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.

Ornate Tag Topper Punch

Birthday Rose

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Wow, I haven’t posted in a few days…sorry. I had a terrific Card Buffet this past weekend – I’ve been busy!

I posted the Buffet choices on my Facebook page. Go check it out.

I’ll share one of the cards from the class –

libbystamps, Stampin Up, Rose Wonder Stamp Set, Rose Garden Thinlits, Big Shot Die Brush, Ornate Tag Topper Punch, Watermelon Wonder 1" Dotted Lace Trim, 2015-2017 In Color Envelope Paper

Isn’t it pretty? Pretty sweet and elegant I’d say!

It was a popular choice too.

I was skeptical about this intricate die to tell the truth. I saw soooo many cards made with it. I had to ask people how it really was. I got no negative feedback. So, I took the plunge and bought it.

I did also buy the new Big Shot Die Brush to use with this thinlits die. It works like a dream! No need for waxed paper or dryer sheets or standing on you head. Really, just roll and it will release.

Back to the card. It’s a fun, feminine card. The In Color Envelope Paper was a great addition of color too. A tag, and some fun ribbon and you’re done! A wonderful creation!

What do you think? I’d love to hear read you comments!

Happy Stampin’
Libby

Just Tag It

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I had a box of stuff that needed to mailed out. You know, one of those warm up winter boxes. I always like to include a little handmade somethin’ somethin’ in the box.

Instead of a card, I decided I’d make tags instead.

I used a new stamp set from the new occasions Mini catalog, Balloon Celebration. It was THE perfect choice! From the tags, you can guess just why and what was sent –

libbystamps, Stampin Up, Balloon Celebration, Balloon Bouquet Punch, Gold Foil, Ornate Tag Topper Punch, Cupcake Builder Punch, tags

Aren’t they just the cutest?

libbystamps, Stampin Up, Balloon Celebration, Balloon Bouquet Punch, Gold Foil, Ornate Tag Topper Punch, Cupcake Builder Punch, tags

After I stamped the Very Vanilla, I felt the tag needed a little extra ump……I thought the cupcake liner from the Cupcake Builder Punch would be just the right added touch. I just placed it upside down so the scallops were visible a little. A sweet little gold peek.

libbystamps, Stampin Up, Balloon Celebration, Balloon Bouquet Punch, Gold Foil, Ornate Tag Topper Punch, Cupcake Builder Punch, tags

Those balloon strings…….I adhered the Baker’s Twine to the back of the balloons. To get the wavy string look, I glued it in place with the Fine-Tip Glue Pen. Tricky, but it can be done!

Now I can put these in the box and get it mailed.

I’d love to read what you think.

Happy Stampin’
Libby

12 Treats for Halloween, Treat 12

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We made it! I mean, I made it – twelve quick treats for Halloween!

And, today does not fail in being quick, or cute –

libbystamps, Stampin' Up, Boo to You Framelits, Ornate Tag Topper Punch, White Perfect Accents, Halloween treats, ghost

…..and, am I right or what?

They even stand on their own too!

libbystamps, Stampin' Up, Boo to You Framelits, Ornate Tag Topper Punch, White Perfect Accents, Halloween treats, ghost

The candy just slides into them.

I used the newest Ornate Tag Topper Punch to create these, but any of those tag punches would work. You can get several ghosts from one sheet of card stock.

The eyes are those White Perfect Accents colored with a sharpie! Got to love that! I finished it off with the BOO! tied with Silver Cording.

libbystamps, Stampin' Up, Boo to You Framelits, Ornate Tag Topper Punch, White Perfect Accents, Halloween treats, ghost

Really, it couldn’t get any easier!

I’d love to hear what you think of my projects so far.

Go make a treat and make someones day!

Happy Halloweenin’
Libby

Best. Day. Ever.

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Pretty simple title. Pretty simple card.

This is from my Card Buffet this weekend. It was a great success! I had a nice mix of easy and more challenging cards. This was an east one. And, masculine too.

libbystamps, Stampin' Up, Best Day Ever Stamp Set, Hip Hip Hooray Card Kit, Ornate Tag Topper Punch, Border Chevron Punch, Retro Fresh Washi Tape,

See, what’d I tell you? Minimal stamping. Washi tape. Punches. And, a pre-printed note card from the Hip Hip Hooray Kit. Can’t get any easier than that!

Happy Stampin’
Libby

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