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The September Paper Pumpkin Kit in 2023 will focus on love and gratitude rather than Halloween, so this is my alternative series for those of us who make Halloween cards and projects. Today's Paper Pumpkin inspiration is from the September 2022 Paper Pumpkin Kit: Spooky Treats which featured a fun plaid pattern. We are going to create our own version of the plaid today using the sketched plaid stamp set. WEEK 1 FREE PROJECT SHEET LINK: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/Ulxf9Mu/12weeksofhalloween1 HART OF HALLOWEEN 2023 FACEBOOK GROUP LINK: https://www.facebook.com/groups/hartofhalloween2023/ STAY UP-TO-DATE ON MY EMAIL LIST LINK: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/GLk7fdL SEPTEMBER 2023 PAPER PUMPKIN KIT: With Love & Gratitude Subscribe by September 10, 2023 here: https://www.paperpumpkin.com/en-us/sign-up/?demoid=2212777 SEPTEMBER 2023 ADD-ON "Thoughts of Thanks Journal" You can purchase the add-on journal now (while supplies last) if you are an active Paper Pumpkin subscriber: https://www.stampinup.com/products/thoughts-of-thanks-journal/?hostcode=WVGCWSNA

Silhouette Card - By My Side & Sketched Plaid Stamp Sets

MEASUREMENTS

• Card Base: 5-1/2 x 8-1/2" Score: 4-1/4" (Basic Black Cardstock)
• (2) Basic White Layers 4 x 5-1/4" (One inside and one for the outside of the card)
• (1) Basic White Layer 3-1/2 x 4-3/4" (this is for the scene with the kids)
• (1) 2-3/8" Circle Punch (Lemon Lolly Cardstock)
• (2) Die Cut Clouds (Lazy Days Dies for the cloud shapes)
• (5) Adhesive Backed Sparke Gems in Silver

INSTRUCTIONS

Creating the Plaid Background:

Stamp piece of Basic White (4 x 5-1/4" size) with the Sketch Plaid Background Stamp in Pumpkin Pie ink. 

Use Stampin' Blends in the following shades to create multi color plaid pattern (left to right):

• Fresh Freesia Dark
• Daffodil Delight Dark
• Basic Black Light (or Stampin' Write Marker in Basic Black if you want very thin black line)
• Orchid Oasis Light 

To create the plaid multi-color pattern, using a ruler add these lines vertically first and then repeat adding horizontally. The plaid pattern when stamped has larger white areas and I focused on adding the lines of the above listed colors in the larger white spaces for a multi color look. Once you've added your lines in both directions, set aside.

NOTE: The original Paper Pumpkin plaid pattern has a pumpkin pie base (meaning the majority of color is pumpkin pie) My alternate has a white base. If you'd prefer to do this on a piece of Pumpkin Pie cardstock it would be just as cute! The only thing would be it will change the color of the yellow and purples slightly. That is why I chose white but this color palette is inspired by the September 2022 Color Palette.

Creating the Silhouette Night Scene:

Start by stamping the kids in Basic White onto your layer. (Basic White 3-1/2 x 4-3/4" piece) You could also start with a larger piece and then trim down to this size later.

Stamp kids from By Your Side Stamp Set in Memento Tuxedo Black ink.

Stamp the the same kids onto the Stampin' Up! Masking Paper. Fussy cut boy, girl and dog. Place the masks over the stamped kids on the Basic White layer.

Once your masking paper is in place you will use your Blending Brushes with inks to create the night scene in the following colors:

• Fresh Freesia (Bottom of Layer)
• Orchid Oasis (Middle of Layer)
• Starry Sky (Top of Layer)

Dab blending brush in ink color. Dab off excess on scrap paper and using a soft, circular repetitive motion, add colors to your scene. Think ombre look but it does not have to be perfect. Do each color several times until you've worked across the layer. I like to come in from the sides or from the bottom or top and then work my way into the center of the layer for softer colors around the kids. When you are happy with your night sky gently remove the masks.

Color the kids in entirely with the Stampin' Write Marker in Basic Black. I like about two layers for a really opaque black look. Repeat same with the adorable dog! 

Optional: Add some scene details. With Grassy Grove Stamp Set stamp in Stayz On Black, Stamp twice at the feet of the charcters so it looks like they are walking on grass.

Optional: Add some spooky branches with the long branch stamp from Seasonal Branches Stamp Set in Stayz On or Memento Black. Come in above the kids on either side.

Glue the plaid pattern to your Basic Black card base.

Glue the scene of the kids next. I actually like to color around the edges of this layer with the Stampin' Write Marker in Basic Black as well. This is optional but do this before gluing to card.

Add moon between the two kids with dimensionals. 

Stamp sentiment "Boo!" from Cottage Wreaths Stamp Set on smaller cloud with Orchid Oasis ink. Add to card with Mini dimensional. Very slightly overlap with moon.

Stamp sentiment "Here for you" from By Your Side Stamp Set with Orchid Oasis ink. Add to card with Mini dimensional. Very slightly overlap with moon.

Finish with Sparkle Gems! I thought Silver stood out like stars in that dark sky!

Treat Bag Topper (Sandwich Size Baggie)

MEASUREMENTS

• Treat Topper Base: 5 x 7" Score at 2-1/2" (Basic Black Cardstock)
• Basic White Layer: 2-1/4 x 6-3/4"
• (1) 2-3/8" Circle Punch (Lemon Lolly Cardstock)
• (2) Die Cut Clouds (I used Lazy Days Dies for the cloud shapes)
• (3) Sparkle Gems in Black

INSTRUCTIONS

Repeat the same exact steps to make your plaid pattern as instructed on the card but this time it's on the 2-1/4 x 6-3/4" size.

Stamp your boy and and dog from the By My Side Stamp Set in Memento Tuxedo Black ink directly onto the plaid pattern on the right side. Color stamped images in fully with Stampin' Write Basic Black Marker.

Glue Moon to the left side.

Stamp branches in Memento Tuxedo Black ink onto the plaid layer and slightly overlapping on the moon from both sides.

Stamp sentiments on clouds just like the card only this time I used "Boo!" from Cottage Wreath Stamp Set and "Hi, Sweet Friend" from By My Side in Memento Tuxedo Black ink.

Glue clouds so they slightly overlap the moon on both sides.

Finish with Sparkle Gems in Black.

NOTE: The width of my sandwich bag measured around 6-3/4" so that's why my topper is 7" but you can adjust this topper size depending on your treat bag size.

I hope you enjoyed today's Halloween Card and Treat Topper!

Here are some visuals of the card steps if you need them!

Showing the mask over the stamped images for when you add your night sky. Coloring the silhouette. Remove your mask gently. While I can make a mask last several rounds I can't guarantee it will work after the first use. Just be patient and take your time removing your masks.

Happy Crafting!

Melinda

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