A Paper Pumpkin Thing Blog Hop - Hugs From Shelli

Welcome to our blog hop called A Paper Pumpkin Thing!   This hop is a place where we show alternative projects for Stampin' Up!'s Paper Pumpkin.  This month’s Paper Pumpkin Kit, aptly named Hugs From Shelli, was inspired by Shelli Gardner, the co-founder of Stampin’ Up! These are the cards that could be created by following the directions in the kit.

The Paper Pumpkin Kit included the Hugs from Shelli stamp set and a Stampin’ Spot ink pad and all of the items featured below.

And here are my alternative projects....

First...I always like a full sized card...so with the addition of a Pool Party card base and a bit of the brand new and oh so lovely Pretty Peacock cardstock...I made a full sized latch card.  The tags included in the kit are the perfect size for an attached latch.

Everything else from the card comes from the kit....such lovely elements in this kit!!

And here is the open "latch fold" ...gives this card a bit of interest, don't you think!!??

And here is coordinating small gift bag I made with one of the included envelopes.   This expanded envelope is called a "bag-a-lope".  Makes a darling gift bag...perfect for a treat and a gift card!  And that pretty blue tissue is what the kit is wrapped in each month...perfect for the bag!!

Once again...the elements in the kit are stunning!!

Here is another card...made full sized....I just LOVE this pattern of paper!!!  Again...it is a latch card...super simple layout.  

More pretty elements....

And here is the coordinating gift bag...made from the envelope!!  And the pretty pink tissue paper came from the kit too!!

So Sweet!!  

Now it is time to check out all the other fabulous creations!!!   We have some awesome demonstrators sharing their work this month!!  Super fun!!

And don't forget to subscribe  for next month's kit!!  Here is a sneak peek....make sure to subscribe by June 10th for this little cutie!!

And as always...thank you for your orders...I truly appreciate it!!