Paper Pumpkin Alternatives – Inked Occasions (part 2)

Yesterday I shared two projects with elements of April’s Inked Occasions Paper Pumpkin Kit. If you missed that post, you can see those projects here. Today I’m sharing two more projects I made for our Pumpkin in the Fungeon call, a call I host with my Paper Pumpkin subscribers. During our Pumpkin in the Fungeon call, I share some fun ideas with the items included in the monthly kit, and my customers share their brilliant ideas. I’m always impressed by what others are making and love to spend that time with my customers who participate. I made a little boo boo with the scheduling for this call, so I’m hosting another call next weekend – always such fun!

Alternative Projects

While I really like the kit’s cards as designed, I always like to play with the contents of the kit to make something a little different. The projects I’m sharing with you today showcase one of the GORGEOUS card bases to create two cards. Here’s a look at the card base I used to create my cards:

The panel is primarily designed with Berry Burst, Peach Pie and Gorgeous Grape inks in a fluid design that appears to be created with alcohol inks. I snipped down the center of the card base (horizontally through the white space) and then flipped and matched the images to build these gatefold cards:

The cards bases measure 4-1/4″ x 11″ and are scored at 2-3/4″ and 8-1/4″ to create a base that opens from the center. One of the cards is designed with a Berry Burst base and Gorgeous Grape layers, while the other card is designed with a Gorgeous Grape base and Berry Burst layers. There are enough layers on the card front to keep the card closed (no need for a belly band).

The sentiment is attached to the left panel (and only the left panel) with Stampin’ Dimensionals. Here’s how the card opens up:

Let’s talk about this GORGEOUS sentiment, can we? The “Thinking of you” sentiment is pulled from the stamp set that coordinates with the April Paper Pumpkin Kit. Here’s a look at this set that has made its way into my permanent stamp collection:

I accented the top, right and bottom, left of the sentiment with a trio of Rhinestone Basic Jewels. Such an easy accent to add a little shine.

Sign Up for Paper Pumpkin Today

If you’d like to subscribe to Paper Pumpkin and be a part of my Pumpkin in the Fungeon calls, you can sign up for Paper Pumpkin here. You have an option to pay as you go or to prepay and earn Stampin’ Rewards. So easy!

I would love to introduce you to our monthly Pumpkin in the Fungeon calls – your creativity is welcomed. ♥ If you have questions or need assistance, please email me at [email protected].

Thanks for stopping by today!

Brian

Spring One-for-One Card Swap

I’m hosting a One-for-One Card Swap, and I’d love for you to join in! THIS WEEK is the last chance to get a card in the mail to me. To learn more about the guidelines and timeframe, click on the image below:

Product Shares

Last week I shared my Product Shares and Designer Series Paper Swatch Books from Stampin’ Up!’s 2025 Annual Catalog. What a great way to enjoy a little bit of all the papers, ribbons and embellishments from the new book! To learn more and sign up, click on the image below:

2025-2027 In Color Bundles

The new catalog, which launches May 6, also introduces us to 5 new In Colors. To give you a huge bundle of all the products in the new colors (papers, inks, markers, ribbons), I’ve created a collection of In Color Bundles at a discount. To learn more and sign up, click on the image below: