Jul 21 2016

Flourishing Phrases!!!

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

The Flourishing Phrases Stamp Set and coordinating Flourish Thinlits (Bundle & Save 10%) caught my attention right away because of the detailed flourish image, the flowers, and the AMAZING greetings. It is only of those fabulous sets like the Rose Wonder Stamp Set and coordinating Rose Garden Thinlits with great images and greetings. You can check out some of those samples here, here and here! There are endless ways to use that bundle as well and this new one!

For this card, I started with a Bermuda Bay card base and then I layered a piece of Basic Black (4″ x 5-1/4″). Then I took a piece of Whisper White (3-3/4″ x 5″) and stamped the Watercolor Wash Stamp Set on the background in Bermuda Bay. You can always use an Aqua Painter to create the same look but I wanted a really dark solid image so I went with the stamp! I stamped the greeting from the Flourishing Phrases Stamp Set in the left corner in Basic Black (with the coordinating greeting….Good Thing You Get To Bring Your Best Friend Along…on the inside)!

I wrapped some of the Black Metallic Thread around the cardstock a few times and tied it into a knot. Then I added this piece to the card front. I die cut the flourish image out in Basic Black with the Big Shot and Precision Base Plate. The Big Shot Die Brush makes it super easy to pop the cardstock out of the die and to pop out all of the little pieces. I used the Fine Tip Glue Pen to adhere this piece to the card and I finished it off with Rhinestones on each of the dots. I love the Black and White with a POP of color. You could really use this pattern for any occasion! I love it!!!

To see more of the Flourishing Phrases Bundle and samples, check out this reveal video here or click below. Be sure to give it a thumbs up if you liked it and don’t forget to subscribe if you are new! Let me know in the comments below which card is your favorite!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

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Jul 15 2016

A Happy Hello!!!

Posted on July 15, 2016 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Bright and fun colors are always my favorite and for this card I tried a new color combination – Marina Mist, Wild Wasabi, and Peekaboo Peach!!! I’m really digging it! What about you??

I started with a Wild Wasabi card base and layered on a piece of Marina Mist (4″ x 5-1/4″). Then I took a piece of Whisper White cardstock (3-3/4″ x 5″) and stamped the swirls from the Swirly Bird Stamp Set all over to create a fun background. When creating a background be sure to fall off the edges of your paper so that it looks like the pattern continues on and on rather than stamping just in the middle. I added this piece to the card front! Then for the greeting, I stamped it from the Tin of Cards Stamp Set in Peekaboo Peach onto scrap white cardstock. I punched it out with the Decorative Label Punch. I added a small piece of Peekaboo Peach Ruched Ribbon folded in half to the back of the greeting. I secured it with Stampin’ Dimensionals and placing it onto the card. This is a great way to add a little texture and use those little scraps of ribbon you have left over from another project or the end of the spool. Simple and fabulous! You could mix up the colors for any occasion!!!

If you would like to see more samples using the Swirly Bird Stamp Set and coordinating Swirly Scribbles Thinlits (Bundle & Save 10%), click here, here and here!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Jul 14 2016

Oh Happy Day!!!

Posted on July 14, 2016 by Laura's Stamp Pad

It truly is a Happy Day….isn’t every day?!?!?! 🙂 The Oh Happy Day Card Kit is super amazing and I had so much fun putting it together. This kit is all inclusive meaning it comes with ink, stamps, a clear block, instructions, and all of the supplies to create 20 cards!!! That is a LOT of cards!! This kit is perfect for a beginner stamper or even as a gift to someone! Are you ready for lots of pictures??? Here they come!

Because I have this amazing new table in my stamp room, I have tons of room to spread out. I laid out all of the card bases and popped out each of the pieces and set them on the card base. All of the pieces are numbered so it is super easy to know what part goes with what card. I love that. Then I sat down and just started working on the cards!

The first 5 cards are little matchbook style cards. These are just precious. That bottom solid strip of color is actually a tab that folds up and slides under the frame. Isn’t that adorable?? Just be sure when you are adding the frames with Stampin’ Dimensionals (provided) that you don’t add any to that bottom portion so the flap can slide in.

Here is a photo with the flap popped open!

If the last set of cards didn’t WOW you, then these will for sure. These cards are all decorated on the heart and you open the heart up and the patterned paper folds down to open to the inside of the card. HOW PRECIOUS??? I love it!!! Here is a photo showing that off!

I love this style the best!!!

These cards are a bit smaller than a regular size – more like a note card size! I love the bright colors and flowers. I really thought about taking the pieces and adding my own flare but I love the designs so much. There were a few greetings that I changed up because I didn’t care for it like Party Time. I’m just not sure I would use that greeting very much but there are tons of others for all occasions!

The last 5 card are full size cards! There is lots of room to add Baker’s Twine loops (provided) and Enamel Dots. Here are so up close photos of some of my favorites!

The stars and those loops add so much fun and texture!

20 cards in one kit! I really did have lots of fun creating this kit and I would recommend it to anyone – beginners and advanced stampers. You can pick up your kit here! If you would like to see all of the contents, you can check out the Unboxing and Reveal of this kit in the video below or click here! Don’t forget to give this video a thumbs up if you liked it and be sure to subscribe if you are new!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

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Jul 12 2016

Technique Tuesday – Using a Sponge Brayer!!!

Posted on July 12, 2016 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Happy Tuesday!!! I hope you are all having an amazing week! I have a fabulous technique to share with you today!!! I am showing you how to use the New Sponge Brayer on the Irresistibly Floral Designer Series Paper so you can get this fabulous look!!!

I am having so much fun with the Irresistibly Floral Designer Paper because it has FLOWERS and there are so many different fun ways to add color. I love it!!!

SUPPLIES NEEDED: Irresistibly Floral Designer Series Paper, Sponge Brayer, Ink Colors of Choice

I started with a piece of the floral image from the Irresistibly Floral Designer Series Paper measuring 4-1/8″ x 5-3/8″. I didn’t want much of a border on my card front, just the beautiful flowers! I started with the lightest color – Daffodil Delight and rolled the Sponge Brayer over the ink pad. The sponge won’t pick up the ink like your are mopping up color, it will just be ever so slightly colored. Then I rolled it over the end of the Designer Paper – back and forth. The color will start to appear and you can continue until you have the desired shade. You will want to go about 1/3 of the way across the paper. Using a paper towel, you will want to wipe off any excess ink as it tends to sit on top of the embossed image. Then I changed out the sponge to a new one and did the same with Tangerine Tango. You will want to go over the top of the yellow a bit on that overlap portion so that it doesn’t look like stripes but instead like it fades into the next color. Wipe off the excess ink with the paper towel and then change out the sponge and finish off the Designer Paper with Watermelon Wonder. Be sure to go over that Tangerine Tango just a bit so your colors fade into each other! Wipe off the excess ink and you are all done!!! You can wash out your sponges with water and just keep squeezing them until they run clean and allow them to dry.

To finish off the card, I added this piece to a Whisper White card base and tied some Whisper White Baker’s Twine around the top of the card. For the greeting, I die cut the Happy from the Hello You Thinlits. I brushed some Wink of Stella over the top for a little shimmer and added it to the card front with the Fine Tip Glue Pen! If I would have planned this card out a little better, I would have put the yellow on the top of the card and placed the greeting up there so it popped some more. I already had it adhered to the card so I just went with it! I stamped the Crushed Curry border from the Thoughtful Banner Stamp Set and added the greeting from the Crazy About You Stamp Set (it coordinates with the Hello You Thinlits). I punched out the greeting with the Classic Label Punch and added it to my card with Stampin’ Dimensionals. I added a little Metallic Enamel Shape for a little more bling! This card is so bright and cheery and could be used for any occasion!

If you would like to see this in action, 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 post every Tuesday and Thursday!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Jul 11 2016

Hello Friend!!!

Posted on July 11, 2016 by Laura's Stamp Pad

You all know I love flowers and bright colors! This card is super amazing! Plus I am loving the Ruched Ribbon like sooooo much!!

For this card, I started with a Daffodil Delight card base. Then I cut a Flirty Flamingo piece (4″ x 5-1/4″) and a piece of the Affectionately Yours Designer Series Paper (3-3/4″ x 5″)! I adhered the designer paper to the pink and tied some Dapper Denim Ruched Ribbon around it and tied it into a knot. Then I added this to the card base. For the greeting, I stamped the banner image in Dapper Denim and the greeting in Flirty Flamingo from the Thoughtful Banners Stamp Set. Then I punched it out with the Duet Banner Punch (Bundle & save 10%)! I added the greeting to the card with Stampin’ Dimensionals! I punched out flowers in Dapper Denim and Flirty Flamingo with the Petite Petals Punch! I added the flowers with Stampin’ Dimensionals as well! I placed a Daffodil Delight Enamel Shape in the middle of the flowers for a little POP!

This card is perfect for any occasion so you can always change up the greeting for whatever event you need! What occasion would you use this card for? Let me know in the comments below!

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Happy Stampin’

~Laura

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Jul 8 2016

June 2016 Paper Pumpkin Kit – Banner Surprise!!!

Posted on July 8, 2016 by Laura's Stamp Pad

I am loving the bling and those shades of pink in the sequins!!! The Banner Surprise June 2016 Paper Pumpkin Kit arrived and I was a little perplexed by it at first glance. Once I started playing with it, I had lots of fun! You can see the reveal of the kit here.

I created 8 total cards with only 2 of them using my own cardstock (Mint Macaron) and then I created a banner that says SUMMER!

I looked at Pinterest for some ideas with this kit since I thought I might branch out a bit. I saw a similar card to the one on the left side and just had to recreate it. I added the Washi Tape on each of the white lines and stamped the greeting on the crumb cake lines. My stamped images weren’t very straight but after I added the gold hearts and the To You I realized you couldn’t see they were crooked…..at least not as much. 🙂

I really tried to use lots of the gold alphabet letters so I got creative in the words I used!!!

Another tip on these cards. I actually placed a Mini Glue Dot on the back of the circle in the cellophane banner bag. I wanted the heart to stay upright and I didn’t want them moving all around. The little dot helps to keep them in place.

I had lots of leftover pieces so I created these 2 cards with a Mint Macaron card base. Love it!!!

Then I made this amazing SUMMER banner! I have a banner hanging in the doorway from my living room to the kitchen. I have a Spring/Summer one that has been up since about March and I thought this would be super fun and different! I love it!

I added the gold letter to the center of each circle and stamped the dots around the edge in Tip Top Taupe. I added a Mini Glue Dot to the backs of each circle to hold them in place in the banner cellophane bag! I used a spoon to add in the sequins to each of the banners and then sealed it with the Washi Tape.

I love it and the light catches all of the glittery pieces and shines so beautifully!!! Getting 8 cards and a banner out of one kit is super fabulous and I still have some supplies left over. These kits are so amazing and well worth the $19.95 (plus tax)! This kit also came with 2 ink pads – Mint Macaron & Tip Top Taupe.

I can’t wait to see what the July Kit is going to be!!! You can get your July Kit by clicking here! Of course, all of my Paper Pumpkin subscribers get a little gift from me each month as well! 🙂 Just a little bonus! Also, if you are a Paper Pumpkin Subscriber, you can always purchase refill kits from past kits. Click here to check those out!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Jul 6 2016

Celebrating with Balloons!!!

Posted on July 6, 2016 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Balloons are perfect for any celebration! These are super fun with the words on each balloon from the Thoughtful Banners Stamp Set! I love it!!! I also love the Black and White with a pop of Sweet Sugarplum!

I started with a Sweet Sugarplum card base. Then I cut a Basic Black piece (4″ x 5-1/4″) and Whisper White piece (3-3/4″ x 5″). I stamped the balloon strings from the Balloon Celebrations Stamp Set in Basic Black. For the balloons, I used Sweet Sugarplum Ink and stamped full strength and then again for a lighter shade. Then I went back to the ink pad for more ink; that is how I got the 2-toned balloons! I stamped various greetings from the Thoughtful Banners Stamp Set in full strength Sweet Sugarplum. For the word Friend, I actually placed a piece of scrap paper over the balloon to stamp the “fr” on so it would look like it was hiding behind the other balloon. Then I adhered this piece to the Basic Black layer and placed a strip of the Sweet Sugarplum Ruched Ribbon across the card. I tacked it on the back side with Stampin’ Dimensionals and added more to the corners. Then I placed this piece onto the card front. For the greeting, I stamped the banner image in Basic Black and the greeting in Sweet Sugarplum from the Thoughtful Banners Stamp Set. Then I punched it out with the Duet Banner Punch (Bundle & save 10%)! I added the greeting to the card with Stampin’ Dimensionals! I love it!

You could create this card in wedding colors, school colors for graduation, pink or blue for a baby card, and so much more! You could always go for multiple colors rather than black and white with a single color. What colors would you use? Let me know in the comments below!

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Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Jul 5 2016

Technique Tuesday – Irresistibly Floral Fun!!!

Posted on July 5, 2016 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Happy Tuesday!!! You know what that means! I have a fabulous technique to share with you today! The many different ways to emboss resist (the easy way)! The Irresistibly Floral Designer Series Paper is 12″ x 12″ white paper that is embossed in clear with a design – flowers, stripes, dots, and more! It is stunning paper and you can add color to use and really make the images POP!!!

How fabulous is this card??? It would have been perfect for Father’s Day! It’s just screams Man Card!!! Love it!!!

SUPPLIES NEEDED: Irresistibly Floral Designer Paper, Sponge Daubers, Ink of Choice

I cut a piece of the stripes Irresistibly Floral Designer Series Paper into a 4″ x 5-1/4″ piece. For this one, I used Sponge Daubers to color the stripes. I felt like I had more control and the sponge dauber is about the width I wanted in color! I started in the middle and worked my way to the sides. I just went up and down with the dauber adding as much color as I wanted. Once I was done with each color, I wiped off the excess ink with a paper towel! You can do a rainbow of colors or pick any amount of colors you wish! I used Emerald Envy and Dapper Denim. Then I added this piece to a Emerald Envy card base and wrapped some of the Whisper White Thick Baker’s Twine around the card. It really gives this card a nautical look, doesn’t it? For the greeting, I die cut a label from the Lots of Labels Framelits with the Big Shot. I stamped the greeting from the Tin of Cards Stamp Set and added a few of the Stars from the In-Color Enamel Shapes Pack. I added the greeting piece to the card with Stampin’ Dimensionals. It is a big bumpy over the ribbon so you will for sure want to use Dimensionals or you can always place the greeting below the ribbon!

You can always change up the colors or even add color in other ways like with Markers, Stamping, Spritzers, and Sponge Brayers. There are endless possibilities.

If you would like to see all of the paper in the Irresistibly Floral pack and the different ways to color it, 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 post every Tuesday and Thursday!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Jun 30 2016

Swirly Bird!!!

Posted on June 30, 2016 by Laura's Stamp Pad

The Swirly Bird Stamp Set and coordinating Swirly Scribbles Thinlits (Bundle & Save 10%) look a little odd at first glance. When you start playing with the images, you realize how many crazy different looks you can get – flowers, bears, flags, sailboats, kites, and even the 60’s era with the swirls and fun! 🙂 Be sure to subscribe to my blog on the right hand side bar so you don’t miss all these amazing ideas!

Now let’s get started on today’s creation. I started with a Emerald Envy card base. Then I took a piece of Whisper White measuring 4″ x 5-1/4″ and I stamped the solid swirl image from the Swirly Bird Stamp Set a little to the right side in the middle in Emerald Envy. Then I stamped the splatter dots in the same color diagonal from the bottom left to the upper right. I inked the image up, stamped, rotated 90 degrees and then stamped again (skipping over the swirl). This gave a variation of color and a wider pattern. I thought it needed a little bling so I took my Wink of Stella Brush and squeezed it a little to allow more glitter on the tip. Then I tapped the pen on my finger over the project to allow splatter of glitter. You can see a large drop of it in the bottom right corner….it is a technique you can’t predict or control. 🙂 Now you are done with the background and can add this piece to your card base. Using the swirl from the Swirly Scribbles Thinlits Set, I die cut one in Emerald Envy with the Big Shot. On the left hand side, I tied some Emerald Envy Ruched Ribbon around the swirl. The best way to add this piece to your card is with the Fine Tip Glue Pen. Just add a little in spots around the swirl and place it over the stamped swirl, hold a few seconds and you are golden! For the greeting, I stamped the banner from the Thoughtful Banners Stamp Set and punched it out with the Duet Banner Punch (Bundle & save 10%). Then I stamped the greeting in the middle and added it to my card front with Stampin’ Dimensionals!

I love the monochromatic look of this card so it would be great to make with your favorite color or the color you have tons of paper in. It was hard not to add in another color. I think making it 2 colors would be super fabulous as well!!!

If you would like to see a video showcasing the Swirly Bird Bundle, check out the video tutorial below or click here. Be sure to give it a thumbs up if you liked it and don’t forget to subscribe. I post videos every Tuesday and Thursday!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Jun 29 2016

Sweet Little Orange Kitten!!!

Posted on June 29, 2016 by Laura's Stamp Pad

I admit it……I’m a cat person!!! I just love little kittens to play with, the purring, the craziness, the soft kitty. But don’t worry, there is a puppy in this stamp set for all of you puppy lovers out there as well! 🙂 A comfy swing, a purring kitty, and a cool breeze is the perfect combination for a relaxing moment!

This card was created with a Crumb Cake card base. Then I took a piece of Very Vanilla measuring 5″ x 3″. I stamped the swing from the Sitting Here Stamp Set in Basic Gray for that softer look. When stamping the swing be sure it is inked up really well and be sure to press in the middle for a good stamped image. The greeting is from the same set and stamped in Dapper Denim. Be sure that both images are towards the left so that you can tear the right edge. I used an Aqua Painter to color in the swing in Crumb Cake and cushion in Dapper Denim. For the kitty, I stamped him onto scrap Very Vanilla in the Basic Gray and colored him with Peekaboo Peach! I cut him out and adhered him to the swing with the Fine Tip Glue Pen! Once it is all dry, you will want to tear along the right hand side – small little tears. You will also tear a piece of Dapper Denim. I used a scrap piece measuring 5″ x 1-1/2″. You just need a little bit to add some adhesive and stick it on the edge of your swing piece. Once that is attached, I wrapped some Linen Thread around and tied a bow. I attached this to the card front and then it’s done! I love it! This card is perfect for so many occasions!

What occasion would you use this card for? Let me know in the comments below!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

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Tag Archives: Ribbon

Flourishing Phrases!!!

A Happy Hello!!!

Oh Happy Day!!!

Technique Tuesday – Using a Sponge Brayer!!!

Hello Friend!!!

June 2016 Paper Pumpkin Kit – Banner Surprise!!!

Celebrating with Balloons!!!

Technique Tuesday – Irresistibly Floral Fun!!!

Swirly Bird!!!

Sweet Little Orange Kitten!!!