Everything Eleanor Stamp Set

You’re How Old?

January 3, 2014 · Leave a Comment

You’re how old? Of course I’d never ask, and she’d most likely never tell……

This is a silly, cute little 3×3 card made for a dear friend I used to work with, Erica. She would usually be off work for her birthday and it wouldn’t be until way after that I’d get her card to her. Well, a virtual card is better than no card – so here it is.

I whipped this little cutie up from some new products that are available today! A new Mini catalog is here and items are available to purchase today!

I used the Just Sayin’ stamp set and the coordinating framelits, Word Bubbles. Both are way too cute! We can always use another framelit set, right? Hand cutting images is so yesterday, lol!

I thought the sentiment went quite well with the number pattern DSP from Birthday Basics. And, yes, my circle is askew. I didn’t want it to be straight.

I added a little girly touch with some flowers from Everything Eleanor. They were already cut and just sitting in my work area sayin’, “use me or clean me up”! So, well, a nice addition.

I also couldn’t refuse making an envelope liner either. Tied everything together. You can’t go wrong with a 3×3 card.

So, my dear friend Erica, have a wonderful birthday! I’m thinking about you these days!

Happy Stampin’
Libby

Happiness

May 30, 2013 · 12 Comments

Happiness. What a sweet thing, happiness. And, what a sweet thing, this card share for today.

I was inspired at 11:30 pm last night, yes, I had to work today, to create this little Happiness card. I wanted to make something for The Paper Players Challenge #147. The challenge said “it’s a great way to use up scraps, mix and match patterns and textures, or anything your heart and mind can imagine!!!” I sort of complied.

The (I think) So Saffron piece of DSP came from an old packet from a Stampin’ Up Regional. Um, ya, I never completed that project. The flower was from my box of stuff that I thought I was going to use, but, obviously didn’t! And, who doesn’t have scraps of ribbon lying about their crafty area?

So, voila! With a little trimming, a little stampin’, a little tying, a card is created! And, a lovely card at that, if I do say so myself! This was a fun challenge even though I didn’t have a great mix of patterns or papers.

Hope you like it! Hope it brings a little happiness to your day!

Happy Stampin’
Libby

I Was Thoughtless

May 3, 2013 · 12 Comments

So sorry. I was thoughtless.

No, not really, but, what a wonderful set of sentiments, if you need them! It’s from the stamp set, So Sorry. Page 137 of the 2012/2013 catalog. It’s another ‘must have’.

This is yet again another stamp set I’ve had for a while but have not used it! Why, oh, why? It’s great!

My inspiration came from Create with Connie and Mary today. And, it’s a color challenge, CCMC250, using Calypso Coral, Pool Party, and Basic Grey. Lovely colors! And, some great inspiration on their blog too.

I really got creatively inspired with my card this time, even though it’s rather simple. I started with one of those ‘center stair step cards’ as my base. Then I added a couple layered ovals from the Ovals Collections Framelits. The ovals are really tricky for me to stamp words on. They always appear ‘off’. But, this looks pretty even.

Now, I did not have any Calypso Coral Ribbon to use here. I had to get real creative. I punched a strip using the Dotted Scallop Ribbon Border (how appropriate, having no ribbon) and broke down the fibers using my bone folder. After about 5 minutes or so, it pulled apart really nicely. It’s soft as suede! I added one ‘half’ along the bottom and the other half I cut up to make little ribbon strips. Very sweet, huh?

My poor lower stamped sentiment. It’s a little smudgy. But, it is what it is. I do LOVE this card none the less. It’s one of my favorites that I’ve made lately.

What do you think?

Happy Stampin’
Libby

Dressy Birthday

March 12, 2013 · 2 Comments

Have you played ‘Dress Up’ yet birthday girl?

I was skeptical at first when I saw this dress collection that includes framelits and a stamp set. It really didn’t do anything for me. However, at the Dallas Regionals, I saw some demonstrations and lots of samples made using a variety of products from this suite. And, so cute. So cool. So fun!

Ok. I decided to get them. And, to tell you truth, it IS like playing with paper dolls. You just want to keep creating different dresses and playing around with patterned papers to make clothing, adding ribbons, embellishments – whatever you want. It really IS fun!

This is one of the cards I created for my Card Buffet this weekend. It is also one that I decided not to make because I created another card I liked better. Imagine that? It happens in the design process. Lots of designs get cut. But, I’ll be happy to share with you.

The dress is made from Sale-a-Bration Designer Series Paper. The oval has a nice swirl in that neat-o Illuminate Glimmer Watermark Stampin’ Pad. I thought it added a little dazzle to the card. Don’t you agree?

If you are on the fence about this item, I say, go for it. These are just, FUN! And, we could all use a little fun in our stampin’!

Happy Stampin’
Libby

Cheers, It’s Friday

March 8, 2013 · 4 Comments

Yay! It’s Friday! So, an early morning ‘Cheers’ to you. For your coffee, tea or orange juice.

I am intently working on my next weeks Card Buffet. It takes times, lots of time. I am also designing some Graduation Announcements for my Godchild. Always paper crafting!

So, I made a quick 3×3 that turned out quite stunning I must say! The addition of the Illuminate Glimmer Watermark Everything Eleanor swirls really adds a classy touch here.

Wouldn’t these look nice next to a glass of wine or beer for your special someone this evening? Or these would make nice invitations to a cocktail party…..

Ok, let’s get your mind going here, what do you think the ‘goblet’ is? I did not list that item used. I’ll post the answer Saturday.

Happy Stampin’
Libby