Creative Spark with Laura Bassen | Rainbow Hugs Card

[@kathygroff4526]

Adorable card! Great story about the snowy walk to get groceries.....No snow here, but flurries coming soon. A hot air balloon ride is something we’d like to do sometime, it’s very popular in our area. TFS, Laura! You covered it all today. 😉 🌈 ❄️ 🐰 🎈💌

[@2005vikki]

So cute! I'm glad the bunny is having a ride but I will keep my feet firmly planted on the ground!

[@cathymorris8072]

Lovely card! I am also quite concerned with heights & ladders. But my husband surprised me with a hot air balloon ride on my 40th (almost 3 decades ago). It was so wonderful! The quiet, soaring, Air! I loved it & would do it now.

[@maxinemann2490]

A few years ago for her birthday, a few of us sent her on a hot air balloon ride. It was $$$ so she went with just the pilot. She was also afraid at first, but the views from above take your mind off where you are and leave you speechless. Love the little bunny/love card.

[@rhull-nicholls2727]

Love the hot air balloons as well. There's a local festival every year near me. Growing up we went every year. They're so pretty!

[@katerockett2071]

Ferrero Rocher boxes are great for all sorts of craft storage Laura, glad I’m not the only one using them! Great card as usual 🤩

[@Monica---]

I hope you took a moment to catch a few flakes on your tongue! ❄ Again, you've inspired me to get a card underway. I, among so many others, enjoy and look forward to your videos. You have no idea how you help, especially during this tumultuous time we're living through here. Sending you warm hugs. 🤗 ❤

[@Taitcreates639]

Love those Ferraro Roche chocolates, super cheerful design, love it, snow in Germany, sweet, we actually had a white Christmas for once here in Buffalo, it usually snows after Christmas, it was beautiful. Tfs

[@heidirees9647]

Wonderful card and wonderful products! The MFT sentiment stamp sets are truly a staple, just need this set! And I’m with you about hot air balloons, unless I have a parachute I ain’t going up!

[@beverlybarnhardt1139]

A hot air balloon ride and jumping out of an airplane are definitely NOT on my to-do list! But “flickin” a background like you did is! 🤣 Fabulous card! Enjoy the snow - I’m JEALOUS!! ⛄️❄️

[@juliegauchay4219]

Oh, that little bunny has WAY more courage than I do! 😂 Heck no to the hot air balloon ride, though I would be willing to see one up close, if I could remain firmly planted on the ground! Sweetest little card, Laura!

[@casiemcinnis4069]

I am so glad I am not the only one using Ferrero Roche containers for crafty storage. I keep my embossing powders in those 🥰

[@thememorytravelerReset]

Cute card! Enjoy the air fryer! I’m looking at them.

[@lindaruschmeyer5298]

Such a fun card. I love my air fryer tater tots are great in there and so are chick peas. Drain them,then pat dry and them toss them into fryer. Great crunchy snack. Use favorite seasoning - garlic, rosemary etc. nummy. TFS

[@orlahastings4563]

Sending a hug right back Laura! Lovely card as always! 😘 🤗

[@joanbardee5135]

What a fun card. I will pass on the balloon ride!!

[@teresasanner-fecto3690]

You are a true delight. I'm with you... in theory, I'd love to go in a hot air balloon... but I fear I've seen too many of them colliding with power lines. Adorable card!

[@brendakearns1177]

That is just adorable! Love it!

[@kellyallen9732]

I love this card, gorgeous background. My husband says he isn’t afraid of heights he is afraid of falling. He was ok on both our hot air balloon rides, it feels really safe and secure. Where I live in Bristol UK is home to a really famous hot air balloon festival and balloon maker - Cameron Balloons.

[@anitatrippi7072]

Wonderful card, Laura! Hugs from North Carolina!!!

[@teriwilson897]

So cute! And I love your storage idea! I think I need some candy now...🤗

[@patticallihan8515]

How cute. I love your card. Thank you for sharing.❤️

[@743linda]

Beautiful card!

[@adj822]

Sweetness! Always love your cards. Hugs to you too! 💜

[@moreiss1]

Soooo Adorable!!!

[@lisak2575]

So fun! You always bring a smile to my face.

[@marylehett1127]

Adorable card. Love your ink blended background. Yes, I went on an epic hot air balloon ride over Lake Tahoe! A true adventure.

[@jolac46]

Very cute card. I love it.

[@vanmeertan]

i did a hot air balloon for the first time a few years ago (i'm 60) in AZ, i'm like you, was very apprehensive... well i'll tell ya, as long as you don't look down... it's AWESOME!!! but we got their early to watch them blow the balloon up, and that was cool, and you really have to, or should do it just once. you'll be sorry if you don't. when you come back to the states, we'll go together!! Cute Card as always.!!

[@BarbGhig]

It's always fun to watch you create...and to hear your great stories! Another really cute card, Laura!

[@ankesart2515]

This card is absolutely lovely. I just love the color concept and it's so cute. 💛💖💙

[@pambotter365]

Love this card and I don’t know if I would do a hot air balloon. It would be beautiful up there but still. Love hearing about your everyday life. TFS! ❤️

[@merilynmoon2354]

Classic Laura!

[@deniseward6207]

The card is darling! Love the soft colors and the great sentiment! Many years ago, I went up in a hot air balloon, but it was tethered. It was a fun experience and I truly enjoyed it, but I’ve become deathly afraid of heights in the last couple of years. Not sure I could do it again, but I do think the views are amazing.

[@michellenolan6435]

You should try a hot air balloon ride. Way better than snow! Did my one and only ride (so far) over the Serengeti for a sunrise safari (we left in the dark) - it was spectacular to see the sun rise and herds of zebra, giraffe, elephants and even thousands of teeny tiny frogs as we skimmed over the tall grasses. One of the best experiences I’ve had!

[@aslinsantiago2795]

I just DIED with this die because I ADORE hearts and I’m OBSESSED with hot air balloons!!! I went on one in 2018 in Pamukkale, Turkey! AMAZING experience but kind of scary because you’re not strapped or tied up to anything and there’s a LOT of other people in there and when someone moves you feel loose...But every one MUST do it!! LOVE this card!!!!! 💜

[@sacconner]

Darling Yes, I've done a horsehair balloon ride and there is not more beautiful, majestic and absolutely total silence than riding in one. Don't look down, Laura, and you won't be afraid, just look out at all of God's creation. Plan your ride to arrive early morning while they are filling the balloon, it's so beautiful to see it take shape. The one we did had a champagne brunch at the end of the flight. It truly is a special, beautiful and cherished memory!

[@Sukeytoo]

Adorable!

[@annihilator45]

Rochay! I love your work💗❤️🧡💚💙💜😊!

[@ariesgirl3444]

Love this card, and I love watching your videos. Like you, not hot air balloon rides for me either.

[@susanblou4390]

Love your card as always. Can’t wait for my order. I went on a hot air balloon ride on Safari in Kenya. It was amazing but I kept thinking about what would happen if we landed near some lions!

[@karencarlson8292]

Love your card and that you can always make me laugh. Flicked-up background....hahaha. You're awesome!

[@donnamikasa]

And now I "need" that hot air balloon die!! And yes, let us know how your turkey cutlets came out. I'm still playing with my air fryer and would love some recipes or tips!

[@paulienvandenbosch3857]

Gorgeous card!!

[@dfmlees]

It’s so cute. By the way I went on a hot air balloon ride in 2020. It’s the most silent, amazing exhilarating experience . I’m 74. Do it, you won’t regret it. I’m in Australia and saw the Kangaroo’s hopping below us. 😀

[@claireadams7254]

Happy New Year gorgeous lady! I hope you are all well! We’ve had snow here in Aberdeen but most of it has gone now. Love this card - I’m going to try and make 2021 my year for building my craft stash, although I’ll need a bigger house first 🤔🤔

[@suzimetcalfe8423]

Hope the bunny is enjoying the ride. I wouldn't. I'd be afraid of falling to my death, or did someone just put that idea in my head? He's an adorable bunny. He should just enjoy being part of that super sweet flicked up card! He could fly over to central California. It's 75 here right now. Let us know about the turkey cutlets!

[@BreAnnloveland]

Love this!! The wizard of Oz ruined any desire I ever would have had to go in a hot air balloon. 😂

[@akscrafter]

So cool to see her using your ink stand!!!

[@BreAnnloveland]

@@akscrafter it really is!

[@cindybearj]

That bunny is so stinking cute! I have always wanted to go up in a hot air balloon. I think I should go soon because I've noticed as I get older I think twice about doing some things that I wouldn't have even blinked when I was young. So, that list is getting shorter all the time.

[@TatianaPCarvalho]

The card is gorgeous! I love the ink blending on the heart-shaped balloon ❤️ but I'm terrified of heights so I think I will never go on a balloon ride. 😬

[@audreyserruau8748]

I wanted to add a picture but I can't. Anyways, I have the exact chocolates you are talking about (kudos on the pronunciation, by the way, you did very good). I love them, they're delicious, crispy and filled in with Nutella and with a whole nut... Yummy. I also keep the containers to store my craft supplies. Right now, they are holding some of my ink cubes. I love your card, it is adorable by the way.

[@susanfalsone6598]

Love this! What brand black cardstock and embossing powder did you use?

[@annemariecaister5624]

Could you please post a link to the ink stand Laura? Love this card xx

[@BreAnnloveland]

Hello! That is my product. It is available in my Etsy shop. Just search The Ink Stand and it should show up.

[@annemariecaister5624]

@@BreAnnloveland thank you.

[@annemariecaister5624]

I have searched but cannot find it! Could you possibly post a link please?

[@BreAnnloveland]

@@annemariecaister5624 it’s posted above. ☺️

[@annemariecaister5624]

@@BreAnnloveland it says no results found...grrrrr

[@maryleighlippincott1239]

Laura, you crack me up! I’m sure we would be BFF’s. Anyway, what kind of cardstock do you use to do your inkblending?

[@mariakobusiewicz3888]

ILaura! If you liked these chocolates so much you have to try Rafaello by the same company. White box with red band. Though don't think so they are in regular offer in Aldi. You have to try other stores. Sweet kisses.

[@1maacha1]

I have been in hot air balloon! It was amazing

[@cecilecoonrod4146]

Did you notice the rainbow on your desk as you were ink blending? So you!!

[@alexandraw.4071]

Nice greetings from germany 😁🙋🏻‍♀️🇩🇪

[@mtnmovenfaith1]

Do you have a link for the mini cube holder?

[@cecilecoonrod4146]

Hot Air Balloons - always afraid they are going to take off in the wrong direction. They used to land behind my house before the high school was built. Now I’ve no idea where they land! Scary. Also I’m more afraid of running into power lines.

[@brendajennings5438]

Hoping to see some snow soon! Love the cute card, and no hot air balloon rides for me! I KNOW I would be thinking about falling to my death! LOL

[@bettylemmon9330]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@lorispitzer8289]

Dear Laura, Could we pls find a way to get Brianne's ink stand to the masses? People who commented before me are clamoring and another person and I both asked after a video a little while back (a couple of wks, maybe?). Monica's comment below is SO TRUE. You don't know how much you are helping some of us cope. I pause your videos midway sometimes to stretch them out. I liked the other two heart dies better than this from the MFT release - UNTIL NOW. Now I may have to consider this little number as well. I also liked the wave die but it was a little pricey, so I held off on that particular one. The turkey cutlets sound good. There are spotted bunnies. I think I would love a hot air balloon ride but I am afraid of hitting wires or being swept far aloft by a rogue gust. My hubby and I took a low-flying copter ride through the Badlands. I so don't regret that! So cool! He is not one for heights, so I think I would be flying alone. Thanks for the hug. Back atcha! Lori S in PA where I am still waiting for some snow. Our pre-Xmas batch was less than hyped and got taken down by rain. Boo......

[@BreAnnloveland]

Hey, Lori!! The Ink Stand is available in my Etsy shop. If you search Ink Stand it should show up.

[@raceandrodeo]

Is the ink stand available for sale?

[@susanfalsone6598]

Yes I was wondering the same thing

[@margolauer3678]

I was wondering the same ~ I’m sure you’ve mentioned it before but I don’t recall where to get it ~ can you please repeat the answer? ❤️

[@lorispitzer8289]

@@susanfalsone6598 Brianne Loveland

[@lorispitzer8289]

@@margolauer3678 Brianne Loveland, I think.

[@raceandrodeo]

Wait....no monkey in the balloon?!