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.

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Go Wild Thanks

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Being a crafty person I go from class planning to card challenges to playing with the cat.

The Card Buffet I will post on Facebook later.

I can share another challenge I played around with though. It’s for Try Stampin’ on Tuesday.

I really liked the layout. Several of the inspiration cards already displayed are really nice too. I was drawn to this for some reason.

I have a couple of packs of this Go Wild paper and never seem to design anything for my classes. I came up with this for the challenge –

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I really like it and since it’s a Thank You card. A great card to have in my stash when I need a card and no time to make one.

Go make a card and make someones day!

Happy Stampin’
Libby

Merry Latte Gift Card

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I am sharing yet another SWAP from the other day. This was my first one I made.

Quick. Easy. Fun. And, because everyone needs a gift card holder ready to go.

I thought the July Paper Pumpkin, Thanks a Latte was perfect for this. And, the Petite Pairs stamp set paired quite nicely inside the cup too!

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Isn’t it just the cutest?

I have made another one here, and a vertical one here. As you can see, I really like to make these. They are just too fun!

Best part, you can get 3 from one sheet of card stock. Each one measures 2 3/4 x 11, scored at 3 3/4 and 7 1/2. One the shorter end, make a diagonal cut from the end to the score line. Super easy!

I have a few of these undecorated and ready to go for whatever occasion.

Go make a card and make someones day!

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

Pink Polka Dot Christmas

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Think you’re seeing double? Well, you are. I have a double post of sorts today.

The first card shown is from my Christmas Card Class. It’s just so lovely, right?

It was made from the Season of Style DSP Stack, some retired Melon Mambo Ribbon, Christmas Messages stamp set, and the Chalk Talk Framelits. Easy peasy.  I always like to throw in an unexpected pop of color in these type of classes.

I had a kit or two leftover from the class. So. Waste not. Want not. Hence the gift card holder for my December Holiday Card Buffet was created! And, it was a popular choice.

The gift card holder could be Christmas or non-Christmas. I thought it was cool how it incorporated the Envelope Punch Board on a more narrow card creating the file folder style card. What do you think?

I once again used the retired Melon Mambo Ribbon, but this time added the Festive Flurry stamp set and coordinating framelits. The Vintage Designer faceted Buttons gave just enough of a ‘pop’ to this little gem. The Petite Pairs stamp set worked just perfectly for this smaller spaced greeting.

As you can see, when opened, the gift card holder uses the ‘W’ fold to form the slot to hold the gift card.

I love the challenge of recreating cards from extra supplies. In this case, it was nice to have the coordinating projects. Some like the matchy matchy Christmas stuff! Like me, of course!

Happy Stampin’
Libby

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Lovely as the Snow

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Lovely as the snow –  ya right in my 70 degree sunshine! Lol! Here in Texas it never snows! So, I’ll make a card to portray the snow! My daughter in Boston can appreciate this!

I’m also making this card for Create with Connie and Mary. It’s their sketch CCMCWINTER13-03. I have been so inspired by their creations the past few weeks! All the layouts and color challenges really fit my aesthetic. I am also in the midst of preparing for a Card Buffet this weekend, and, an upcoming Christmas Card Class. Whew.

So, taking some time out to design just for ‘fun’ – I came up with this design. Where do I begin?

Card base/front is embossed using the retired Snow Burst design. Layered on that is a nice piece of Brushed Silver card stock.

My strip is a thin Smokey Slate card stock with Smokey Slate 3/4″ Chevron Ribbon running across it. The card stock just makes for a nice firm base for the ribbon. I had to move this down from the original sketch because it just didn’t look right with the trees. I really like to stay true to a layout, but sometimes you just have to do what looks best.

Now, my centerpiece, or side piece as it were, is a multi-stepped gem. Started off with an embossed image from Lovely as a Tree. Then, I used a Epsom Salt wash over it to form the ‘crystals’ after it dried. I backed it in Glimmer Paper to make it standout.

Nice, huh?

Well, back to my creations for my upcoming classes. Like what you see? Please, leave a comment. Love to read your thoughts on my creations!

Happy Stampin’
Libby

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Sympathy for Sharon

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Sympathy cards. What do you say? You want someone to know you feel their pain. You understand what they are going through. You are there for them.

For todays post, my card is for my sister-in-law. She lost a dear friend this past week, Sharon. I met her friend a few times over the years. She was always sweet, remembered everything and just a delight to be around. She knew my husband since her was a wee one.

Todays post is for Frances, and her family, to let her know we were thinking about them.

It’s easy to make a sympathy card to ‘have on hand’. Just in case, and to talk bout it here and how you created it. But, when you have to make one for someone you know and talk about it, it’s a different story. I really have no words today to share, other than this card.

Be at peace Sharon.

Happy Stampin’
Libby

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Sending Many Thanks

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Need some Friday cheer? Well, here you go. But, it’s in the form of a thank you card today. I think this card looks, cheery!

This was one of the cards from my May Card Buffet. I know. I know. I’m just getting around to showing you another card, close up.

I struggled with this card right up until the class. I just could not get it right. But, this finished card, I was really pleased with! You should see all the scraps I had left! Not like me.

I got the Secret Garden stamp set and framelits in a bundle and was challenged by Carolyn to create something that would make her like this set. I think I achieved that. She like the card.

It was really an easy card to replicate. The random flowers make for a wonderful background. I liked the addition of the Hearts A Flutter Framelits making the little banner. The popped up leaf adds a little dimension. The ribbon turned over for the solid side, a little  texture. Now, as you see the base is Basic Black. The Whisper White is actually folded, so that the inside is white and not black. Just something a little different. And, yes, it through everyone off in the class! Ah, I like to keep them on their toes!

Enjoy your Friday. May it be filled with, cheer!

Happy Stampin’
Libby

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Sending a Kiss

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Need a fat free, no calorie kiss for Valentine’s Day?

Then, this card just might be the one for you. I love how this design is so clean and simple. It could also work for a manly card too. It was one of the choices at my January Card Buffet. And, a popular one I might add!

Very quick to make multiples of too! The cool thing about this card is the ‘kiss’, which is made from the Blossom Petals Builder Punch!

Thanks for stopping by –

Happy Stampin’
Libby

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