Nov 14 2018

Orlando Day 1 Recap!!!

Posted on November 14, 2018 by Laura's Stamp Pad

We made it home and it’s snowing…..so not cool!!! I am missing Orlando weather already. Here is our Orlando Day 1 Recap!!! We went to Epcot courtesy of Stampin’ Up and it was amazing!!!!

It was super magical and so easy! Parking was a breeze. There was a tram that took us right to the entrance and then it was like we had the whole world in front of us. I remember looking at Brad and saying why does it seem everyone knows where they are going and we are like oh my what do we do first. We headed around the world looking at everything and smashing pennies. We got a total of 19 smashed pennies so of course I had to buy a Disney Penny Passport. Rapunzel and Flynn chatted with us and we got their autograph! Claire did so well and enjoyed looking at everything and everyone. It was HOT like upper 80’s and real feel of mid 90’s! I was loving it!!!

Stampin’ Up released the NEW Occasions Mini Catalog and Sale-A-Bration brochure to all of us. AMAZING!!! My favorite Sale-A-Bration item already is that amazing ribbon. There are 5 spools of the most beautiful spring colors. Butterflies and gingham are hot hot hot too! Check back tomorrow for more samples, ideas, and goodies. I have millions of photos to sort through and all kinds of things!

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Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Nov 5 2018

Orlando Here We Come!!!!!

Posted on November 5, 2018 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Happy Monday everyone!!! I will not be posting this week as I’m heading to Orlando for Stampin’ Up’s 30th Anniversary OnStage Convention!!!! Orlando Here We Come!

I am beyond excited about this trip and the warm weather (hopefully). You know I’m a warm, summer girl and hate winter! 🙂 Also, I have never been to Orlando or Epcot!!! Stampin’ Up is taking us to Epcot on Wednesday Night! Eeeeee There are 22 Penny Smashers there and my little heart just might explode. Anyone else out there love penny smashers???? Let me know in the comments below! I even have a little Passport Book for all of mine!

Follow me on Social Media to see the adventures that follow this week! I will also be posting NEW stuff that is coming out in the Occasions Mini Catalog in January as well as Sale-A-Bration!!!! WOOT WOOT!

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Of course, you can still shop online with me here! If you want to join me in the next Stampin’ Up adventure, click here to join my team! I hope you all have an amazing week and I’ll see you back here soon!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Nov 2 2018

November 2018 Free Stamp Set of the Month!!!

Posted on November 2, 2018 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Happy Friday and Happy November!!! I still can’t believe it!!! Today, I’m sharing the November 2018 Free Stamp Set of the Month!!!! Drum Roll…..

Of course, since it’s November I thought I would pick a Thank You Stamp Set! The A Big Thank You Stamp Set is just perfect!!! You can earn this set for FREE all month long when you place an order of $75 or more (before shipping or tax) online or in person! This offer is exclusively through me. Click here to start shopping!!!

Also, Stampin’ Up has some exclusive products released this month ONLY!!! These items are while supplies last so don’t wait long to get them! There are 2 stamp sets – Happiness Surrounds & Snow Is Glistening! There are coordinating Snowflake Thinlits. But wait….there’s more! There is also Snowflake Trinkets and White Velvet Paper! Bring on the warm and cozy with the Winter season!!! Click here to see all of these products and get them before they are gone!

I hope you all have a wonderful weekend!!! Let me know in the comments what you are doing! Stamping?? Cuddling?? Watching Football?? Cleaning House??

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Nov 1 2018

Timeless Tidings Project Kit!!!

Posted on November 1, 2018 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Happy Thursday!!! Today, I’m sharing the Timeless Tidings Project Kit and let me tell you it is amazing!!! At first glace, I was like oh wow that’s pretty. It’s also amazing to get 20 cards in the kit. Then I opened it up and loved all the gold trims and pretty envelopes and printed pieces. Now I’m even more in love!!

Look at these beauties!!!! Aren’t they amazing? Those gold trim envelopes with stripes on the inside are super fun too!!! The other bonus that I was SUPER impressed was how simple these cards were. I honestly did 1 of each of these 4 while watching Claire (5 months old) in less than 30 minutes. That blew me away!

This one is my favorite! I love the big flower and little gold scallop. When looking at the card base, there is a black V along the card and this is for lining up the gold scallop trim. It makes layering super simple and easy. No worries about putting the gold trim up to high or low. I will say that the greeting is pretty TIGHT on that banner so be careful!

This one is my second favorite and honestly it would make a fabulous masculine birthday card too! Again, this card had a line to show where the gold trim. The gold trim for this one is the one with the little star on it. The instructions didn’t mention using the star but I added it to the one tree because why not. Stampin’ Up only added the star so you could differentiate which trim is used for which card. How perfect!!!! 🙂

I love the gold banner layered behind the greeting on this card. Simply layer each piece together for a fabulous look and add some gold rhinestones all over. Simple and fabulous!

So for this card, I actually popped up the holly piece with Stampin’ Dimensionals. Since the greeting goes over the top and I didn’t want it be double popped so I only added Stampin’ Dimensionals to the far right side and then regular Snail to the left side. This made it nice and smooth!

Which one is your favorite??? Let me know in the comments below! Click the links below to snag this kit for yourself!!!

If you would like to see the unboxing and reveal of this kit, 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

Timeless Tidings Project Kit

$20.00

Timeless Tidings Clear-Mount Stamp Set

$20.00

Oct 31 2018

Detailed Deer Card #2!!!

Posted on October 31, 2018 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Yesterday I shared a fun card using the Dashing Deer Stamp Set and coordinating framelits. Today it’s Part 2 and I’m sharing this detailed deer card!!! Click here to check out yesterday’s card if you missed it!

As you can see, this card is very similar in style to the one I shared yesterday! It also uses the same greeting banner, stamped floral image, same colors, and the die cut deer!!! This makes creating multiples for Christmas super easy!!!

I started with a Whisper White card base and stamped the floral image on the top and bottom in Merry Merlot Ink. All the images for this card are from the Dashing Deer Stamp Set from the Holiday Mini Catalog. Next, I added a little strip of Gold Glimmer Paper just above and just below the stamped image. Then I took a piece of Whisper White (4″ x 4″) and embossed it with the Swirls and Curls Embossing Folder. TIP: I know this is sort of after the fact but I wanted to point out that you might want to hold the glimmer paper up to the embossed cardstock to make sure they line up correctly. While I cut the glimmer paper and white paper at 4″, after embossing it the white paper pulled in a smidge. This made the glimmer paper hang out a little on the ends and I had to trim it off.

Now for the focal point, I added Stampin’ Dimensionals (and some Mini ones) to the die cut Gold Foil Deer. I used the coordinating Detailed Deer Framelits (Bundle & Save 10%). Next, I added the greeting which was stamped in Merry Merlot Ink and punched with the Banner Triple Punch. It also was added with Stampin’ Dimensionals. Be sure not to put a dimensional on the spot that it sits on the deer because then it would be popped over the deer. So I just added some to the top side of the greeting and let the bottom rest on his back.

I love that I was able to cut a lot of the same dimensional and colors for 2 cards and get 2 different looks. It’s also super fabulous to not have to waste Gold Foil Paper because this deer isn’t really the easiest for minimal waste. This way I’m using the deer and the negative image for 2 cards. It’s perfect!!!!

If you would like to create these 2 cards, click on the supplies below to get started. Also, you can check out the video tutorial here!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Product List

Dashing Deer Clear-Mount Bundle

$50.25

Gold Foil Sheets

$4.00

Banner Triple Punch

$23.00

Merry Merlot Classic Stampin’ Pad

$7.50

Gold Glimmer Paper

$5.00

Swirls & Curls Textured Impressions Embossing Folder

$7.50

Oct 30 2018

Technique Tuesday – Dashing Deer Duplicates!!!

Posted on October 30, 2018 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Happy Tuesday!!! You all know what that means! I have a fabulous Technique to share with you today! I’m sharing this fun idea of creating Dashing Deer Duplicates!!! Today I’ll be sharing one card today and then the coordinating one tomorrow!!! Get a sneak peak of it in the video below!

For this card, I used Gold Foil, Whisper White, and Merry Merlot paper. The only ink used was Merry Merlot Ink and the only stamp set was the Dashing Deer Stamp Set. I also, used the Detailed Deer Framelits (Bundle & Save 10%). With these products I created this card and then used a similar layout and the die cut deer to create another card. Come back tomorrow for that one!

I started with a Whisper White card base which is great for writing on the inside of the card too! Next, I layered on a piece of Merry Merlot cardstock after stamping the floral image on the top and bottom. The image was stamped in Merry Merlot for that subtle look. Then I took a 4″ x 4″ piece of Gold Foil Paper and die cut the deer out with the Detailed Deer Framelits. I also die cut out a few flowers in Merry Merlot cardstock. BONUS: Stampin’ Up put a few of the flower framelits in the set so that you can die cut multiples at the same time. So I got all 3 of these flowers with just 1 crank through the Big Shot!

Using the Fine Tip Glue Pen, I added the flowers around the deer! For the greeting, I stamped it in Merry Merlot from the Dashing Deer Stamp Set. To make the banner tips, I just used the Banner Triple Punch! Since I hadn’t used any Stampin’ Dimensionals just yet, I thought I needed to for the greeting! 🙂 You all know how much I love those things!

Come back again tomorrow to see how I used the die cut deer to create another card with the same stamps, ink, and paper!!!

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

Product List

Dashing Deer Clear-Mount Bundle

$50.25

Gold Foil Sheets

$4.00

Fine-Tip Glue Pen

$7.00

Banner Triple Punch

$23.00

Merry Merlot Classic Stampin’ Pad

$7.50

Oct 29 2018

Do You Make Thanksgiving Cards???

Posted on October 29, 2018 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Do You Make Thanksgiving Cards?? I know that holiday isn’t one of the big ones but it’s actually my 2nd favorite after Easter!!! Being thankful, more low key, and rather simple are just a few reasons why it is my favorite! I don’t typically make cards for it though, rather fall cards that work for Thanksgiving too. What is your favorite holiday?? Let me know in the comments below!

This card is great all year around since we should really be counting our blessings each and every day! With these colors, I think this card makes a great Fall/Winter card though!

I started with a Soft Suede card base. Next, I took a strip of the Frosted Floral Designer Series Paper (2″ x 5-1/2″) and placed it on the lower half of the card front. The greeting was stamped from the Painted Harvest Stamp Set in Soft Suede Ink. I added it to the card front with Stampin’ Dimensionals for a little bit of texture!

For the floral piece, I used the First Frost Stamp Set and coordinating Frosted Bouquet Framelits. Don’t forget to Bundle & Save 10% on these amazing products. First, I layered a Mossy Meadow leaf down and then placed the Silver Foil flower on top. I used Mini Glue Dots to adhere these to the card front. The top layer was stamped in Gray Granite and then die cut using the coordinating die.

While typically I am not a fan of neutrals, I really like the soft neutral look of this card. Maybe it’s because there is still a pop of color and shine in the designer paper and silver foil! I love it! If you would like to make this card, check out the supplies listed below! To see more samples using these 2 stamp sets, click here, here, and here!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Product List

First Frost Clear-Mount Bundle

$49.50

Painted Harvest Photopolymer Stamp Set

$21.00

Gray Granite Classic Stampin’ Pad

$7.50

Soft Suede Classic Stampin’ Pad

$7.50

Frosted Floral 12″ X 12″ (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper

$14.00

Silver Foil Sheets

$4.00

Oct 26 2018

Follow-Up Friday!!!

Posted on October 26, 2018 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Happy Friday!!! This week seemed to fly by and can you believe it’s the last Friday of the month! Where did October go??? I thought I would do a little follow-up Friday before we settle into the weekend!!!

The October Free Stamp Set of the Month is the Peaceful Noel Stamp Set from the Holiday Mini Catalog. You will get this set for Free when you place an order of $75 or more before shipping and tax. This offer is exclusively through me. Also, let me know your vote for the November Free Set of the Month in the comments below! I haven’t picked it yet so I would love to hear your suggestions. Click here to start shopping!!!

The November Paper Pumpkin is going to be Holiday/Christmas themed and it will be cards. It is also going to come in this adorable plaid box! I love it!!! Click here to get signed up! Be sure to do it before November 10th!!! You can get Paper Pumpkin for just 1 month to get this fabulous box or you can continue to get it for a few more months. BONUS: Your first kit comes with a clear block!

I hope you all have a wonderful weekend and I’ll see you back here on Monday!!! Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Oct 25 2018

Die Cutting Multiples At Once!!!

Posted on October 25, 2018 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Time is precious and we all need more of it, am I right??? Today, I’m sharing with you a way for die cutting multiples at once and we can all thank Stampin’ Up for this amazing way!!!

This card was easy to create because the Frosted Bouquet Framelits have 2 of these small flower framelits in the set. I was able to die cut all of these flowers with just 2 cranks through the Big Shot! I love it!!!

For the card base, I used Pear Pizzazz card stock. Next, I took a piece of Whisper White (4″ x 5-1/4″) and embossed it with the Tufted Embossing Folder. Then I added it to the card front. Using the Frosted Bouquet Framelits, I die cut the label and stamped the greeting in Pear Pizzazz Ink. The greeting and flowers are all from the First Frost Stamp Set. Don’t forget to Bundle & Save 10% when you purchase the stamps and coordinating framelits. The greeting was added to the card front with Stampin’ Dimensionals.

For the flowers, I stamped them in Blackberry Bliss on Whisper White and die cut them with the coordinating framelits. Since there are 2 framelits for the small flower, it was very quick to die cut all of these flowers! For the leaves, I stamped the leafy image from the stamp set all over in Pear Pizzazz Ink. Then I used the large leaf/stem image and die cut over the top. These two images do not coordinate but rather give a fun look of green and white on the leaves. You could always use the coordinating stamps and dies for a perfect look. Using Mini Glue Dots, I added the leaves around the greeting and then placed the flowers over the top with Stampin’ Dimensionals. To finish it off, I added Frosted Epoxy Droplets which I’m super loving. Those things are so pretty and really pop!!!

Check out more samples using the Frosted Floral Suite here and here! I’m really loving this suite! What about you? Let me know in the comments below!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Product List

First Frost Clear-Mount Bundle

$49.50

Pear Pizzazz Classic Stampin’ Pad

$7.50

Blackberry Bliss Classic Stampin’ Pad

$7.50

Tufted Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder

$9.00

Frosted & Clear Epoxy Droplets

$9.00

Oct 24 2018

All The Shimmer & Shine!!!

Posted on October 24, 2018 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Happy Wednesday!!!! Today, I’m sharing this amazing and very simple card. It’s got all the shimmer & shine which just makes it fabulous!

Can we just stare at this card for another moment??? Isn’t it amazing? The Frosted Floral Designer Series Paper has that amazing shine to it that just makes it pop and look so pretty all on its own. I like letting the paper do all of the work!!!

For this card, I used a Whisper White card base. Next, I layered on a piece of the Frosted Floral Designer Series Paper measuring 4″ x 5-1/4″. It’s really hard to pick which piece to place down because both sides are amazing. Then I took another piece of the designer paper measuring 1/2″ x 5-1/4″ and placed it towards the bottom of the card. This offers a nice little contrasting piece to help the greeting stand out.

For the greeting, I stamped it from the First Frost Stamp Set in Soft Suede Ink. The greeting was stamped on Mint Macaron that was punched with the Banner Triple Punch for those perfect banner tips! I added the greeting to the card front on the right side with Stampin’ Dimensionals for a little bit of texture. On the left side, I adhered a little bow with Mini Glue Dots that was made with the Braided Linen Trim. This card was super quick and simple and yet stunning!

Do you prefer quick and simple cards or more detailed elaborate cards? Maybe you prefer a little bit of both depending on the day or how much time you have?? Let me know in the comments below!!!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Product List

Frosted Floral 12″ X 12″ (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper

$14.00

Soft Suede Classic Stampin’ Pad

$7.50

First Frost Clear-Mount Stamp Set

$22.00

Banner Triple Punch

$23.00

3/16″ (1 Cm) Braided Linen Trim

$7.00