May 13 2014

Technique Tuesday – Pull Out Card!!!

Posted on May 13, 2014 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Happy Tuesday!!! You know what that means…..I have a fabulous technique to show you!!!! I love this technique because there is a major WOW factor and it still fits into a regular sized Medium Envelope (A2 sized card)!!! Also, I think this card would be super fun and cute for kids but also for adults! I know I love it!!!

See this card looks like a normal card….but it is not!!! 🙂 It isn’t super easy to see in the photo but when you pull on the left side, the card opens up!!!! (Check out the video below to really see how amazing this is!) This idea came from a fellow stamper friend, Julie Davison! You can check here out here!

Supplies Needed: Cardstock, Stampin’ Trimmer, and stamps and embellishments to decorate

Starting with a 4” x 9-3/4” piece of Whisper White Cardstock and the 4” at the top of your Stampin’ Trimmer, line the cardstock up at 1-1/2” and CUT from 3” to 7-1/2”.
Turn the cardstock 90 degrees. Line up the cardstock at 3” and SCORE to the cut line at 2-1/2”.
Move the cardstock over to 5-1/4” and SCORE all the way.
Move the cardstock over to 7-1/2” and SCORE from the 2-1/2” score line to the edge.
Fold on all score lines. From left to right, the first score line will be folded “mountain” style and second score line will be folded “valley” style.
Now you can decorate as you wish with Stamps, Designer Series Paper, etc. The DSP on the bottom measures 1” x 5-1/4”. I used some of the Birthday Basics Designer Series Paper! I also stamped with the Papillion Potpourri Stamp Set! For the greeting, I used the border image from the Label Love Stamp Set in Summer Starfruit and then “Sending Many Thanks” came from the Petite Pairs Stamp Set! I love this stamp set because it has coordinating greetings. When you pull open the card, it says “for everything you are to me.” 🙂
Fold the card. Apply adhesive on the very back (not the part that will pull out) and adhere to the card backing (4-1/4” x 5-1/2”).

Also, be sure to check out this Video Tutorial on this Pull Out Card Technique! Like and Subscribe to the video because that would be amazing!!!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

May 6 2014

Technique Tuesday – Treat Basket

Posted on May 6, 2014 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Happy Tuesday everyone!!!! You know what that means…..I’m sharing a fabulous technique with you! This week it is the adorable little basket! You can use it for candy, treats, homemade goodies, or any type of gift!!! It is always fairly quick and simple too!

Supplied Needed: Cardstock, Scissors, Scoring Tool (Stampin’ Trimmer, Simply Scored Tool, or Bone Folder), Sticky Strip, Hole Punch, Brads, decorations/embellishments, and TREATS!

Using an 8” x 8” piece of cardstock, you will score at 2”, 4”, and 6” on both sides of the square. This will give you 2” squares all over. Cut up 2” to the first score line on all sides. This will make the corners fall off. Apply Sticky Strip to one of the squares on all four sides. Fold the sides together to make a point (overlapping 2 squares together). For the handle, cut a ½” x 8” piece of cardstock and attach with brads. Decorate as you wish! I used the Scallop Circle Punch on all four sides. Then I stamped the butterfly from Papillion Potpourri and punched it out with my Elegant Butterfly Punch. Of course I attached the butterfly with Stampin Dimensionals to add some texture and allow for bending the wings forward!!! Super cute and it would look great as treats for a Bridal Shower, Baby Shower, or any other events with Treat Bags. You could always put the name of the guest on one of the sides and it could double as a place card!!! Here is a video for you to watch how this was created!!! Be sure to “Like” this video and “Subscribe” to my Channel so you don’t miss out on any of my Video Tutorials!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Apr 22 2014

Technique Tuesday – Tag Topper Punch Closure on a Card!!!

Posted on April 22, 2014 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Happy Tuesday!!!!! Did that title catch your eye? That’s right, I used the Tag Topper Punch as a way to close my card!!!! Oh how I love using the punches in “out of the box” ways! It makes the punch sooo much more worth it! I won’t lie, I first looked at the Tag Topper Punches (Angled and Scalloped) and thought, “I don’t make tags that often to need a special punch.” Then I saw this adorable box, and this cute bookmark, and this amazing closure below and just HAD TO HAVE IT!

How beautiful is that??? I am loving the colors and the closure AND the Watercolor Wonder DSP!!!! 🙂 For this amazing card, all you need is a standard card base (5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″) and then with a pencil you will mark 1″ up from the bottom on the left and right side (shorter side). Then slide your piece of cardstock into the punch. You will not be using the guide but going over top of it and down into the blade area. Looking at the backside of the punch, find your little 1″ mark and line that up with the edge of the punch and PUNCH! Do this on the other side as well. Then you will put it into your Stampin’ Trimmer and cut the tabs above and below your punch. Score one of the tabs so that it will fold in and then score your card from that same scored tab side in (to the left) 4-1/4″. This will then make your card standard side and all folded and ready to decorate!!!!

I hope this helps a little better! I am more of a visual person so I know it helps me!!! 🙂 I hope you enjoyed this Tutorial and try it out! I would love to hear what you think and see some of you projects using this technique! Post in the comments below!

Had to post one more!!! Here is the card opened up!!!! Don’t forget about my Anniversary Special that I’m running! Check it out here! It ends on Friday!!!!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Apr 15 2014

Technique Tuesday – Coloring Ribbon!!!

Posted on April 15, 2014 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Have you ever looked at your ribbon stash and thought none of those colors go with this project? Well now you don’t have to worry! You can color your white ribbons to any color you desire!!!

How simple is that? I have seen that when coloring on my Whisper White Organza Ribbon, the color comes out darker than the marker. When I colored on the Whisper White Taffeta Ribbon, it came out lighter. You could always allow it to dry and then go back and add more. Here is another sample using Pistachio Pudding!

This is a fabulous way to get a ribbon to match ANY project you might be making without having to buy every single color out there!!! You can also use your Spritzers to color the ribbon. Just add alcohol (less than 90%) and some drops of re-inker. I prefer using alcohol over water because it dries quicker and you all know I don’t have the patience for watching it dry slowly. 😉 I hope you try this out and enjoy today’s Technique!!!

Don’t forget about my Anniversary Special that I’m running this week! Check it out here!!!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Mar 25 2014

Technique Tuesday – Fun with Foil!!!!

Posted on March 25, 2014 by Laura's Stamp Pad

HAPPY TUESDAY!!! You know what that means….I have a fabulous Technique to share with you! This week it features the NEW Foil Sheets (Silver & Gold) in the Occasions Mini Catalog! I have had so much fun with these sheets and achieved some many fabulous looks!!!! Check it out!

How fabulous is this?? The added texture and pattern and shine is soooo fabulous! All you have to do is run it through your Big Shot with any of your Textured Impressions Embossing Folders! I used the Argyle Texture Impressions Folder! Emboss with metallic side facing up towards the side of the folder with the Stampin’ Up! logo for the image to pop-up on the shiny side! If you would like the image to be reversed, place the metallic side down, away from the logo. I added this piece of Foil onto my card with Summer Picnic Designer Series Paper on the bottom portion! I love the colors and patterns of this paper!!! I think stamped the flower from the Mixed Bunch Stamp Set and punched it out with the coordinating Blossom Punch! I cut 2 pieces of the Designer Series Paper for my little banner flags hanging out the bottom and then added a third one in Very Vanilla for my greeting which was stamped from the A Dozen Thoughts Stamp Set! What do you think? I also think that the Argyle Foil looks like diamond plate (you know those silver boxes in the back of trucks?) so I think it would make a great “man card”! More to come on that…..

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Mar 18 2014

Technique Tuesday – Telescoping Card!

Posted on March 18, 2014 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Happy Tuesday! You know what that means, I have a fabulous technique to share with you today! This super fun telescoping card is super cute and cool to open!

Supplies Needed: Set of Framelits that gradually increase, embossing folder, brads, and ribbon

This card is much easier than it looks and it still fits in a regular sized envelope! I used my Ovals Framelits for this card but you could use Circles or even any of the label collections too. The Basic Gray base was done with the largest oval and then I skipped the next one down and cut two ovals in the 3rd largest (one for my writing – white and one to telescope up – Calypso Coral). The Coral oval was then embossed with the Beautiful Baroque Embossing folder! I then cut one more oval with the smallest one in the set in Basic Gray. The last one which is stamped and colored in was punched out the Scallop Oval Punch! Now that you have all of your ovals, it is time to assemble them with your brads! Be sure to stamp on your Whisper White one with whatever greeting you wish (always stamp before assembling in case you mess up and need to use the other side, not like that ever happens but just thought I would share the tip. 😉 Adhere that piece onto the center of your large Scallop Oval. Then place the Calypso Coral one on top and punch a hole through all 3 layers on the top middle of the oval about a 1/4″ down. Place a brad in that whole, the ends will come out on the back side of the card. Next you will take your 2 smallest ovals and adhere them together. Open your telescoping piece that you have already added the brad to and then place your small ovals on top (upside down if there is a greeting so that it is centered) Then the final step is to fold a 2″ piece of ribbon over in a loop (for the handle) and punch a hole through the ribbon and small ovals and attach a brad.

Here it is all opened up! I hope the directions weren’t too confusing! I know sometimes it can be hard to follow! Post in the comments below if you have any questions, I am more than happy to help you!!!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Mar 12 2014

More Cards in a Box!!!

Posted on March 12, 2014 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Yesterday I shared with you how to make these amazing Cards In A Box!!! Today I thought I would share with you some of the different Cards In A Box that my Stamp Club attendees created! These ladies are sooooo talented and I love their different styles!! If you are interested in joining Stamp Club, you can check out more information here!

I hope you enjoyed all of these samples! Post in the comments below of other ideas besides flowers that you think would be great for Cards In A Box!!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Mar 11 2014

Technique Tuesday – Card in a Box!!!

Posted on March 11, 2014 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Happy Tuesday!!!! This is sooooo amazing! Don’t you love flowers? Don’t you love having flowers on your desk, workspace, or table? Wouldn’t you love to keep it around longer than a week and no watering needed? This card in a box is PERFECT for you then!!!!

This card went to my Best Friend to brighten her day after taking her Nursing Boards Exam!!!! I do kind of think it is a LOT of Strawberry Slush but it is amazing!!!! AND it still fits into a regular sized Medium Envelope!!!! I love that part!

Here is how to make this fabulous Card In A Box!!!!

1. Start with a piece of cardstock measuring 9″ x 5-1/2″ and you will score on the short side at 2-3/4″ and on long side score at 2-1/8″, 4-1/4″, 6-3/8″, and 8-1/2″!

2. You will then cut all of the score line on the top side to make your flaps for the box. Cut all the way down to the 2-3/4” score line. When you get to the end with the little strip you will cut that off!

3. Using sticky strip, apply it to the little flap that you have on the bottom portion and fold over the opposite end to adhere to your sticky strip.

4. For your inserts to hold all of pieces in your box, you will need two 3-1/8” by ¾” piece of cardstock and then you will score at ¾” from either end. Fold the scores lines opposite to create a Z pattern and then attach those inside your box, close to the top.

5. Now it is time to decorate. For the panels of your box, you will need 2” x 2-5/8” rectangles. For the back piece you will need 2” x 5-3/8” rectangle.

You can decorate with so many different items – balloons and birthday cake, other flowers, butterflies, and flowers….all I can think of is flowers. HELP ME! Put in the comments below what you would decorate your Card In A Box. I need ideas!!!! Check back tomorrow for more ideas that were made by my fellow stampers….but they are all flowers!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Mar 4 2014

Technique Tuesday – Flip Flap Fold Card

Posted on March 4, 2014 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Happy Tuesday!!! That means I have a fabulous technique for you and this one is super easy but has a BIG WOW factor!!!

This card fits in a regular Medium Envelope which is awesome! And the top flap flips open for you to write your greeting on the inside!!! Here is how it was made:

Supplies Needed: Cardstock, 2-1/2″ Circle Punch, 1-3/4″ Circle Punch, 2-3/8″ Scallop Circle Punch, Embossing Folder, Scallop Border Punch, and Stampin’ Dimensional

Your card base is 4-1/4” x 10-7/8” (by cutting the end off a little bit your card won’t bow) and you will score at 2-1/2” and 6-3/4”. Then on the small flap end, you will use any border punch to add a little decorative edge. Then you will take your 2-1/2” Circle Punch and push it all the way in with the 2-1/2” score line centered in the punch. This creates the peek-a-boo part of your card. For your decoration part, you will use your 1-3/4″ Circle Punch and 2-3/8″ Scallop Circle Punch. Be sure to only put adhesive on the bottom half of your layered decoration so you don’t have any sticky showing. I used the Bring On The Cake Stamp Set and Birthday Basics Designer Series Paper! You will then want to add a little decoration on the bottom portion of the card front. I created little balloons (click here to learn how to make the balloons) and attached them with Stampin’ Dimensionals, so that your flap will have something to slide under and hold closed.

I hope you enjoyed this technique and try it out yourself!!! Leave me a comment on what you think!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

Mar 3 2014

Lovely Layers!!!

Posted on March 3, 2014 by Laura's Stamp Pad

Oh how I love this card and how amazing the layers look! Have you always wondered how people were achieving this look and how the flower/images line up so perfectly? Well I’m going to share a little tip with you and it’s really easy! You need the following pieces of cardstock:

~Card Base (5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″)
~Whisper White layer (this can be any size from 5-1/4″ x 4″ or smaller like mine above)
~Another rectangle in your Card Base color, smaller than your prior Whisper White piece (mine above is 3″ x 2″)
~Whisper White layer (1/4″ smaller than the rectangle above, mine is 2-3/4″ x 1-3/4″)

Now you will lay your small white piece onto the center or your larger white piece and stamp over both of them! Don’t worry if you don’t get a perfect image stamped around the area where the 2 layers match up because it will be covered when you layer in all of your pieces. Now layer your white stamped pieces onto your card base and matching rectangle. You could even do this with 3 layers of stamped images. There are so many possibilities! The Stamp Set I used here was Mixed Bunch!

I hope you try out this fabulous little trick! Send me your photos or comment below! I love hearing from you!

Happy Stampin’

~Laura

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Tag Archives: Technique Tuesday

Technique Tuesday – Pull Out Card!!!

Technique Tuesday – Treat Basket

Technique Tuesday – Tag Topper Punch Closure on a Card!!!

Technique Tuesday – Coloring Ribbon!!!

Technique Tuesday – Fun with Foil!!!!

Technique Tuesday – Telescoping Card!

More Cards in a Box!!!

Technique Tuesday – Card in a Box!!!

Technique Tuesday – Flip Flap Fold Card

Lovely Layers!!!