Oct 27 2020

A Card For Every Season!

Posted on October 27, 2020 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Happy Tuesday!!! So you all know that the Free Stamp Set of the Month is Life is Beautiful!!! This set is AMAZING!!! I have had so much fun playing with it! Check out this card! It’s also super fun to use the same stamp set to create a card for every season!!!

A Card for Every Season, www.LaurasStampPad.com

Aren’t these cards beautiful??? So simple and even the same concept for each but yet a different season and look! I love it! Don’t forget that you can earn this set for FREE with a $75 order or more before shipping and tax when you shop with me!!!

Fall Greeting Card, www.LaurasStampPad.com

I started with a Crumb Cake card base. Next, I stamped the tree onto a piece of Very Vanilla (3-1/2″ x 4-3/4″) in Early Espresso Ink. Be sure to stamp the base of the tree at the bottom and note that it will fall off both sides of the cardstock! For the leaves on the Fall card, I stamped them in Cajun Craze and added the little bird house in Early Espresso Ink. For the Spring/Summer card, I stamped the leaves in Shaded Spruce and the Winter card, I did snowflakes in Seaside Spray!

Spring Tree using the Life is Beautiful Stamp Set, www.LaurasStampPad.com

I layered the tree onto a piece of Gilded Autumn Designer Series Paper measuring 3-3/4″ x 5″. For the Fall card, I angled them for a fun look but the others, I just layered straight. I kind of like to go a little crooked sometimes. LOL My husband said it looks like craziness and he is not a fan! What about you? Let me know in the comments below!

Winter Tree using the Life is Beautiful Stamp Set, www.LaurasStampPad.com

For the greeting, I simply took a strip of Crumb Cake and stamped a greeting from the Life is Beautiful Stamp Set and layered it on top. Using the Holiday Rhinestone Basics, I added a bit of bling! The Winter card just seemed so peaceful and serene that I didn’t add a greeting to the front.

If you would like to recreate a card for every season, check out the supplies listed below and don’t forget that you can earn the Life Is Beautiful Stamp Set for FREE with a $75 order this month!!! Just a few days left!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Product List

Life Is Beautiful Photopolymer Stamp Set

[154871]

$17.00

Gilded Autumn Specialty Designer Series Paper

[153520]

$15.00

Very Vanilla 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[101650]

$9.75

Crumb Cake 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[120953]

$8.75

Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad

[147114]

$7.50

Cajun Craze Classic Stampin' Pad

[147085]

$7.50

Shaded Spruce Classic Stampin' Pad

[147088]

$7.50

Seaside Spray Classic Stampin’ Pad

[150085]

$7.50

Holiday Rhinestone Basic Jewels

[150457]

$6.00

Add All to Cart

Oct 22 2020

Jump In…

Posted on October 22, 2020 by Laura's Stamp Pad

When was the last time you raked up the leaves and then jumped in??? For me it was forever ago but just think about that for a moment. Can you picture it? The joy! The silliness! The fun! It sure makes you smile and while I don’t see leaf jumping happening this season for me and my pregnant belly, instead let’s jump in on this cute card of leaves!

Jump in the leaves, www.LaurasStampPad.com

This card is just beautiful! I love the Fall colors and that elegant gold foil background! You can always add a different greeting for any occasion this season! I made a lot with this greeting to send as #happymail.

I started with an Early Espresso card base. Next, I layered on a piece of the Gilded Autumn Designer Series Paper. This piece is that weird mushroom/half flower/who knows pattern. It works perfectly for this card because it’s the right color and the pattern is mostly masked yet it’s beautiful! Next, I created layers of Whisper White (4″ x 3-1/2″), Cajun Craze (4-1/4″ x 3-3/4″) and Early Espresso (4-3/8″ x 3-7/8). On the white layer, I stamped my images which are all from the Life Is Beautiful Stamp Set! This is also the Free Stamp Set of the Month! Woot Woot!!

First, I stamped the tree base in Early Espresso. It will fall off the bottom as the cardstock isn’t big enough. Next, I stamped the leaves in Cajun Craze Ink. I inked it up, stamped on the left, lifted it up and moved it a smidge over and up and stamped again. Repeat on the right side. This gives a full tree look with that color variation! You can stamp even more if you want a fuller looking tree! The greeting was stamped in the lower right corner and then all layered together. I finished it off with a Gilded Gem near the greeting for a pop of bling and texture!

Pile of Leaves, Life is Beautiful Stamp Set, www.LaurasStampPad.com

Now we jump in to the inside of the card, I double stamped the leaves all along the bottom of some Whisper White cardstock! By double stamping, that means I stamped it twice before going back to the ink to get that variation of color! It looks like a fun pile of leaves and coordinates well with the front of the card. You can always do the same with the envelope!

So jump in and try out this fun Fall card this season. Check out the supplies listed below to create this card. Don’t forget you can earn the Life is Beautiful Stamp Set for FREE this month with a $75 order before tax and shipping. This is an exclusive offer through me!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Product List

Life Is Beautiful Photopolymer Stamp Set

[154871]

$17.00

Gilded Autumn Specialty Designer Series Paper

[153520]

$15.00

Early Espresso 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[119686]

$8.75

Cajun Craze 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[119684]

$8.75

Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[100730]

$9.75

Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad

[147114]

$7.50

Cajun Craze Classic Stampin' Pad

[147085]

$7.50

Gilded Gems

[152478]

$7.00

Add All to Cart

Oct 20 2020

Hey There, Pumpkin!!!

Posted on October 20, 2020 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Hey There, Pumpkin…it could be a pick-up line but it could also be a fun #happymail card too!!! Check out this cute Fall card!

Hey There, Pumpkin, www.LaurasStampPad.com

The Plaid Tidings Paper is so perfect for so many different seasons and styles of cards! It really gives this card that cozy feel! The other amazing thing is that this paper is on sale this month for 15% off! Woot Woot!!! Click here to get yours!

I started with a Cajun Crazy card base and layered on some Early Espresso and then that fabulous Plaid Tidings Paper! For the focal point, I used the Stitched So Sweetly Dies. I just love that scalloped edge and stitching. It really adds so much more to the label!

Pumpkin From Harvest Hellos Stamp Set, www.LaurasStampPad.com

For the greeting and pumpkin, I used the Harvest Hellos Stamp Set. I found that Early Espresso Ink worked better than a Black. It was that perfect softer look! Using the Pumpkin Pie and Soft Suede Stampin’ Blends Markers, I colored the pumpkin and stem! Be sure to let them dry a smidge before punching them out with the Apple Builder Punch. I found that a few of mine didn’t punch well when they were still a smidge damp from coloring. The pumpkin and the label are popped up with Stampin’ Dimensionals for some added texture!

I used some leftover plaid paper from the sheet I used on the front to decorate the inside. The little leaves are from the Harvest Hellos Stamp Set too! This just adds a cute little flare to coordinate the inside.

If you would like to recreate this Hey There, Pumpkin card, check out the supplies listed below or click here to easily add them to your shopping cart!! It’s super simple! Don’t forget that the Plaid Tidings Paper is on sale this month too!!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Product List

Harvest Hellos Cling Stamp Set (En)

[150581]

$21.00

Apple Builder Punch

[150663]

$18.00

Stitched So Sweetly Dies

[151690]

$32.00

Plaid Tidings 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper

[153527]

$11.50

Early Espresso 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[119686]

$8.75

Cajun Craze 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[119684]

$8.75

Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[100730]

$9.75

Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad

[147114]

$7.50

Pumpkin Pie Stampin' Blends Markers Combo Pack

[144599]

$9.00

Soft Suede Stampin' Blends Markers Combo Pack

[147273]

$9.00

Oct 15 2020

Snowflake Wishes!!!

Posted on October 15, 2020 by Laura's Stamp Pad

I am in love with the Snowflake Splendor Designer Series Paper!!! I’m even more in love with the fact that it’s 15% off this month too! STOCK UP!!!! Check out this beauty and stayed tuned for more fabulous samples too!

Snowflake Wishes, www.LaurasStampPad.com

Okay first of all the greeting on this card is THE CUTEST ever!!! I love it! It is from the Snowflake Wishes Stamp Set!!! In fact, all of the products used on this card are from the Snowflake Splendor Suite!!!

Pacific Point is the card base and then I layered on Coastal Cabana and Whisper White! Each of the Snowflake Splendor Designer Series Paper pieces measure 1″ x 3-3/4″. I find that the best way to space these evenly is to place them all down and then pick one up at a time to adhere. Another option is to do the outside ones first and then work your way in! Really any of the paper in the pack would work wonderful for this card so you could make TONS of this card with the whole pack!

Christmas Card with Snowflakes, www.LaurasStampPad.com

Next, I added a dab of adhesive in the center and pressed the Snowflake Splendor Ribbon into it. This ribbon is gorgeous but also a bit stiff so it’s not really something you would easily create knots and bows with. This little strip gives some texture and bling without having to worry about that! 🙂 Don’t worry about the dab of adhesive not being enough because the greeting with go over the top and secure it some more!

For the greeting, I used a 1″ x 4-1/4″ strip of Whisper White cardstock and punched both ends with the Banners Pick a Punch for those cute banner ends. Then I stamped the greeting from the Snowflake Wishes Stamp Set in Pacific Point Ink. I added this to the card front with Stampin’ Dimensionals! To finish it off, I added a few Adhesive Backed Snowflakes!

If you would like to recreate this card, you can click any of the supplies listed below. OR you can now click right here to have all of the items right in your cart and ready to go! Anything you already have or don’t need, simply uncheck the box next to that item! It’s as simple as that! 🙂 Also, don’t forget that the Snowflake Splendor Designer Series Paper is on Sale this month!!! WOOT WOOT!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Product List

Snowflake Wishes Photopolymer Stamp Set

[153444]

$26.00

Snowflake Splendor Designer Series Paper

[153512]

$11.50

Coastal Cabana 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[131297]

$8.75

Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[100730]

$9.75

Pacific Point 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[111350]

$8.75

Banners Pick A Punch

[153608]

$23.00

Pacific Point Classic Stampin' Pad

[147098]

$7.50

Snowflake Splendor 1/4" (6.4 Mm) Ribbon

[153548]

$7.00

Adhesive-Backed Snowflakes

[153545]

$6.00

Oct 13 2020

Create Fall Colors!

Posted on October 13, 2020 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Happy Tuesday……Technique Tuesday at that!!! Fall is in full swing and one of the amazing things about it is all of the beautiful colors! Today, I’m going to show you how to create Fall colors in your stamping projects too!!!

Create Fall Colors, www.LaurasStampPad.com

This card uses the Rooted in Nature Stamp Set but really any stamp with leaves, trees, or any Fall image would work!! The technique is super fun and simple but note that each time it will come out differently….kind of like watercoloring! That part sometimes drives me nuts as I love the look and want to do it again but it comes out a bit different!

To get started you need to place your image on the table face up! Next, pick out your favorite Fall colors. I used Crushed Curry, Cajun Craze, Pumpkin Pie, Cherry Cobbler, and Early Espresso. I found that inking up the entire image in the lightest color (Crushed Curry) helped give the stamp a nice all over coverage and you didn’t have to worry about missing a spot. Then, using a Sponge Dauber, I lightly dabbed ink in each of the other colors randomly on the stamp. Starting with Early Espresso on the tree trunk as well as 2 little spots with branches up in the tree. This kind of gave a green look on the stamped image but that still works!

Continuing on with each of the other colors, dab a little bit of ink all around. I did find that I needed to really focus on where I was dabbing each time so I didn’t always hit the same spot. This is what happens when you talk while stamping or try to multi-task. LOL Once you have all of your colors on, it’s time to stamp it down onto the cardstock.

Like I mentioned before, each time you stamp it will come out differently! Also, be sure to clean the stamp after each time since you won’t want to contaminate your Crushed Curry Ink Pad. The card below was actually stamped quickly a second time which resulted in a fabulous look just a bit lighter. This made all the hard work I did for the one image work for me again! 🙂

Fall Card Creations, www.LaurasStampPad.com

I used greetings from the same Rooted in Nature Stamp Set and layered this piece on Cajun Craze or Cherry Cobbler! The card bases are all Crumb Cake! To add some texture to the cards, I used some of the Early Espresso Faux Suede Ribbon and some of that soft cheesecloth type ribbon from the Forever Greenery Ribbon Pack. I love them all even though there is just a bit of difference in each!

I hope you try out this fun technique to create Fall colors on your next project! If you would like to see the list of supplies I used, check that out below!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Product List

Rooted In Nature Clear-Mount Stamp Set

[146482]

$42.00

Sponge Daubers

[133773]

$5.00

Crushed Curry Classic Stampin' Pad

[147087]

$7.50

Cherry Cobbler Classic Stampin' Pad

[147083]

$7.50

Cajun Craze Classic Stampin' Pad

[147085]

$7.50

Pumpkin Pie Classic Stampin' Pad

[147086]

$7.50

Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad

[147114]

$7.50

Cherry Cobbler 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[119685]

$8.75

Cajun Craze 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[119684]

$8.75

Crumb Cake 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[120953]

$8.75

Early Espresso 1/4" (6.4 Mm) Faux Suede Trim

[152472]

$6.50

Forever Greenery Trim Combo Pack

[152475]

$9.00

Oct 8 2020

Which Color Do You Like?

Posted on October 8, 2020 by Laura's Stamp Pad

There are so many colors and options for card making! It really makes it fun but also could be difficult to pick your favorite! That is what happened with this project! So I ask, “which color do you like?”

Which color do you like, www.LaurasStampPad.com

I got the idea for this card from the fabulous stamper, Laurie Krauiss. I just had to recreate it. Her card was created in Merry Merlot. I created mine in Misty Moonlight and Bumblebee as shown above but keep scrolling….

Celebrate Sunflowers, www.LaurasStampPad.com

Here is another one in just Misty Moonlight. Do you like making monochromatic card or do you prefer lots of color? Let me know in the comments below!

I used the Celebrate Sunflowers Stamp Set to just create my own designer paper and stamped all over. Remember to stamp off the edges so it looks like the pattern continues. For the greeting, I used one from the Here’s A Card Stamp Set and just punched it out with some Circle Punches! You could always use any style of punch!

Sunflowers of all colors, www.LaurasStampPad.com

Which color is your favorite? Top Left to Right: Bumblebee, Misty Moonlight and Coastal Cabana. Bottom Left to Right: Balmy Blue, Real Red, and Misty Moonlight/Bumblebee combo Let me know in the comments below!

If you would like to recreate these and try out different colors, check out the supplies listed below!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Product List

Celebrate Sunflowers Cling Stamp Set (English)

[152517]

$24.00

Here's A Card Cling Stamp Set

[149438]

$22.00

Misty Moonlight 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[153081]

$8.75

Forever Greenery Trim Combo Pack

[152475]

$9.00

Sep 29 2020

A Beautiful Fall Day!!!

Posted on September 29, 2020 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Happy Tuesday!!! I can’t believe this is the last week of September. Where did it go?!?! I got nothing!!! Either way, today is another beautiful Fall day. I guess I have to say that now that Fall is officially here. Just don’t remind me when Winter is coming. 🙂

A Beautiful Fall Day, www.LaurasStampPad.com

I have been loving the Gilded Autumn Designer Series Paper SOOOOOO much! It’s just stunning and the colors are fabulous and I’m so drawn to it. For this card, I let the paper do all of the work!

I started with a Very Vanilla card base. Then I layered Early Espresso (4-7/8″ x 3-1/2″) with Crumb Cake (3-3/8″ x 4-3/4″). Using any greeting of your choice that fits, stamp the greeting in Early Espresso on the bottom. I used the Beautiful Autumn Stamp Set! Next, I layered on the Gilded Autumn Designer Series Paper on the upper portion. Each of those measure 1″ x 3-1/2″. I suggest laying them out and then grabbing each one individually to adhere. Another option is to start on the outside with the left and right and then center the middle one!

Gilded Autumn Fall Designer Series Paper, www.LaurasStampPad.com

To finish it off, I tied some Early Espresso Faux Suede Ribbon around the cardstock. This helps give a nice smooth transition from the designer paper to the greeting! Then I added this complete set of layers to the card front with Stampin’ Dimensionals! It is so simple and yet so stunning!

If you would like to recreate this card, check out the supplies listed below or click here for a simple one click shopping experience! All of the items are in your card when you click this link and you can purchase them all or just un-check the box next to the item you don’t need or already have! It is so simple! Also, check out more fun Fall cards here and here!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Product List

Beautiful Autumn Photopolymer Stamp Set

[153450]

$17.00

Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad

[147114]

$7.50

Gilded Autumn Specialty Designer Series Paper

[153520]

$15.00

Early Espresso 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[119686]

$8.75

Crumb Cake 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[120953]

$8.75

Very Vanilla 8-1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock

[144237]

$8.25

Early Espresso 1/4" (6.4 Mm) Faux Suede Trim

[152472]

$6.50

Sep 16 2020

Christmas Gift Idea!!!

Posted on September 16, 2020 by Laura's Stamp Pad

I think I have found the fabulous Christmas Gift idea for this year. It is the Purple Posies Card Kit!!! This card kit has 16 total cards in it and the box is super cute and fabulous! Create these cards and give it as a gift to anyone this holiday season!!!

Christmas Gift Idea 2020, www.LaurasStampPad.com

Aren’t these cards beautiful?!?!?! And look at that fabulous gold foil and decorated box!!! I love it all and think I will enjoy crafting these kits and giving them as gifts!

Get Well Purple Posies Card Kit, www.LaurasStampPad.com

This is my favorite card. That ribbon wiggled back and forth under the greeting is super cool and it was easy to do!

Homemade Card Kit, www.LaurasStampPad.com

This is my second favorite card because I love the detail on that greeting banner. It’s so detailed and really makes it pop! I think I could have passed on the ribbon behind the greeting but I followed the directions as is!

Greeting Card Craft Kit, www.LaurasStampPad.com

This card is just stunning with all of the flowers and that fabulous gold foil bling! I found that putting the purple twine bow below the greeting made it pop more without getting in the way!

Give the Gift of Cards, www.LaurasStampPad.com

Just because I’m posting these cards last doesn’t mean I don’t like them. I love them all. I did 2 of these cards with the twine behind the greeting and 2 without. I’m honestly not sure which one I prefer. Mixing it up is always fun though! What do you think?

If you are looking for great Christmas Gift Ideas, take a look at card kits! You can gift them all created or gift all inclusive kits so the recipient can enjoy crafting too. Better yet, give the gift with a certificate of time with you to create it together. Spending time together, talking, laughing, and making memories is the best gift of all…..in my opinion! Click here to get this Purple Posies Card Kit and check out all Stampin’ Up kit here!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Sep 15 2020

Be a Unicorn!!!

Posted on September 15, 2020 by Laura's Stamp Pad

While this card would be fabulous for little girls who love unicorns, I LOVE THIS CARD!!!! We should all be a Unicorn!!! It’s PINK! Also, there is sparkle all over it! It’s just perfect!

This card was created with the Stamparatus because that makes the 3 step stamping of the unicorn so much easier! I stamped the full outline of the unicorn in Magenta Madness (stamped off once). Then I stamped the 2nd image in full strength Magenta Madness! Finally, I stamped the eyes and nose in Memento Black!

Wink of Stella on a Unicorn, www.LaurasStampPad.com

But wait….there is more!!! I went over the mane and tail with Wink of Stella to add even more fun to the unicorn! It’s perfect!!! I also used the Artistry Blooms Designer Series Paper which is full of fun colors and fabulous-ness!

I hope you all enjoy this card as much as I do!!! Check out the supplies listed below to recreate it yourself!!! Just remember there is no age limit on a card like this! 😉

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Product List

Hippo Happiness Bundle (English)

[154080]

$48.50

Artistry Blooms Designer Series Paper

[152495]

$11.50

Daffodil Delight 1/4" (6.4 Mm) Ruched Ribbon

[151311]

$7.50

Magenta Madness 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[153080]

$8.75

Magenta Madness Classic Stampin' Pad

[153117]

$7.50

Daffodil Delight Classic Stampin' Pad

[147094]

$7.50

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad

[132708]

$6.00

Clear Wink Of Stella Glitter Brush

[141897]

$8.00

Sep 8 2020

Squirrel!!!

Posted on September 8, 2020 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Distracted by cute things? Yeah me too! Squirrel….I might not be that bad but I do think they are super cute! I was so excited to use one in this adorable Fall card too!! Hilarious side story for you! When I was attending the Leaders Summit, the Leadership Team was all together on a video and they were sharing about their position with the company and stories. One of the questions was who gets off topic the most and they all agreed it was the Finance Guy and they even have a stuffed animal squirrel that they bring out when he goes off on a tangent. I laughed so hard and immediately thought of this post!

This card uses the Free Stamp Set of the Month for September – Banner Year!!! It’s so easy and super cute!!!

Each little square is 1 inch and I stamped various images from the Banner Year Stamp Set into each one. For the leaf, I used Mint Macaron and stamped the leaf twice without going back to the ink. The acorn was stamped in Crumb Cake, full strength for both. Then for the pumpkin, I used Cajun Craze and Early Espresso. That one is a 2 step stamped image. Finally, on the squirrel, I inked him up completely in Crumb Cake and then before stamping him down I inked just the tail in Early Espresso. There is enough gap between his tail and head to lightly touch the edge of the ink pad and ink just the tail!

Fall Card with the Banner Year Stamp Set, www.LaurasStampPad.com

When layering the squares onto the Crumb Cake square, place them all out and then pick up one at a time to adhere down. This helps with spacing. Then I layered that onto a piece of the Gilded Autumn Designer Series Paper. This all goes onto a piece of Very Vanilla that I stamped the greeting on the bottom in Early Espresso Ink! There are a couple different greeting options in this set that work perfectly! For the ribbon, I used the Mint Macaron Basket Weave Ribbon which is so amazing! For the top card, I wrapped the ends to the back side. In the card above, I forgot to add the ribbon till the end so I just trimmed the ends for a diagonal look!

Wooden Elements for Fall, www.LaurasStampPad.com

To finish off the card, I added a little wooden element from the In Good Taste Elements pack. There are lots of options in the pack so no worries about only having a few. You can make lots of these cards! Check out all of the supplies listed below to make your adorable Squirrel card!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Product List