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Kim McGillis

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Hi! I’m Kim McGillis, the Founder and Designer of  Kim McGillis Papercrafting.

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    Country Cottage Suite November Tutorial

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    Simple Cardmaking with Stampin’ Up!’s Shining Stars Dies

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    A Little Fall Magic with Seasonal Mix & Match 🍂

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  • October 2026 Color Fuser Blog Hop
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Welcome to the November Global Ink Collective Desi Welcome to the November Global Ink Collective Design Team InstaHop! There’s always so much beautiful inspiration to share, and I love seeing how everyone brings their own creative style to the same collection. I hope you’ll grab a cuppa, hop along with us, and enjoy all the gorgeous sneak peeks!

We’re also excited to welcome the lovely Kayla Renee Macaulay (@kaylareneestamps) to the team this month! Welcome, Kayla! 🥰

Our November tutorial bundle features @stampinupofficial ‘s Country Cottage Suite Collection — soft florals, warm neutrals, delicate details and a touch of shabby chic charm. It’s right up my alley!

My Project: This suite truly reflects my personal crafting style! I especially love the beautiful Designer Series Paper, with its soft colors, gorgeous patterns, shabby chic feel, and delicate trim and details. So much to love! 🤍

Want to make all the projects? Get our November PDF Tutorial:
✨ FREE with a qualifying purchase
✨ Or purchase the tutorial (offered globally)
✨ Free for team members

Details are on my blog post: https://kimmcgillis.com/country-cottage-suite-november-tutorial/

Next up on the hop: Kim Fee @simplyfairies_kimfee 🤍

Follow along with all our designers:

@kim_mcgillis
@simplyfairies_kimfee
@stampinwithstaceymarsh
@stampingbeautynz
@seeinginkspots
@maheswarirajaguru
@touchofjoycs
@designwithink
@kaylareneestamps
@sleeplessstamper
@alaskastamper

Be sure to hop all the way through and show these talented designers some love!

#GlobalInkCollective #StampinUp #CountryCottage #stampinupofficial  #papercrafting
⭐ The October Product of the Month was @stampinupo ⭐ The October Product of the Month was @stampinupofficial’s Shining Stars Dies, available for just $7 with a qualifying order!

I paired these fun dies with the beautiful Whispering Woods Designer Series Paper to create a simple card with a little extra sparkle. Sometimes a few pretty details are all you need!

Want to add these dies to your crafting collection?

✨ Comment STARS below and I’ll send you the link with all the details on how you can get yours!

#StampinUp #ProductOfTheMonth #ShiningStarsDies #WhisperingWoodsDSP #CardMakingInspiration
It’s time to start sharing some of my holiday proj It’s time to start sharing some of my holiday projects! 🎄❤️

I actually created these a while back using the Home for Christmas bundle from @stampinupofficial and I’m so excited to finally start giving you a little sneak peek of what I’ve been working on!

#StampinUp #HomeForChristmas #HandmadeForTheHolidays #PaperCrafting
Welcome to the Painted Collage Artisan Showcase In Welcome to the Painted Collage Artisan Showcase InstaHop!

We’re members of the Stampin’ Up!® 2026 Artisan Design Team sharing projects created for Creativity Now, a demonstrator-only crafting event. Enjoy a peek at the Painted Collage Suite Collection before its November release! ✨

My project, A little shabby chic with a touch of vintage charm. I love the soft combination of Petal Pink and Golden Glow in this design, paired with the beautiful botanical elements from the Painted Collage Suite.

One of my favourite details is the faux ruched ribbon I created using the Designer Series Paper.  It adds lovely texture and dimension while tying all the layers together. Finished with delicate die cuts, a touch of linen thread, and a few embellishments, this card has just the vintage-inspired look I was going for!

👉 Hop next to my talented friend Vicki @vickiboucher

Follow along for more inspiration! 

🎨 Pamela Blackwell @restoringjoystudio
🎨 Julia Maser @creative.ju
🎨 Kim McGillis @kim_mcgillis
🎨 Vicki Boucher @vickiboucher
🎨 Michelle Pepper @stampwithmichellenz
🎨 Anja Beckmann @1stampingnightowl
🎨 Sara Sayers @KISSKreative
🎨 Debbie Scott @blueeyedstamper
🎨 Teri West @alaskastamper
🎨 Berdien Weideveld @berdien_weideveld
🎨 Aurélie Fabre @autour.du.papier
🎨 Andrea Sargent @andreaksargent
🎨 Lara Moss @scrappykea
🎨 Sarine Zijderveld @sarinezijderveld

An unofficial hop hosted by 2026 Artisan Design Team members.

#StampinUp #ArtisanDesignTeam #PaintedCollage #CreativityNow #InstaHop
For my first mini card featuring the Secret Sea Wi For my first mini card featuring the Secret Sea Witch Hat, I combined the Harvest Hues and Harvest & Holly Mix & Match Ephemera Packs for a fun, layered design.

The Neutrals Jute Combo Pack and 2026–2028 In Color Dots add those perfect finishing touches, but my favorite detail has to be the beautiful leaf texture created with the Seasonal Cheer Mini Embossing Folders! 🍃

✨ A little shopping tip! These embossing folders are on the Last Chance list! If they’re on your wish list, now’s the time to grab them before they’re gone!

#StampinUp #MiniCards #FallCardmaking #PaperCrafting #StampinUpCanada ArtisanDesignTeam
This card is giving all the pumpkin spice latte vi This card is giving all the pumpkin spice latte vibes, and I just can’t get enough of it!

Using the Harvest Hues Mix & Match Ephemera Pack and Harvest and Holly Mix & Match Specialty Ephemera Pack, I brought together the sweetest coffee cups, delicate leaves, pretty flowers, and a little book to create the cosiest autumn scene. 

I love the combination of Petal Pink and Cajun Craze, finished with that beautiful gold sentiment! 

How perfect this card would be as an invitation to book club? Or for that special friend where you can pair it with a favorite novel, a handwritten recipe, or an invitation to enjoy a pumpkin spice latte together! ☕

Because handmade cards are about more than paper and pretty embellishments. They’re about sharing love, creating connections, and making someone’s day a little more special.

#StampinUp #PumpkinKissesAndHarvestWishes #FallCardMaking #HandmadeCards #bookclub
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