May 23 2025

Flip Flap Card!

Posted on May 23, 2025 by Laura's Stamp Pad

I have really been loving this Flip Flap style of card and find myself creating it over and over in different designs. I’m not sure what to call it so I’m going with Flip Flap! LOL Here’s hoping you love it and try it out too!

The best part about this card is that you can use both the front and back of a sheet of Designer Paper!!! Eeee That is super fabulous especially when creating with the Florals In Bloom Designer Series Paper! I just love flowers!!!

Start with a piece of cardstock (Garden Green) measuring 8-3/4″ x 4-1/4″, scored at 5-1/2″. The flap will be on the right hand side folding in! Layer a piece of Designer Paper on this right side flap measuring 3″ x 4″. I love measurements like this because then there is no waste in a sheet of 12″ x 12″ Designer Paper.

Florals In Bloom Card, www.LaurasStampPad.com

Next, layer a piece of coordinating cardstock (Secret Sea) on the “inside” of the card in the center measuring 4-1/2″ x 3-1/4″. Then adhere a piece of cardstock (Garden Green) measuring 8-1/2″ x 3″ and scored at 4-1/4″ onto the inside layer. This creates a mini card in the center of the full size card! Layer a piece of Florals In Bloom Designer Paper to the front flap measuring 4″ x 2-3/4″.

Since I felt this paper was so beautiful and I didn’t want to cover it, I went with a very simple greeting for the front! Using the Sweet Blooms Stamp Set, I stamped Hello In Secret Sea Ink and then added a little leaf to the side. Since I didn’t want the leaf to over shadow the greeting, I stamped off once for a lighter look. The leaf was stamped in Garden Green. Using the To The Point Punch, I punched out the greeting but trimmed off the extra. Again, I didn’t want a huge greeting to hide the pretty flowers. The greeting was added with Stampin’ Dimensionals and then I embellished with a few Secret Sea In Color Flat Pearls!

Flip Flap Card Tutorial, www.LaurasStampPad.com

For the inside of the card, I added a piece of Basic White Cardstock measuring 4″ x 2-3/4″. You can always stamp a greeting of your choice on this piece. I added a little leaf from the Sweet Blooms Stamp Set in Garden Green Ink!

I hope you try out this fun Flip Flap Card yourself! Be sure to share it with me if you do! I have been using almost every Designer Paper Pack with this card design and loving them all! Check out the supplies below if you wish to recreate this card exactly! Want an amazing deal on these products?? Check out Stampin’ Up’s Special going on this month!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

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May 15 2025

The Ultimate Crafting Deal!

Posted on May 15, 2025 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Do you want the Ultimate Crafting Deal with Stampin’ Up!?!?!

Ultimate Crafting Deal, www.LaurasStampPad.com

Get $165 in Stampin’ Up! products for just $99!

Ready to take your creativity to the next level? Whether you’re a hobby crafter or thinking about turning your passion into a side hustle, this Starter Kit Special is your golden ticket!

Here’s What You Get:

$165 worth of products — You choose what goes in your kit!
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Exclusive perks like early access to new products, discounts, and a supportive crafting community
No pressure to sell — enjoy your discount and inspiration your way

Why Join Now?

It’s the best value Stampin’ Up! offers
You’ll be part of my Fabulous Friends Stamp team of supportive stampers
Enjoy ongoing 20–25% discounts on future orders
Gain access to tutorials, team events, and creative challenges

Whether you’re in it for the discount, the fun, or to start a creative business—you belong here. Over 21 years ago, I was asked by Meg if I wanted to join Stampin’ Up! because I loved the products so much and she thought I would love the discount and extra perks. I’m forever thankful that she asked me that day! So today I’m asking you! Would you like a fabulous discount, products you love and extra perks?!?
Let’s make something beautiful together!

Message me to get started with the Ultimate Crafting Deal or learn more! I’m happy to answer any questions you might have!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

May 11 2025

Two-Toned Cardstock!

Posted on May 11, 2025 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Stampin’ Up! launched their Two-Toned Cardstock in all the colors so now we can enjoy this amazing product with all of our projects!

Stampin Up Two-Toned Cardstock, www.LaurasStampPad.com

What is Two-Toned Cardstock?
This 12″ x 12″ cardstock has a lighter shade on one side and a darker shade on the other side. The core of this cardstock is white. It comes in 53 Stampin’ Up! Colors and there are 12 sheets in each paper pack!

White Core Cardstock, www.LaurasStampPad.com

What does white core mean?
This cardstock has a white core with the lighter shade on one side and the darker shade on the other side. This makes it fun to create a lot of texture in your greeting card, scrapbook pages, or other project when you tear it and get that detailed look. You could also brush some ink over those white edges for even more color variation and texture!

Have you tried out the Two-Toned Cardstock yet? Click here to shop all of the colors or click the images below for my favorite colors!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

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Petunia Pop 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Two Tone Cardstock

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Pool Party 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Two Tone Cardstock

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Daffodil Delight 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Two Tone Cardstock

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May 6 2025

It’s Finally Here!!!!

Posted on May 6, 2025 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Today is the day! It’s finally here! The New Annual Catalog and all the new products are officially here!

It's Finally Here, www.LaurasStampPad.com

The Stampin’ Up! Annual Catalog is now live! The NEW 2025-2027 In Colors are official! We have Strawberry Slush, Darling Duckling, Timid Tiger, Cloud Cover, and Secret Sea!!! Which one is your favorite?!?! I am loving Strawberry Slush for sure! Secret Sea has been grabbing my attention more than I thought too! We shall see! Stampin’ Up! sometimes forces colors on me when they pair them with other colors and use them in beautiful Designer Paper!!!!

Stampin Up In Colors, www.LaurasStampPad.com

Don’t forget that when you are shopping these new products, you will also earn Stampin’ Up! Rewards when you order is $20 or more! After that you will get 10% in Rewards back to spend as you wish! Woot Woot! Click here to shop! You will also earn Laura’s Free Gift of the Month when your order is $75 or more! This month the Free Gift is the Love of Spring Dies! 🙂

Laura's Free Gift, www.LaurasStampPad.com

If you would like a catalog to have and hold rather than just shopping online, message me and I’ll get one sent to you right away!!!

Starter Kit Special, www.LaurasStampPad.com

Have a long wish list?!?! Stampin’ Up! just announced a fabulous offer for those who love a good deal! Starting tomorrow, you can join Stampin’ Up! for just $99 and you get to pick out $165 in any product you would like! You also get free shipping and a free Paper Pumpkin Kit! But the best part of all is that you will be joining the Fabulous Friend Stamp Team! 🙂 Message me or comment below if you have any questions! I’m happy to answer them!

Happy New Catalog! So glad it’s finally here!!!

~Laura

May 1 2025

Happy May!!!

Posted on May 1, 2025 by Laura's Stamp Pad

It’s a new month so you know what that means……a new Free Gift!!!! Happy May!!!! The Laura’s Free Gift of the month is………drum roll……..

You will get the Love of Spring Dies as a Free Gift from me when you order $75 or more within the month! This could be one order or 5 orders, as long as it totals $75 by month end!!! The fabulous thing is that you will also earn Stampin’ Up! Rewards and Fabulous Friends Club Perks!!!

Stampin’ Up! Rewards are earned with every order over $20! You will get 10% in Stampin’ Up! Rewards to use on your next order or whatever order you want. If you shop tomorrow and Saturday, you will earn 2x Rewards in celebration of National Scrapbooking Day! While shopping, you will notice under the price it will say “You will earn X Rewards when you purchase this.” You can use these rewards whenever you would like! Eeeeee So much fun! Click here to start shopping!!!

Don’t forget that the Last Chance List is still out until May 5th!!! There are items that are up to 75% off! Then on May 6th the New Catalog launches! Woot Woot!

I wish you all a happy May and I’m here to help you with any of your crafting needs!!!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Apr 30 2025

Inked Occasions Paper Pumpkin Kit!

Posted on April 30, 2025 by Laura's Stamp Pad

The April 2025 Paper Pumpkin Kit blew me AWAY! Oh my goodness! So first it arrived in a fun pink and purple stunning box. Then I opened it to Berry Burst tissue paper and the most stunning kit ever! This Inked Occasions Paper Pumpkin Kit is my favorite BY FAR….even more then March!

Inked Occasions Paper Pumpkin Kit, www.LaurasStampPad.com

Look at these amazing colors and the little stamped butterflies!!! The added gold foil is the perfect POP of shine that I love! The fabulous greeting of HUGS is soooooo up my alley. I’m a hugger! Comment below if you are a hugger too!

April 2025 Paper Pumpkin Kit, www.LaurasStampPad.com

Again, I’m blown away at the beautiful colors and that pop of gold foil in this card! The cut out greeting adds a fun flare that doesn’t take away from the background. Normally I’m not a huge fan of Congratulations cards because I never know how to use them. The added You are amazing makes this card perfect for any #happymail card sent to a friend on a random Monday!

Ink Occasions Paper Pumpkin Kit, www.LaurasStampPad.com

This one is fun and delicate as all of those flowers are a delicate die cut! Don’t worry though as it is held on with a few Stampin’ Dimensionals and the greeting over the top! I also added butterflies to the inside of each of these cards for some fun coordination!!!

I LOVE LOVE LOVED this Paper Pumpkin Kit….even after how much I loved last month! This one tops it. Can’t wait to see what the May Kit will be! Are you signed up?? Click here to join Paper Pumpkin and earn Stampin’ Up! Rewards with it as well!!!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Apr 15 2025

NEW Stampin’ Up! Rewards!

Posted on April 15, 2025 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Happy April 15th! It’s Tax Day! Even better though, it is the day for NEW Stampin’ Up! Rewards! Woot Woot!!! Now everyone who orders just $20 or more will earn rewards! YAH!

New Stampin' Up! Rewards, www.LaurasStampPad.com

NEW Stampin’ Rewards Program:

Earn 10% in Stampin’ Rewards on EVERY order over $20!
Your earned rewards will be available to redeem on your next order.
Rewards will accumulate in your account with every qualifying order you place, so you can choose when to redeem them. If you have a big purchase in mind, you can save up your rewards!
Be sure to OPT IN to the Stampin’ Rewards after April 15 when you log into my online Stampin’ Up! Store.

Example: Place an order for $75 worth of Stampin’ Up! products and you’ll get $7.50 in Stampin’ Rewards added to your account to use on a future order. The next time you order, you can choose to redeem your $7.50, or you can save it to use on a future order. Remember that you will also earn rewards from ME too! With this $75 order, you will earn my Free Gift of the Month as well as Fabulous Friends Club Perks!

What do you need to do to earn rewards?

You will need to have an online account to earn and manage your rewards. If you already have an online account to shop with me, you’ll need to opt in to the new rewards program. If you don’t have an account, you can create your account at stampinup.com, or I can send you an invitation.

Once your account is created (beginning in the afternoon on April 15th, TODAY), you’ll then need to opt in to earn rewards. Your account will have a personal rewards dashboard where you’ll manage your own rewards. Please note that I will not be able to view or manage your rewards for you.

The Fine Print

The minimum qualifying purchase amount required to earn rewards is the order product full retail value subtotal minus promotions, discounts, and any redeemed rewards.
You must redeem your Stampin’ Rewards within one year. You will always be able to view when your rewards will expire within your customer account.

If you have any questions or need help with your account, just reach out as I am happy to help you always!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Apr 7 2025

Daisy Daydream!!!

Posted on April 7, 2025 by Laura's Stamp Pad

The March 2025 Paper Pumpkin Kit was called Daisy Daydream! I think this is my most favorite kit in a really long time. There were others I liked but this one I LOVED!!!! Never heard of Paper Pumpkin?? It is a monthly subscription kit with a craft project and everything needed to create it all in a small box. These kits are typically cards but sometimes include treat boxes, home decor, etc.

Daisy Daydream Paper Pumpkin, www.LaurasStampPad.com

I don’t even think I can rate these 3 cards in order of most favorite because I honestly love them all!!! The bees also look sooooo real it is insane! I almost forgot the little gold foil honeycomb that you can see popping out in the upper left corner and lower right corner. It’s okay if you forget, you can always use them with an alternative card you create with leftover pieces.

Daisy Flowers and Bumblebees, www.LaurasStampPad.com

TIP: For this card, you actually puzzle piece the coordinating flower on top of the printed flower giving this amazing 3D look. At first I didn’t realize that the flower images matched and needed to be lined up. It’s all good though! Such a beautiful card all around!!!

March 2025 Paper Pumpkin, www.LaurasStampPad.com

I love this card because it has a lot fewer things on it which really makes each element stand out more. You can see the beautiful details of the bee. The texture of that yellow embossed honeycomb is amazing too!!

What did you think of this Daisy Daydream Paper Pumpkin Kit? Was it a favorite of yours as well? Let me know in the comments below! Don’t forget to sign up for the April Paper Pumpkin Kit! You need to be signed up before the 10th of each month! Click here to sign up!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Mar 4 2025

Hello Spring Paper Pumpkin Kit!

Posted on March 4, 2025 by Laura's Stamp Pad

The February 2025 Paper Pumpkin Kit was called Hello Spring and it was just that! So fun and giving all of us encouragement that Spring is coming!!! It was perfect for February!

Hello Spring Paper Pumpkin Kit, www.laurasstamppad.com

This is probably my favorite but it is a close call with this one and the one below! I just love the look and the images. I was a big sad to cover up the words and part of the image though. But I think the look is amazing! The greeting is also just fabulous!!!

Spring Paper Pumpkin Kit, www.LaurasStampPad.com

This card was so fun and beautiful! It’s a great card to have on hand for the season to send to a friend or family member just to brighten their day! You might have noticed that my cards look a bit different from yours if you followed the instructions. I accidently picked the blue card base for the card above and didn’t realize it till I went to do this card. Can I blame it on the chaos of stamping with 2 children!?!? Either way, I thought it turned out amazing!

I’ll be honest this card was not my favorite. I love the look and the amazing greeting but I messed up the flowers. I was trying to follow the directions….too much and I’m not a fan of the look I created. Sometimes you just need to do your own thing and I should have.

What did you think of the Hello Spring February Paper Pumpkin Kit?!?! Let me know in the comments below!

Wondering what Paper Pumpkin is?? It is a monthly subscription kit with a craft project and everything needed to create it all in a small box. These kits are typically cards but sometimes include treat boxes, home decor, etc. Be sure to sign up for the March Paper Pumpkin Kit before March 10th!!! Click here to sign up today!!!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Feb 11 2025

Frosted Forest!!

Posted on February 11, 2025 by Laura's Stamp Pad

I really struggle with masculine cards but found the Frosted Forest to be super fun and fabulous for making some! What do you think?!?!

The shades of green and plaid really add to the fabulousness in this card! The paper is from the Seasons of Green and Gold Designer Paper! Perfect for the holidays and then also all year long for cards like this!

SUPPLIES & MEASUREMENTS:
~Thick Basic White Cardstock – 8 ½” x 5 ½”
~Basic White Cardstock – scrap for die cutting rectangle and tree
~Pecan Pie Cardstock – scrap for punching greeting
~Season of Green & Gold Designer Paper – 4” x 5 ¼” (plaid) and 2” x 5 ¼” (green speckles) and scraps for inside the card if you wish

CARD INSTRUCTIONS:

Fold card base in half. Adhere plaid Designer Paper piece to the card front. Then add the green speckles Designer Paper down the center of the card front.
Die cut a Deckled Rectangle or cut a rectangle (3” x 4 ¼”) and adhere to the card front.
On another piece of scrap Basic White, create the large tree using the masks and Blending Brushes only (no stamping). I used Pecan Pie Ink for the base/#1 mask. Garden Green Ink was used for the leaves/#2 mask and Mossy Meadow Ink for the accent leaves/#3 mask. Then die cut the tree using the coordinating Frosted Forest Dies. Add the tree to the rectangle using Stampin’ Dimensionals only in the leaves (not on the trunk).
Punch out a greeting label of your choice from Pecan Pie Cardstock and stamp a greeting of your choice onto it in Pecan Pie Ink. I used the Labeled With Love Punch. Adhere to the card front over the trunk using Stampin’ Dimensionals.
Embellish with Faux Glass Dots as desired!
Stamp or decorate the inside of the card as you wish!

If you loved this card and want to see more using the Frosted Forest Bundle (stamps, dies, and masks), check out the Video Tutorial here! You can also get the full Class PDF Tutorial here!