Monday Mystery Stamping – 11/9/26


NOTE: short side is the smaller measurement, long is the larger measurement

Mostly Horizontal/Landscape Card

Colored Card Stock

– 1 @ 8 x 5-1/2 (base) (not a typo, it is 8) score at 1, 2, 5. Mountain, valley, mountain folds
– 1 @ 8-1/2 x 3-1/4, score at 4-1/4

DSP – If your paper is directional, follow the wide and tall notes – Can be 3 different complimentary patterns

– 1 @ 3 WIDE x 4 TALL adhere to the front of the long, narrow panel
– 2 @ 5-1/4 WIDE x 3/4 TALL, adhere to the two 1 inch sections of the large card base

– 1 @ 5-1/4 WIDE x 2-3/4 TALL, adhere to the section above the 2 pieces of DSP

White/Vanilla CS inside writing panel
– 1 @ 5-1/4 x 2-3/4

Adhere the long panel over the larger card base, centering the panel.

The front needs a little something, not too big, a circle or oval or die cut, etc. Maybe no wider than 2-1/2 – 3 wide, and under 2-3/4 tall. This is a card to let the DSP do the work!

I hope you like this Faux Easel fun fold card! Please join us if you like to make a card without knowing what it is until you are done!!

November Product of the Month!

Branched Out Messages Stamp Set (168601)

The simplicity of this exclusive stamp set makes it incredibly versatile. You could quickly stamp the greenery as a background, add an all-occasion sentiment, and voila—a beautiful, no-fuss card. Or you could elevate the design by adding flower images for extra detail, heat embossing to make it shine, or a watercolor wash for subtle color.

Yours for $5 with a $75 order while supplies last.

Monday Mystery Stamping – 10/5/26


NOTE: short side is the smaller measurement, long is the larger measurement

Vertical/Portrait CardColored

Card Stock
– 1 @ 11 x 5-1/2(base) Score at 1/2, 1, 1-1/2. Flip the base and score at 4-1/4, 4-3/4, 5-1/4

Colored Card Stock B
– 1 scrap complimentary to the base and large enough for the largest of your dies

White/Vanilla CS
– 2 @ 5-1/4 x 4 (or one can be DSP to be seen through the window

Special tools– 2 concentric dies leaving a border between them around 1/4″. Two ovals, two arches, two rectangles, two postage stamp (?), two of our older label dies. Largest about 3″ wide and 3-1/2″ tall.

Stamps– This card has a window in the front panel. You will see through it to a panel inside. The stamped images will be seen.

Embellishments – small

I hope you like this diorama fun fold card! Please join us if you like to make a card without knowing what it is until you are done!!

Monday Mystery Stamping – 9/14/26


NOTE: short side is the smaller measurement, long is the larger measurement

Horizontal/Landscape Card
Colored Card Stock
– 1 @ 11 x 4-1/4, (base) score at 1 and 5-1/2
– 1 @ 3-1/2 x 4-1/4 card front extension. Adhere to the card base at the 1″ score line, making the card base 13-1/2″ long

DSP Panels:
– 1 @ 5-1/8 x 4. Cut the pieces in order left to right so the design will flow continuously across the front of the card: 7/8, 3-1/4, 7/8
Optional complimentary DSP:
– 1 @ 4 tall x 4-1/4 wide

Inside Panel: White/Vanilla Cardstock 4-1/4 x 4

Embellishments – small to medium 
–   for embellishments, use something not too big that goes along with your DSP

I hope you like this fun fold card! Please join us if you like to make a card without knowing what it is until you are done!!

Monday Mystery Stamping – 8/10/26

BOTH SIDES OF YOUR DSP (Designer Series Paper) ….  WILL SHOW
NOTE: short side is the smaller measurement, long is the larger measurement

Vertical/Portrait Card

Colored Card Stock
– 1 @ 5-1/2 X 6-1/2 (base) Score long side @ 2-1/4
– 1 @ 3 x 4-1/4 – DSP mat
– 1 @ 1-3/4 x 2-3/4 – Front of card mat

Coordinating Colored Card Stock
– 1 @ 2-1/8 x 5-1/4 (can be plain, embossed or stamped all over) – Front left panel
– 1 @ 4 x 5-1/4 – inside mat

Designer Series Paper 
– 1 @ 4 High x 10-1/2 Wide BOTH SIDES WILL SHOW Score long side at 1-5/8 + 2-3/4 + 5-3/8 + 8
Fold: Mountain – Mountain – Valley – Valley

White/Vanilla CS
– 1 @ 1-1/2 x 2-1/2 Front Greeting
– 1 @ 2-3/8 x 3-3/4 Inside Greeting 

Embellishments – small to medium 
–   for embellishments, use something not too big that goes along with your DSP

Fold the card base. Fold the DSP. Adhere the folded DSP in the center of the mat, only adhere on the second panel in from the right hand edge. Adhere the complimentary cardstock mat to the card base. Adhere the matted DSP to the center of the complimentary cardstock. Emboss or stamp the front left panel and adhere to the outside of the card base. Close the card. Bring the top piece of DSP over the closed card. Adhere ONLY on the card base panel. Center matted writing panels on the front and inside of the card. Embellish!

I hope you like this fun fold card! Please join us if you like to make a card without knowing what it is until you are done!!

September Product of the Month!

Luxe Foliage 12″ x 12″ (30.5 x 30.5 cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper (168599)
With Halloween and Christmas fast approaching, don’t forget to spend some time celebrating Cardsgiving—one of our favorite unofficial holidays centered around making and gifting cards. The Luxe Foliage Designer Series Paper is perfect for all your holiday needs and beyond, with shimmering foil and beautifully-designed details perfect for creating glimmering layers or fussy cutting shining images. Whether you’re making cards for a friend or planning a Cardsgiving celebration, this paper is sure to be the star of the show.
Yours for $5 with a $75 order while supplies last.

August 2026 Paper Pumpkin!

Offer applies to new subscribers only (those who haven’t had an active Paper Pumpkin subscription in the past 18 months).
Offer is valid for pay-as-you-go subscriptions only. Discount does not apply to prepaid subscriptions.
The discounted first kit is the August Kindred Greetings Kit.
This kit cannot be skipped.

Subscribe no later than August 10th to get this wonderful kit sent to you!

Back to School Tax Holiday in Illinois 7-16!

Below are the items exempt from sales tax in Illinois, August 7-16. If you live in another state, check the site to see when your Back to School Tax Holiday will be.

School State-Tax Holiday(there may still be county or local taxes applied)

152813 Stampin’ Seal $9
152814 Stampin’ Seal Refill $7
149699 Stampin’ Seal+ $13
152812 Stampin’ Seal+ Refill $9
104430 Stampin’ Dimensionals $5
144108 Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals $5
150893 Black Stampin’ Dimensionals Combo Pack $7
141825 Foam Adhesive Strips $9
152815 Foam Adhesive Sheets $9
152334 Adhesive Sheets $13
103683 Mini Glue Dots $8
110755 Multipurpose Liquid Glue $6.50
167765 Crafting Grid Paper $17
170902 Detail Scissors $10
154031 Tear & Tape Adhesive $7
138309 Fine-Tip Glue Pen $8
161700 Watercolor Pencils Assortment 1 $18
149014 Watercolor Pencils Assortment 2 $14
166647 Black .04mm Stampin’ Journaling Pens $10
102845 Blender Pens (3-pk) $15
Various Stampin’ Blends Combo Packs $12

August Designer Series Paper SALE!

While supplies last! You’ll find all qualifying items in one convenient location—the “Designer Series Paper and Cardstock Sale” page in the online store.

A lot of the Two-toned cardstock used with the new Hot Foil System is included in this sale!! If you are already purchasing the Hot Foil System or some of the Hot Foil Rolls or dies, you can add discounted Designer Series Paper and cardstock to your order to earn even more Stampin’ Rewards. Remember, with a qualifying purchase, you can also get the August Product of the Month.

This is the perfect time to stock up on paper for your many upcoming birthday, holiday or special event projects, whether it is for cards, scrapbooking, home decor, packaging, and more!

If you don’t know where to start, shop coordinating Designer Series Paper, cardstock, and embellishments for an easy “starter pack” choice without being overwhelmed.