Jul 3 2019

Stamping Layered Flowers!!!

Posted on July 3, 2019 by Laura's Stamp Pad

I love stamping with flowers….that’s no secret for sure! There are just so many fabulous ways to use them like this fun background card but also this one I’m sharing today! Stamping layered flowers gives a whole new look to the flower and project! It’s super fun!

Stamping Layered Flowers, www.LaurasStampPad.com

I used the Floral Essence Stamp Set to create this stunning card. Using both the large and small flower together just makes for a whole new look!!! You totally need to try it out!

I started with a Seaside Spray card base. Next, I took a piece of Whisper White (3-3/4″ x 5″) and stamped all over it with the Floral Essence Stamp Set. I used Seaside Spray ink for both layers of the flower but the large flower I stamped off once. For the smaller flower, I used full strength Seaside Spray. It is super easy to stamp the 2 flowers because there is no right or wrong way to line up the flowers, simply overlap that center a little. I stamped the center of the flower in Crushed Curry and the leaves in Mossy Meadow. Be sure to stamp the flowers and greenery off the edge of the cardstock so the image seems to be continuous!

After stamping this fabulous layered flower, I layered this piece onto Crumb Cake (4″ x 5-1/4″). Before layering it onto the card front, I added a strip of the Seaside Spray Scalloped Linen Ribbon. Simply secure the ends on the back side with Stampin’ Dimensionals and add a few more to secure it to the card front!

Rococo Rose Flowers, www.LaurasStampPad.com

Here I did the same card in Rococo Rose and it looks just as fabulous! For the greeting, I used Circle Punches to punch out Whisper White and Crumb Cake. The greeting is from the same Floral Essence Stamp Set and in the same ink color used for the flowers! This makes fewer supplies used which makes things easier! I added a few loops of Linen Thread behind the greeting for some texture and to make the greeting POP!

Which color do you prefer for your layered flowers card?? Let me know in the comments below! If you can’t wait to create this same card, check out the supply list below!!!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Product List

Floral Essence Photopolymer Stamp Set

[149450]

$17.00

Seaside Spray 1/2" (1.3 Cm) Scalloped Linen Ribbon

[149707]

$8.00

Seaside Spray Classic Stampin’ Pad

[150085]

$7.50

Linen Thread

[104199]

$5.00

1-1/2" (3.8 Cm) Circle Punch

[138299]

$16.00

Jul 2 2019

Creating a Double Fold Card!!!

Posted on July 2, 2019 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Happy Tuesday!!! You know what that means! I have a fabulous technique to share with you today!!! We are creating a double fold card and it is beautiful!!!

Creating a Double Fold Card, www.LaurasStampPad.com

I used the Perennial Essence Suite and I love how it turned out. The little flower piece opens to the right and then the designer paper piece opens to the left! It’s super fun! Also, the flower is all blingy with Wink of Stella. This photo just doesn’t show how amazing this card is!

I started with a card base of Purple Posy measuring 5-1/2 x 7-1/4. So this is like a normal card base but with a little 1-1/4″ piece taken off the front. Next, I layered on the Blackberry Bliss (5-1/4″ x 2-3/4″) and Perennial Essence Designer Series Paper (5″ x 2-1/2″). For the inside piece, I stamped 3 flowers from the Floral Essence Stamp Set along the left hand side of a piece of Whisper White (4″ x 5-1/4″). I found that stamping the middle flower first and then the two side ones worked best for spacing!

For the 2nd fold out piece, I started with a piece of Purple Posy measuring 3″ x 6″ and I folded it in half. Next, I layered on a piece of Blackberry Bliss measuring 2-3/4″ x 2-3/4″. On the 2-1/2″ square of Whisper White, I stamped another one of those big flowers and colored it with Stampin’ Blends. I used the Blackberry Bliss Dark Marker for all of the lines and accents on the flower. Then I went over it and filled in with the Blackberry Bliss Light Marker. For the center and greeting, I stamped them with Crushed Curry Ink. To finish it off, I added Wink of Stella all over it. #SafeGlitter 🙂

Floral Essence Stamp Set, www.LaurasStampPad.com

Next, I layered the flower onto the Blackberry Bliss square and stamped the greeting inside the mini card. Make sure the crease of the card is on the right hand side. Then I added adhesive to the back and placed like a sandwich around the left side flap. Making sure it was centered up and down and in far enough on the side so it wasn’t hanging off, I pressed it down! Now you are done creating a double fold card.

Check out more samples using the Perennial Essence Suite here and here. Also, if you would like to make these cards, click the supply list below!

If you would like to see all of this in action, check out the video below or click here! Be sure to give the video a thumbs up if you liked it and don’t forget to subscribe if you are new. If you would like a notification when I post a new video, be sure to click the bell right next to the subscribe!!!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Product List

Perennial Essence Designer Series Paper

[149100]

$11.50

Floral Essence Photopolymer Stamp Set

[149450]

$17.00

Blackberry Bliss Combo Pack Stampin' Blends

[147932]

$9.00

Blackberry Bliss Classic Stampin' Pad

[147092]

$7.50

Crushed Curry Classic Stampin' Pad

[147087]

$7.50

Clear Wink Of Stella Glitter Brush

[141897]

$8.00

Jul 1 2019

It is a Tree!!!

Posted on July 1, 2019 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Did you know that it is a tree stamp in the Memorable Mosaic Stamp Set? I totally thought the tree top was just a background or mossy greenery dangling down. Then I looked at the trunk image and couldn’t figure it out. I thought maybe a koi fish or something. When I looked in the catalog, I realized it is a tree. Of course, it is!

It is not just any tree….it is a beautiful one!!! How cool is this card?!?! I thought the greeting from the Colorful Seasons Stamp Set was perfect for this card! It is perfect for any card because lets be honest, sometimes we all need to be told to just breathe! Am I right??

I started with a Night of Navy card base. Next, I cut a piece of Pool Party (4″ x 5-1/4″) and stamped the greeting from Colorful Seasons along the bottom. It was stamped in Night of Navy Ink. Then I took a piece of Very Vanilla (3-3/4″ x 4-1/4″) for the focal point. It is a bit longer so that I could rip off the bottom after stamping and coloring for some texture.

For the tree, I stamped the leaves first in Call Me Clover Ink. I stamped down once, lifted and moved it over just a bit and stamped again. This gives more leaves and colors for a fuller look on the tree. Next, I stamped the trunk in Soft Suede Ink. By stamping the tree first and working your way down, you know you won’t run out of room. If you stamped the trunk and it was too high, your leaves would fall off the top of the cardstock.

After stamping, I took the brush tip of the Stampin’ Blends and just colored in. I used Pool Party Light for the sky and Soft Suede Light for the ground. Simply swipe the ink across in a rough look. Don’t worry about filling it all in perfectly, just swipe across. It might look crazy at first but set it aside and work on the rest of the card and then come back and it will be fabulous! I ripped the bottom and then added it to the Pool Party layer. Using some of the new Night of Navy/Sahara Sand Baker’s Twine, I wrapped it around and tied it into a knot. Since the twine is bumpy, I added this layer to the card front with Stampin’ Dimensionals for a smooth look!

Mosaic Card Insert, www.LaurasStampPad.com

For the inside of the card, I added a layer of Very Vanilla (4″ x 5-1/4″) and stamped the mosaic circles on the corners in Night of Navy Ink. This are from the Memorable Mosaic Stamp Set! The perfect little decoration!

If you would like to make this fabulous card, check out the supplies listed below! You can also check out another sample I created with this set by clicking here and here!!!!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Product List

Memorable Mosaic Cling Stamp Set

[149226]

$22.00

Colorful Seasons Photopolymer Stamp Set

[143726]

$27.00

Soft Suede Classic Stampin' Pad

[147115]

$7.50

Night Of Navy Classic Stampin' Pad

[147110]

$7.50

Call Me Clover Stampin' Pad

[147139]

$7.50

Night Of Navy/Sahara Sand Baker's Twine

[149483]

$4.00

Pool Party Light Stampin' Blends Marker

[144595]

$4.50

Soft Suede Light Stampin' Blends Marker

[146874]

$4.50

Jun 28 2019

Laura’s Quick Kits – Perennial Flowers!!!

Posted on June 28, 2019 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Happy Friday!!!! I’m excited to bring you another one of Laura’s Quick Kits! This one is called Laura’s Quick Kits – Perennial Flowers because it uses the Floral Essence Stamp Set from the Perennial Essence Suite!!! You should have known a flower kit was coming soon as I just love them so much!

Laura's Quick Kits Perennial Flowers, www.LaurasStampPad.com

What Are Laura’s Quick Kits? This kit comes with all of the pre-cut cardstock and embellishments to create the 3 cards shown above. The kit includes supplies for 6 total cards (2 each of the 3 designs). Envelopes are included! Also, everyone who purchases the kit will get access to a Private Quick Kits Video that shares the details for creating these cards! So it is like attending one of my classes but in the comfort of your home.

What supplies will I need for this kit? The stamp set used was the Floral Essence Stamp Set for both the flowers and the greeting. You could always use a different greeting if you wish or leave off the greeting for a card for any occasion! Next, you will need the following ink colors: Seaside Spray, Terracotta Tile, and Rococo Rose for the flowers. The centers are So Saffron and the leaves are Mossy Meadow. You could always use another color of yellow or green if you prefer like Old Olive or Garden Green. Daffodil Delight or Crushed Curry would work for the center of the flowers.

How Much is the Kit? The Kit is $25, free shipping! All payments will be processed via Paypal!

How Do I Order My Kit? Click here and it will take you to a Paypal Invoice for you to submit payment for the Laura’s Quick Kits – Perennial Flowers Kit. You can purchase more than 1 of the kits too! Then after payment is received, your kit will go in the mail and you will receive a Thank You email with the link to the video!!

Don’t forget to check out past kits as well! Click here to see the Bloom By Bloom Kit and the Floral Romance Kit! I hope you all have a wonderful weekend and I’ll see you back here on Monday!! Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Jun 27 2019

How To Get Your Spacing Right!!!

Posted on June 27, 2019 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Sometimes I just wing it and sometimes I measure and sometimes I have fun little tips like this one!!! Today, I’m sharing how to get your spacing right on stamped flowers so you can fit a greeting in the middle!!!

How To Get Your Spacing Right, www.LaurasStampPad.com

The Bloom & Grow Stamp Set makes my heart happy!! I just love all the flower combinations and how they can be stamped so beautifully!

I started with a Gorgeous Grape card base. Next, I took a piece of Whisper White (4″ x 5-1/4″) to stamp the flowers from the Bloom & Grow Stamp Set. These were stamped in Basic Gray because I like that softer look for coloring rather than the bold black look.

So now for the hot topic: How To Get Your Spacing Right?!?! I simply placed the greeting strip (Highland Heather measuring 4-1/4″ x 1″) to the side of the white cardstock and in the middle where I wanted it to be placed. Then I stamped the top flowers making sure to be at the top of that greeting strip. Ink it up again, flip it over, and stamp the bottom flowers near the bottom of that greeting strip. By placing the guide on the side, it helps get that perfect spacing where they aren’t too far apart or too close together! Simple and fabulous!

Stampin' Blends Coloring, www.LaurasStampPad.com

Here are the colors of Stampin’ Blends that I used for these flowers. I like to take a photo with my phone right after I am done so I know which colors were used. Then if I want to recreate it exactly, I don’t have to guess!!!

You are Simply Wonderful, www.LaurasStampPad.com

Once I finished coloring, I added this layer to the card base. Then I stamped the greeting from the Bloom & Grow Stamp Set in Gorgeous Grape Ink. This piece was then attached to the center of the card. For a little bit of texture, I added a Baker’s Twine bow with a Mini Glue Dot and some Basic Sequins.

Simply Wonderful Card Insert, www.LaurasStampPad.com

For the inside, I added a piece of Whisper White (4″ x 5-1/4″) and stamped some greenery on the corners from the Bloom & Grow Stamp Set. Perfect coordination to complete the card! Here are some more color options for this amazing card!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Product List

Bloom & Grow Photopolymer Stamp Set

[149229]

$26.00

Basic Gray Classic Stampin' Pad

[149165]

$7.50

Whisper White Solid Baker's Twine

[124262]

$3.50

Basic Adhesive-Backed Sequins

[146933]

$7.00

Jun 26 2019

Stamped Floral Background!!!

Posted on June 26, 2019 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Okay Okay! You all know I LOVE flowers and stamping with flowers. I just can’t help myself. Check out this amazing stamped floral background card!!! It is beyond amazing and very simple to make! The stamping does all the work!

stamped floral background, www.LaurasStampPad.com

This card is fairly basic and reasonable to create. There aren’t a ton of crazy embellishments and designer paper and layers upon layers. It is just cardstock, stamping, and sequins! I love it! You could also mix up the colors to create a whole different look but with the same concept!

I started with a Melon Mambo card base. Next, I layered on a piece of Mango Melody measuring 4″ x 5-1/4″. Then I took a piece of Whisper White measuring 3-3/4″ x 5″ to stamp all over. Using the Floral Essence Stamp Set, I started with the large flower in the left hand corner. Next, I filled in with the other flowers all along the left hand side and bottom of the cardstock to complete the stamped floral background. Once the flowers were stamped, I filled in with some greenery and the floral centers. The flowers were stamped in Melon Mambo and Mango Melody Ink. The greenery was stamped in Old Olive Ink.

Using the greeting from the same Floral Essence Stamp Set, I add that to the upper right hand corner in Old Olive Ink. Then I added this layer to the card front and finished it off with a few Basic Sequins for a little bling and texture after all it is the stamped floral background that takes the cake!

Floral Card Insert, www.LaurasStampPad.com

For the inside of the card, I added a piece of Whisper White (4″ x 5-1/4″) with some stamped flowers on opposing corners. I am so loving a decorated inside of a card. Before, I always thought it was unnecessary and now I’m in love and feel like it is SUPER necessary for every card. I get excited for how I am going to add a little to the inside now. It’s crazy how your crafting changes over time!

How has your crafting changed over time? Did you like something before and now you don’t or vice versa? Let me know in the comments below! Also, be sure to check out other samples using this stamp set here!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Product List

Floral Essence Photopolymer Stamp Set

[149450]

$17.00

Melon Mambo Classic Stampin' Pad

[147051]

$7.50

Mango Melody Classic Stampin' Pad

[147093]

$7.50

Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pad

[147090]

$7.50

Basic Adhesive-Backed Sequins

[146933]

$7.00

Jun 25 2019

Fussy Cutting Frenzy!!!

Posted on June 25, 2019 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Do you like to fussy cut?? You know where you cut out an image by hand rather than having a punch or framelit! I’m not a fan of it because I don’t have the patience. Apparently the day I made this card I had lots of time because I went on a Fussy Cutting Frenzy!!!

Fussy cutting frenzy, www.LaurasStampPad.com

Minus the fussy cutting frenzy that took place to make this card, it was a fairly simple card. The amazing Mosaic Mood Designer Series Paper and Memorable Mosaic Stamp Set did all the hard work!

I started with a Mint Macaron card base. Next, I stamped along the side using the Memorable Mosaic Stamp Set and Mint Macaron Ink. TIP: Start somewhere in the middle with the circle image. Then stamp the twisted image on either side and fill in till it is complete. Also, make sure the twisted image is on the edge/falls off the edge. The designer paper will cover up the other end so if they aren’t all level, that’s okay! I did this same stamped image on the inside of the card too!

Next, I added the piece of Mosaic Mood Designer Series Paper measuring 3-1/4″ x 5-1/2″. Be sure it covers up all of the ends of the twisted stamped images. Then I fussy cut out the hummingbird from another piece of the Mosaic Mood Designer Series Paper. This paper is so gorgeous! Using Stampin’ Dimensionals, I added the hummingbird to the card front!

For the greeting, I stamped it in Soft Suede Ink and punched it out with the coordinating Timeless Label Punch (Bundle & Save 10%). Then I stamped it again in Terracotta Tile Ink so I could fussy cut (hand cut it out) out the word kindness. Next, I glued the word kindness over the other one and flipped it over to add the ribbon. Using Stampin’ Dimensionals to secure the ribbon, I laid the ribbon down in a squiggle pattern and then added it to the card front.

Memorable Mosaic, www.LaurasStampPad.com

For the inside, I did the same pattern of stamping along the edge and then I added some Very Vanilla cardstock to write on! This also covers up the unevenness of the twisted stamped image! 🙂

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Product List

Mosaic Mood Specialty Designer Series Paper

[149478]

$14.50

Memorable Mosaic Bundle

[151063]

$36.00

Mint Macaron Classic Stampin' Pad

[147106]

$7.50

Terracotta Tile Classic Stampin’ Pad

[150086]

$7.50

Soft Suede Classic Stampin' Pad

[147115]

$7.50

Mint Macaron 1/4" (6.4 Mm) Textile Ribbon

[149480]

$7.00

Jun 24 2019

Sending Happy Wishes!!!

Posted on June 24, 2019 by Laura's Stamp Pad

The Mosaic Suite from the New Annual Catalog is so beautiful. The colors and styles of the tiles on the stamps and designer paper are so fun! This image Sending Happy Wishes Your Way is actually a stamp in Terracotta Tile ink onto Very Vanilla cardstock. See I’m telling you, amazing set of products!!!

Sending Happy Wishes, www.LaurasStampPad.com

This card is actually really easy to make and could be done in a few different colors! This makes it more fun to mix and match and use products you might already have!

I started with a Mint Macaron card base. Next, I ripped the edges of a piece of Soft Suede just a bit on both sides. This gives the card some texture and a bit of a rustic look. Then, I layered on a piece of the Mosaic Mood Designer Series Paper measuring 2″ x 5-1/2″. I added this down the center of the card front.

For the greeting, I first punched out a Very Vanilla circle with the 2-1/4″ Circle Punch to help pop the greeting pop! Next, I stamped the greeting from the Memorable Mosaic Stamp Set in Terracotta Tile Ink onto Very Vanilla. Sending Happy Wishes Your Way is perfect for any occasion! Using the coordinating Timeless Tile Punch, I punched out the greeting. For those fun loops of Linen Thread, I wrapped it around my 4 fingers. Next, I pulled the loops off and twisted them into a figure 8 and placed them on the back of the greeting. Using Stampin’ Dimensionals, I secured the loops all fanned out and added it to the card front!

If you want to make this card, check out the supplies listed below! Also, stay tuned as I have a lot more cards to share using the Mosaic Mood Suite!!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Product List

Mosaic Mood Specialty Designer Series Paper

[149478]

$14.50

Memorable Mosaic Bundle

[151063]

$36.00

Linen Thread

[104199]

$5.00

2-1/4" (5.7 Cm) Circle Punch

[143720]

$18.00

Terracotta Tile Classic Stampin’ Pad

[150086]

$7.50

Jun 21 2019

Finally Friday!!!

Posted on June 21, 2019 by Laura's Stamp Pad

All day yesterday I thought it was Friday! What’s even worse is yesterday evening, Brad (my husband) says, “So today is actually Friday, right?” Nope! But TODAY is finally Friday so let’s celebrate!!!

Don’t forget that the Free Stamp Set of the Month is Everything Amazing!!! All orders of $75 or more (before shipping and tax) this month will get this set for FREE!!

AND because it’s Finally Friday, let’s throw in DOUBLE Laura’s Loyal Stampers Stickers now through Sunday at midnight. Orders in increments of $40 earn 1 Laura’s Loyal Stampers Stickers….this weekend it will be 2 Stickers. Once you have earned 10 Stickers, you will get a $40 Gift Certificate from me!!! This weekend it’s double points so now you can earn that Gift Certificate faster!! Woot Woot! Click here to start shopping!

I hope you all have a wonderful weekend! We are headed to a family wedding and I’m so excited! My family is big and it’s always a good time when we all get together! Claire will get to play with lots and lots of cousins and we will be showering the new couple with love….and a little bit of craziness! Welcome to the family, Sarah! 🙂

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Jun 19 2019

All Days Are Beautiful…

Posted on June 19, 2019 by Laura's Stamp Pad

…that begin with you!!! Isn’t that a fabulous greeting?!?!? I mean come on! If you got a card that said that, you are sure to smile! Am I right?? Of course, all days are beautiful when they are sunny too!!! Or days that are spent with friends and family!!! Or really just any day we wake up in the morning!

All Days Are Beautiful, www.LaurasStampPad.com

This card uses products from the Perennial Essence Suite which I showed off yesterday as well as tips and inspiration. Let’s get started on the details for this fabulous card!

I started with a Blackberry Bliss card base measuring 4-1/4″ x 11″. Next, I layered on a piece of Petal Pink (4″ x 5-1/4″) and then a strip of the Perennial Essence Designer Paper (2″ x 5″). This paper is just stunning and even though each strip looks differently, it’s all fabulous!

For the greeting, I punched out a 2-1/4″ Circle from the So Saffron piece of the Perennial Essence Designer Vellum. One side is darker and shiny and the other side is more pale and rough looking. You can use whichever side you prefer!! Then I stamped the flower and greeting from the Floral Essence Stamp Set. The flower was stamped in Petal Pink Ink with a So Saffron center. The greeting was stamped in Blackberry Bliss. I layered these together and added them to the card front with Stampin’ Dimensionals for texture! To finish it off, I added a few Basic Sequins!

Of course Blackberry Bliss is too dark to be able to write on so I added some Whisper White to the inside and stamped a coordinating flower! I’m really loving the decorated inside of cards lately. I think it’s here to stay! Do you decorate the inside of your cards? Let me know in the comments!

Check out the supply list below so you can make this card!! Don’t forget all orders of $40 or more earn Laura’s Loyal Stampers Stickers! Also, don’t forget that all days are beautiful….especially those that I get to spend with you here on my blog, social media, or stamping in person!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Product List