Flip Up & Flip Out Fun Fold

September 13, 2020 lkvenvertLeave a comment

This is a fun fold card that we made last night during our Virtual Mystery Card Night!

I was determined to find a way to keep connected back in March when the lockdown was in place. My teammate and I started these virtual classes via Zoom and they have been a great addition to the classes I offer! It is great to see people that are far away or need to be more careful about where they go for personal reasons. If you are looking for an engaging and silly group of ladies to craft with virtually, we are here for YOU!

What is a Mystery Card Night? I make a card-so far they have been fun folds-and then I craft up a Power Point to share with everyone. You use your ink, paper, stamps, and embellishments that you have on hand. (doesn’t have to be current or SU) I send the Zoom meeting ID and the suggested items to have on hand to those that RSVP. I love seeing what everyone creates by the end of the class! We have a contest on my Laura’s Creative Corner FB page for a fun prize! Check my list of events for the next one! (usually once a month) We would love to have you join us!

This was a Flip Up & Flip Out fun fold that I found on On Y Go! Stamping! I loved how simple it was to follow her tutorial and how everyone would have items at home to create this for our class! The following are from her blog-why reinvent the wheel? She did a great job with these visuals!

After scoring and cutting the 8 1/2″ x 11″ piece of cardstock-the rest is really just coordinating your patterned DSP with your other items. Here are the measurements I sent to the ladies that join us Friday.

•Card Base: The base will be an 8 ½” x 11” piece of cardstock

•Insert: light color to write on; cut one 4” x 5 ¼ ”

•Card Front: Pick a color that coordinates with your DSP; cut to 4” x 5 ½ ”

•DSP: (2) pieces of one design cut 1 7/8” x 5 ½” & (2) pieces of another coordinating design cut to 1 7/8” x 5 ½”

•Other pieces: Scraps for sentiment, labels, little extras

•One set or two stamp sets •Embellishments, dies, punches, and inks of your choice •Tape, glue, dimensionals, scissors etc.

Here is a quick peek inside my card that I made! I love this Gilded Autumn Suite! The Gilded Autumn DSP has the most beautiful colors and metallic pops of color! It also includes the elegant Beautiful Autumn stamp set, coordinating Autumn Punch Pack, super sweet Acorn Trinkets, and coordinating Basket Weave & Metallic Ribbon combo pack!

SHOP THE GILDED AUTUMN SUITE NOW

Have you ever thought about joining Stampin’ Up!? NOW is the time! Stampin’ Up! is offering a wonderful promotion this month! In addition to the regular starter kit (for $99 USD, new demonstrators choose $125 USD-worth of products)you will also receive enough cardstock pieces to make 16 cards, a pack of Rhinestone Basic Jewels, the So Much Love stamp set, and the Queen Anne’s Lace stamp set—all for their first event. (or just personal use! Join for the discount or for some extra cash!) I have both types on my team! We have a private team FB page, Zoom training topics, contests, SWAPS, and quarterly gatherings (hybrid-virtual & in person) SO, what are you waiting for? Join us today! No risk, no penalties! Your new friends await!

This is the additional items you will receive! WOW!

JOIN STAMPIN’ UP! TODAY

Blessings!

Laura

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Kits

FREE Card Kit w/ Nothing Better than Bundle

September 4, 2020 lkvenvertLeave a comment

Do you order stamp bundles/sets and then get stuck not knowing what to do with them? Well I have a fantastic deal for you! I have created 3 designs using the Love You More Than bundle and I have prepared a PDF for you to keep! BUT- the BEST part is, I have a Zoom class scheduled for the first 8 people to order this bundle where we make these cards together!

You will need to be pre-order through my website (or through emailing/messaging me). That will come directly from Stampin’ Up! when you use the host code: 3JUV6S9J at check out (if you are local-I can have it ship to my house too). I will mail you the consumable parts for FREE (2 of each of the 3 designs-so 6 cards)!
We will make 6 total cards using your own featured set and/or bundle. You can use your paper/inks/products or order the suggested items along with your featured set and/or bundle. Plus you get a PDF so you can make more cards!

Optional items & Colors Used: Pool Party ink (147107) , Mint Macaron Ink (147106), Early Espresso ink (147114) , Soft Suede ink (147115), Crumb Cake ink (147116), Basic Rhinestones (144220), Early Espresso Faux Suede Trim (152472), Pool Party Sheer Ribbon (152462)

order your Nothing better than bundle here!

This will be a new way to add to your stamping experience and stay safe at the same time! Plus, if you are not local-we can connect and create!! I LOVE meeting new Stampin’ Friends!

Stampin’ Hugs!

Laura

Christmas

Quilt Cards Made Easy

September 2, 2020November 10, 2020 lkvenvertLeave a comment

I was inspired by Patty Bennet’s Postage Stamp punch cards a few days ago! I grabbed my Postage Stamp punch and started punching DSP! I laid it out on a 3 3/4″ x 4″ piece of Whisper White cardstock and ran it through the NEW Stamp-Cut-Emboss machine (SCEM) with the Dainty Diamonds Embossing folder! The finished product reminded me of a quilt! This is going to be our technique for stamp club for September!!

TIPS:

Center your punched shapes first and then arrange the others around it.
Let some of the shape over-hang- you can always trim it with your Paper Snips.
Adhere the shapes to the Whisper White base before running it through the die cutting machine.
Use a glue dot to hold down your knot before you finish your bow.

Here is a close up of the detail that the Dainty Diamond Embossing folder makes after you run the whole piece through! I cut a piece of Gold Foil using the small scalloped die from the Little Treat Box Dies. I stamped the saying from the Wrapped in Christmas set and punched it out with the 1 1/2″ circle punch.

Card Dimensions:

Garden Green cut a 5 1/2 x 8 1/2″ (A2 size); Real Red 4″x 4 1/4″; Whisper White 3 3/4″ x 4 1/4″; Gold foil scrap; Whisper White scrap; Tis’ the Season 6×6 pack (3 designs)

This is a super quick and great card to make multiples of for Christmas Cards! Click on the products below to order your own! Be sure to get this month’s Free Card Kit with the purchase of the Nothing Better Than Bundle! Read all about it here!

Is your wish list too long?? Consider signing up for our Crafter’s Corner team! No need for classes or events (though I provide Zoom meetings for those that want to take it to the next level). Just use it for the discount! And this month there are extra perks that Stampin’ Up! has added!

This is on top of the $125 in the product of your choice!! Just $99 plus tax!

In addition to the regular starter kit (for $99 USD, new recruits choose $125 USD-worth of products) new recruit will also receive enough cardstock pieces to make 16 cards, a pack of Rhinestone Basic Jewels, the So Much Love stamp set, and the Queen Anne’s Lace stamp set—all for their first event. (I am here to help with that as well! Or use it for your own personal use!)

No risk! No penalties! Just give it a test drive! We would love to have you join our circle of friends!

JOIN STAMPIN’ UP! TODAY!!

Blessings,

Laura

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Christmas

Sweet & Simple Christmas Coffee Card

August 22, 2020 lkvenvertLeave a comment

I am a Starbucks addict-and I mean to the point that I’m friends with my baristas on Facebook! So you can imagine my excitement when I saw the new Press On stamp set in the Holiday Catalog! To add to this adorable set, there is also the Heartwarming Hugs suite! This suite has mini coffee cups & carriers, sweet adornments, gorgeous DSP, 2 stamp sets, and coordinating dies! The Warm Wraps dies help you create a variety of coffee cup wraps! I have seen some cute cups and cards embellishments created with the Festive Felt Sheets that are in the Holiday Catalog! (Sorry, this is my favorite season and I get a little giddy seeing all bright shinny things!)

So to create this card, I used a layout in the Holiday catalog and changed up the paper, stamp set, and colors. It’s a great way to get out of a creator’s block! I used a Crumb Cake card base and then ran a 2 1/2″ x 5 1/2″ piece of Real Red through the Stamp-Cut-Emboss Machine with the Wrapped In Texture Embossing folders. The patterned paper is from the Heartwarming Hugs DSP and is cut a to 3″ x 4 1/2″. I then cut a banner edge to create some visual interest.

I stamped the coffee cups on a 1 1/2″ x 4″ Whisper White piece with Memento Black and used my Blends to color in the cups. There is a Red Rhinestone in the center of the heart on the center cup. (Blends used: Real Red combo, Old Olive combo, and Crumb Cake combo) I stamped the sentiment from the Warm Hugs stamp set on a scrap of Crumb Cake and used the Classic Label punch to create the shape. I loved the stitching from the ribbon that is from the Playful Pets Trim combo.

There is still time left to use this month’s host code to grab some goodies to create with! Shop now by clicking the button below!

AUGUST HOST CODE SHOPPING

Have a blessed week and thanks for stopping by!

Laura

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Technique Video

A Guide to the Peony Dies

August 19, 2020November 10, 2020 lkvenvertLeave a comment

When I saw the Annual Catalog for the first time back in May, I immediately was drawn to the Prized Peony Suite! The colors are soft, the flowers are so elegant, and the embellishments finish off your projects in a snap! Who wants easy coordination when they are creating their cards or pages??

A couple girls and I went to a retreat in July and I made at least 10 of these peony flowers! But, I admit that I was intimidated by the dies when I pulled them out. Once they came together, I decided to share how to make them! They are really easy and very addictive!

Check out the detail in this up close picture of the flower that I made! To create a more distressed flower, you just take your Water Spritzer and dampen your cardstock a little. Then crumple it into a ball and then flatten out. You can now run this cardstock through the Stamp Cut and Emboss machine and continue making your flowers!

I hope you enjoyed the video and will subscribe to my channel for more exciting, unique, and intriguing techniques!

The 21st is the deadline to order your items so you are ready for the Zoom class! Read about it here: Monthly Product Focus class. You get to create with me! Click on the button below, it should have the host code attached. But here it is in case you need it. ERR7TKJV This code expires August 31st.

get your whale done bundle here

Did you know that signing up to be a demonstrator can be just for the discount? If you love our products, why not get 20% off on all your orders? Plus, if you friends want something, bonus! You make a little extra cash! If you decide you want to do more, our Crafting Corner team is here to help! We have a private FB page, meet virtually/in person for gatherings/events, and so much more! We all have created beautiful friendships while sharing what we love!

join the crafting corner today

Stampin’ Up!’s Starter Kit is completely customizable. Build it your way! For just $99 you get:

* Your choice of up to $125 worth of any current Stampin’ Up! products
* A business supply pack valued at $50

Blessings!

Laura Venvertloh

Product List

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Birthday

Fun with Embossing Paste &Masks

August 10, 2020 lkvenvertLeave a comment

This is one of those cards you just start to play with something new and then the pieces just come together! I made this when we were on our retreat in July! (small group and we had plenty of room between us)

It started with the Embossing Paste and Basic Pattern Decorative Masks. To create the color in the Embossing Paste, I used Highland Heather ink refill. The Palette Knives help scoop, mix, and spread your new colored Embossing Paste onto your project! Spreading the paste on to a piece Whisper White Thick card stock helped due to the weight of the paste.

I distressed the sides of the Whisper White with Highland Heather ink and a
sponge to help blend the layers.

TIP: Be sure to have a small pan of water ready to place your masks and tools into immediately. I helps the paste clean right off before it has a chance to dry.

I also played with the new Prized Peony Bundle! OMGEEEE! I LOVE the Peony Dies!! I spritzed my paper with a Stampin’ Spritzer and water to moisten the paper fibers. Next, I crumpled the paper and flattened it back out before I ran it through the Stamp, Cut, & Emboss Machine (SCEM). (yes—-Mine arrived yesterday!! SOO happy! I plan on doing a FB live about it this week!)

I then took a sponge and some Highland Heather ink to distress each petal piece before I assembled them.

I had cut out some sunflowers from the Sunflower dies to create other projects. I had 2 Whisper White ones left and a center cut out, so I decided to distress them a little bit with the Highland Heather. To finish off this card, I added a Gold Foil cut out from the Birds and More dies.

Many blessings to you and yours!

Laura

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141337 $4.00

Kits

NEW! Monthly Virtual Class-Whale Done

August 5, 2020 lkvenvertLeave a comment

I have been brainstorming ideas that can satisfy our creative outlet without risking getting too many people together. I tailored this class from my Zoom Mystery Classes that have been a hit! And a more simplified club type of class that I usually hold here in my home.

My goal was to have you choose if you want to use your papers/inks/embellishments OR add some items to your bundle order. I was keeping the cost factor in mind as well. I will make a power point and a PDF on how to make the cards.

During our class, I will share the screen so everyone can see the instructions. Plus I will be right there to help out as well!

Class size is limited to 8 on Zoom (I can always add another date)

August Bundle: Whale Done (154053, $31.50)

order the Whale done bundle now!

Optional items: 3/8″ Sheer Ribbon Pool Party (152462, $6.00); Whale of a Time 6×6 DSP (152460, $11.50); Seabed 3D Folder (152700, $10.00)

Colors Used: Pool Party ink pad/paper, Balmy Blue Paper, Blackberry Bliss ink pad/paper, Granny Apple Green ink pad, Calypso Coral ink pad, Pretty Peacock ink pad, Just Jade ink pad/paper, Pacific Point paper, Vellum cardstock, and Whisper White paper.

Other Suggested tools: Die Cutting Machine, Stitched So Sweetly dies (or any small rectangle), Stitched Labels dies (or any 1 3/4″ or 2″ circle punch), Lovely Label Punch or any vertical die/punch you have on hand. Bling of your choice!! I used Basic Jewels.

This Month’s Zoom class will focus on the featured set, Whale Done Bundle, that will need to be pre-purchased through my website by August 18th to ensure you get the goodies shipped from Stampin’ Up! (if you are local, you can order through emailing/messaging me).
We will make 3 cards using the featured set and/or bundle. You can use your paper/inks/products or order the suggested items along with your featured set and/or bundle.
Order $50 or more and I will mail you the consumable parts for FREE (2 of each design-so 6 cards)! A PDF will be available for all orders of $30 or more as well! (plus a thank you gift!)
This will be a new way to add to your stamping experience and stay safe at the same time! Plus, if you are not local-we can connect and create!!

Just use this host code at checkout & I will email the details & Zoom ID! August 28th 8PM CST

I appreciate you stopping by and checking this out! It would mean the world to me if you tried this out!

Blessings,
Laura

Below are the optional products and their codes:

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Technique Video

Creating Card Backgrounds with Salt

August 2, 2020November 14, 2020 lkvenvertLeave a comment

My son camp home with the most stunning art project on canvas! They used salt and water to create a whimsical background! Well you know I had to try it for my card club technique! I included a video for this to help you create your own background!

I did a few test pieces on the Fluid 100 Watercolor Paper. The first one I followed the directions from a video on SCS. It does make a nice background, but I was looking for more motion in my background. I knew I was going to use the Whale Done bundle, so a sea bed with a sense of waves was perfect! I used more water on mine after I applied the sea salt.

I am SOOOOO excited about the new Water Painters! There are 3 differnt sized brushes in each pack! Small tip, broad tip, and and brush tip! It makes these water color washes so much easier to create! I used a acrylic block to drop my re-inkers on to like a mini palette. The Stampin’ Spritzers are wonderful because their spray comes out a fine mist.

Be sure to subscribe so you get notified on all my tutorials!

Now let’s talk about August 4th! First off-you can order from the Holiday Catalog! You will notice a more streamlined shopping experience too! Here are some tips to navigate and enjoy all the wonderful/helpful tools that Stampin’ Up! put in place! You will need to change your bookmarks and your password that you may have autosaved will not work. If you have issues, you can message me or call Stampin’ Up! at 1-800-STAMP-UP. They are wonderful to work with!

Some highlights:
1. The store is designed to work seamlessly on desktops, tablets, and mobile phones.
2. The site utilizes new, larger imagery to better showcase our products and allow up-close details to be seen.
3. The site utilizes inventory status information to show you what items will be retiring soon, have low inventory, or are backordered so you can make informed purchasing decisions.
4. You can mark your favorite items for later reference, and you can create and share personalized wish lists.

New Guest checkout too. I hope you will chose me-but if you want to check out as a guest, it will assign a demonstrator to you based on location. But we will have very limited information. I love to send happy mail to my customers, so I hope you chose me to order your goodies!

August’s Host code at check out is: ERR7TKJV

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Stay tuned! I will be posting about the Virtual Zoom Class-Product Based class!

Blessings,

Laura

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simple cards

Simple Peony Card

July 25, 2020 lkvenvertLeave a comment

The NEW Prized Peony suite is just gorgeous! The Peony dies make realistic peony paper flowers with ease. The Prized Peony set has simple sentiments, detailed stamps, and a touch of background whimsy! The colors in the suite are create a soft feel- Petal Pink, Whisper White, Gray Granite, and Basic Gray.

To make this super easy card, you will fold a piece of Gray Granite (5 1/2 x 8 1/2) card stock and crease it with your Bone Folder. Next, stamp the grunge diamond pattern randomly with Gray Granite ink (stamped off once) onto your card stock base. Then stamp the larger peony on a piece of Whisper White (4 1/4″ x 3 1/2″) using Petal Pink ink. There is a scalloped border in the Peony Dies set that I used to cut the Whisper White piece at the bottom. Then take a piece of the Peony Garden DSP cut @ 1 1/2″ x 5 1/2″ and adhere that to your card base. Place Dimensionals on the back of the Whisper White piece that has the peony stamped on it and adhere that on the card base. Next, you will fold a 4″ piece of the Petal Pink 5/8″ Organdy Striped Ribbon in half and adhere to the card with Glue Dots. Chose your sentiment and shape to finish off your card! I used the die from the Perfect Parcel to cut out a sentiment in this set.

This is the LAST week to get your Bonus Days coupons! (July 31st) For every $50 you spend, Stampin’ Up! will email you a coupon code to use in August! You can’t go wrong-the Holiday Catalog starts August 4th!!

Click here to shop

I also have a new class that is virtual! It’s a great way to have a creative escape, meet new people virtually, and to enjoy laughter! Here are the details!

*NEW* August 28^th 7:00pm-10:00pm Monthly Product Focus Class: August Bundle: Whale Done (154053, $31.50)
Optional items: 3/8″ Sheer Ribbon Pool Party (152462, $6.00); Whale of a Time 6×6 DSP (152460, $11.50); Seabed 3D Folder (152700, $10.00) Colors Used: Pool Party, Balmy Blue, Blackberry Bliss, Granny Apple Green, Calypso Coral, Pretty Peacock, Shaded Spruce, Whisper White.
This is a Zoom class that focuses on a featured set that will need to be pre-purchased through my website (or through emailing/messaging me).
We will make 3 cards using the featured set and/or bundle. You can use your paper/inks/products or order the suggested items along with your featured set and/or bundle.
Order $50 or more and I will mail you the consumable parts for FREE (2 of each design-so 6 cards)! A PDF will be available for all orders of $30 or more as well!
This will be a new way to add to your stamping experience and stay safe at the same time! Plus, if you are not local-we can connect and create!!

I will email the PDF and measurements for the items to cut ahead of time. This is a pre-order so we can all create together!

Blessings!

Laura

Product List

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Technique Video

How to Make a Beautiful Background using Bubbles

July 20, 2020 lkvenvertLeave a comment

I have seen the Bubble Background Technique before and I saved it to a private board-a few years ago! So, I finally decided to give it a whirl! This was so much fun, and a little messy! I really did feel the enjoyment of my childhood when we would blow bubbles outside!

I made a video for you to learn how to create these whimsical backgrounds for your cards or pages! (excuse this one, it’s with my new equipment, I was a little giddy! And the video is not centered. Eh, whatcha gonna do?)

This is one of those sets that you need to keep so you always have accents at your fingertips! I can see home décor, scrapbook pages, cards, kids project, and so much more!

A few quick tips:

1. Dish soap and water do not yield great results.

2. I used a bendy straw so I didn’t accidentally blow on the wrong end and have inky lips.

3. Be sure to keep the paper away from the top of your container-it will leave a circle.

4. The lighter your ink color, the more drops you will need.

The Gold Cord in the Forever Greenery ribbon combo pack frays simply! Love the light touch!

I would love to see your creations! You can purchase the items used to make this card from the list below. It’s Bonus Days through the end of July! For every $50 you spend, you will get an email from Stampin’ Up! with a $5 off your purchase in August. I have 8 already-crazy!

When your wish list is super long, you should consider the savings you would have by joining our Crafter’s Corner Teams! You don’t have to sell-a lot of my team are here for the discount! But we all have become wonderful friends! For $99 plus tax, you will get to pick out $125 in any current catalog items (including any pre-order items!) What you order/sell will become a 20% savings (or extra fun money from orders!)

Click here to shop!

click here to join crafter’s corner!

Many blessings to you and your family!

Laura

Product List

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