If you’re anything like me, Designer Series Paper is one of the first things you flip to when a new catalog arrives! During this week’s live, I gave everyone a first look at the gorgeous papers coming in the Stampin’ Up! September–December 2026 Catalog.
Last week I shared my unboxing video, but this week we went much deeper. I had already prepared my Paper Share samples, making it possible to show every pattern, specialty finish, and coordinating design. Whether you’re planning holiday cards, scrapbook layouts, or everyday projects, there is something to love in this new collection.
Watch the replay below, then join me as we explore all of the beautiful new papers.
Watch the Replay
Why I Love a Paper Share
Every new catalog, one of the first things I prepare is my Designer Series Paper Share.
I cut every paper into 6″ x 6″ samples so you can experience every collection without purchasing every package. Each paper is labeled with:
- The Designer Series Paper name
- Coordinating Stampin’ Up! colors
- Original paper size
It’s one of the easiest ways to explore the new catalog and decide which collections become your favorites.
Winter Dreams Specialty Designer Series Paper
One of the first collections I shared was Winter Dreams, an Online Exclusive specialty paper.
Unlike traditional Designer Series Paper, this collection features a raised textured finish that adds beautiful dimension to snowflakes and sweater-inspired patterns.
Some of my favorite designs include:
- Delicate snowflakes
- Cozy sweater textures
- Large snowflake backgrounds
Because of the specialty finish, I think a little of this paper will go a long way on holiday cards.
Yuletide Carols
If you enjoy vintage Christmas designs, Yuletide Carols is going to be a favorite.
This collection features:
- Vintage sheet music
- Cut-apart journaling cards
- Traditional Christmas patterns
- Coordinating reverse-side designs
I’m always drawn to music-themed paper for Christmas cards, and these backgrounds will make beautiful focal layers.
Sunflower Fields
One collection immediately moved to the top of my favorites list.
Sunflower Fields combines warm autumn colors with gorgeous floral images and coordinating patterns.
Highlights include:
- Beautiful sunflower bouquets
- Cajun Craze color palette
- Old Olive stripes
- Coordinating grids, dots, and plaids
If you’ve followed me for a while, you know that Cajun Craze is one of my favorite colors every fall, so I know this paper will get plenty of use this season.
All Wrapped Up Specialty Paper
This specialty paper isn’t just beautiful—it’s practical.
The heavier glossy cardstock includes silver foil accents that make it ideal for:
- Holiday cards
- Gift boxes
- 3D projects
- Gift packaging
The silver details woven throughout the greenery, bows, and plaid patterns give these papers a festive elegance that’s difficult to capture in photos.
Hearth & Home
One of the most unique collections in the catalog is Hearth & Home.
Instead of traditional repeating patterns, this 12″ x 12″ paper is divided into individual 3″ x 3″ and 4″ x 4″ squares, each featuring a different design.
That means you can quickly create:
- Card fronts
- Scrapbook accents
- Journaling blocks
- Layered focal points
The coordinating striped and woodgrain reverse sides make mixing and matching incredibly easy.
Timeless Christmas
If you’re looking for quick Christmas cards, Timeless Christmas delivers.
This collection includes pages filled with:
- Ready-to-use tags
- Sentiment panels
- Christmas trees
- Gingerbread images
- Polka dots
- Holiday labels
Many of these elements can simply be cut apart and layered onto a card base for fast holiday projects.
Autumn Opulence
One surprise from the catalog was Autumn Opulence.
At first glance, I wasn’t sure why it was labeled as a specialty paper—until I discovered the included die-cut punch-out sheet.
The package contains:
- Acorns
- Leaves
- Wreaths
- Tags
- Journaling pieces
- Foldable pockets for scrapbooking
It’s almost like getting a package of coordinating ephemera included with your Designer Series Paper.
The rich Blackberry Bliss, Cajun Craze, and Golden Glow color palette makes this collection especially striking.
Texture & Tone
Every paper crafter needs neutral papers to balance bold floral and holiday designs.
That’s exactly what Texture & Tone provides.
Filled with subtle stripes, checks, dots, and textured patterns, these papers coordinate beautifully with many other Designer Series Paper collections and are perfect for adding just the right finishing touch to your projects.
A Little Christmas
This adorable collection may be one of the most charming in the catalog.
The playful little mice appear throughout the paper:
- Decorating Christmas trees
- Baking
- Singing carols
- Filling stockings
- Building gingerbread houses
The package also includes large cut-apart elements that make creating Christmas cards quick and easy.
I can already imagine these becoming favorite cards for children and families.
Alpine Winter
If masculine holiday cards are on your list this year, take a look at Alpine Winter.
Featuring:
- Pinecones
- Buffalo check
- Woodgrain
- Snowy trees
- Winter landscapes
- Ski-inspired backgrounds
this collection is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and winter-themed projects.
Neutral Noel Specialty Paper
Another standout specialty collection is Neutral Noel.
This heavier-weight glossy paper features:
- Gold foil accents
- Pinecones
- Trees
- Sprigs
- Textured finishes
Because the designs are so elegant, even small pieces create a beautiful impact on a card.
Whispering Woods
One of the most meaningful collections in the catalog is Whispering Woods.
For every package sold, Stampin’ Up! will donate $3 to organizations that help spread holiday cheer around the world.
Along with supporting a wonderful cause, the paper itself is gorgeous, featuring:
- Woodland animals
- Watercolor trees
- Forest scenes
- Coordinating textures and brushstroke patterns
I have a feeling you’ll be seeing this collection often in my upcoming projects.
Painted Patch
Fall lovers won’t want to miss Painted Patch.
This collection combines pumpkins, florals, stripes, and coordinating autumn patterns in a fresh color palette that includes Cajun Craze, Golden Glow, Pool Party, and Calypso Coral.
It’s a wonderful reminder that autumn cards don’t always have to use traditional colors.
Mosaic Garden
Although this paper appears in the holiday catalog, it’s perfect all year long.
Featuring:
- Pretty Peacock
- Crisp Cantaloupe
- Hydrangea Hill-inspired hues
- Mosaic florals
- Coordinating watercolor patterns
it’s a versatile collection that works beautifully for everyday cards as well as scrapbook layouts.
Coming Soon: My September–December Paper Share
This preview is just the beginning!
I’ll be announcing my September–December 2026 Designer Series Paper Share later in August. In addition to all of the Designer Series Papers featured here, the Paper Share will also include the new specialty foil papers and coordinating glimmer papers that I wasn’t able to share during the live.
If you’d like to be among the first to receive all the details when registration opens, let me know and I’ll add you to my interest list.
Which Collection Is Your Favorite?
After seeing all of these beautiful papers, it’s hard to choose just one favorite!
Are you drawn to the cozy holiday collections, the rich autumn colors, or the versatile everyday designs?
Leave a comment below and let me know which Designer Series Paper you’re most excited to craft with this fall.
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