Libby Fens, Stampin' Up! Demonstrator

Independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrator Libby Fens offering original and creative paper crafting projects. I host monthly Card Buffets, specialty classes and weekly inspiration for card making.

1 1/4 Scallop Circle Punch

B.Y.O.P. CYCI

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Lol, like the cryptic title?

I found this cool sketch at Can You Case It –

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I loved it. And I knew just where to go with it –

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I pulled out my It’s My Party DSP and went right to this pattern. I have been itching to mimic these little asterisk symbols! I used a punch and they turned out perfectly!

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Because of the layout of the sketch, I made a pocket card! It’s sort of reversed – but that’s ok! It works!

I think a gift card will just go perfect in the pocket. Hence, the sentiment! I choose to go with unisex colors to be able to use this gift card holder for whoever.

I hope you like it – I sure do!

And, you know, it’s good ‘card carma’ and leave a comment before leaving, right?!?!

Happy Stampin’
Libby

Pack of Mini Pinwheel Cards

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Hah! Finished something. Finally.

And, I made 5 of them!

Have you seen these nifty 8×8 sheets of paper folded to make a cute ‘pinwheel’ card?  They are SO fun to make with all the neat DSP’s we have. But, I thought, I wanted my paper to go a little further……so, with a bit of tweaking I came up with a mini version that uses 6×6 DSP.

Using the diagonal plate, score each side of your paper at 2 1/4. You’ll have 4 lines, intersecting.

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Then where those two lines intersect, remove that little triangle area.

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Remove the diagonal plate. Lay your paper down with the other side facing up. Now, score each side at 3/4. You’ll have 4 lines.

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Fold all 4 those newly scored lines.

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Flip over your paper. Fold those first 4 made score lines. Sorry, forgot to take a photo of this step.

Tuck the last one under the first one.

Done.

See how cute these are –

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Pistachio Pudding. You Make Me Smile.

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Crisp Cantaloupe. Thank U.

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Coastal Cabana. K is for kindness.

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Strawberry Slush. Be Mine.

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Baked Brown Sugar. For You.

I thought this retiring DSP Paper Stack was perfect for this idea. These colors and stamp set as retiring as well…..

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Nice group of cards, right?

I added a few silver Frosted Sequins from the Clearance rack. It was just the finishing touch these needed.

Please let me know if try my tutorial for this smaller version and how it works out. And, of corse, please give me credit of you share this.

Happy Stampin’
Libby

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Welcome Back

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Ahhhh, the joys of returning from a vacation.

Now days, you need a day-cation to recover from the vacation!

I made a companion card today. My daughter is back from her world travels. I was inspired by Always Playing with Paper to make her a card.

They have a double challenge right now.

It was very tempting to try both. But, I wanted to coordinate my two cards. This is what I came up with –

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Yes, a bit simple. No frills. But, is returning to reality after a vacation ever exciting? Lol.

The focal point should be in the larger circle, but, I made mine in the smaller circle with the Silver Glimmer Paper scalloped border. Once again, a theme, where she returned to.

I made my phrase with this cool set of connecting letter stamps I got at a scrap convention a while ago. A total whim purchase, but I think I really like them.

That’s it. Simple. To the point.

Here is a double shot of both cards. You can see where she traveled to and the return. So cool, right? Curious about that post? It’s here.

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Nice, huh?

Off to work on my October Card Buffet.

Happy Stampin’
Libby

Fun Fringe Friday

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Happy Friday! Is it the start of Spring Break for you? For many it is.

Today I decided to really challenge myself with a sketch from Freshly Made Sketches –

It’s an interesting one, right?

And, I thought I needed some direction as this sketch really through me. So, off to a color challenge at Paper Pals Arts –
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I just got my Fringe Scissors in and I was really itching to create something. And, from my recent posts, I’m on an Ombre kick too! These colors sort of looked Ombre. So, here we go, my take on this challenge –

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Kind of cool, right? The sideways fringing? That was fun let me tell you! I think I got the angling correct on this card. I used vellum as my strip across and made a sort of flowery accent.

TIP. To make even fringing cuts, place a line of Sticky Strip were you’d like to stop fringing. The scissors will cut through the Sticky Strip, it’s just really difficult. It would probably mess these scissors up. After I fringed my pieces, I adhered them to a base the size I needed then trimmed it.

I am really pleased with this card. Are you? Love to read what you think!

Happy Stampin’
Libby

Mushroom Thanks

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Mushroom thanks? Well, what would you call this cutie?

This was one of three swaps I made for Leadership. Were you lucky enough to trade with me to get one?

I showcased lots of products here. First off, know what the green strip is? Know where the mushrooms came from?

I started with a DSP layer from the Polka Dot Parade paper pack.

I cut the green notecards from the new Watercolor Wonder Designer Note Cards into strips. Surprised, huh? They made such a nice background. And, in Libby fashion, these were repurposed. I just love to that.

The mushrooms are from the fun, new set, Life in the Forest. The fox seems to be the popular image from this set, I liked the mushroom. They reminded me of my daughter, who loves mushrooms. These were just punched and layered as you can see.

The side flags came from a new, upcoming punch (available during Sale-a-Bration) called, Banner Punch. It’s too cute. It also has a coordinating stamp set. A definite must have.

I just ran the same size strip of card stock across and stamped my greeting from yet another new stamp set, Happy Watercolor. Several of these products are from the new Occasions Catalog. If you haven’t checked it out, you should. Some very nice products. I want everything, as always.

Hope you enjoyed my share today. How about sharing your thoughts with me?

Happy Stampin’
Libby

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Coffee Fun

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Happy Monday, right? I know many hate Mondays. I have a fun share today to help you get through your ‘Monday’.

My last post was right before leadership. I posted a really adorable gift for my friends. Now, let’s see what was in those adorable cello bags –

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It was miniature coffee cups from webstaurant and a cute little coffee card to match! I also needed to create a card for a shoebox swap for the same ladies. So, in Libby fashion, I created one that coordinated with theses cups and my 3×3 mini card.

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The middle card, note card size, was made using the Envelope Punch Board. It’s one of those ever popular file folder cards. But, when you open it, it’s a gift card holder. Stinkin’ sweet! This way, if one of the recipients needed a quick gift ensemble, here it was.

I got together with this wonderful group of ladies –

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I was there with my up-line and also my uppity-line, lol!

Had a FABULOUS time! Now, off to unpack and organize my new goodies I received!

Happy Stampin’

Libby

Butterfly Birthday

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Butterflies and birthdays, what a nice combination, right? Well, at least in my card that is. Scroll down and check it.

Sweet, huh? Thought you’d like it!

I created this card for The Paper Players Challenge 151. Loved this sketch! I just had to find time to create something to go with it. I made time.

I love how the butterflies are fresh and fun and are so perky! They are two folded in half butterflies then glued next to each other. This way when the card is mailed, they can be flattened and will spring back up! Clever, huh?

I played around with a new sentiment I just got, Remembering Your Birthday. Love it! It’s so current. So trendy. I love how I rolled the stamp on my (old style) ink pad to create that faded look. Yes, that was on purpose!

And, notice I used real ribbon? No paper bows today! Lol!

Hope you enjoyed my card!

Happy Stampin’
Libby

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Grab the Money Grad

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Yes, another graduation card share. And, a funny title too, you think?

Half the time, I don’t know what to name these posts. So, since this one had visible money in it, seemed appropriate. ‘Cause what graduate doesn’t like receiving money?? And, oh ya, run with this money, it’s a folded $1.00 bill!

Looking at my post and trying get creative in writing, I had to stop and just laugh. My numbers are all caddywhompus. That’s the beauty of using Tombow, or green glue! It dries that quick. Lol. So, yes, I know my numbers are a bit, uneven.

Anyway, I really love this card. It is unique. I made it a while back as I was brainstorming ideas for the buffet. Well, this one got shoved under some stuff and forgotten about. Sad. So sad. I WILL have to pull this out next year and recreate it. As you can see, it was pretty simple. Basic stampin’ and punchin’.

I did get a little fancy with the Illuminate Glimmer Watermark Stampin’ Pad on the background. Yes, a bit hard to see, but it’s there.

Now, the only trick to this is everything is double dimensionaled (is that even a word??). Meaning – stack two dimensionals a top one another for extra height. That allows for the money, or check to slip in nicely!

Pretty sweet, isn’t it? I think so!

Thanks for stopping by and looking at my creations. Please be kind and leave a comment, especially if you ‘pin’ this or recreate it. It’s the right thing to do.

Happy Stampin’
Libby

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Black & White Birthday

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Black and white birthday?

Yes. But, for no one in particular. Just a fun, interesting card I pulled together for a card challenge over at Seize the Birthday. Challenge #17 ends today and I’m scootin’ in right under the deadline. Whew.

This challenge is cool because you can vote on your favorite 3 cards after the challenge ends today. So, you love my card, right? Then please vote for me. I would appreciate it!

I pulled a retired Sale-a-Bration stamped image out, the flower leaves and just went from there. The actual flowers were stamped 3 times in StazOn. It made for a very nice gradual color change when you stamp off like this. Then, I just punched them with a newer 1 1/4 Scalloped Circle Punch.

I made the card and was like, eh, ok. I posted it here, and fell in love. It turned out great I thought. You agree?

Happy Stampin’
Libby

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Happiness Always

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Happiness Always Paulina and Larry on your upcoming anniversary.

I decided I was going to make my brother and his dear wife a card. I was stumped on how to execute it. So, I saw this really different sketch challenge on Technostamper. I decided to play along!

I combined through my stamps, punches, and papers and came up with the following card. Yes, I dug deep with lots of retired stuff. That’s what happens when you have lots of stuff. But, I think I came up with just the right combination to make this a really special card. What do you think?

Happy Stampin’
Libby

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