6 Special Delivery Paper Pumpkin Alternative Cards

Today I’m finally sharing my alternate cards for the Special Delivery Paper Pumpkin kit from January.

December threw me a little plot twist — I had surgery on my right thumb thanks to a stubborn case of osteoarthritis. Since that’s my dominant hand, my crafting strength took a temporary vacation. And as much as I wanted to keep up with everything, something had to give… so Paper Pumpkin landed on the back burner for a bit.

The good news is… I’m finally getting my strength back, and it feels so good to be creating again. Today I’m excited to share six alternative cards using the January 2026 Special Delivery Paper Pumpkin kit — a fun mix of fresh layouts, clever kit pieces, and that happy-mail charm this kit is known for. Proof that creativity waits patiently, even when life hits the pause button.

168613 – Special Delivery Paper Pumpkin Kit*

• Makes 9 cards: 3 each of 3 designs
• Special Delivery Photopolymer Stamp Set
• Precut paper pieces & adhesive
• Colors: Blueberry Bushel, Bubble Bath, Darling Duckling, Garden Green, gold, Mossy Meadow, Poppy Parade (Stampin’ Spot)

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💙 Dawn’s Favorite:

As I played with the Special Delivery kit, one design stood out to me.

• I fell in love the soft blue floral colors
• And the sentiment “You Brighten My Day,” radiated warmth and connection

✂️How’d She DO That? Card A

• Kit Elements:
  • from kit card #1 (cut large panel in half to 2-3/4″ x 4-1/4″)
  • from kit card #3 (3″ x 4-1/4″ strip from envelope, blue floral spray die cut, sentiment label)
• Extra Paper:
  • Basic White Thick (5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″ card base),
  • Misty Moonlight (scrap for punch)
• Ink: Misty Moonlight
• Other: Paper Trimmer, Labeled With Love Punch, Linen Thread

More Special Delivery alternatives…

✂️How’d She DO That? Card B

• Kit Elements: (from card kit #3)
  • Three “postage” die cuts (as shown)
• Extra Paper:
  • Basic White Thick (5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″ card base)
  • Basic White (3-1/4″ square)
  • Blueberry Bushel (3-1/2″ square)
• Ink: Blueberry Bushel
• Other: Paper Trimmer, Basic Rhinestone Jewels

✂️How’d She DO That? Card C

• Kit Elements:
  • from kit card #1 (4″ x 5-1/4″ from front of envelope, flower & leaf die cuts)
  • from kit card #3 (postage die cut).
• Extra Paper:
  • Basic White Thick (5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″ card base)
• Other: Paper Trimmer, Garden Green 1/8″ Chevron Ribbon

✂️How’d She DO That? Card D

• Kit Elements:
  • from kit card #1 (1-3/4″ x 5-1/4″ from envelope flap)
  • from kit card #3 (1/2″ x 5-1/4″ from pink card base, postage die cut).
• Extra Paper:
  • Basic White Thick (5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″ card base)
  • Garden Green (1-5/8″ x 2-1/8″)
• Ink: Garden Green
• Other: Paper Trimmer, Bubble Bath 1/8″ Faux Linen Ribbon

✂️How’d She DO That? Card E

• Kit Elements:
  • from kit card #2:
    • cut card base to 4″ x 5-1/4″
    • cut large panel in half to 2-1/2″ x 3-3/4″
    • flower die cut
  • from kit card #3 (postage die cut – stamp sentiment on white side)
• Extra Paper:
  • Basic White Thick (5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″ card base)
• Ink: Garden Green
• Other: Paper Trimmer, Garden Green 1/8″ Chevron Ribbon

✂️How’d She DO That? Card F

• Kit Elements:
  • from kit card #1 (cut foil piece in half to 2-1/4″ x 3-3/16)
  • from kit card #2 (large & small flowers and circle die cuts)
  • from kit card #3 (cut card base to 4″ x 5-1/4″)
• Extra Paper:
  • Basic White Thick (5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″ card base)
• Ink: Garden Green
• Other: Paper Trimmer, Linen Thread

❤️ Thanks for hanging in there with me while I ease back into crafting. This Special Delivery kit turned out to be just what I needed — simple pieces, sweet imagery, and plenty of room to play while my hand continues to regain strength. I hope these six alternative ideas spark a little inspiration for your own kit, whether you’re crafting right on schedule or catching up at your own pace.

🡒 Leave a comment on today’s post…which one is your favorite?

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Dawn Olchefske, Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator

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Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock [159229]	Misty Moonlight 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [153081]	Blueberry Bushel 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146968]	Garden Green 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [102584]	Misty Moonlight Classic Stampin' Pad [153118]
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