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Kim McGillis

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Welcome to my blog!

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

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    Cardmaking | tutorials

    Post It Holder featuring the Valley In Bloom Collection

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    Cardmaking | Paper Pumpkin Alternate | papercrafting

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    Cardmaking

    Ideas Using Stampin’ Up!’s Mix & Match Collection

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There’s something so beautiful about adding textur There’s something so beautiful about adding texture and dimension to florals! 🌸✨

I used @stampinupofficial ‘s Velvet Meadow Suite and had so much fun mixing techniques. I transformed the Notes & Totes Dies into a charming little fence, then combined the gorgeous velvet paper flowers with others that I watercolored for added depth and softness.

To make the blooms even more realistic, I layered several petals together. I absolutely love how much dimension those tiny flowers create!

Which detail is your favourite: the fence, the velvet flowers, or the watercoloring? 💕

If you’d like more details on how I created these flowers, comment “velvet flowers” below, and I’ll be happy to share!

#StampinUp #VelvetMeadowSuite #HandmadeCards #Cardmaking #PaperCrafting
I am excited to share my artisan design team month I am excited to share my artisan design team monthly group creations. I made two cards and a gift bag featuring @stampinupofficial ‘s Velvet Meadow Suite Collection from the May-August 2026 Catalogue.

Just like Taylor Swift is famous for hiding Easter eggs for her fans, I’ve hidden a special technique or creative detail in each of my crafting projects! Swipe ⬅️

Every project has its own little “Easter egg” waiting to be discovered. Can you spot them all? 🔍

Leave a comment and tell me which hidden technique or surprise you found first! I’d love to see if you catch them all. I can’t wait to share more about them soon! 

Hop along with us to see all of the beautiful creations from the group and get inspired!

Next in our Hop is the talented Sara  @kisskreative  Be sure to check out her wonderful projects! 

Full list of hoppers for Instagram:
Anja Beckmann @1stampingnightowl
Kim McGillis @kim_mcgillis
Sara Sayers @kisskreative
Sonja Linecker @kreativ_mit_sunshinesonja
Tammy Wilson @stampspaperscissors

#ArtisanDesignTeam #StampinUp
#ArtisanShowcase #stampinupcanada #papercraftingtip
We all have never-ending to-do lists, so I decided We all have never-ending to-do lists, so I decided to create a Post-it Note Holder! It features @stampinupofficial ‘s Waterside Retreat Designer Series Paper.

This project was created for the French design team tutorial group @laccentcreatif where I’m the featured designer this month. ⚓️

I hope this little project inspires you to create something fun and practical with your Designer Series Paper. Let me know what you think in the comments! 💙

#StampinUp #WatersideRetreat #PostItNoteHolder #PaperCrafting #laccentcreatif
Think outside the box… And that is what we did wit Think outside the box… And that is what we did with the May 2026 @paperpumpkin  Kit… we have come together to create 12 inspiring alternate projects using the Sparkling Celebrations Kit. Think out of the ordinary ideas, creative twists, and even more ways to stretch your supplies. 

Swipe ⬅️ to see our 12 sneak peeks & meet the design team. 

Here’s the best part, we have 3 options to meet your needs: 
✨ Customers who purchase the paper pumpkin kit with one of us during the month will earn our exclusive tutorial FREE
✨ Team members also receive it FREE monthly
✨ Or simply purchase the tutorial 

Links In comments … or comment “Kit” for details 

#PaperPumpkin #cardkit #BeyondPaperPumpkin #StampinUp #stampinupcanada
Sometimes all it takes is one simple card idea to Sometimes all it takes is one simple card idea to inspire an entire collection of coordinating projects!

What started as a plain, simple card turned into a beautiful stationery gift set with four coordinating cards and a matching box! I absolutely love @stampinupofficial ‘s Extraordinary Life Bundle. It pairs beautifully with the Beautiful Ordinary Life Suite Collection, creating projects that feel both elegant and timeless.

I’m also obsessed with the Greetings For All Mix & Match Ephemera Pack! The sentiments are available in French. Having these ready-to-use greetings on hand really speeds up the cardmaking process while still giving your projects a polished, professional look.

This stationery set was so much fun to create, and I love how all the coordinating products work together to make designing effortless.

#StampinUp #ExtraordinaryLife #BeautifulOrdinaryLife #GreetingsForAll #mixandmatch
Today is a very special day as I celebrate my 20th Today is a very special day as I celebrate my 20th Stampin’ Up! Anniversary! 💕 Twenty years ago, I joined this incredible journey with a love for creativity, paper crafting, and sharing handmade inspiration. I could never have imagined the friendships, memories, and opportunities that would come from saying “yes” all those years ago.

From the bottom of my heart, thank you to everyone who has been part of this journey. To my wonderful customers, thank you for supporting my business, attending classes and events, and allowing me to be a part of your creative adventures. To my amazing team members, thank you for your friendship, encouragement, and for sharing your passion for crafting alongside me. To my loyal followers, thank you for cheering me on, engaging with my projects, and inspiring me every day.

And a very special thank you to my hubby, whose support, patience, and encouragement has helped make this journey possible. Your belief in me has meant more than words can express.

Over the past 20 years, I’ve shared countless cards, projects, retreats, classes, and creative moments, but the greatest gift has been the connections and friendships built along the way. I am truly grateful for every person who has been part of this incredible chapter.

Here’s to celebrating the past 20 years and looking forward to many more years of creativity, inspiration, and crafting together! 🥂✨

#CraftingCommunity #CreativeJourney #KimMcGillisPapercrafting #TwentyYearsOfCreativity #stampinup

As a special thank you, if you’re on my email list, be sure to check your inbox today for an exclusive anniversary offering!
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