Crisscross Applesauce!!!

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Happy Monday!!! I hope you all had a wonderful weekend!!! Today, I’m sharing a fabulous card and when I look at it, all I can think is crisscross applesauce. Who doesn’t say crisscross without applesauce following??? Unless maybe you were a big fan of the band!! Let me know in the comments if you were!

Crisscross Applesauce, www.LaurasStampPad.com

This is a simple card and a great way to use up designer series paper. Adding the stitched look to the rectangles and fun linen thread just makes it that much more special!!!

I started with a Fresh Fig card base and stamped the little flower all over in Fresh Fig Ink. The flower is from the Bloom By Bloom Stamp Set. Next, I took 2 pieces of the Floral Romance Designer Series Paper and die cut them with the Stitched Rectangle Framelits! Then, I stamped the greeting on the wooden one in Fresh Fig Ink. This greeting is from the Strong & Beautiful Stamp Set.

On the smaller rectangle, I wrapped Linen Tread down the rectangle and back again creating that fun crisscross pattern. I used Stampin’ Dimensionals on the back side to hold it all in place and for adhering to the card. This gives a little texture too. I finished it off with a little Frosted Flower Embellishment!

Strong & Beautiful, www.LaurasStampPad.com

For the inside of the card, I rounded 2 corners with the Detailed Trio Punch. Using that same flower from the front, I stamped a few in Petal Pink and the coordinating greeting in Fresh Fig!!! I love the little decorated inside that just makes the card look so fabulous! After all, you can’t write on Fresh Fig cardstock anyway so why not add in some more fun!

Check out the supplies listed below so you can recreate this card! Many of these items are retiring so get them before they are gone!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

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Celebrating Mother’s Day!!!

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Happy Friday, everyone!!!! How will you be celebrating Mother’s Day this weekend?? I think every women should celebrate because I’m sure you have mothered someone in your life whether it is your child or a friend/family members or a fur baby! Also, to all of the women who are dreaming of having a baby in their arms, may you celebrate today too! (Hugs to you all!) As women, we have all been motherly to someone so let’s celebrate that!

Celebrating Mother's Day, www.LaurasStampPad.com

This Mother’s Day is super special to me because I have little Claire in my arms!!! Two years ago I had just lost my 1st baby and Mother’s Day was very difficult. Last year, I was so anxious to have Ziggy arrive as my due date was just 5 days later. This year, I get to hug, snuggle, and kiss this little amazing baby girl of mine! I’m so excited!

I hope you all have a wonderful weekend celebrating Mother’s Day and how amazing you are!!! You are a rockstar!

If you family is looking for the perfect gift for you, I offer Gift Certificates or you can sign up for the May Paper Pumpkin. Today, is the last day to get the amazing Shelli Kit. This kit is going to be super fabulous with 12 full size greeting cards that are elegant, Springy, and have birds! That’s all we have been told so far. Click here to try out or gift Paper Pumpkin!

See you back here on Monday! Happy Stampin’

~Laura


Ways To Store Your Paper Pumpkin Stamps!!!

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You all know I love organization!!! Today, I’m sharing with you a few ways to store your Paper Pumpkin Stamps. Believe it or not, my way is probably the least “organized” but it works for me and my space. I hope you find these useful and let me know if you store your Paper Pumpkin stamps this way!

Ways to Store Your Paper Pumpkin Stamps, www.LaurasStampPad.com

Each month, I get a little stamp set in plastic like shown above for Paper Pumpkin. These stamps are fabulous because they have a little bit of everything in there. After a year or even a few months, you have have basic greetings like Birthday, Thinking of You, etc. As time goes on you even get the holidays like Valentine’s Day, Christmas, Thanksgiving, etc. I go back to these stamps A LOT for specific holidays because I know I have variety in there. This also helps me not have to buy another stamp set from the Annual Catalog for that holiday. This is super handy when I really only want to make 1 or 2 cards. Try out Paper Pumpkin, even for just a month or 2. Click here to try it out!

Shoe Box Stamp Set Storage, www.LaurasStampPad.com

Okay so back to the topic….what do you do with these little sets of stamps each month?? For me, I have a plastic shoe box that I throw them all into. Nothing fancy or super detailed. The little shoe box can be found at a big box store for less than $1. I added a label on the side and end and toss the set in each month! It works for me and I have room for it like this for now!

Paper Pumpkin Stamp Storage, www.LaurasStampPad.com

There is a more organized, pretty way to store your stamps too!!! Each month, Stampin’ Up sends an email after Paper Pumpkin has arrived (around the 20th of the month). This email has details for buying refill kits, alternative options for using the kit pieces, AND a printable stamp set image. This can be printed a trimmed down to fit in a Clear Mount Stamp Case like the photo on the right.

It can also be dropped into a 3 ring binder sleeve with the stamps and even the color flyer from the kit. The awesome thing about this print out is that it shows the samples of the cards and the entire stamp set. Now you know if an image is missing or you can quickly see what the stamps are without having to dig through a box. You can also print it in color but I used my B&W printer.

How do you store your Paper Pumpkin Stamps?? Are you going to try out one of these 3 options?? Let me know in the comments below!

If you would like to see this all 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


April 2019 Paper Pumpkin Kit!!!

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I love flowers and I love Pink so the April 2019 Paper Pumpkin Kit was one of my favorites!! It also came with a card box so you could gift the cards and they are perfect for a Mother’s Day Gift!!! Love it!! Check out the unboxing video here!

April 2019 Paper Pumpkin, www.LaurasStampPad.com

I actually used some of my own inks for this kit because I wanted more color!!! The kit came with Gray Granite which I used for the greetings. The kit states the coordinating colors in the directions which stated Flirty Flamingo and Pear Pizzazz. That is what I used for the flower on the cards and envelopes. Pear Pizzazz was the color I used for the leaves! I love how it turned out with more color!

Roses Are Red, www.LaurasStampPad.com

I stamped the rose and leaves in the Flirty Flamingo and Pear Pizzazz for these cards too! They were super simple to stamp and assemble. I was done in now time at all!!

Thank You Notes with Roses, www.LaurasStampPad.com

For this one, I just had to add in the leaves as the roses were already printed on the layer! When adding the piece that the Baker’s Twine was tied to, I used Stampin’ Dimensionals for a smoother look!

Card Gift Box, www.LaurasStampPad.com

To top it all off, there was this adorable little card box in there that makes gift giving cards even that much sweeter! I think putting a few cards in there for a Mother’s Day gift will be perfect!!! You could also give the gift of Paper Pumpkin! The May Kit will be perfect as it is a special edition Shelli Kit. She has given hints to what it will be by saying it is 12 cards, birds, Springtime, and elegance! I can’t wait to see it! Click here to sign up and try out Paper Pumpkin and get the Shelli Kit!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura


My 2019-2020 New Catalog Pre-Order Arrived!!!

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Happy Tuesday!!! We are taking a break for a hot minute from Technique Tuesday to show off some of the 2019-2020 New Catalog Products!!!

My 2019-2020 New Catalog Pre-Order Arrived, www.LaurasStampPad.com

I did a complete unboxing and reveal of my pre-order so you could see all of the fabulous products. The 2019-2020 In Colors are super fabulous too! Let me know which one you like the best!

Rococo Rose is just fun to say!!! This is a pale pink/purple which is great for floral looks and a feminine style card! I think it will coordinate really well with many other colors too!

Terracotta Tile is a coral/burnt orange color. This color again will be great for flowers. Maybe I just think any color is great for flowers!?!?! This will also make a great neutral background color.

Pretty Peacock is a beautiful deep blue/green. Sometimes I think it looks like a forest green and other times I see more blue.

Seaside Spray is this fabulous light blue color with a hint of gray. This will be a fabulous background blue, masculine card blue, and work for florals too! 🙂

Purple Posy is the perfect light purple to coordinate with Highland Heather and Gorgeous Grape. I can’t wait to use these colors together!


If you would like to see this all 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


Layering Designer Paper!!!

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Do you love Designer Series Paper like me? The biggest struggle is which side do you use!!! 🙂 One of the things I like to do is use smaller pieces and use one side on the top of the card and the other on the bottom. Another option is to make strips and use both sides. There are lots of amazing ways to use designer paper. Check out my One Sheet Wonders for even more ideas!

Layering Designer Paper, www.LaurasStampPad.com

Here I used 2 similar patterns from the same pack of Floral Romance Designer Series Paper!

I started with a Whisper White card base. Next, I stamped the dots from the Bloom By Bloom Stamp Set in Petal Pink Ink. I made sure both images were falling off the paper a bit just so I know it was on the edge. Then I added the 2 strips of Floral Romance Designer Series Paper! One measures 4-1/2″ x 1-1/2″ and the other measures 4″ x 1″. They are overlapped just a bit.

Decorating in Odds, www.LaurasStampPad.com

For the greeting, I stamped it from the Strong & Beautiful Stamp onto a Whisper White rectangle measuring 2-3/4″ x 3/4″. It is then layered onto a piece of Petal Pink measuring 3″ x 1″! Using the Spring Punch, I punched out 3 pieces in Mossy Meadow. You have to decorate in odds, right?!?!? Then, I added those to the back of the greeting, securing them with Stampin’ Dimensionals. To finish it off, I added a little flower from the Frosted Flower Embellishments.

You're Amazing,  www.LaurasStampPad.com

But wait, there is more!!! I stamped those same dots on the inside as well a little greeting at the bottom! I love it!!! Decorating the inside of the card is so my jam right now!!! What about you?? Let me know in the comments below!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

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May 2019 Free Stamp Set of the Month!!!

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Happy Friday!!! Another month means another Free Stamp Set!!! This month it is even better….there is an option between kitties or puppies!!! The May 2019 Free Stamp Set of the Month is your choice of either….

May 2019 Free Stamp Set of the Month, www.LaurasStampPad.com

…Happy Tails or Nine Lives Stamp Set!!! You can earn this stamp set for FREE in the month of May with an order of $75 or more (before tax and shipping). If you place your order online, simply send me an email with your preference of stamp set!!! The set will come from me and not with your order placed online. Click here to start shopping and earning!

Both of these sets do have a coordinating punch that can be used on the puppy and kitty which is why they are highlighted. The images are also multi-step stamping images. Then you can achieve that real life look!

Are you a kitty or puppy person?? I am a kitty person all the way. We always had kittens around the farm when I was growing up. We also had a dog but I was more fond of the kitties. Although, I’m not so sure I want either now that I’m an adult because I prefer them to be outdoor and that just doesn’t work where I live. We shall see….especially when Claire says pretty please! 🙂

I hope you all have an amazing weekend!!! I’m stamping and taking pictures of my niece going to Prom!!! Can’t wait!!! See you back here on Monday!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura


Mother’s Day Card Ideas!!!

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Happy Thursday!!! Mother’s Day is coming upon us and if you still need ideas, I got you!!! I have had so much fun with the Floral Romance Designer Paper/Vellum and the Strong & Beautiful Stamp Set!!! Check out another sample here!

Mother's Day Card Ideas, www.LaurasStampPad.com

This is one of my favorites using this amazing Floral Romance Designer Vellum. Stay tuned as I will be posting the other soon! The colors are soft and beautiful. That vellum is stunning and the little bling flowers are just perfect!

I started with a Fresh Fig card base. Next, I took a piece of Whisper White measuring 3-7/8″ x 5-1/8″ and layered on a piece of the Floral Romance Vellum measuring 4″ x 5-1/4″. I went a smidge less on the white because I didn’t want it to go all the way to the edge of the vellum in case it was a bit off. Also, I wanted the edge to fade off with the vellum. The awesome thing about this vellum is that your adhesive doesn’t show through. That is super awesome and I love it. No need to place adhesive in certain spots of anything!

For the focal point, I die cut a Stitched Shape Oval and stamped the greeting from Strong & Beautiful in Fresh Fig Ink. This greeting is perfect for Mother’s Day as it is just says it all!!! Using the Sprig Punch and Leaf Punch, I punched out some greenery in Mossy Meadow and placed it around the greeting. Of course I added it to the card from with Stampin’ Dimensionals for some texture! For the flowers, I used the Bitty Flowers Punch and Fresh Fig cardstock. To finish it off, I added some Gingham Gala Adhesive-Backed Sequins to the center of each flower!

Happy Mother's Day, www.LaurasStampPad.com

For the inside, I went with a piece of Petal Pink because I thought it was soft enough to write on but gave a little pop! I stamped the greeting from Strong & Beautiful Stamp Set. I also added a few flowers too! It’s just perfect for Mother’s Day and has that added touch of love since it is homemade!

If you would like to see more fabulous sneak peak samples, 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

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Everything is Rosy!!!!

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Oh my goodness everyone….the Everything is Rosy Product Medley is AMAZING! When I first saw the flyer for these products, my heart literally skipped a beat and I squealed. Like outloud, not kidding. It’s so beautiful and I’m in love!!!

Everything is Rosy, www.LaurasStampPad.com

Pink and Navy and Rose Gold…..Ummmm hello!!! You can’t go wrong with that, am I right? This product medley is exclusive to this offer and WHILE SUPPLIES LAST! I think it will go super fast…..like single digit number days fast. If you want it, you need to get it NOW! Click here!

Product Medley, www.LaurasStampPad.com

This Everything Is Rosy Product Medley is $80 (US) and includes stamps, framelits, designer paper, foil paper, embellishments, ribbons, and shimmer paint! Totally worth every penny and oh so beautiful! These products will not be offered any other time so this is your only chance. Click here to get it before it is gone!

These colors/patterns are perfect for weddings, birthdays, and so much more!!! The bright colors are great for going into the summer season too! Also, have I mentioned I love the color Pink…..like every shade of pink. Now you know why my heart skipped a beat when I saw these products! Eeeee

Also, when you purchase this kit, you will be earning 2 of Laura’s Loyal Stampers Stickers AND My Free Stamp Set of the Month!!! Woot Woot!!! How fabulous is that?!?!?!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura


Storage By Stampin’ Up!

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Hello Stampers! If you have followed me for even a week, you know I love storage, organization, and I’m a bit of an OCD freak when it comes to placement of stuff. So of course I was super excited about the Storage By Stampin’ Up! Hello, it’s perfect. But I got it and now here is my honest review!!!

Storage By Stampin' Up, www.LaurasStampPad.com

First thing I love about these things are that they can be stacked in any increments. This means that it fits anywhere. I hate when I find a cool storage piece but it is just a hair too big for my shelf or it fits the shelf but there is 3 inches of wasted space at the top. My craft room is “full” so I don’t want to waste space anywhere. I’m sure some of you can relate. I am able to have 11 trays for the Stampin’ Blends Markers on my shelf and it fits perfectly and all of my markers fit. It’s perfect and I love that.

The plastic is much thicker and sturdier than I anticipated. I was afraid they would be a little flimsy or easily crack/break. That doesn’t seem to be the case as they are thick and seem really strong.

One fear that I would have is that if it were to fall off my table or something, I’m betting the trays would pop apart and you would like trays and markers all over. This isn’t a deal breaker because lets be honest, I hope they never fall and of course if they did it would be a mess. Since the trays just lock/sit in place, they could pop a part if they fell over. Again, not a deal breaker but it is something that crossed my mind.


Over all I love the ease of putting them together. I love the organization and ability to customize your space to fit anywhere. I also love the options for the toppers. The solid topper is on my blends since it fits perfectly on my shelf but the little trays are perfect for ink refills on the ink pad trays or just on your desk. It’s just awesome to be able to purchase something with options to fit your space and style and not be stuck with 1 thing! Click the links below to get your Storage By Stampin’ Up!

If you would like to see this all 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

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