After more than a decade of resistance, I’ve officially joined the Paper Pumpkin party—and this April 2025 Inked Occasions kit is the reason why!

The watercolor-style backgrounds, gold foil accents, and fresh color palette in this kit are simply beautiful. You’ll make three different card designs (three of each for a total of nine cards!), and I just had to jump on a live stream to show them off.

If you missed the live demonstration, you can still watch the replay. You’ll see why I’ve become a Paper Pumpkin fan and how these kits can bring both joy and convenience to your cardmaking routine.

Click to watch my DIY card tutorial here if the video didn’t load for you.

Click on the name of non-Stampin’ Up! products shown in my card tutorials.

• MISTI
• Sizzix Sanding Blocks
• Adhesive Eraser
• Magnetic Platform
• Sticky Dots
• Waffle Flower Mat l
• Large Silicone Mat – used in this tutorial
• Gotcha Magnetic Craft Stand Tool
• Magnet Cards  – used in this tutorial
• Storage Pockets – used in this tutorial
• Craft STAX Storage, Stackable Large Set (2 Trays, 2 Lids)
• Stamping Sleeves
• Vellum Cardstock
• Penny Black Background Basics Stencils

Join me every Tuesday at 7 PM ET for a new live card-making tutorial! You can join me on my Stamping Smiles YouTube, Rumble, or Facebook page.

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I’m always happy to answer questions about the project or products I’ve shared—just reach out!

Stamping Smiles,

I’d love to hear your thoughts! Let me know in the comments if you enjoyed my DIY greeting card featuring the Stampin’ Up! Textured Floral Stamp Set.