Technically, my first order of 2026 was my January Paper Pumpkin kit and I just got my shipment notification today (yay) but I'm going to share what I recently ordered...
1.) The add-on dies "Beautiful Blooms" for Jan, Feb and March Paper Pumpkin Kits...
Why? Honestly, I collect them and it's in my budget and I'll be getting all of the kits that pair with it. Plus, if you like to make alternate projects like I do it's a must have.
https://www.stampinup.com/products/beautiful-blooms-dies?demoid=2212777
2.) Easter Joy Specialty Designer Series Paper
Why? Because I LOVE making Easter cards and this will help the February Paper Pumpkin kit go a long way (alternates).
Did I want the suite? Yes, but when the budget is tight and I know I have a stamp set coming in the kit that will work with this paper I decided to pass on stamp and die set (for now)... I may change my mind but I'm thinking this will work.
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3.) Balmy Blue Gingham Ribbon
It's gingham. I couldn't resist!
Also, I need to add some ribbon to my collection for Spring 2026
NOTE: I wish they would do a gingham ribbon for one of our color collections! Wouldn't that be fun?
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https://www.stampinup.com/products/balmy-blue-1-4-6-4-mm-gingham-ribbon?demoid=2212777
4.) Easter Assortment
While I anticipate the Paper Pumpkin kit will have fun embellishments I couldn't pass up the Easter Assortment.
Also, I need to add some pastel embellishments for Spring 2026. I am really low (surprisingly low) on embellishments right now.
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5.) Multipurpose Liquid Glue
No explanation needed for this one. Am I right?
NOTE: However, how thrilling would it be to see one of these in a Paper Pumpkin Kit? It's on my wish list that they add some different types of glue occasionally outside of the adhesive dots and dimensionals, but that might be a kit collector thing too. For those of us who get 12 kits a year we have enough dimensionals to fully stock six craft rooms and I love dimensionals, don't get me wrong, but a crafter can dream right?
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Now, I do want to mention something taking a look at the February 2026 Paper Pumpkin Kit's color palette...
3 of the 6 colors are OUTGOING In Colors meaning they retire when the new Annual catalog launches in a couple of months (Shy Shamrock, Pretty in Pink, Peach Pie, Summer Splash and Petunia Pop).
I know it's only January but if you love these colors and your are low on cardstock or re-inkers or any of the In Color products for 2024-2026 Collection you shouldn't wait on those and Bonus Days is a great time to pick them up.
Since I won't quite make the Valentine's Day timeline in terms of getting back on to a filming schedule with card videos for you, I'm jumping ahead to Easter!
What was in your first order of 2026?
If you have not subscribed to the February 2026 Paper Pumpkin Kit: Celebrate Spring yet, here is the link: https://www.stampinup.com/products/paper-pumpkin-subscription/?demoid=2212777
Happy Crafting!
Melinda
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