Apr 19 2014

My 10 Year Anniversary with Stampin’ Up!!!!

Posted on April 19, 2014 by Laura's Stamp Pad

So I know I don’t usually post on weekends but this is not just any weekend…..it is my 10 Year Anniversary with Stampin’ Up weekend!!!! So I thought I would do a little post to celebrate on the actual day….although my Special runs all through this next week too! Check that out here! April 21st is the day Stampin’ Up is releasing the Retired List AND you will get FREE shipping on everything (excluding expedited orders) April 21-25!! I think Stampin’ Up is celebrating with me :)!!!

So I thought I would do a little About Me post to celebrate my Anniversary! I don’t take a lot of pictures that are just me so I thought I would share this amazing photo of my sweetie and I before heading out for our weekend to Spring Into Stampin’! Here are a few common questions that I have answered! If you have any others, put them in the comments below!

1. What is your middle name?: Jane (even though I use to tell everyone it was Belle)
2. What is your favorite drink?: WATER and my daily Coke Zero (I love the bubbles!)
3. What is your favorite song at the moment?: Hmmm, just one? I’m not sure but I love my 80’s Station on Pandora!!!
4. What is your favorite food?: Macaroni and Cheese (love forever) but recently we started making calzones and I think I could have those daily!
5. What is the last thing you bought?: Groceries & workout shoes!!!!
6. Favorite book of all time?: Any Janet Evanovich Book!
7. Favorite Color?: haha…let’s all say it together….PINK
8. Do you have any pets?: No
9. Favorite Perfume?: I don’t wear any!
10. Favorite Holiday?: EASTER and then Thanksgiving!
11. Are you married?: YES! To the amazing guy in the picture above!
12. Have you ever been out of the country, if so how many times?: No!
13. Do you speak any other language?: I know very little Spanish!
14. How many siblings do you have?: One Brother and One Sister! I’m the baby!
15. What is your favorite store?: hmmmm Amazon? Aldi…does that count?
16. Favorite restaurant?: Red Robin and Ruby Tuesday’s
17. When was the last time you cried?: The other day while watching a video on one of my many blogs I follow. It was the birth of their baby boy! Precious!
18. Favorite Blog?: Mine! J
19. Favorite Movie?: Any chick flick, wedding movie, and Despicable Me 2
20. Favorite TV show?: FRIENDS! Current: New Girl, Big Bang Theory, Growing Up Fisher, and About a Boy
21. PC or Mac?: PC
22. What phone do you have?: Samsung? It’s in a Pink Case! I don’t know.
23. How tall are you?: 5 feet? Maybe! I’m really short!
24. Can you cook?: YES! I love to cook and bake!

I hope you enjoyed learning a little bit about me and celebrating my Anniversary with me! I can’t wait for the next 10 years of meeting new people, making friends, traveling, having fun, and living the dream!!!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Apr 18 2014

Fabulous Friday!!!!

Posted on April 18, 2014 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Happy Friday!!!! I am so excited about this weekend as we will be spending lots of time with family and I’m hoping the weather is just amazing too!!!! Before you check out for the weekend, check out these amazing deals and don’t forget about my Anniversary Special!!!

Okay so I know this might be crazy but I think my favorite item on sale this week is…..the Anywhere Glue Sticks! I love using them! They are simple to use and amazing glue sticks that hold well. Next is a toss up between the Needlepoint Embossing Folders and the Stitched Grosgrain Ribbon! I mean who doesn’t need more ribbon (or want more?)?? Check out this fabulous sample which uses the embossing folder for just a little accent along my amazing embossed foil pieces!!! Now the next item I am super excited about, I don’t actually own…YET! That is the Floral District Photobook Template. You all know I love flowers and bright colors and I’m doing my yearly album in MDS (My Digital Studio) so it is a must!!!! You can check out a few of my 2013 pages here and here! Don’t forget you can try out MDS for 30 days for FREE!!! How fabulous is that???

Something more fabulous is……drum roll……..TOMORROW is my official 10 Year Anniversary with Stampin’ Up! Don’t forget about the fabulous Special that I have going on to celebrate! Lots of freebies!!! Check it out here!

Happy Stampin’ and have a fabulous weekend!

~Laura

Apr 17 2014

Watercolor Wonder Designer Series Paper!!!

Posted on April 17, 2014 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Do you ever have a product that you just reach for EVERY SINGLE time you sit down to stamp??? It may be a ribbon or stamp set or Designer Series Paper (DSP). For me, right now, it is the amazing Watercolor Wonder DSP!!!! Oh my, I am loving this paper and I think I have gone through at least 3 packs of it and it’s only been out since January! You can find it in the Occasions Mini Catalog which will ends on June 1st so be sure to stock up now!!!

Isn’t that just amazing? Although I should have stamped the greeting in Basic Gray as well rather than Calypso Coral. I used my Peaceful Petals Stamp Set which has amazing flower images (Love) and two greetings – Thank You and Thinking of You – two super useful ones!!! The best part about this card is you can make multiples very quickly. First, you will take the sheet of paper that is Calypso Coral and Daffodil Delight and cut that into 3″ x 3″ squares. You get 16 from just one sheet! Then you will layer that onto a 3-1/4″ square of Basic Gray. I then took various other sheets for the DSP pack and cut 4″ x 5-1/4″ rectangles to layer onto Calypso Coral & Daffodil Delight card bases (5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″)

This one uses a different flower image from the Peaceful Petals Stamp Set and the Calypso Coral greeting shows up better on the yellow! Also, I added a little Daffodil Delight Stitched Ribbon!!!

This one uses yet another flower from the Peaceful Petals Stamp Set and I went for some Daffodil Delight Seam Binding. I love all of the different ways you can make this card out of the same supplies!!!! LOVE IT! Be sure to get your Watercolor Wonder Designer Series Paper TODAY by clicking here!!! Also, it will qualify for my Anniversary Special that I’m running this week! Check it out here!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Apr 16 2014

Wonderful Washi Tape!!!!

Posted on April 16, 2014 by Laura's Stamp Pad

I love playing with Washi Tape! There are so many ways you can use it and there is no need for adhesive because its sticky! Just apply in any direction, stamp a greeting and BOOM you are done!!! Check out these fabulous samples!

I used the Watercolor Wonder Washi Tape from the Occasions Mini Catalog on this card and layered it on Baked Brown Sugar! I love how the Baked Brown Sugar goes with gold very well!!! I used the Washi Tape as little banners and just ripped the ends off which makes it even better – no scissors necessary!

This card would be perfect for Graduation which is just around the corner. I used the Retro Fresh Washi Tape which is in the Occasions Mini Catalog as well. I stamped the greeting in Tangerine Tango in the middle and then without re-inking, stamped above and below the first greeting! There are so many colors you can get out of just one ink pad by stamping off!!!

Father’s Day is right around the corner as well! Man cards are always hard for me because I like the color PINK and flower stamps! This is quick and simple and is the perfect man card for any occasion. I used the Epic Day Washi Tape for this one!

I hope you enjoyed these fabulous samples. You can check out more here and here! Washi Tape is perfect when you need to make multiples because it is just $4.95 for 3 Rolls! Now that’s a steal. Also, don’t forget you can order it this week and take advantage of my Anniversary Special! To celebrate my 10 years with Stampin’ Up!, when you place an online order using the HOSTESS CODE: XNYWCB4B, you will get a FREE gift from me!!!! I have Stamp Sets, Big Shot Dies, Ribbon, Designer Series Paper, and so much more that is just waiting to be in your stamp collection. But wait there’s more, I will also be drawing one lucky winner to get ALL of the Hostess Benefits!!!! Who doesn’t love FREE STUFF! This special will end on April 25th!!!

Happy Washi Tapin’

~Laura

Apr 15 2014

Technique Tuesday – Coloring Ribbon!!!

Posted on April 15, 2014 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Have you ever looked at your ribbon stash and thought none of those colors go with this project? Well now you don’t have to worry! You can color your white ribbons to any color you desire!!!

How simple is that? I have seen that when coloring on my Whisper White Organza Ribbon, the color comes out darker than the marker. When I colored on the Whisper White Taffeta Ribbon, it came out lighter. You could always allow it to dry and then go back and add more. Here is another sample using Pistachio Pudding!

This is a fabulous way to get a ribbon to match ANY project you might be making without having to buy every single color out there!!! You can also use your Spritzers to color the ribbon. Just add alcohol (less than 90%) and some drops of re-inker. I prefer using alcohol over water because it dries quicker and you all know I don’t have the patience for watching it dry slowly. 😉 I hope you try this out and enjoy today’s Technique!!!

Don’t forget about my Anniversary Special that I’m running this week! Check it out here!!!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Apr 14 2014

My Stampin’ Up 10 Year Anniversary Special!!!!

Posted on April 14, 2014 by Laura's Stamp Pad

My Stampin’ Up Anniversary of 10 years is this Saturday, April 19th!!! I wanted to share my celebration with all of you because it is because of all of you that I have been with Stampin’ Up and loving it for 10 amazing years. I can’t believe or be more thankful to have Stampin’ Up in my life! It has brought me all of you who are amazing, talented, wonderful friends of mine! I have traveled to a few cities I had never been to before! It has allowed me to quit my job when I just couldn’t take it anymore! It has allowed me to have a creative escape! Here is a picture of me around when I began as a Stampin’ Up Demonstrator (on the left) and me now (on the right). As you can see I’m still loving every minute of it (and this is just proof I love the color PINK!)

So of course we MUST celebrate!!!! Starting today, when you place an online order using the HOSTESS CODE: XNYWCB4B, you will get a FREE gift from me!!!! I have Stamp Sets, Big Shot Dies, Ribbon, Designer Series Paper, and so much more that is just waiting to be in your stamp collection. But wait there’s more, I will also be drawing one lucky winner to get ALL of the Hostess Benefits!!!! Who doesn’t love FREE STUFF! This special will end on April 25th!!!

Of course, if you would like to start your amazing journey with Stampin’ Up and me, click here to learn more or contact me with any and all questions you may have! I would love to help you out and let you have lots of fun like I am having!!!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Apr 14 2014

Amazing Events and Anniversary Special!!!!

Posted on April 14, 2014 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Every year in April, 100 demonstrators gather together for one of the most amazing weekends ever!!! I have met many of them in years past and it is always great to get together and catch up and chat Stampin’! There are also lots of new people and one of the things I love the most about Stampin’ Up is meeting new people!!!! There were five ladies at my table this year that I had never met before and it was so great to hear their stories and swap ideas!!! After all, that is what Stampin’ Up is all about – CASEing (Copy And Share Everything). 🙂 The event consisted of Inspiring Speakers, Samples, Stampin’ Demonstrations, Techniques, Samples, Laughter, PRIZES and more Samples!!!!

Here are just a few of the amazing ideas and samples I saw at the event! My mind is just exploding and I have been “playing” in my stamp room every day since just trying out these new ideas. Eeeee It was sooooo much fun! The picture of ME is while I was doing a demonstration of Wedding Items. You all know how I love weddings and so I shared some of my wedding samples!!!

One of my favorite parts of the event was this service project that we were able to participate in for Ronald McDonald House! You can see here that Stampin’ Up and lots of Demonstrators do a lot to support the Ronald McDonald House. At the Spring Into Stampin’ Event, we stamped adorable animal images from the Storybook Friends Stamp Set onto 6 Notecards and Envelopes. We then stuck them in a little Polka Dot cellophane bag with some crayons and added a tag! They were super cute and will be given to the children at the Ronald McDonald House to enjoy! 🙂 Love it!!!

Then there is the Annual Photo that I love taking – me and my upline – Meg!!!! She is the one who had that workshop 10 years ago and asked me if I would be interested in joining the fun! UM…YEAH I WOULD! Now 10 years later, I’m having the time of my life! Speaking of 10 years, April 19th is my official Anniversary Date and I’m offering a special starting TODAY!!!!

Starting today, when you place an online order using the HOSTESS CODE: XNYWCB4B, you will get a FREE gift from me!!!! I have Stamp Sets, Big Shot Dies, Ribbon, Designer Series Paper, and so much more that is just waiting to be in your stamp collection. But wait there’s more, I will also be drawing one lucky winner to get ALL of the Hostess Benefits!!!! Who doesn’t love FREE STUFF! This special will end on April 25th!!! I hope you enjoy celebrating with me!

If you are interested in joining the fun and attending this amazing Spring Into Stamping Event with me next year, click here to ask me any questions you may have or click here to learn more!!!!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Apr 11 2014

Fabulous Friday!!!

Posted on April 11, 2014 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Happy Friday!!!! I have some Fabulous Deals to share with you today!!!!

Loving the deals this week! Although I just bought 2 packs of the Indigo Baker’s Twine for some wedding invites I was making and now it goes on sale. Ugh….but that stuff is amazing and the cheapest ribbon ($0.0038 per inch)! I love using it to tie other ribbons like this or to wrap around the card like this or create an amazing lollipop like this! So many amazing ways to use this ribbon and it is my go-to for balloons too. As for my second favorite item….I think it is tie between the Punch Pack and the Secret Garden Framelits. You know me and my love for flowers! 🙂 Here and here are a few samples with the Punch Pack!!! These punches are perfect to decorate the center of flowers, add as a little background pop, and eyes for a little Punch Art piece with the circle!!! Here is an amazing project with the Secret Garden Framelits! I hope you enjoyed these samples using some fabulous products that are on sale!!!! Double Bonus!

Happy Stampin’ and have a Wonderful Weekend!!!

~Laura

Apr 10 2014

Wedding Programs!!!

Posted on April 10, 2014 by Laura's Stamp Pad

As you all know, I LOVE weddings and have started working with Brides to create fabulous custom pieces to make their day even more special! I have been doing lots of wedding lately but I am waiting to post them till after the wedding! Well today I am sharing with you some Wedding Programs that I recently did for an amazing couple!!!

Okay, so first of all I love the colors – Melon Mambo and Night of Navy!!!! (Melon Mambo was one of my wedding colors 🙂 ) These were very basic but super fabulous! I did some in Melon Mambo and some in Night of Navy which was super cute because then they were able to enjoy both colors! Also, these are perfectly personalized with the “R” monogram! These programs were double sided – one side was the order of events and the other side was the wedding party and family members! I loved making these and when the Bride came to pick them up, she was so excited and bursting with happiness! I’m so happy I was able to add this special touch to make her wedding day even better! If you are getting married or planning a party and need help with the invitations, programs, thank you notes, party favors and so much more, reach out to me! I’m happy to help you! You can check out more samples that I have created here and here!

Apr 9 2014

Easter is Coming!!!

Posted on April 9, 2014 by Laura's Stamp Pad

I know Easter is still a few weeks away but now is the time to start making your cards and gift projects! Here is a quick and simple Easter Card but you could always change out the greeting and this card would be perfect for any occasion! I used the Summer Picnic Designer Series Paper which has perfect Spring colors! I love it! Then I stamped a flower from the Mixed Bunch Stamp Set and punched it out with the coordinating Blossom Punch! I stamped one flower in Wisteria Wonder and then another one in Pear Pizzazz. After punching them out, I cut off two petals from the Pear Pizzazz flower and attached it to the back of the Wisteria Wonder flower to make it look like leaves! I added a little Candy Dot in the middle of the flower for a little POP! Also, have you noticed the shiny foil in the background? That’s right, I embossed some of the Silver Foil with the Argyle Embossing Folder! It gives a little shine, texture, and dimension. Perfect!!! For more samples with Foil, click here and here! I hope this gives your some inspiration for your Spring or Easter projects!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura