when he noticed a boy hurriedly picking up and gently throwing things into the ocean. Approaching the boy, he asked, “Young man, what are you doing? The boy replied, “Throwing starfish back into the ocean. The surf is up and the tide is going out. If I don’t throw them back, they’ll die.” The man laughed to himself and said, “Don’t you realize there are miles and miles of beach and hundreds of starfish? You can’t make any difference!” After listening politely, the boy bent down, picked up another starfish, and threw it into the surf. Then, smiling at the man, he said…“I made a difference to that one.” 

Together, we can make a difference too…one card at a time! Keep creating and sharing your handmade kindness!

Want a sneak peek into what’s coming in next month’s Paper Pumpkin? After watching this video I can’t wait to get the August kit! Check it out!

  • The August kit includes 6 gift bags and 12 gift tags. To receive this kit, you must subscribe by August 10.

I love to give little treats when I get together with my friends! These will be great to have on hand for hostess gifts as well! Just think, you can send your child or grandchild back to school with a treat for the teacher. So many possibilities! This is the first time Stampin’ Up! has offered an add on kit. Gift of Fall Add-On Bundle (item 152885) is priced at $10.00 and includes 24 card bases of 2 different designs with coordinating envelopes (notecard size).  It is available August 1st WHILE SUPPLIES LAST. If you purchase $50 or more in July, you’ll get a $5 (or more) coupon to use in August.  That’s like getting the add on kit for 1/2 price (or FREE)! Doesn’t that sound great?!

Click HERE to subscribe by August 10th. If you want to order a 3 month subscription, click on the link below. You will get an email from Stampin’ Up! how to redeem your subscription along with a $5 coupon code to use in August! *See Bonus Days below for all the information about how to redeem your $5 coupons, etc.

*If you want to give the August kit a try you can always subscribe and then choose to suspend your subscription or skip a month at any time. It’s no problem and quick & easy to do. I think you might just like your monthly surprise as much as I do!

Hope you have a Perfect Day!

Just Stampin’

Jeanie

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Only 5 days left to take advantage of Bonus Days!!! Collect your $5 coupons!

Stampin' Up! Bonus Days - for information and ordering visit juststampin.com - Jeanie Stark StampinUp

Bonus Days are back! For every $50 purchase in July (before tax & shipping) you’ll get a $5 coupon to spend in August! There’s no limit to how many coupons you can collect and you still get Stampin’ Rewards if your order is $150 or more!

  • An email address is required to participate in this promotion; Bonus Days coupon codes can only be delivered via email.
  • IMPORTANT!  Save both the email containing your Bonus Days coupon codes AND write down the coupon codes in a safe place. Codes cannot be re-sent if the email is lost and lost codes cannot be recovered.
  • Bonus Days coupon codes can be redeemed for any product, excluding Starter Kits and Paper Pumpkin month-to-month subscriptions.  *Prepaid Paper Pumpkin codes may be discounted with Bonus Days coupon codes.
  • There is no limit to the number of coupons you can receive per order or throughout the duration of the promotion. There is no limit on the number of coupons you can use on an order during redemption.
  • See the Bonus Days FAQ’s here.
  • See a tutorial on how to redeem your Bonus Days coupons here.
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Now is a great time to join Stampin’ Up! and get in on the EXTRA free stuff with the purchase of a completely customized starter kit!

Become A Stampin' Up! Demonstrator - For more information visit juststampin.com - Jeanie Stark StampinUp

  • EXTRA – GET BONUS PRODUCT! Get YOUR CHOICE of up to $155 in products for $99 (that’s $56 in free products) and the kit ships FREE for another 10% savings.  You also get a FREE Paper Pumpkin kit included in your kit!
  • EXTRA, EXTRA – GET A $10 COUPON!  Those who purchase the kit and join Stampin’ Up! will be emailed a $10 coupon code the following month to redeem on an order placed by Oct. 31.
  • SAVE 20% or more on personal demonstrator orders while you are active. You will have early access to the NEW Holiday Catalog and get to order new products!
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  • JOIN RISK-FREE!  There’s no obligation to host workshops or parties, sell products to others or personally purchase anything beyond the kit! There is no penalty if you decide to stop and you get to keep all of your starter kit goodies! If you maintain $300 in retail sales per quarter, you can continue to be a Demonstrator.  If you don’t, that’s okay too! You can always just join now and receive a discount on everything you order from now through Dec. 31! If you don’t reach $300 in sales, you can “drop” with no penalty.
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Feel free to contact me if you have any questions or want more information!  I’d love to chat!

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Varied Vases In Color Note Cards

I really appreciate everyone who places an order with me. I like to tuck a note in with my monthly thank you gifts and I love the narrow note cards! I hope my wonderful customers enjoy these bright colored flowers and vases!

Stampin Up Varied Vases In Color thank you card idea - Jeanie Stark StampinUp

I wanted to showcase the new 2018-2020 In Colors. I used the Varied Vases Stamp Set and matching punch. You can purchase these as a bundle and save 10%!

Stampin Up Varied Vases Stamp Set and matching punch - Purchase as a bundle and save 10%! Visit www.juststampin.com for inspiration and ordering. Jeanie Stark StampinUp

These note cards were so much fun to make! I used the Stitched Shapes Framelits to cut the Whisper White ovals and the Layering Circles Framelits to cut my colored cardstock layers.

Stampin Up Varied Vases In Color thank you card idea - Jeanie Stark StampinUp

I punched the vase from a sticky note so I could make sure I stamped the stems inside where the vase would be. (This is the same technique I use for masking.)

Stampin Up Varied Vases In Color thank you card idea - Jeanie Stark StampinUp

The punch made it quick & easy to punch the flowers and vases. I adhered the flowers with glue dots and the vases with Stampin’ Dimensionals. The envelopes are lined with the same In Color DSP using the 2 1/4″ Circle Punch. Here’s a look at each of the In Color cards.

Stampin Up Varied Vases In Color thank you card idea - Jeanie Stark StampinUp
Lovely Lipstick
Stampin Up Varied Vases In Color thank you card idea - Jeanie Stark StampinUp
Grapefruit Grove
Stampin Up Varied Vases In Color thank you card idea - Jeanie Stark StampinUp
Pineapple Punch
Stampin Up Varied Vases In Color thank you card idea - Jeanie Stark StampinUp
Call Me Clover
Stampin Up Varied Vases In Color thank you card idea - Jeanie Stark StampinUp
Blueberry Bushel

Which color is your favorite?

I am thrilled Stampin’ Up! brought back the DSP color collections! The 6×6 size is perfect for card fronts and envelopes as well as treat bags and more! If you would like to sample the In Colors, check out my In Color product shares below.

A Taste of the 2018-2020 In Colors  $16Stampin Up 2018-2020 In Color Product Share - visit www.juststampin.com to order. Jeanie Stark StampinUp

  • 10 – 6″ x 6″ sheets of double-sided Designer Series Paper -2 each in the 5 In Colors (Lovely Lipstick, Grapefruit Grove, Pineapple Punch, Call Me Clover, Blueberry Bushel)
  • 10 yards of ribbon – 2 yards each of 1/8″ Grosgrain Ribbon in the 5 In Colors
  • 10 sheets of cardstock – 2 each of the 5 In Colors

 2017-2019 In Color Buffet $20Stampin Up 2017-2019 In Color Product Share - Visit www.juststampin.com to order. Jeanie Stark StampinUp

  • 10 – 6″ x 6″ In Color Designer Series Paper -2 each in 5 colors
  • 10 yards 3/8″ Mini Ruffled Ribbon – 2 yards each in 5 colors
  • 5 In Color Flower Buttons – 1 in each color
  • 10 sheets of cardstock – 2 each of 5 colors

Each share comes packaged and labeled. *The 2017-2019 share is a little more expensive due to the cost of the ribbon and the added buttons.

Stampin Up In Color Product Shares - Visit www.juststampin.com to order. Jeanie Stark StampinUp

Email me (j.stark@myactv.net) with “Product Share” in the subject line and let me know if you want one or both. Include the following information:

  • Your Name
  • Your Address
  • The Email Address you use for PayPal *You do not need a PayPal account in order to make your payment. Upon receiving my invoice, you may choose the credit card/debit card option instead of using a PayPal account. Instructions are given and the process for payment is simple.

Please know that I do my very best to offer you the best shipping options. The prices on Priority Mail has gone up this year. It costs $7 to ship one or both in the same envelope.

You can purchase the products used to make today’s cards from my online store.  Click HERE to shop and start earning Bonus Days coupons! You will receive a $5 coupon (to use in September) for every $50 you spend in August (before tax & shipping). Click HERE for more information.

Stampin Up Bonus Days coupons. Earn in August, Redeem in September. Visit juststampin.com for more information. Jeanie Stark StampinUp

Have a wonderful day!

Just Stampin’

Jeanie

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Varied Vases In Color Note Cards Product List 

Big Shot

$110.00
Glue Dots

$5.25

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Blooming Summer Savings - Paper Pumpkin

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COMING SOON…THE 2018 HOLIDAY CATALOG and my Just Stampin’ “Suite” Holiday Product Share Buffet. I’ll have several “Suite” Holiday shares to choose from as well as a Ribbon share and Designer Series Paper Share!

2018 Holiday Catalog

My current customers can look forward to receiving a copy of the catalog in the mail this month.  If you would like to be my customer, please email me or place an order today! I’ll be happy to send you a catalog.

Just Add Color Guest Stamper

My daughter, Ariane, is on the board of her Hall Council at Georgia Tech. When she was home for spring break she wanted to make some thank you cards for the people who helped out throughout the year. Just Add Color Designer Series Paper was the perfect choice for these “housing” thank you cards.

Stampin Up thank you card idea using All Things Thanks stamp set and Just Add Color Specialty Designer Series Paper - Jeanie Stark StampinUp

Ariane used Stampin’ Blends to color the different houses and then fussy cut each one out.  She loved using the new Stamparatus which made adding the sentiment a breeze!  Here’s a few photos.

The Whisper White note cards & envelopes made putting this project together a breeze.  The cards are prescored and ready to go. Ariane used Stampin’ Dimensionals to adhere the houses to her cards.  Here’s a look at all 13 of her colorful cards!

Stampin Up thank you card idea using All Things Thanks stamp set and Just Add Color Specialty Designer Series Paper - Jeanie Stark StampinUp

I love that my daughter wanted to create together and make some thank you cards for others.  The Just Add Color Specialty Designer Series Paper is retiring and you can save 30%  (reg. $13 / NOW $9.10) when you buy it now! It is only available while supplies last so click HERE to order yours today!  There are other fun designs is this paper pack too!  I used some to cover the front of notebooks for students (or adults) to color.

Stampin Up Just Add Color Specialty Designer Series Paper composition book cover idea - Jeanie Stark StampinUp

Have a wonderful day!

Just Stampin”

Jeanie

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Stamparatus

$49.00

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FREE GIFT! If you order the In Color Collection from my online store in May, I will send you some of the new In Color cardstock.  You will get 10 card bases (2 of each color) as my thanks to you! *The cardstock will be shipped directly from me and will not be included in your Stampin’ Up! order. Be the first to get your hands on the new In Color stampin’ pads and free cardstock so you can start creating with these bright and beautiful colors! Click on the image below to add it to your shopping cart!In Color Classic Ink Bundle

Stampin Up 2018-2020 In Colors - FREE cardstock with purchase of the In Color bundle from my online store in May! Visit www.juststampin.com Jeanie Stark StampinUpFREE cardstock with the purchase of the In Color Collection