Hey Y’all! Can you believe it’s almost September? It feels like August just got started, but fall crafting is already in full swing with some exciting new products just around the corner. The SeptemberPaper Pumpkin Kit—Aspens of Gratitude is now available to subscribe to, for now the gorgeous Product of the Month Glow of Harvest Specialty DSP is available, but I have a feeling it may sell out soon. There are still some great finds on the Last Chance Products List, and don’t miss 15% off on select Designer Series Paper and Cardstock through August 31.

And then there’s September 1! A brand-new catalog, new Online Exclusives, and gorgeous new Hot Foil products are all coming our way. I’ve already had a chance to create with some of the new products, and believe me, there is a LOT to be excited about!

With so much coming, this is also a great time to think about joining my Christie Crafts Team. Demonstrators get early access to new products, a discount on their Stampin’ Up! purchases, and the opportunity to start creating with many of these new goodies before everyone else. Whether you’re interested in building a business or simply want the perks and discount for yourself, I’d love to have you join us!

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Before you go, be sure to check out this week’s featured projects starring the Spooktacular Designer Series Paper. I had so much fun creating an assortment of Halloween treat packaging with this playful paper—and I’m sharing FREE tutorials so you can make some of these spooky-cute treats, too!

Four Halloween-themed treat bags featuring designs of a skull, a pumpkin, Frankenstein's monster, and a cartoonish monster, each with playful facial expressions.

Four Halloween-themed party hats featuring a pumpkin, a monster, a ghost, and a skull, placed on a green background.

Four Halloween-themed treat boxes featuring a vampire, a pumpkin, a skeleton, and Frankenstein's monster, each with a 'Boo to you!' tag and black and white checked ribbon on a green background.

Thank you so much for spending a little time with me this week. I truly appreciate your support and love having you as part of the Christie Crafts community. Be sure to keep scrolling for all the details, project inspiration, and handy links to each of the featured products. There is so much coming that you definitely don’t want to miss!

Until next time, I hope you find a little time to create something beautiful.

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September Paper Pumpkin—Aspens of Gratitude

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Fall crafting is just around the corner, and the September Paper Pumpkin Kit—Aspens of Gratitude is filled with the warm, cozy colors of the season! Featuring beautifully hand-painted woodland designs, this all-inclusive kit makes 10 cards—5 each of 2 designs—with coordinating envelopes, precut pieces, self-adhesive gems, and everything you need to create and share a little gratitude. You’ll even have two stamp options for each label, making it easy to personalize your cards.

And there’s something NEW tucked inside September’s kit! Aspens of Gratitude Kit will be the first Paper Pumpkin kit to include Stampin’ Up!’s brand-new Premium Stampin’ Spot. The redesigned ink pad features an updated case and a larger inking surface, giving Paper Pumpkin subscribers an early opportunity to try it out. Love the new design? An assortment of the new Premium Stampin’ Spots will also be available to purchase beginning September 1!

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Subscribe August 11–September 10 to receive the September Aspens of Gratitude Kit delivered right to your door!

Subscribers can also purchase the coordinating Detailed Flora Dies, designed to work with the July, August, and September Paper Pumpkin kits. I’ve had a chance to create with these dies, and I have to say—they are fabulous! They’re available only while supplies last, so don’t wait if you’d like to add them to your collection.

Detailed Flora Dies Add-On #168664 —available only while supplies last!

A collection of decorative shapes including a circular peach-colored base, a circular white cardstock with a decorative border, and various floral and leaf die-cuts in pastel colors.

👉 Subscribe to Paper Pumpkin!

Flowering Meadow Online Class—Free with Any Purchase During August

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Step into a field of beautiful blooms with this month’s Flowering Meadow bundle! Inspired by colorful wildflowers and soft garden florals, these elegant projects are perfect for celebrating birthdays, sending heartfelt thanks, and brightening someone’s day. As my thank-you for shopping with me, you’ll receive the Flowering Meadow Online Class PDF FREE with any purchase from my ONLINE STORE during August. Inside you’ll find detailed step-by-step tutorials, full-color photos, measurements, and creative inspiration to help you recreate each project or use the ideas as a starting point for your own unique creations. I can’t wait to see what you create with this gorgeous collection!

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Calendar Updates

September 1st: Customer Launch September-December 2026 Catalog
September 1st: Kit Day and New Product of the Month
September 1st: Customer Launch Radiance Awaits Stampin’ Hot Foil Collection
September 1st: 2026 Stampin’ Up! Virtual Card Retreat – October Card Retreat Kit Launch
September 22nd: Demonstrator Launch November Online Exclusives
October 6th: Kit Day and New Product of the Month
November 3rd: Customer Launch November Online Exclusives
November 3rd: Kit Day and New Product of the Month

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Joining Stampin’ Up! is now simpler than ever and includes a surprise Welcome Box filled with exclusive goodies for first-time demonstrators. Plus, new demonstrators will receive a $125 shopping credit, eight free catalogs, and all the amazing perks that come with being part of the Stampin’ Up! community.

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The exclusive August Product of the Month features the stunning Glow of Harvest Specialty Designer Series Paper, filled with beautiful fall-inspired patterns and a pearlized shimmer that’s perfect for cards, scrapbook pages, and all your seasonal projects. You can add it to your order for just $5 with a qualifying $75 purchase, only while supplies last.

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Through August 31, save 15% on select Designer Series Paper and Cardstock. If you’ve been eyeing a favorite paper collection or need to restock your crafting basics, now is the perfect time to save—while supplies last!

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Browse our selection of Last Chance Products. Additional items are added every other month. These products are available only while supplies last so remember to buy them before they are discontinued! Discounts vary and are subject to change.

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The Kits Collection is designed for everyone—from brand-new crafters to experienced makers who want a quick, stress-free creative escape. Everything you need is included, so you can spend more time creating and less time gathering supplies.

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Christie Cares—a simple way to spread a little joy through happy mail. If you’d love to receive a handcrafted card from me every once in a while, just sign up for FREE! It’s my small way of adding a little kindness to the world.