September's Paper Pumpkin

Welcome to another month of our Blog Hop! This month we're sharing fall-themed projects with you. My Paper Pumpkin arrived yesterday and what perfect timing that was! I decided to put it together, and if you're itching for more, be sure to pop in again tomorrow because I'll have a whole heap of alternative projects!

You got so much product in this kit! There were enough pieces to create eight pillow boxes & eight mini cards with envelopes PLUS tons of extra pieces. Stampin' Up! is always really great at giving you extra pieces. ;)

In the kit, you got a large maple leaf stamp (my fav!) and then you layered that with multiple other leaves, including a gold foil laser-cut one.

What made this kit extra special was that the boxes and card bases were embossed! That was something that has never been done before with Paper Pumpkin Kits and it made me so happy to see that extra touch.

Paper Pumpkin kits are the perfect addition to your home - great for all crafting levels. It arrives right to your door every month and is an all-inclusive kit - stamps, ink, adhesives (glue dots &/or Dimensionals), kit pieces & instructions. If you're thinking about giving it a try, make sure you sign up by October 10th. :)

Make sure you check out the other hoppers:

1. Hofkissed (Steph) << You Are Here
2. A La Cards (Leena)
3. Lolly & Sand (Sandy)
4. justBstamping (Barb)

Until next time, stay crafty!
Steph

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Quick & Easy Tuesday

Hello! Welcome to another "quick & easy" Tuesday. I'm happy to get back to creating! To be honest, I've been going through a huge creative block for several weeks. I think I just needed a good break & rest because when I held a class last Friday, it all came back and I can't tell you what a relief that was!

Anyway, today I'm showing you a quick home decor project (with some new products, available June 1st). Home decor doesn't have to be complicated. Several years ago I framed some Designer Series Paper (DSP) in colours that match my other decor and get complimented on it all the time. How simple, right?!

Here's my newest creation and also very simple when you have the right tools:

I got the idea from some Muskoka Chairs (as they're referred to here in Ontario, Canada, Adirondack Chairs elsewhere) that my brother built years ago with a maple leaf back. These chairs remind me of summer, cottage life and relaxation. So peaceful! Not only does this piece fit my decor in my living room, but it also symbolizes the Canadian Flag... very fitting since it'll be Canada's 150th birthday on July 1st. ;)

All the pieces were die cut from the Seasonal Layers Thinlits that can be purchased alone or as part of a bundle with the coordinating stamp set - Colourful Season. I also featured some of the set in this post.

Until next time, stay crafty!
Steph

For a listing of all my classes and to purchase Stampin' Up! products, please visit my page at www.hofkissed.stampinup.net You can also find me on Facebook - www.facebook.com/hofkissed