Mar 17 2026

Create Stamped Layers!

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There are many different ways to create a card or scrapbook page or even a home decor piece! Some enjoy a more clean look. Designer Series Paper gives a fabulous background. Others create stamped layers with different images, colors, and creations! Which one are you?!?!

Create Stamped Layer, www.LaurasStampPad.com

This card uses all the fun images and colors for a beautiful background!! Gather your favorite stamp set or the one used in this card – Gears & Textures Stamp Set and let’s get started!

Step 1: Stamp textures from the Gears & Textures Stamp Set in Pretty in Pink, Gray Granite, Bubble Bath, and Timid Tiger ink (in that order) on the Very Vanilla Cardstock (4″ x 5 1/4″), let the ink dry. Stamp the texture pattern from the Beautifully Celebrated Stamp Set using VersaMark ink. Sprinkle white embossing powder over the stamped areas, tap off the excess, and heat emboss to reveal the texture. Stamp the leaf image in Shaded Spruce ink and color in the buds with Shy Shamrock Stampin’ Blends! Fussy cut this piece out and then adhere.

Step 2: For the greeting, die cut a piece of scrap Basic White Cardstock using the Beautifully Celebrated Dies and adhere it with Stampin’ Dimensionals.

Step 3: Stamp the sentiment with VersaMark ink on a strip of Bubble Bath Cardstock, sprinkle with white embossing powder, shake off the excess, and heat set with your Heat Tool. Adhere the sentiment with Stampin’ Dimensionals. Add a sprinkle of embellishments, a Baker’s Twine bow, and a Designer Series Paper strip to the bottom as desired!!

Are you going to give this technique a try?!? Check out the supplies listed below to make sure you have everything or for easy shopping!! Don’t forget that when you shop with me you earn Fabulous Perks!!! When your order is $40 or more, you will earn Fabulous Friends Club Perks and when your order reaches $75 or more you will also get Laura’s Free Gift of the Month!!! Woot Woot!!!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

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Mar 8 2026

Celebrate Spring Paper Pumpkin Kit!

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The February 2026 Paper Pumpkin Kit – Celebrate Spring is like my favorite kit…….of all time! Okay maybe I can’t say that but boy is it my favorite lately! I LOVE Spring and Easter is my favorite holiday! This kit just nailed it for me!!! What is Paper Pumpkin you ask?! It is a monthly subscription kit with a craft project and everything needed to create it all in a fabulous box. These kits are typically cards but sometimes include treat boxes, home decor, etc.

Celebrate Spring Paper Pumpkin Kit, www.LaurasStampPad.com

I am going with this one as my favorite but honestly I love them all! The bunny is soooo cute and that floral oval! It’s just fabulous and it wasn’t a difficult one to make either! Woot Woot! This kit coordinates with the Easter Joy Suite from the Mini Catalog!

March 2026 Paper Pumpkin Kit, www.LaurasStampPad.com

The perfect little #happymail card for the Spring Season! If you enjoy making cards, be sure to send them out! Let others experience the joy of the card as well! 🙂 I love that I enjoy making cards and then when I send them, others enjoy the cards too! It’s a win win for all! <3 My tip for this card is to be careful with your Stampin’ Dimensional placement on your flowers so that you aren’t double popped up!

Spring Cards, www.LaurasStampPad.com

This is another fabulous card that you could stamp Happy Easter on or this Sweet Spring Greetings image! This would also be an adorable baby card! There are lots of flowers and greenery pieces for each of these cards! You could easily save a few for another project!

Which card was your favorite from the February 2026 Celebrate Spring Paper Pumpkin Kit?! Are you signed up for the March 2026 Paper Pumpkin Kit? It is hummingbirds and includes 2 stamp sets! Join in the fun by clicking here! You will earn Stampin’ Rewards for your Paper Pumpkin Kit too! You have until March 10th to get signed up!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Mar 4 2026

March 2026 Updates!!!

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It’s March and that means that Spring is right around the corner! That makes me soooooo happy! I know all of my fellow Winter dislikers out there would agree!!! March also comes with lots of new products and fun with Stampin’ Up! Here are the March 2026 updates so you don’t miss out!!!

March 2026 Updates Kit Collection, www.LaurasStampPad.com

Stampin’ Up! launched 3 NEW kits this month in the Kit Collection! There is something for everyone for sure! A classic all occasion card kit – Every Little Thing Card Kit! Then we have a home decor kit – Radiant Reminders! This kit could be used as a home decor piece but you could also use the pieces for scrapbooking and so much more! For those that would love to display their projects, check out the Standing Clipboard Trio! These dark wood clipboards have an easel backing so you can display a calendar, photo, project, or more! Stunning!!! Shop these kits and more here!

March Online Exclusives

This month we also have NEW Products launched and Stampin’ Up! went alllllll out! There are 4 Suites (3 shown above) as well as lots of bundles, stamps, embellishments, and embossing folders! There is a little bit of everything with sports, BBQ, military, flowers, and fruit! I love that there is always something new to create with!!! Click here to shop these NEW PRODUCTS!!!

Stampin Up Product of the Month, www.LaurasStampPad.com

There are also all the fabulous perks when you shop as well! Stampin’ Up! offers this Product of the Month for just $5 when you spend $75 (before tax and shipping). This set is so cute! I love the bunny the most! You also can earn special perks when you shop with me! Fabulous Friends Club Perks when your order is $40 (before tax and shipping)! Then when your order reaches $75 (before tax and shipping), you can get the Product of the Month, Fabulous Friends Club Perks, as well as Laura’s Free Gift of the Month! Woot Woot! Shop Now!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Feb 17 2026

Two-Tone Ink Technique!

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Happy Technique Tuesday!!! These fun cards use a two-tone ink technique that is fun and easy to recreate!!! Check it out!!!

Two-tone ink technique, www.LaurasStampPad.com

I am loving these Spring colors and that fun plaid look that will be perfect for any season with a color switch! Which color combination would you use?!? Check out these instructions for the You’re Amazing Plaid Card!

MEASUREMENTS:

Basic White Cardstock:
Card Base: 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″
Layer: 2-1/4″ x 5″
Scrap Piece: 2-1/2″ x 2-1/2″
Greeting: 2-1/8″ x 1/4″

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Fold the 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″ Basic White Cardstock in half to create the card base.
  2. Ink one half of an Uninked Stampin’ Spot with Pretty in Pink and the other half with Daffodil Delight Ink. Drag the ink pad across the Basic White Cardstock layer vertically and horizontally to form a plaid pattern.
  3. Stamp the flower and leaves image in Pretty in Pink and Garden Green ink on the Basic White Cardstock scrap piece.
  4. Punch it out using the 2″ Circle Punch, then adhere it to the card front with Stampin’ Dimensionals.
  5. Stamp the sentiment in Garden Green ink on the Basic White Cardstock strip and adhere it to the card front.
  6. Embellish with In Color Flat Pearls as desired!

Give this fun two-tone ink technique a try! Need some supplies? I have listed them below for easy shopping! Don’t forget that all orders of $40 or more (before tax and shipping) earn Fabulous Friends Club Perks and orders of $75 or more (before tax and shipping earn Fabulous Friends Club Perks as well as Laura’s Free Gift of the Month!!!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

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Feb 12 2026

Mini Accordion Album!

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Are you a card maker, scrapbooker, or a little bit of everything?!? Whether you are a scrapbooker or not, this fun mini accordion album is cute and simple for everyone!

mini accordion album Stampin Up, www.LaurasStampPad.com

The fun thing about these mini accordion albums is that you can create it with as many pockets you wish! The one in the photo has six pockets! Each finished pocket measures 3-1/8″ x 5″ and holds a 3″ x 5″ tag.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. For each pocket, start with a 3-5/8″ x 10″ piece of Designer Series Paper and score it at 1/4″ and 3-3/8″ on the short side, and at 5″ on the long side.
  2. Assemble each pocket with Tear & Tape Adhesive, then join them by placing a strip of Tear & Tape Adhesive down the center between pockets to form the accordion.
  3. Create six 3″ x 5″ tags and put them in the pockets! Feel free to add photos, journaling, and fun embellishments!
  4. Wrap a piece of 7-1/2″ x 2-3/8″ Designer Series Paper around the album and adhere the ends together to create a belly band!

See how simple that is to create! The hardest part is deciding how to decorate or what photos to use! LOL Give this a try and let me know in the comments below how you decorated your mini accordion album!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

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Feb 5 2026

February 2026 Specials!!!

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It’s a new month and I’m sharing with you all of the February 2026 Specials so you don’t miss out! Here we go…..

February 2026 Specials, www.LaurasStampPad.com

Now is the time to redeem those Bonus Day Coupons that you earned last month! You should have received an email with the codes. Each code is worth $5 and you can use as many as you want on an order. NOTE: If your order is over $75 and you earn the Product of the Month but then use a code to drop your total below $75, the Product of the Month will no longer be available to you unless you add more to your cart!

February Join Offer Stampin' Up!, www.LaurasStampPad.com

Stampin’ Up! has an amazing offer this month for those that wish to purchase the Starter Kit! Pick out $125 in your favorite products and get FREE SHIPPING and this FREE Stampin’ Positioning Tool! Woot Woot! So many other fabulous perks come with joining Stampin’ Up! too! This tool will eventually become available to customers but we don’t know when so this is your chance to get it NOW and for FREE!!! Click here for more information!

Laura's Free Gift of the Month, www.LaurasStampPad.com

Don’t forget all the amazing perks for shopping with Me!!! When your order reaches $40 or more (before tax and shipping), you will earn Fabulous Friends Club Perks!!! Then when your order reaches $75 or more (before tax and shipping, you will get Fabulous Friends Club Perks as well as the Free Gift of the Month! Woot Woot! These dies are just fabulous and perfect for those upcoming Spring creations!!! Shop.LaurasStampPad.com When your order reaches $75, you will also notice in your Shopping Cart that Stampin’ Up! offers you the Product of the Month! This is a special perk too! Each month, Stampin’ Up! offers a new Product of the Month for just $5 and it’s a 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Paper Pack this month! Woot Woot!

As always, I’m here to help you out in any of your crafting needs. Feel free to reach out so I can help you enjoy crafting and get the best deal! Hugs! Happy February 2026!

Happy Shoppin’

~Laura

Jan 23 2026

Special Delivery!!!

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The January 2026 Paper Pumpkin Kit was called Special Delivery! What is Paper Pumpkin you ask?! It is a monthly subscription kit with a craft project and everything needed to create it all in a fabulous box. These kits are typically cards but sometimes include treat boxes, home decor, etc.

Special Delivery Paper Pumpkin January 2026, www.LaurasStampPad.com

This one is my favorite card because I love that stunning rose! I created the kit with my 7 year old daughter and she was bothered by the fact that the stamped images were slightly covered. That’s okay and kind of the point, I told her. LOL You could always leave off the Happy Valentine’s greeting and this card would be perfect for Anniversary, etc.

Postage Stamp Special Delivery Paper Pumpkin, www.LaurasStampPad.com

This card was super fun to add each of those little postage stamps to the card front! I love the look and the flowers!!! It seems the postage stamp image is very popular right now! Would you agree? Are you loving that look too?!

Sending Love Paper Pumpkin, www.LaurasStampPad.com

This card is a favorite because I love the greeting Sending Love. So sweet and loving and warm for the recipient for sure! I will be sending this for sure this Valentine’s Day! Valentine’s Day is special and full of love and that’s why I enjoy it so much! Spread love!!!

Which card was your favorite from the January 2026 Special Delivery Paper Pumpkin Kit?! Are you signed up for the February 2026 Paper Pumpkin? Join in the fun by clicking here! You will earn Stampin’ Rewards for your Paper Pumpkin Kit too! You have until February 10th to get signed up!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Jan 17 2026

Loveliest Tree…in every way!

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Nature stamp sets are classic! You can stamp with color for Spring and Summer or more neutral tones for Fall and Winter…..at least here in Illinois! 🙂 The Loveliest Tree Stamp Set is just perfect for all year long!

Loveliest Tree Stampin Up Stamp Set, www.LaurasStampPad.com

These cards are very similar in that they both use the same stamp set and embossing folder! I love the added texture and fun that the Forever Plaid Embossing Folder creates!

Mossy Meadow Cardstock (card base): 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″
Basic White Cardstock piece (layer): 3-1/2″ x 4-3/4″ and (sentiment) 2-1/4″ x 5/8″
Pecan Pie Cardstock (piece): 2-1/2″ x 2-1/2″
Cloud Cover Cardstock (strip): 3″ x 3/4″

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Fold the 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″ Mossy Meadow Cardstock at 4-1/4″ and fold in half to create the card base.
  2. Stamp the leaf image repeatedly in Old Olive ink on the Mossy Meadow card base!
  3. Stamp the tree on the 3-1/2″ x 4-3/4″ Basic White Cardstock. Place it and the Cloud Cover Cardstock strip inside the Forever Plaid 3D Embossing Folder at the same angle and emboss!
  4. Cut the embossed tree into three sections: 1-1/2″ (top), 1″ (middle), and 2-1/4″ (bottom). Trim 3/4″ off the right side of the top piece. Trim 3/4″ off the left side of the middle piece. Trim 1/4″ off both sides of the bottom piece.
  5. Stamp the sentiment in Pecan Pie ink on the 2-1/4″ x 5/8″ piece of Basic White Cardstock.
  6. Punch a circle from the Pecan Pie Cardstock using the 1-7/8″ Circle Punch and cut the circle in half.
  7. Adhere the tree pieces in order to the card base. Adhere the half circle and the Cloud Cover strip, then add the sentiment strip with Stampin’ Dimensionals!
  8. Add 2025–2027 In Color Flat Pearls for a polished touch!

I hope you give this card a try with the Loveliest Tree Stamp Set or even any other stamp set!!! Check out the supplies below for easy ordering! Don’t forget that this month you earn Bonus Day Coupons for every $50 you order! I also offer Fabulous Friends Club Perks when you order $40 or more and Laura’s Free Gift of the Month when your order is $75 or more! Stack up all the deals!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

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Jan 15 2026

Adopt A Pet?!?

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If you’re looking for easy, creative, all-in-one crafting, you’re going to LOVE the newest additions to the Stampin’ Up! Kit Collection! These kits are perfect for beginners, busy crafters, gifts, or anyone who wants to create beautiful handmade cards without the guesswork. Adopt A Pet is probably my favorite one! Which one is your favorite?!

Adopt A Pet Kit – Craft for a Cause

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The Adopt A Pet Kit is as heartwarming as it is creative. Featuring adorable cats and dogs, this kit is perfect for animal lovers and anyone who enjoys spreading kindness through handmade cards.

Why you’ll love it:

  • Cute pet-themed designs
  • Makes thoughtful cards for encouragement, birthdays, or thank-you notes
  • A portion of proceeds supports animal-related causes 💖

This kit is a wonderful way to craft with purpose while creating something truly meaningful.

Butterfly Garden Kit – Elegant & Peaceful

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If you love soft colors, nature-inspired designs, and elegant details, the Butterfly Garden Kit will steal your heart. The delicate butterflies and calming palette make these cards perfect for sympathy, thinking-of-you, and everyday encouragement.

Why you’ll love it:

  • Beautiful butterfly imagery
  • Serene, timeless card designs
  • Great for keeping on hand for life’s meaningful moments

This kit is perfect when you want cards that feel heartfelt and graceful.

Lots of Love Kit – Sweet, Fun, & Full of Heart

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The Lots of Love Kit is bright, cheerful, and packed with feel-good vibes! Designed with love-themed elements, this kit is ideal for Valentine’s Day—but versatile enough for anniversaries, friendships, and everyday kindness.

Why you’ll love it:

  • Bold colors and playful designs
  • Great for sharing love all year long
  • Fun and uplifting to create

This is a fabulous kit for spreading smiles, one card at a time.

Let me know which one is your favorite in the comments below! I do really love them all but I think Adopt a Pet is my #1!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

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Jan 8 2026

Watercolor in Bloom Paper Pumpkin Kit!

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The December 2025 Paper Pumpkin Kit was called Watercolor in Bloom! What is Paper Pumpkin you ask?! It is a monthly subscription kit with a craft project and everything needed to create it all in a fabulous box. These kits are typically cards but sometimes include treat boxes, home decor, etc.

Watercolor in Bloom Stampin Up Paper Pumpkin Kit, www.LaurasStampPad.com

This card is my favorite from the kit because of the greeting! How heartwarming and fabulous to send or receive this card?!? I just love it! The blues and greens were really fun and a great color combination as well! There is a vellum layer that is subtle but also adds that little hint of texture!

Miss You December 2025 Paper Pumpkin Kit, www.LaurasStampPad.com

This card is my second favorite because of that fun floral trim! It just adds to much fun detail to the card! I love it! It was super fabulous of Stampin’ Up! to give us additional White greeting pieces to stamp on! This way if a mistake is made, it’s not on the actual project…..and you can flip it over and try again! Thank goodness there are 2 sides to every piece of paper! 🙂

Thank You Card Watercolor in Bloom Paper Pumpkin, www.LaurasStampPad.com

This thank you card is not your average thank you note. Not only was it handmade but it that greeting is so powerful and heartfelt! I struggled with this card and when I stamped the leaves for peaking out of the floral corner, I stamped them too high and didn’t have room for my greeting! Thank goodness for the other side!

Which card was your favorite from the December 2025 Watercolor in Bloom Paper Pumpkin Kit?! Are you signed up for the January 2026 Paper Pumpkin? Join in the fun by clicking here! You will earn Stampin’ Rewards for your Paper Pumpkin Kit too! You have 2 days to get signed up!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura