Nov 1 2016

Technique Tuesday – Christmas Pines!!!

Posted on November 1, 2016 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Happy Tuesday!!! I hope you are having an amazing week so far! Today I’m going to show you the beautiful Christmas Pines Stamp Set and how real looking it is!!! I love it!

I just love how real the pine branches and pine cones look!!! The branches are 2 step stamping and the pine cones are 3 step stamping! It does take a little practice but no worries, you got this!!! I have faith in you! 🙂

I started with a Garden Green card base! Then I took a piece of Very Vanilla (4″ x 5-1/4″) and started by stamping the pine branches in the upper left corner. I used the Christmas Pines Stamp Set for all of the image. First I stamped the wider needle image in Garden Green Ink (stamped off once) and then I stamped it with the skinnier needle image in Garden Green Ink (full strength). Even if the needles don’t match up perfectly, it is okay because it just makes for a fuller branch. Also, always remember that it is stamped with love and not perfection! 🙂 The image is large so be sure to press in the middle of the branch as well for a nice even image. Now for the pine cones, I used Chocolate Chip Ink for all 3 images. I prefer to use one ink pad for my multi-step stamping because it reduces supplies needed but it also has a nice gradual look rather than one color popping more than the others. I started with the smooth solid image, stamped off twice and then onto my cardstock. Then I took the diamond pine cone image, inked it in Chocolate Chip, stamped off once and then on top of the solid image. You will line things up with the bubble part on the top and the ripples along the sides. Now for the final image (the triangle pine cone image), you will ink it in Chocolate Chip and stamp it full strength. You can see the diamonds through the stamp to help line things up as well as the top and sides like before. For the greeting, I took a 1-3/4″ x 3-1/2″ strip of Cherry Cobbler and added banner tips to the end. You can use the Banner Triple Punch or scissors. If you use scissors, cut straight up in the center and then diagonal from the corner to that middle line. Then I took a 1-1/2″ x 3-1/2″ strip of Very Vanilla and stamped the greeting from the Christmas Pines Stamp Set in Cherry Cobbler Ink. I added the banner tips to this piece as well and layered it onto the cherry banner. If you need to trim off some on the length you can do so to make them match. I added the greeting to the lower right corner of the card. Then I added some of the Gold Twine from the Baker’s Twine Trio Pack around the top a few times and tied the knot in the back. I added this piece to the card base with Stampin’ Dimensionals to give a little texture to the card and for a smooth look since the twine is wrapped around. Now you are all done!!!

If you would like to see this in action, check out my Video Tutorial below or click here! Be sure to give it a thumbs up if you liked it and don’t forget to subscribe if you are new!!!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

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Oct 31 2016

Warm Wishes & Mistletoe Kisses!!!

Posted on October 31, 2016 by Laura's Stamp Pad

I love how embossing folders can create such amazing cards on their own! Add a little greeting and some accents and you are golden! I also love how easy it is to pop a piece of cardstock into a folder and run it through the Big Shot. No lining up, hoping it doesn’t move, and popping it out!

For this card, I started with a Rich Razzleberry card base! Then I took a piece of Whisper White (4″ x 5-1/4″) and ran it through the Big Shot in the Softly Falling Embossing Folder. I added some Silver Satin Ribbon across the cardstock and adhered the ends on the back side. If I recreated this card, I would probably place the ribbon down a bit farther so the greeting wasn’t so high up. You can place it anywhere you would like – middle, top, or bottom! For the greeting, I stamped it from the Tin of Tags Stamp Set in Rich Razzleberry Ink. Then I punched it out with the Decorative Label Punch. I also punched out another one in Silver Foil Paper. I cut the silver label in half and placed half on the top portion of the greeting and the other half on the bottom portion of the greeting. You can see that in action here!

I added the greeting to the card front with Stampin’ Dimensionals for a little more texture and dimension. Love it!!! This card would be perfect any time throughout the holiday season or winter season! Do you send Christmas cards, New Year’s cards, Winter cards or none at all? Let me know in the comments below!!!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Oct 28 2016

Fast Friday!!!

Posted on October 28, 2016 by Laura's Stamp Pad

The weekend is almost here and so I thought I would share a quick and simple card!!! Some may think this is super basic and needs a little something more and some may think it’s fabulous! I’m somewhere in between.

I started with a Whisper White card base and added some Candy Cane Lane Designer Washi Tape along the top and bottom. Then I took the Candy Cane Christmas Stamp Set, which is in the same suite and has coordinating images, and stamped in the middle of the card. I stamped the greeting in Basic Black to make it pop and the single gumdrops in Real Red Ink. That’s it!!! Quick and Simple!!!

If you are looking for a quick and simple holiday card, I am offering a special this season – Cut For Christmas! I do all of the cutting and all you have to do is stamp and assemble. I look forward to helping you during this busy time of year!!!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Oct 26 2016

Three Little Trees!!!

Posted on October 26, 2016 by Laura's Stamp Pad

The Totally Trees Stamp Set from the Holiday Mini Catalog has so many perfect little trees for every holiday and season! You can check out a few others here, here and here! And now I’m going to show you all about this Christmas style tree!!!

I started with a Whisper White card base. Then I took a piece of Whisper White (2″ x 4-1/4)) and stamped the tree from the Totally Trees Stamp Set in Garden Green three times across the paper! I added the little stars on top of the trees with Crushed Curry Ink. I layered this piece onto Real Red cardstock measuring 2-1/2″ x 4-1/4″. Then I added this to the card base and stamped the Merry Christmas from the Teeny Tiny Wishes Stamp Set. That is my favorite stamp set for greetings for all occasions!!! You could use any greeting of your choice for this one! I finished the card off with a little Cherry Cobbler Baker’s Twine from the Baker’s Twine Trio Pack tied into a bow!! I love it!!!

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Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Oct 25 2016

Technique Tuesday – Santa’s Sleigh!!!

Posted on October 25, 2016 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Happy Tuesday!!! That means I have a fabulous technique to share with you today!!! Sometimes it’s the little things that make the biggest impact and that’s how I feel about this card today!!! But if you like an even bigger impact…..stay tuned….I have something for you too! Sneak peak below!

Simplistic and yet stunning!!! The Santa’s Sleigh Bundle (Save 10%) has simple images that can be used in so many different ways alone but also can create the most beautiful masterpiece when paired together!

For this card, I started with a Whisper White card base. Then I took another piece of Whisper White (3-3/4″ x 5″) and stamped the label from the Christmas Pinecones Stamp Set in VersaMark Ink. I added Silver Embossing Powder and heated it with the Heat Tool! I really wanted the greeting to shine and look a little more fancy to match the fabulous sleigh! Check out more on heat embossing here! Then I stamped the greeting from the Christmas Pinecones Stamp Set in Night of Navy in the center of the label. Now for the sleigh, I die cut the main piece in Night of Navy with the Santa’s Sleigh Thinlits. I used the Precision Base Plate with the Big Shot so each of those intricate pieces would be cut perfectly! Then after running it through, I used the Big Shot Die Brush to pop it out of the die and pop out all of those little pieces so easily! Those are my 2 favorite tools for the Big Shot!!! Love!!! For the overlay on the sleigh, I used Silver Foil Paper to die cut it out!

The overlay lines up so perfectly over the top of the sleigh and I used the Fine Tip Glue Pen to adhere them together. You just need a little bit of glue so I add it on the edges and in the larger sections in the middle. Just a light little bit so it doesn’t squeeze out onto your project! I used that same glue to adhere the sleigh to the card front. Once you have added the glue, place it on your project and lay your hand over the top, pressing firmly. Hold for about 15 seconds and to allow the glue to take hold and then you are golden! If you see a few spot pop up, just carefully place the tip of the glue underneath to add a smidge more!! Once I have the sleigh on, I layered this piece onto Night of Navy cardstock (4″ x 5-1/4″). Then I layered it onto the card base with Stampin’ Dimensionals to give it some dimension.

You can also do it in Silver Glimmer Paper or even Gold or Red!! So many fun ways to create with the Santa’s Sleigh Thinlits. If you would like to see this in action and more on the Santa’s Sleigh Bundle, check out the Video Tutorial below or click here! Don’t forget to give it a thumbs up if you liked it and be sure to subscribe if you are new!!!

Now for the sneak peak……

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

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Oct 24 2016

A Sweet Season!!!

Posted on October 24, 2016 by Laura's Stamp Pad

I love the Candy Cane Christmas Stamp Set….well actually the entire Suite of products including Designer Paper and Washi Tape and more! The images are adorable and the greetings are fun! Also, I love a great scroll-y font!! 🙂

I started with a Whisper White card base and stamped the greeting in the lower right corner in Real Red Ink. I used the Candy Cane Christmas Stamp Set for all the images! I took a small piece of the Candy Cane Lane Designer Washi Tape and placed it on the card front! Then I layered 3 squares – Candy Cane Lane Designer Series Paper (2-1/4″ Square), Real Red (2″ Square) and Whisper White (1-3/4″ Square). I stamped the candy cane from the same stamp set in Real Red! I layered the squares with Snail Adhesive but added it to the card with Stampin’ Dimensionals. Quick, simple and super adorable!!!

Here is another one with just a few changes. For this one, I used the striped image from the Candy Cane Christmas Stamp Set as the background rather than Washi Tape. Also, I changed up the center image to another fabulous one from the stamp set. See how you can do so much with this amazing set! This card is also in my Cut For Christmas offer!!! All you need in a Real Red Ink Pad and the Candy Cane Christmas Stamp Set!!! Love it!!! Be sure to check out the other cards in the offer as well!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

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Oct 21 2016

Fall is in the Air!!!

Posted on October 21, 2016 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Fall is here and there is no denying it! Let’s just hope it stays Fall and doesn’t become the next season…..oh how I don’t like winter at all. In the mean time, I’m trying to enjoy the sun, warm fall days, crisp morning, and the beautiful colors of trees!!! This card is made with the Totally Trees Stamp Set from the Holiday Mini Catalog which has every type of try for every location and occasion! It is super fun and perfect for a man card too! If you would like to see more samples, check them out here and here!

I started with a Cajun Craze card base. This color is one that I only really use during the Fall. It’s the perfect fall color. Then I took a piece of Very Vanilla (4″ x 5-1/4″) and stamped the trees along the bottom from the Totally Trees Stamp Set. I did the base in Chocolate Chip and then the circles in Garden Green, Cajun Craze, Cherry Cobbler, and Crushed Curry. I wanted a more subtle look so I stamped off once with each of them before stamping onto my cardstock. This gives a lighter look so it isn’t so bold. I added a piece of Burlap Ribbon along the top. I added a bit of adhesive in the middle to hold it down since I knew the greeting would cover any sticky that might come through. I placed some Stampin’ Dimensionals on the back side to hold the ends down. I really like using dimensionals when I have ribbon on the back side of my cardstock because the dimensionals give it a smooth look rather than a bumpy one when using Fast Fuse or Snail. Since the ribbon is wide, I just used the dimensional border and placed a long piece over the top. I added more dimensionals along the back and adhered it to the card base. For the greeting, I stamped it from the Tin of Cards Stamp Set in Chocolate Chip Ink onto Very Vanilla cardstock. I punched it out with the Decorative Label Punch. Then I punched another one out in Garden Green and layered it behind by cutting it in half and placing one piece above and one below for a nice layer. You can check out this video on how to do that here. I added the greeting to the card with Stampin’ Dimensionals as well….again for that smooth look and because dimensionals sink into the ribbon and around it rather than just sitting on top! Now you have the perfect fall card!

I hope you all have a wonderful weekend enjoying the Fall weather and don’t some of your favorite things! See you back here on Monday!!!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

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Oct 20 2016

Rudolph The Red Nose Reindeer!!!

Posted on October 20, 2016 by Laura's Stamp Pad

I just love this card because the reindeer is so adorable and the blingy nose on Rudolph is fabulous!!! This is also one of the cards in my Cut For Christmas offer!!! Super fun and simple which is great for this time of the year!!! Now let’s get started!!

I started with a Crumb Cake card base and folded it in half to create the card base. Then I stamped the Reindeer image from the Cookie Cutter Christmas Stamp Set all over the front of the card bases in Early Espresso Ink. I usually start somewhere around the middle but not exactly in the middle. Then stamp above and below that image until you fall off the top and bottom of the cardstock. Then move over to the right and stamp the image to where it isn’t even with the line you just created but instead they are off set. Continue this pattern until the entire front is covered. Be sure that you are falling off the card front so it looks like the pattern continues.Then don’t forget to stamp one more reindeer on a piece of Whisper White and punch it out with the coordinating Cookie Cutter Builder Punch (Bundle & Save 10%). Then punch out some Red Glimmer Paper with the 1/2″ Circle Punch and I adhered it to the punched out reindeer. I used a Stampin’ Dimensional but you could adhere it flat rather than popped up if you wish. For the greeting, I used one from the Cookie Cutter Christmas Stamp Set and stamped it on the left hand side of a piece of Whisper White cardstock (3-4/” x 4-1/4″) in Real Red Ink. Then layer it onto Real Red cardstock (1″ x 4-1/4″). I wrapped some Black Baker’s Twine around twice and tied it into a bow. You could always do a knot whichever you prefer! Then I added this piece to the front of the card with Stampin’ Dimensionals. Again you could use Snail Adhesive but if you use dimensionals it will look smoother where the twine is. If you use Snail, just be sure it holds tight on both sides of the twine. I finished it off by adding the punched out reindeer to the card to the right of the greeting. I used Stampin’ Dimensionals to make him pop and stand out more!

To see the Cookie Cutter Christmas Bundle and all the fun ways you can use, check out the Video Tutorial below or click here. Don’t forget to give it a thumbs up if you liked it and be sure to subscribe if you are new!!! I have created a lot with this Bundle which you can check out here and the rest will be posted soon. Stay tuned!

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Happy Stampin’

~Laura

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Oct 19 2016

Peace & Happiness!!!

Posted on October 19, 2016 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Simple and fabulous! I have never been a fan of Delightful Dijon until the Petals & Paisleys Suite came out. Then I was like “oh this color is fabulous!”. Now I pulled it out for this holiday card and love how it has that golden look without using Gold Foil Paper or Gold Glimmer Paper. This card is simple and yet perfect!!!

I started with a Night of Navy card base! I added a strip of Presents & Pinecones Designer Series Paper to the center. For the greeting, I used the Stars Framelits for the various sizes. I tried out a few different ways before settling on this design. You can layer the stars on top of each other with a nice border around the greeting or even add various sizes diagonally from corner to corner. I stamped the greeting in Night of Navy Ink from the Stitched With Cheer Stamp Set from the Holiday Mini Catalog. You can always base the size of your star on the size of your greeting. I added the Delightful Dijon Star to the card with Snail Adhesive and the white greeting star with Stampin’ Dimensionals.

Have you planned out your Christmas Cards yet? Let me know what set you are using for yous! I would love to hear from you in the comments below!!!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

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Oct 17 2016

Beary Merry Christmas!!!

Posted on October 17, 2016 by Laura's Stamp Pad

This may not look like the traditional Christmas card but it sure does feel warm, cozy, and full of love. That is what a card is suppose to be anyway, isn’t it??? How precious!!!!

I started with a Crumb Cake card base and added a strip of Candy Cane Lane Designer Series Paper (1-1/2″ x 5-1/2″). I cut a piece of Very Vanilla cardstock measuring 2″ x 3″ and stamped the teddy bear (body and ears) from the Cookie Cutter Christmas Stamp Set in Crumb Cake Ink. This image is very solid and you might find that you don’t get a nice solid image. The image in the sample above even has a few spots on the top side of the teddy’s head. I stamped the face in Basic Black. If you are getting this, ink it up, stamp it off onto scrap paper a few times and then repeat 2-3 more times. This will help roughen it up a little and then you should get a nice clean, solid look. I punched out the heart from the coordinating punch – Cookie Cutter Builder Punch (Bundle & Save 10%). I used a little dab of the Fine Tip Glue Pen to adhere the heart. I took a Delicate White Doily and but it into 3 pieces (like a pie piece). Just add one of these pieces to the left side of the teddy bear rectangle. Then I added this to the middle of the card with Stampin’ Dimensionals. For the greeting, I cut a Real Red strip (1″ x 3-1/2″) and a Very Vanilla strip (3/4″ x 3-1/2″). I added banner tips to the ends of both of them and added the red strip to the card front with Snail Adhesive. I stamped the greeting from the Cookie Cutter Christmas Stamp Set in Real Red Ink and added it to the card front as well. Simple, fabulous and uses up lots of little scraps you have saved….come on, we all know you save every scrap! 🙂

Stay tuned to many more samples using the Cookie Cutter Christmas Bundle because I am loving it.

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

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Tag Archives: Holiday Mini Catalog

Technique Tuesday – Christmas Pines!!!

Warm Wishes & Mistletoe Kisses!!!

Fast Friday!!!

Three Little Trees!!!

Technique Tuesday – Santa’s Sleigh!!!

A Sweet Season!!!

Fall is in the Air!!!

Rudolph The Red Nose Reindeer!!!

Peace & Happiness!!!

Beary Merry Christmas!!!