Fabulous Friday & Blog-iversary!!!!

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Happy Friday everyone!!! Yesterday was my 2 Year Anniversary with this blog!!! I can’t believe it’s been that long! Here is my very first post and last year’s anniversary post!! I remember starting out and being nervous and now it’s like second nature to me. I feel like you all are my stamping friend whether you are stopping by for the first time or the 730th time!!! Since day one, I have added in Technique Tuesday, started doing video tutorials, and so much more! Thank you all for stopping by to see me and I look forward to all the years to come. To celebrate, leave me a comment below answering any or all of the following questions:

~What is your favorite post?

~What would you like to see more of – tutorials, specific stamp set or product, give-aways, about me?

What is your favorite item in the New Stampin’ Up! Catalog? 😉

Of course we can’t start the weekend without first sharing the Weekly Deals!!!!

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I love that there are so many different items and I’m super pumped about the Striped Cotton Ribbon because I haven’t tried it out yet. Now I will get getting lots on sale to try it out!!! I love the Paper Packs being on the Weekly Deals as well! Bonus!!! Get them before they are gone!!!

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Also, I have to give a big SHOUT OUT to one of my fabulous blog followers – Julia D. She is super fabulous and has sent all of these cards for me to send to Ronald McDonald House. Our little Tab House is almost full so I will be sending these as well as all of the others real soon! Thank you so much Julia and all of the others who have donated cards. I great appreciate it!!!

Also, don’t forget to check out my YouTube Channel where I show lots of Video Tutorials, Product Reveals and my Stamp Room Tour!!!! Enjoy!!!

Have a wonderful weekend!!!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura


Fabulous Friday!!!

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Happy Friday everyone!!!! It has been a great week as I have been “playing” with lots of new stuff and prepping for upcoming classes as well as working on lots of weddings which make me so happy! I love weddings!!! Speaking of love……check out what I got in the mail this week from a blog follower – Julia D.! She sent cards for the Ronald McDonald House!!!! Thank you so much!!!

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Of course it wouldn’t be a Friday without the Weekly Deals!!!

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Oh how I love my some Glimmer Paper and Embossing Folders!!! Time to stock up for sure!!!

Also, I have been posting lots of videos lately on My Channel – Laura’s Stamp Pad!!! The latest ones have been the Unboxing and Reveal of the Tin of Cards Project Kit in the new catalog and Unboxing and Reveal of the Sweet Stack Project Kit! It has been requested that I do a video on the assembly of the Sweet Stack Kit so I will be working on that as well! If you have a video request, leave me a comment down below and I will do my best!!!

Have a wonderful weekend!!! I’m off to the Muny in St. Louis tomorrow to see Hairspray! YEAH!!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura


Technique Tuesday – Ice Cream Cone Perfection!!!

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Happy Tuesday everyone!!! Today I have a few little techniques to share with you. Some you may have seen before and others you may not have. My favorite one is the “bow” look which was created with some of the NEW Watermelon Wonder Lace Trim and some Whisper White Baker’s Twine! How cute is that???

Ice Cream Cone Sprinkles of Life, www.LaurasStamppad.com

How beautiful and fun is this card??? I love it!!!! Guess what stamp set was used? SPRINKLES OF LIFE!!!!! I just can’t put this stamp set down. There are endless possibilities!

I started with a Tip Top Taupe card base and added some Watermelon Wonder that was embossed with the Decorative Dots Embossing Folder! Then I added a Tea Lace Paper Doily and an oval of the Neutrals Color Collection Designer Series Paper Pack. I used the Ovals Framelits to cut it out! Now for the cone, I used Tip Top Taupe cardstock and ink and cut it out fussy cut style (at least it’s straight lines)! For the ice cream, I used Crumb Cake, Pink Pirouette, and Whisper White. Those were cut out with the coordinating Tree Builder Punch! The little cherry was done in Watermelon Wonder and the punch! Of course the ice cream was added with Stampin’ Dimensionals (only add them on top portion and not on the overlap portion)! The ribbon was very simple. I cut a small piece of the Watermelon Wonder Lace Trim and tied the center with Whisper White Baker’s Twine and tied a bow! Simple and fabulous! This is a great way to use up those little leftover pieces!!! Love it!!!!

Ice Cream Cone Sprinkles of Life, www.LaurasStamppad.com

Of course I added some Dazzling Details to the ice cream for a little flare and sparkle! I got this idea from a fellow stamper – Chris Slogar! Thank you for the inspiration and idea! Love it!

What is your favorite part about this stamp set – the Tree, the Cupcake, or this Ice Cream Cone???? Let me know in the comments below!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura


A Bright Summer Day!!!

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Sprinkles of Life Tree, www.LaurasStampPad.com

Awww this card just screams Summer to me!!!! I love Summer! The bright colors, the warm (and yes HOT) weather, the sunrise and sunsets that are stunning and lots of fun!!! I used the Sprinkles of Life Stamp Set which is the 2015-2016 Ronald McDonald House Stamp Set. I fell in love with this stamp set the moment I saw it and you will too if you keep following me! You can see a cupcake card that I created here!!!

This card starts with a Crushed Curry card base and I added a little piece of Designer Series Paper from the Cherry On Top Paper Stack. Then for the beautiful scene I stamped the tree trunks in Tip Top Taupe and the leaves in Cucumber Crush (New In-Colors). For the leaves, I used the reverse photopolymer technique. Place the leaf image against your clear block and ink it up, stamp off and then stamp onto your card. This gives a lighter shade solid image of your leaves. Turn the stamp over, ink it up, and stamp full strength onto the card. This makes a really full tree and it’s super fabulous! For the flowers, I used Bermuda Bay, Elegant Eggplant, Watermelon Wonder, and Crushed Curry! I love bright colors and it was so easy to stamp those little flowers right on the stem with the Photopolymer (completely clear) stamps!!! Love it!!!

Stay tuned for more fabulous cards using this Sprinkles of Life Stamp Set!!!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura


Fabulous Friday & Blog Love!!!

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Happy Friday!!!! I just wanted to say how much I love all of my Subscribers, Followers, and even those of you who are visiting for the first time! I officially have viewers coast (New York) to coast (Washington) which is just amazing!!!! I know this because I have received Ronald McDonald card donations from wonderful ladies in these states!!! I want to send a huge THANK YOU to Ardy in Washington for these amazing cards. I will be taking them to the Ronald McDonald House the next time! I know they will enjoy them! Thank you!

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You all make me feel so special by the love to show! Thank you all so very much!!!

Of course, it wouldn’t be a Friday without the Weekly Deals!!!!

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Of course, my favorite items are the Ribbons!!!! That is by far my favorite embellishment!!! I do know of a few customers of mine who will be even more excited to see those Kraft Journal Books even further on sale! Woot Woot! One of my customers decorates them up and gives them as gifts! Super cute! She also uses them herself for various lists she wants to keep track of including her Stampin’ Up Wish List! 🙂 Love it!!!

Don’t forget about the Retiring Stamp Sets and Retiring Accessories! Those will no longer be available after June 2nd!

If you want a Sneak Peak at some of the New Catalog Product, check out this video!!!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura


Fun at the Ronald McDonald House!!!

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I love the Ronald McDonald House and ever since last year when I went to make breakfast for those living there, I have really wanted to go back! I decided to sign up to make dinner and it all happened on last week!!! It was so much fun!!!


Ronald McDonald House, www.LaurasStampPad.com

This is my husband and I taking a selfie with Ronald McDonald.

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We made Tacos (it was Tuesday after all) and had it all laid out for them to eat. Then we cleaned up and put everything in the refrigerator with a label on it. They say that many of those staying there come back late in the evening and reheat the food then!

Ronald McDonald House, www.LaurasStampPad.com

Here I am with the welcome sign that they posted by the front door! Love it!!!

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I got to pour my tabs into this big tab house!!!! It was lots of fun! You may have seen in past posts that we collect tabs at home to send to the Ronald McDonald House! Even though the tabs I added didn’t seem to fill this house very much, I know every tab helps!

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Here are all of the goodies that were collected and donated. THANK YOU all for bringing cards, crafts, and goodies for me to take with us! I know they greatly appreciate it!!!! If you would like to donate cards (hand-stamped or bought) you can send them to me for the next trip! Also, if you collect tabs, you can send those to me. You will earn a $10 Gift Certificate from me for your donation.

Of course, what is a Friday without the Weekly Deals!!! Also, don’t forget today is the last day for FREE SHIPPING!!!!

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Happy Stampin’

~Laura


Showing Our Love to Ronald McDonald House!

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Many of you know that Stampin’ Up has partnered with Ronald McDonald House! The Flamingo Lingo Stamp Set is the Ronald McDonald House Stamp Set this year and every set that is purchased, Stampin’ Up donates $3.00 to Ronald McDonald House! For the past several years, I have been collecting soda tabs and greeting cards to send to the local Ronald McDonald House! Many of you have brought me tabs and cards as well which I appreciate so much! You all are so fabulous! My little house filled up last month so I packaged all my items as well as all of yours and sent off a big box of goodies!!!! Thank you all so very much! If you have more goodies that you would like me to donate in the next batch, send them my way!!!!

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Of course, what is a Friday with sharing the Weekly Deals!!!

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Love love love my Floral Frames Die, click here, here and here for samples using it! 🙂

Also, don’t forget about the amazing Designer Series Paper Special! When you join Stampin’ Up this month, you will get a FREE Package of Designer Series Paper each month for 6 months! How fabulous is that? Lots of great product, stamping fun, and no obligations to do parties, workshops, etc. It is all about what you want!!!!! Click here to learn more!

Wishing you all a fabulous weekend! Happy Stampin’

~Laura


Ronald McDonald House in St. Louis!!!

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Ronald McDonald House, www.LaurasStampPad.com

I have been a Stampin’ Up Demonstrator for 10 years now and I am so excited and blessed with all of the opportunities that I have had!!! Stampin’ Up sponsors Ronald McDonald Houses all over the world in many ways – monetary, creatively, donations, and so much more!!! As you know I have been doing my part as well by collecting and sending in Soda Tabs and hand-stamped cards! I have even gotten my customers to participate as well! You can check out my last package I sent here! Well this past weekend I was able to actually visit one of the Ronald McDonald Houses in St. Louis and make breakfast for those who were staying in the house! It was the most amazing experience ever! I loved being able to see the House and everything it offers for those who have loved ones in the hospital. Together with a group of amazing ladies, we made breakfast casseroles, fruit, granola bars, milk, and juice for the families! We chatted with a few of the families and I realized that one family was from my hometown! This is when it hit home (literally). I was so proud to be able to help those in need! Ronald McDonald House is amazing and I am so happy I was able to contribute! If you would like to donate tabs, greeting cards, or any other supplies, I am collecting goodies for my next batch to send! You will get a $10 Gift Certificate to use towards a Stampin’ Up order or one of my Classes for your donation. (Only one Gift Certificate per batch will be given!) The next batch will probably be sent around the end of July so you have time to get those goodies to me!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

 


Amazing Events and Anniversary Special!!!!

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Every year in April, 100 demonstrators gather together for one of the most amazing weekends ever!!! I have met many of them in years past and it is always great to get together and catch up and chat Stampin’! There are also lots of new people and one of the things I love the most about Stampin’ Up is meeting new people!!!! There were five ladies at my table this year that I had never met before and it was so great to hear their stories and swap ideas!!! After all, that is what Stampin’ Up is all about – CASEing (Copy And Share Everything). 🙂 The event consisted of Inspiring Speakers, Samples, Stampin’ Demonstrations, Techniques, Samples, Laughter, PRIZES and more Samples!!!!

Spring Into Stampin, www.LaurasStampPad.com

Here are just a few of the amazing ideas and samples I saw at the event! My mind is just exploding and I have been “playing” in my stamp room every day since just trying out these new ideas. Eeeee It was sooooo much fun! The picture of ME is while I was doing a demonstration of Wedding Items. You all know how I love weddings and so I shared some of my wedding samples!!!

Spring Into Stampin, www.LaurasStampPad.comOne of my favorite parts of the event was this service project that we were able to participate in for Ronald McDonald House! You can see here that Stampin’ Up and lots of Demonstrators do a lot to support the Ronald McDonald House. At the Spring Into Stampin’ Event, we stamped adorable animal images from the Storybook Friends Stamp Set onto 6 Notecards and Envelopes. We then stuck them in a little Polka Dot cellophane bag with some crayons and added a tag! They were super cute and will be given to the children at the Ronald McDonald House to enjoy! 🙂 Love it!!!

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Then there is the Annual Photo that I love taking – me and my upline – Meg!!!! She is the one who had that workshop 10 years ago and asked me if I would be interested in joining the fun! UM…YEAH I WOULD! Now 10 years later, I’m having the time of my life! Speaking of 10 years, April 19th is my official Anniversary Date and I’m offering a special starting TODAY!!!!

Starting today, when you place an online order using the HOSTESS CODE: XNYWCB4B, you will get a FREE gift from me!!!! I have Stamp Sets, Big Shot Dies, Ribbon, Designer Series Paper, and so much more that is just waiting to be in your stamp collection. But wait there’s more, I will also be drawing one lucky winner to get ALL of the Hostess Benefits!!!! Who doesn’t love FREE STUFF! This special will end on April 25th!!! I hope you enjoy celebrating with me!

If you are interested in joining the fun and attending this amazing Spring Into Stamping Event with me next year, click here to ask me any questions you may have or click here to learn more!!!!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura


Ronald McDonald House Love!

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Ronald McDonald House, www.LaurasStampPad.comStampin’ Up has been giving to the Ronald McDonald House for many many years now. Each year they pick a Stamp Set that for every purchase of that set, they donate $3.00. This year it is the Tag It Stamp Set and I love love love that set! You can check out some samples using it here and here! I decided I wanted to join in! I have a little Ronald McDonald House in my kitchen to collect soda tabs! My husband has really gotten into it and he told everyone at work so now they all drop their tabs into his lunch bag each day! We fill the little house (sandwich baggie full) about every 3-4 months! When I send in my tabs, I always include some hand-stamped cards for them to use at the Ronald McDonald House! I know how much a hand-stamped card can brighten my day and so I wanted to share that with all of those at the house as well. Recently, I have told all of my stampers that they can join in the fun as well. They can bring their tabs and/or cards to me and I will mail them in with mine! I have had such an amazing response! In the photo above, you can see that I received LOTS of tabs AND cards! I’m so excited and can’t wait to send them in!!!! I will post more when I have it all ready to go later this month!!!! If you are local and would like to donate cards or tabs, feel free to bring them by any time or bring them to the next stamp event! If you are not local, you can donate to your local Ronald McDonald House. Click here to find one close to you and learn more about this fabulous organization!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura