Daisy Daydream Alternate Cards - Paper Pumpkin March 2025 Kit Part 1

Welcome to my blog.  Thanks for dropping by to check out what's new.  Today I'm sharing some of the cards that I made using the Daisydream March 2025 Paper Pumpkin kit.   

The Daisy Daydream kit was probably one of the nicest Paper Pumpkin kits I've worked on this year. All the cards and elements are beautiful and easy to work with and they coordinate with other Stampin Up products. 

This kit will make a total of nine cards if you don't make any changes and just follow the outline.  But, I'm a rebel at heart and I like to stretch these kits to the maximum and choose my own path of creativity.  I do that by using basic white card bases and coordinating cardstock for mattes.

So far I've created twenty-two cards by adding my own card bases, mattes and layers and have still got enough leftovers to go for thirty.  

Here are some of the cards I've made:

Card No. 1 

One of the first cards I made with this kit was a standard gatefold flap card.  

For this card I used Smokey Slate for my matte and sentiment pieces.  The embossing on the white matte was done with a Hexagon Embossing Folder that's been longer retired but still in my go-too stash.  

Card No. 2

I absolutely love how this card turned out.  I've doubled matted using an old retired dsp called Always Artichoke and the blue layer is actually one of the cards I cut in half and then embossed with Stampin' Ups! Cute Crochet (R) embossing folder.  Love it!  The Happy Birthday sentiment layer and stamp is from the December 2024 Paper Pumpkin kit called Notes From the Heart. 

Card No. 3

I had some very old ribbon in my stash so I cut a 6" strip and stretched it across the front of the card to divide the floral dsp from the embossed Always Artichoke panel.  It really brought the card to a new level.  The focal below the ribbon is dressed up with some daisies and stamped images from the kit.  on the white circle.  The Three gems are from the Iridescent Foil Gems pack. 

Card No. 4 

I love to dress up the insides of my cards too, and for this one I used stencils and stamps from the kit.  I like the way this inside matte turned out, and think it's so much nicer than a plain white card insert.  

This is one of my favourite card layouts and styles and I've made it many many times.  For the front flap, I embossed a piece of Basic White cardstock with the Basic D embossing folder (cross hatch) after stamping some of the honeycombs in crushed curry ink.  

Card No. 5

One of the panels in the kit has the honeycomb images pre stamped and they have a glossy finish that changes in the light.  I used this panel which already had a circle cut in it, and one of the circle elements (green) that's also included with the kit.  This was one of the easiest of the cards to come together.  The hardest decision is what elements to put on it.  

Card No. 6

For my next card I once again embossed the front card panel with the  Basic D (R) embossing folder and used this single mat to create the focal for the card.  

Card No. 7

For this next card I used one of the beautiful blue envelopes to create the panels and flap cover.  The arch die cut was a fun element to add to this card and the paper cut like butter.  

Card No. 8

If you're interested in getting a subscription to Paper Pumpkin you can check out the join options available on the Stampin' Up! website.  It's easier than every to get started.  

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Well that's it for this selection of alternate cards made with the March 2025 Daisy Daydream Pumpkin Kit. I'll be sharing some more cards in the weeks to come.  Hope you enjoyed this selection.  I'd love to hear from you, so let me know if which of these cards is your favourite.  

HAPPY STAMPING!

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Penny Hanuszak, CDN Stampin up Demo since 2006 

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Sending Smiles Note of Thanks

This week I am pairing up two challenges.  The first is a sketch challenge from Atlantic Hearts Sketch Challenge  created by Michelle and digitalized by Brandi.

The second challenge is from "The Paper Players" challenge blog, and the premise is to combine something old with something new.  

Across Canada there is the possibility of strike action by Canada Post employees sometime in mid-May, so I'm busy trying to get all my  birthday cards completed and mailed before that occurs.  I also wanted to make some note cards for folks I haven't been in touch with for a while so both of these challenges will work perfectly for my themes.  I'm starting with the note cards.  

Here's My Card:

Quite a while ago I purchased a beautiful stamp set from Stampin' Up! called Sending Smiles. It's retired now, but it's still a favourite on my list because of all the wonderful sentiments, the florals and the coordinating dies. 

I'm pairing the Sending Smiles floral design and sentiment with a brand new background stamp set called Elements of Text, one of Stampin' Ups! current while supplies last Online Exclusives.   

I wanted these cards to be easy mailers and clean and simple so I didn't die cut and add an overlay of daisies for the note cards.  

Supplies:

Stamps and Dies:

• Sending Smiles #158701 (R)
• Elements of Text #164774 (Online Exclusive)

Cardstock:

• Basic White card base - 8 1/2" x 5 1/2" scored at 4 1/4"
• Basic White Matte - 3 1/2" x 3 3/4" 
• Pecan Pie Matte - 3 7/8" x 5 1/8" 
• Granny Apple Green Matte 3 3/4" x 5"

Ink: 

• Crushed Curry
• Granny Apple Green
• Pecan Pie 

Accessories:

• Adhesive Backed Shiny Sequins #16348

Thanks for dropping by today and I hope you'll come back again.  I'd love to hear your thoughts on this card.  

HAPPY STAMPING

PENNY TOKENS STAMPIN' SPOT

Penny Hanuszak, CDN Stampin' Up! Demo since 2006

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Paper Pumpkin May 2023 - Exploring In Color

Say hello to mountain landscapes and new Stampin' Up!In Colors! The May kit features nine outdoors-themed cards in the new 2023–2025 In Colors plus exclusive FREE stickers. 

Want more? On May 2nd (while supplies last) you can order the additional Exploring In Color Add-On cards and envelopes and continue your creative adventure! See below for details of what's included in the ADD-ON KIT. If the card designs look anything like the box with its outdoors-theme we're in for a fun time!

When you purchase this kit here's what is included:

• All the supplies you need to create 9 cards, 3 each of 3 designs, plus 9 coordinating envelopes.
• A 7-piece all-occasion stamp set that celebrates good friends and great adventures!
• 1 Copper Clay (new In Color!) Classic Stampin’ Spot.
• Twine and die-cut accents
• FREE stickers to put on your projects or anything you want—water bottles, laptops, coolers, and more!

Finished card size: 4-1/4" x 5-1/2" (10.8 x 14 cm).

Coordinating Stampin’ Up! colors: Boho Blue, Copper Clay, Daffodil Delight, Moody Mauve, Mossy Meadow, Pebbled Path, Wild Wheat

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This promotion begins 2 May, 2023 and is available while supplies last.

Price: $13.75 CAD

This add-on includes:

• 18 cards, 6 each of 3 designs
• 18 coordinating envelopes
• Finished card size: 4-1/4" x 5-1/2" (10.8 x 14 cm)

Coordinating Stampin’ Up! colors: Boho Blue, Copper Clay, Daffodil Delight, Moody Mauve, Mossy Meadow, Pebbled Path, Wild Wheat

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And, if you're not already a member join now to see and share Paper Pumpkin business-building tips, event planning, project ideas, and more from other demonstrators. It's simply a fun way to stamp and be creative!

HAPPY STAMPING!

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Penny Hanuszak, Stampin' Up Independent CDN Demo

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Pick of the Crop May Paper Pumpkin Kit

 

Although you wouldn't know it from our current wet weather trend but summer is on its way.  We live in the "berry belt" of Canada so summer berries and fruit are top on our list.  This year in particular because of the shortage of bees and the wet soggy weather we've had our berry crops are taking longer than usual.  We'll just have to have patience and when they arrive  support our local farmers during this hardship time.  Can't wait!  

I also can't wait to get my hands on the May 11 to June 11th "Pick of the Crop" Paper Pumpkin kit.  It looks like it's going to be yummy! 

Check it out on my website store by clicking here. 

The Pick of the Crop Paper Pumpkin kit is chock full of fun and includes many of my favourite colours and berry themes. This all-inclusive kit includes enough supplies to:

• create 9 cards with card bases measuring 4-1/4" x 5-1/2"  - you get 3 each of 3 designs
• 9 printed card bases featuring coordinating colors: Blackberry Bliss, Cajun Craze, Calypso Coral, Crushed Curry, Garden Green, Night of Navy, Soft Succulent 
• 9 coordinating envelopes (4-1/2" x 5-3/4" (11.4 x 14.6 cm))
• Photopolymer Stamp set to express love, gratitude and style.  The sentiments say “Love you a whole bunch”, “You’re the pick of the crop”, “You are the sweetest,” and so many more
• a selection of die-cut paper pieces including some specialty vellum pieces 
• a Calypso Coral Classic Stampin’ Spot!
• Adhesive
• Bonus: This kit includes a canvas mini shopping bag that measures 5 3/8" x 6", which can be used to hold a couple cards for a unique craft element. 

Note: Additional bags will be available to purchase separately on my shopping web site.

Just look at this cute little "bonus" canvas bag that's
included in this month's kit!  

This kit can only be ordered up until June 10th, so if you're interested in getting it don't hesitate.  Order it now.  

Happy Stamping!
Penny Tokens Stampin' Spot

Penny Hanuszak, Independent Stampin' Up Demonstrator

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Easter Friends - Ducks, Chicks and the Sweetest Little Rabbit

Sending Happy Easter wishes for a memorable Easter weekend your way. Whether you spend the holiday with your family and loved ones, with special friends, your congregation, or on much needed vacation my wish is for you to enjoy the time and to count your blessings.

The cards I'm going to share with you today were made with the Easter Friends stamp set featured on page 27 of Stampin' Ups! January to  June Mini Catalogue. There are 8 red rubber cling stamps in this set.  

Easter Friends #157737

I also used another stamp from the Mini Catalogue for a background in some of my cards.  It's called Oceanfront #157862.  This is a Distinktive 9 piece photopolymer stamp set, that's well worth having in your stamp collection.  The borderless images in this set are designed to blend seamlessly when slightly stamped over one another.  The panorama's you can build with this stamp set are not limited to seaside or beachfront views, they are only limited by imagination.

Oceanfront #157862 

So here is a sampling of my cards.  All of the images were stamped on Whisper White card stock with Momento Ink.  The duck, chick and rabbit images were coloured with Water Colour pencils and with the 3 1/2" x 4 3/4" frame from the Scalloped Contours #155560 die set on page 158 of the Annual Catalogue.  I used a variety of retired designer series papers for the mat layers.

Here are six of the different cards I made 

Duck:  Thank You For Your Order 

I used the Ocean Front images for the sky and grassy meadow in this card.  The sky was stamped in Pool Party and the grass was stamped with Pear Pizzazz.  The two mats are cut from Ombre DSP and measure

4 x 5 1/4" (Pool Party) and 4 1/8 by 5 3/8".  The duckling is coloured using Daffodil Delight and Crushed Curry watercolour pencils and the beak and feet for all images are coloured with a Pumpkin Pie watercoloured pencil. 

I stamped three chick images and fussy cut them.  The mats for this one were cut from Jars for All Seasons DSP (retired).  

This duck is simply adorable on his own, and certainly brought a smile to my face.  For this card I stamped direct to the Whisper White card stock.  

This bunny makes you go "ahh" the moment you stamp it, because the image stamps so well.  The card base on this one is Smokey Slate followed by two layers of Peony (retired) DSP.  Because both the papers and the image are super feminine this turned out to be a really good combination and so I used various papers from this DSP pack to complete my cards.   

To use up my scraps, I changed up the bottom matt and instead cut two strips of the Peony DSP matted on a layer of 4 1/4" x 5 1/4" Whisper White cardstock.  The strips measure 4 1/8 x 1 7/8" wide.  I've also added some flowers punched from the DSP.  The gray in the bunny's coat was achieved by using a very light stroke technique with a basic gray watercolour pencil.  The cheeks are coloured with a Calypso Coral watercolour pencil. 

I coloured this bunny a little darker and used a blending medium and the watercolour pencil to move the colour around.  You have to be super careful when you do this technique as Whisper White card stock will peal if it absorbs too much blending medium.  I didn't have any pink pearls or other gems so I coloured regular pearls with a Rocco Rose blend and they turned out a nice soft pink to match the Petal Pink layer on this card.  

Well that is my selection of Spring cards.  I hope you enjoyed them and will leave me a comment or ask my a question about how these cards were made.  I'd be happy to help and always appreciate comments.    I can really see using these animal images for baby cards in the near future.  Unfortunately they retire the end of May when the new Annual Catalogue becomes available so if you would like to own the Easter Friends stamp set you should order it soon before it's gone forever.  

Happy Stamping!

Penny Tokens Stampin Spot 

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