introducing pumpkin patch and autumn chicken scratch paper...

Hello there and welcome to Day 2 of the August Papertrey Ink countdown.  I am so happy to get to share with you the darling new Pumpkin Patch stamp set and die collection, along with the new Autumn Chicken Scratch paper pad.  This is truly my most favorite time of year, so I was tickled to get to showcase this line-up of products.

 

I created my first card by die cutting my pumpkins from white cardstock and then stamping them using the Pumpkin Patch stamp set in Terracotta Tile ink.  I then stamped the center of each pumpkin on a scrap of white cardstock using Orange Zest ink, and then cut them out, and adhered them to each pumpkin using dimensional adhesive.   

My stems were stamped in Spring Moss with the vines in Simple Chartreuse.  I added berries from the Stacked Statements stamp set using Autumn Rose ink, and Dark Chocolate hearts from the Desktop Design stamp set.  I stamped my sentiment on a die cut Double Ended Banners die , and added patterned paper from the Autumn Chicken Scratch paper pad, and a strip of Canyon Clay Swiss Dot Satin to finish.

I used the rock and roll technique on my next card, stamping my pumpkin in Terracotta Tile, with the edges rolled in Canyon Clay.  I used the same technique to piece together my pumpkin and create dimension.

I made it a focal point by framing it in using the Garden Variety II stamp set, stamped on a die cut Monthly Moments:  Journal Card 2 and stamped in Autumn Rose and Ripe Avocado.  

My autumn leaves stamped across the base of the pumpkin are from the new Quilted:  Autumn stamp set and are stamped in Pure Poppy, Summer Sunrise, Harvest Gold, and Scarlet Jewel.  I added more Autumn Chicken Scratch Gingham across the bottom, and added my sentiment at the top, stamped in Scarlet Jewel.  In the upper right corner, I used the Autumn Adornments stamp set.

On my next project, I used a small Linen Drawstring Bag and a block of muslin with frayed edges.  I used embroidery floss and handstitching around the edges and adhered this to my bag.

I then die cut a small pumpkin from Autumn Chicken Scratch Paper and stamped over the patterned paper using the Pumpkin Patch stamp and Orange Zest ink.  I then stamped the center of my pumpkin on a scrap of paper using Summer Sunrise ink, cut it out, and added it to the center of my pumpkin using dimensional adhesive.  The stem was also stamped on a scrap of paper using Ripe Avocado ink, cut out, and added to the top.

I embellished the top of my pumpkin using Vintage Cream and Simply Chartreuse felt and The Best is Yet to Be die collection.  The sentiment for my bag comes from the Friendship  Jar:  Fall Fillers stamp set, with the label from the Jar Label die.

And I couldn't let this set out of my hands without trying out a few pink pumpkins :).  I used the stamping off technique and created a stack of pumpkins at the bottom of my card. I used Autumn Rose, Melon Berry, Sweet Blush, Berry Sorbet, and Spring Moss.  I still love using my Gelatos to add soft, smudging, so I added a bit of that over my stamped images as well.  

I stamped my sentiment in Autumn Rose ink, and added Vintage Cream and Autumn Rose felt flowers and Simply Chartreuse felt leaves from The Best is Yet to Be die collection, once again.  

I used the Autumn Adornments stamp set across the top, stamping in Spring Moss.  I then added a few Autumn Rose berries from the Stacked Statements stamp set.  I brought in a bit of shimmer by adding Stickles Diamond glitter to my pumpkins and berries.  To finish, I added sequins and some Vintage Cream satin ribbon.

Needless to say, this set will go down as a favorite of mine :).  Completely enchanting.

Thanks for visiting.  Be sure to follow the links below for more new products to check out.

Melis

Nichole Heady

Dawn McVey

Betsy Veldman

Amy Sheffer

 

Comments

[Patty O'Malley]

What a pretty set of cards, Melis! The drawstring bag is so cute. I love the fall season as well and these sweet stamps are perfect.

[jan metcalf]

So Grateful for You is an awesome card and Many Thanks IS enchanting!

[Donna M.]

I do believe you have taken my breath away! What a lovely set of projects to start my day with!

[adele]

I forgot about the gelato technique -- I liked it when it was featured in a Make It Monday challenge and then promptly forgot all about it. :-) I love the softness of your last card using stamping off and gelato smudging -- so pretty!

[Marcie Rhys]

You are seriously eroding my will power! These cards are FABULOUS.

Your use of the chicken scratch stamps has finally made me put the set in my cart. And your use of Autumn Rose with the oranges is really floating my boat (which I never thought could happen).

Your last card, with the pumpkins in pink, has me swooning. You and Papertrey are one of the reasons I look forward to fall now. I'll be back each day to be in awe of your arty goodness. Thank you.

[Cheryl S.]

Absolutely love your Happy Thanksgiving card and the cute little Linen Bag! Definitely adding these stamps to my PTI collection.

[Lois]

Thanks for the beautiful cards. I am always looking for fall card ideas.

[kelly]

your cards and creations get me every time. they are so lovely and fun and autumn is truly my favourite as well!

[Keri]

Your pink pumpkins are my FAVE! There truly isn't anything you can't do with the color pink. ;)

[Diana K]

So many really sweet autumn projects, Melissa. That drawstring bag and your pink pumpkins are my personal favourities.

[Cindy O]

Love those pink pumpkins!

[Leslie Scholes]

Your cards are beautiful & have me thinking outside of the "orange pumpkins" box... Thank you!!

[Jamie Vanskiver]

Your cards are always so feminine and beautiful!

[TamiBabs]

Beautiful!! It really 'makes' those cute little pumpkins to have the dimension in the middle - nice 3D touch!

[Karyn S]

More awesome work

[Jennifer K]

Such sweet and beautiful cards. You showcased the pumpkin set so wonderfully it makes me want to buy it so I can make a "Melissa" card. :)

[Jill Norwood]

Oh my sweet Autumn Goodness Melissa!!!!! I love fall with all of its coziness and these cards and sweet drawstring bag are making my heart melt! :) Adore them all!

[Kristy Schalk]

Your cards are always always always so wonderful!! The pink pumpkins are the best!!

[Kris]

I'm not surprised...ok...yes, I am...no, not really...totally amazed as always...pink pumpkins...delicious!

[Nancy Penir]

Adore your pumpkins! Always love when the garden frame comes out, it's so vintage and sets the tone for a big grin. Beautiful!

[geri]

Well, DUH!!! Of COURSE you had to give us some pink pumpkins...with PINK blossoms!;) Each and every project here is just lovely, Melissa! I KNEW this visit to see Fall products put to use on your blog would be a treat! You didn't disappoint! Thanks for the lovely inspiration!!!

[Kathy Krug]

I am gobsmacked. What you have done with pumpkins is is is.... I don't have a word for it. I love them all, but your Many Thanks is so elegant, and WOW a single layer. Who knew pumpkins could be so pretty.

[Nora]

You are my hero!! I LOVE all the beautiful projects you made with your pumpkins. The pink card? GENIUS!!! Stunning, stunning designs!!

[María Alba Negrón]

Hi Melissa,

Oh Melissa, you did it again!!!!!!!!!! Since we don't have season's in Puerto Rico, I decided to wait for your renditions to buy this one, don't get me wrong I was going to buy it regardless, just because you were the focal point inspiration, but I would have waited till next month. Now I HAVE TO HAVE IT!!!!!!!!
I do have a word for your work, I invented it and have been using it only with PTI designers, but specially with you, your work is SCRUMPTILICIOUS!!!!!!!!!! It is the combination of Scrumptious and delicious, and YES you are welcome!!!!!!!!

Cariños,
María Alba

[Michele W]

Love the pink pumpkins. So much creativity. I really loved all your designs. Thanks so much for sharing!