Aug 13 2018

Trees & Leaves for Any Occasion!!!

Posted on August 13, 2018 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Happy Monday!!! I hope you all had a wonderful weekend!!! Today, I wanted to share with you this simple card that can be used for so many different occasions with just a switch of the greeting!!! These trees & leaves for any occasion make the Rooted in Nature Stamp Set so versatile.

This card was not my original idea. I got this from the talented, Cindy Murphy and just fell in love and had to recreate it. Thank you so much for the amazing idea!

I started with a Crumb Cake card base. Next, I layered on a piece of Tranquil Tide measuring 4″ x 5-1/4″. Then I took a piece of Whisper White (3-3/4″ x 5″) and stamped the leaves from the Rooted in Nature Stamp Set. The large leaf was stamped in Mint Macaron and the 3 leaf set was stamped in Tranquil Tide. The other leaf was stamped in Soft Suede and I did it a few times to get various shades of that leaf and not have all of them so dark. After adding this to the card front, I ran a little strip of Snail Adhesive down the center and stuck the Burlap Ribbon over top. Don’t worry if it’s not super stuck on there because the focal point will also hold it on.

Now for the focal point, I die cut out a Soft Suede circle using the Layering Circles Framelits and added it to the card front with Stampin’ Dimensionals. I made sure they went over the ribbon to hold it in place as well. Next, I stamped the tree stump from the Rooted in Nature Stamp Set in Crumb Cake ink onto scrap white and fussy cut it out. It was really easy to cut out since it’s fairly round but not perfectly so no worries if you are a bit off. I stamped the greeting in Tranquil Tide Ink.

Before adding this piece to the card front, I die cut and embossed the leaves using the coordinating Nature’s Root Framelits. These are super cool because you can get so much out of this set. First, I die cut the leaves with the outline image in Tranquil Tide and Crumb Cake. Then I laid the coordinating embossing piece over the leaf and ran it back through the Big Shot to emboss it. To make sure it doesn’t move on you, simply place a Post It Note over the top or a piece of Washi Tape. Simple and fabulous for adding texture to your project. I added those to the lower left of the circle and then placed the greeting on top!

What would you use this card for – birthday, thinking of you, thank you??? It does make a fabulous man card which I really struggle with so I might make up some more for birthday cards!! Let me know what you think in the comments below!!!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Product List

Rooted In Nature Clear-Mount Bundle

[148353]

Tranquil Tide Classic Stampin’ Pad

[147146]

Mint Macaron Classic Stampin’ Pad

[147106]

Soft Suede Classic Stampin’ Pad

[147115]

5/8″ (1.6 Cm) Burlap Ribbon

[141487]

Aug 10 2018

Bonus Bucks in August!!!

Posted on August 10, 2018 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Happy Friday!!! I hope you all had a wonderful week and have fabulous plans for the weekend! We are going to relax and enjoy some family time! I can’t wait!!! Before we start the weekend though, I wanted to share some deals going on this month!!! Stampin’ Up has Bonus Bucks in August!!! Click here to start shopping!!!

This means that when you spend $50 in August, you will earn a $5 code to spend in September!!! This is for every increment of $50 so you can earn 2 for a $100 order or event 2 orders of $50 if you like to spread out your ordering throughout the month! Save the email with the code because they can’t resend that code, it is specific to you! In September, you will then enter the code in when you are placing your order online or send it to me with your order!! It’s kind of like Sale-A-Bration but you get to pick anything you want with the $5 rather than picking from a select group of items!! Woot Woot! Also, you will want all the Bonus Bucks for the Holiday Mini Catalog coming in September. It is fabulous and starts on September 5th!

Don’t forget that increments of $40 earn you Laura’s Loyal Stampers Stickers and if your order reaches $75, you will earn my Free Stamp Set of the Month which is Around the Corner! All the fabulous deals this month!!! Click here to start shopping!!!

Have an amazing weekend and I’ll see you back here on Monday!!! Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Aug 9 2018

Fixing Your Broken Punch!!!

Posted on August 9, 2018 by Laura's Stamp Pad

It’s okay! It’s not really broken! Today, I’m showing you how we are fixing your broken punch!!! Have you ever had that little plastic release button in the back pop out??? No worries, that doesn’t mean your punch is forever broken!

Have you ever had this happen?? That little plastic piece in the back of your punch pops out. This happens when it is slid into the locked position and you go to punch something. It gets pushed out when that happens. Keeping it in the unlocked position while using it is best. I feel like I have some punches that always pop out and others that never had. Who knows…but I do know how to fix it and I’m sharing that with you!

All you need to do it gently pop that plastic piece back into the slot in the back. It will need pressure to get it back in and it will sort of snap back in. Be sure to put it in with the notch closer to the outside edge of the punch. If you pop it in the other way, it won’t slide closed/locked because it will hit that notch. No worries, just pop it back out and flip it around!

Let me know in the comments below if you have had a punch do this!!!

Check out the Video Tutorial below or click here to see this all in action because it makes more sense seeing it than reading about it, I’m sure! 🙂 I hope you found this super useful. 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

Aug 8 2018

Holly Berries & Stitched Labels!!!

Posted on August 8, 2018 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Happy Wednesday!!! This week is kind of going fast it seems!!! Just like this summer has gone fast and the holidays are right around the corner it seems. Don’t blink! Today, I’m sharing this fun card with holly berries & stitched labels!!!

I used the NEW Blended Seasons Stamp Set and coordinating Stitched Seasons Framelits (Bundle & Save 10%). These products are available this month only so get them before they are gone! The stamps are perfect for any occasion and season and the framelits are amazing with the double stitching!

I started with a Very Vanilla card base. Next, I layered on a piece of Old Olive measuring 4″ x 5-1/4″. Then, I took a piece of Very Vanilla (3-3/4″ x 5″) for stamping and Cherry Cobbler (3-1/2″ x 4-3/4″) for die cutting. Using the Stitched Seasons Framelits, I die cut the label out of the center of the Cherry Cobbler. Stay tuned to see how I used the label on another card. Using the negative border image as a guide, I stamped the greeting in Cherry Cobbler and the holly berries in StazOn Black ink.

Using the NEW Watercolor Pencils Assortment 2, I colored in the holly berries. I used the Old Olive from the current Watercolor Pencils Assortment 1 and then added in accents by going down the center with Garden Green. The berries were colored with Cherry Cobbler. After coloring, I used the Blender Pens to soften and smear the color around. Once I was done coloring, I added the vanilla piece to the card front. Then I added the Cherry Cobbler frame with Stampin’ Dimensionals. I finished off the card with a few Gold Faceted Gems.

Don’t forget that the Blended Seasons Bundle is only available while supplies last this month only. Click the supplies below to get yours today! If you want to check out all the products in the Bundle, check out my Video Tutorial here!

Happy Stampin’
~Laura
Product List

Blended Seasons Clear-Mount Bundle

[149894]

Watercolor Pencils

[141709]

Watercolor Pencils Assortment 2

[149014]

Jet Black Stazon Ink Pad

[101406]

Cherry Cobbler Classic Stampin’ Pad

[147083]

Blender Pens

[102845]

Aug 7 2018

Technique Tuesday – Blending Fall Colors!!!

Posted on August 7, 2018 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Happy Tuesday!!! That means I have a fabulous technique to share with you!!! While I’m loving summer and I’m not ready for it to leave, today I’m showing you all about blending Fall colors!!!

These colors are just amazing using the New Watercolor Pencils!!! They are the perfect fall look and I love how the leaves look like they are blowing around.

I started with a Crushed Curry card base. Next, I took a piece of Cajun Craze and ripped the top and bottom for some texture on the card. Then I took a piece of Very Vanilla and did the same. Using the NEW Blended Seasons Stamp Set, I stamped the leaves and greeting in StazOn Black Ink. I used StazOn because I did some blending of the colors with Blender Pens and I don’t want the ink to bleed.

Now for the coloring, I used the NEW Watercolor Pencils Assortment 2 and Pumpkin Pie from the Watercolor Pencils Assortment 1. The red leaf was done with Cherry Cobbler & Pumpkin Pie. The yellow leaf was done with Crushed Curry and Cajun Craze. Green leaves were done with Garden Green and Granny Apple Green. I simply went down the veins with one color, added a little in between with the other color and then swirled the colors together with Blender Pens. I love how the colors came out! Let me know your favorite leaf in the comments below. Mine is the red one!

Don’t forget that the Blended Seasons Stamp Set and coordinating Stitched Seasons Framelits are only available while supplies last this month!!! Click the photos below to order yours today!

If you would like to see all of this in action, check out the Video Tutorial below or click here! I hope you found this super useful. 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

Blended Seasons Clear-Mount Stamp Set

[149016]

Jet Black Stazon Ink Pad

[101406]

Watercolor Pencils

[141709]

Watercolor Pencils Assortment 2

[149014]

Blender Pens

[102845]

Aug 6 2018

July 2018 Paper Pumpkin – Picnic Paradise!!!

Posted on August 6, 2018 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Happy Monday! I hope you had a wonderful weekend!!! We enjoyed family time, my high school reunion, and relaxing. That’s the perfect weekend for sure!!! Today, I’m sharing with you the July 2018 Paper Pumpkin – Picnic Paradise!!! This one is supper summer-y and adorable!!!

Look at all of that goodie. I am still blown away with how much product/projects come in the Paper Pumpkin Box each month. All of this with leftover supplies, stamps, and ink for just $19.95 plus tax, free shipping. That is a steal!!! I can’t figure out whether I want to put the cards in the baskets and give them as a gift or use the cards and add some food treats to the baskets as a gift. What would you rather get…food or cards? Let me know in the comments below!

The strawberries are my favorite I think. First thing, was to stamp the stitched border on all of the card bases. The stamp doesn’t actually go all the way across but don’t panic. Lining the stamped image up isn’t that hard since it is photopolymer and if it’s not straight, you can’t tell. I messed up a few or felt it looked super crooked and once the cards were complete, I can’t find the messed up ones. Next, add the vellum which I only put adhesive in the center so it didn’t show through on the edges.

For the fruit, I put it down first and then tied the twine around. I didn’t want the Baker’s Twine to be lumpy under my fruit. The greetings I popped up on Stampin’ Dimensionals so I didn’t have to worry about those being lumpy over the twine. I did adhere the striped label to the greeting first.

Do these not scream teacher and back to school??? Claire isn’t going to school this August (lol) but I do think they would make great back to school notes/gifts for a teacher!

Here I wanted to show that I stamped the stripes all the way across the paper and then popped out the labels. That was much easier than popping them out and trying to hit that small individual label with the inked up image. Then for the basket assembly. These were super simple since the basket pieces were labeled. The instructions mentioned cutting off a little piece if you would like and I wasn’t sure what they were talking about. After making one, I realized it was the handle. That little piece of the handle that goes lower than the basket trim can be cut off flush with the trim if you would like. I cut all of mine. Also, I didn’t think I would use the short basket trim pieces but then I put one on and loved it. So I ended up using the short pieces for that nice clean trim look around the basket. I only stuffed 2 pieces of the check paper into the baskets and there is tons leftover. I love it!!!

If you would like to see all of the goodies in the kit, check out my reveal video here!

If you would like to try out Paper Pumpkin even for just 1 month to see what it’s all about, click here to sign up. Use the Promo Code: BLOOM0818 (zero eight, one eight) and you will get 50% off the August Kit. You can cancel at any time so give it a try! For $9.98 plus tax, you can’t beat it. Stamps, ink, all the supplies, AND a clear block for that price is amazing! Click here to sign up!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Aug 3 2018

August 2018 Free Stamp Set of the Month!!!

Posted on August 3, 2018 by Laura's Stamp Pad

It’s a new month so that means a new FREE Stamp Set! The August 2018 Free Stamp Set of the Month is…………

The Around the Corner Stamp Set from the Annual Catalog is the August Free Stamp Set with a $75 order (before shipping & tax). That means that any online or in person order placed in the month of August totaling $75 earns you this amazing set. I love the cool features of the corner greetings and images. They really add a perfect little touch to your project. Stay tuned for more samples using this stamp set!

Don’t forget about Bonus Bucks this month for every $50 you spend this month too! You will earn a code for $5 off your order in September when you spend $50 in August (before shipping & tax).

Click here to start shopping and earning all the amazing goodies!! Who doesn’t love a good deal?!?!

Happy Shoppin’

~Laura

Aug 2 2018

Tip for Your StazOn Black Ink!!!

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

Today, I’m sharing a tip for your StazOn Black Ink. First one is don’t throw away that little clear lid!

StazOn Ink smells AMAZING. Does anyone else love the smell of it like me? Let me know in the comments below….surely I’m not alone here. Right? I love it! It also works fabulous for watercoloring because it’s a permanent ink. StazOn for watercoloring and Memento for Stampin’ Blends!

My Tip: Don’t throw away that little clear lid on the inside of the ink pad. That is needed to keep a nice seal on the ink so it doesn’t dry out easily. Since it can get in the way or you might lose it, simply add a Mini Stampin’ Dimensional to the lid. That little clear lid with attach and stay perfectly.

Now the ink pad is ready to use after just removing the black lid. It all comes off together and saves inky fingers. I love when something so simple really makes life easier!

StazOn Ink also has it’s own cleaner since it is a strong ink. I’ll be honest and say that I don’t use StazOn Cleaner very often. I clean my stamps with the Simply Shammy or Stampin’ Scrub and let them stain. Sometimes, when I’m done with the project, I’ll go back and use the cleaner. This is all personal preference. I know it’s best to get that ink off but it’s also a pain and I just like stamping more. It is odd because I’m such a freak about organizing and cleaning in other aspects but this I let slide. It’s okay though!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Product List

Jet Black Stazon Ink Pad

[101406]

Stazon Cleaner

[109196]

Aug 1 2018

My Birthday Month Has Begun!!!

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

Happy Wednesday! Happy August 1st!!! That means that my Birthday Month has begun and it’s time to celebrate!!! I love celebrating all month long! Stampin’ Up must have known because they have released a NEW bundle for this month only!!!

This card makes me sooooo happy. I love the greeting but more importantly those amazing flowers. I’m telling you, I’m not an artist or good at coloring but Stampin’ Blends prove me wrong. Coloring with those make you feel like a rockstar!!

I started this card with a Whisper White card base measuring 4-1/4″ x 11″. I went with this dimension because I wasn’t sure which way I wanted to have my card. With a smaller greeting from the Blended Seasons Stamp Set, the card could go vertical. With this amazing longer greeting, it needed to go horizontal. Also, you can save on ribbon when you go around the 4-1/4″ side of a card verses the 5-1/2″ side.

Next, I layered on a piece of Lovely Lipstick cardstock measuring 4″ x 5-1/4″. Then for the focal point, I cut a piece of Whisper White (3-3/4″ x 5″). I stamped the flowers and greeting from the NEW Blended Seasons Stamp Set in Memento Black Ink. I couldn’t wait to try out the new colors of Stampin’ Blends – Lovely Lipstick and Granny Apple Green. They are amazing and beautiful. I color with the darker marker first in the centers and along the lines of the stamped image. Then I go back in with the lighter marker and color all over in a circular motion. Making sure to go over the dark color as well to really blend the colors together. I used the Daffodil Delight Stampin’ Blends for the centers.

After coloring, I added this piece to the card front and tied some Polka Dot Tulle Ribbon along the left side. I really struggled with what color of ribbon to go with – Black, Lovely Lipstick, White, Silver?? Let me know if you think I picked a good one or if you would have went with something different!

If you would like to see more on this New Blended Seasons Bundle, check out this Video from yesterday! If you would like to purchase the items for this project, click the photos below. This stamp set is only available this month!!!

Happy Stampin’
~Laura

Product List

Blended Seasons Clear-Mount Stamp Set

[149016]

Lovely Lipstick Stampin’ Blends Markers Combo Pack

[147281]

Granny Apple Green Stampin’ Blends Markers Combo Pack

[147274]

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad

[132708]

Whisper White 5/8″ (1.6 Cm) Polka Dot Tulle Ribbon

[146912]

Jul 31 2018

Specials Coming & Going!!!

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

It’s the end of July and that means that there are some Stampin’ Up Specials that are Going…..

The Buy 3, Get 1 Free Designer Series Paper Special ends TODAY! Click here to see what packs are in this special and get yours before it’s over.

Also, the Starter Kit promotion ends today. This is a fabulous time to join Stampin’ Up because you get to pick out $125 in any product you would like AND a color family of ink pads all for just $99. Not only is that an amazing deal but Stampin’ Up is celebrating their 30th Anniversary and lots of fabulous things are coming up in celebration. Plus it is always more fun stamping with others and making new friends. Click here to join my team and join in the fun!

Coming in August is an amazing Bundle of goodies! There is the Blended Seasons Stamp Set and coordinating Stitched Seasons Framelits. This set is perfect for every season and the framelits are AMAZING. Stitching on this inside and outside so you can use the frame (negative) after die cutting the label. How cool is that?!?! Stampin’ Up is also releasing a NEW set of Watercolor Pencils which are super fabulous!

Check out all of the goodies in the Video below or click here! Be sure to give it a thumbs up if you liked it and don’t forget to subscribe to my channel as I will be posting more on this bundle and others.

Stampin’ Up has Bonus Bucks coming in the month of August as well! Stay Tuned!!!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura