Showing posts with label The Paper Shelter. Show all posts
Showing posts with label The Paper Shelter. Show all posts

Wednesday, October 23, 2024

Retro Space Girl by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Hello friends.  I would like to preface this post by saying that, in case you haven't heard, our beloved co-owner of The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps, Veronica, tragically passed away on September 25, 2024.  Please see more details about this here.  We are so saddened by this news. 

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Another new challenge (#615) is starting today on The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog.  This week's theme is:  

SQUARES/CIRCLES

I made a card with this image some time ago using masculine colours.  I decided to make another card with this image called Retro Space Girl by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps using feminine colours.  I love this adorable image.  Here is my Design Team card:

This little cutie is coloured with Copic markers.  I added some enamel dots on the left side of the circle.

For more amazing inspiration by the other Design Team members, see here.  While there, why not join our challenge?  There are some wonderful images up for grabs.  Check this out:

The Paper Paper Shelter also has a Facebook group called The Paper Shelter Fan Club where you will find even more inspiration.

That's all from me.  Until next time, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used

Frame:       Spellbinders "Standard Circles Large" dies
Corners:     EK Success
Sentiment:  The word "BLAST" is a free clipart word and I added the text
Clouds:       My Favorite Things cloud stencil 

Challenges Entered  








Wednesday, July 3, 2024

Vintage Tea Cups by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Greetings, dear friends!  It's time for The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog's new challenge (#603).  The theme this week is:

THREE TIMES ANYTHING

(three of the same embellishments, etc)

I love tea cups, and I have some truly gorgeous tea cups and saucers on display in my china closet and also on some of my shelves.  With that in mind, I just had to select a lovely image by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps called Vintage Tea Cups.  Here is my Design Team card.


I used my trusty Copic markers to colour this lovely image.  I applied clear Wink of Stella (Zig) to the wings of the butterfly.  It's hard to see here but the wings have a pretty shimmer IRL.  The flowers are handmade and the centers are by EK Success.

If you'd like to see some more fabulous inspiration by the other Design Team members, see here.  And, while there, how about joining the challenge?  There are some beautiful images to be won.


There is also a group on Facebook called The Paper Shelter Fan Group which has more inspiration.  

That's all from me today.  Take care, and have a happy day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used

Border:        Joy Crafts 6002/0974 die
Flowers:      Love Nicole (small flower and Spellbinders "Succulent and Mum Flower" dies
Sentiment:  Computer generated  







Wednesday, April 24, 2024

Pastry Chef by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Hello friends!  Another week and another challenge on The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog (#593).  This week's theme is:

YUMMY DELIGHTS

I definitely have a sweet tooth!  I love all kinds of desserts and drinks.

I chose the adorable Pastry Chef image by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps for my Design Team card.


Look at all those delicious treats!  Now I want to go out and buy something yummy.  LOL   I coloured this fabulous image with Copic markers.  

For more inspiration by the other design team members, see here.   If you join in the fun, there are always some  wonderful images up for grabs. 



That's all from me today.  I wish you a lovely day.  Until next time, Lori xx 

Resources and Tools Used  

Sentiment:  Computer generated and backed with QuicKutz "Bottle Cap" die


Challenges Entered  

http://asyoulikeitchallenge.blogspot.com/  (My cards are nearly always fussy.  I don't enjoy making
                                                                        CAS cards because I don't like to see white space on
                                                                         my cards.  Just not my preference.)



Wednesday, February 14, 2024

Adorable Dutch Girl by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Hello my friends!  A new challenge starts today on The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog.  This week, the theme is:

RIBBON or TWINE

My DT card showcases a sweet image called Adorable Dutch Girl.


She is coloured with Copic markers.  I added a lovely shimmery ribbon which I had in my stash.

For more inspiration by the other design team members, see here.  And, while there, why not join in the fun?  There are always some wonderful and darling images to be won.


TPS also has a Facebook group called The Paper Shelter Fan Group.  Thanks so much for visiting.  I hope to see you all again soon.  Hugs, Lori xx

Tools and Resources Used  

Border:        Martha Stewart "Tulip Bed" Around the Page punch
Sentiment:   Computer generated


Challenges Entered 






Wednesday, December 20, 2023

Tuxedo Always Works by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Hello friends!  Are you ready for Christmas?  December is going by so fast.  The Design Team members will be on our Christmas break after today and will be back the middle of January.  This is our last challenge for 2023.  I hope you have enjoyed the blog hop.  The winners will be posted on a separate blog post.

The theme for this challenge is:

ANYTHING GOES

Today, I am showcasing Tuxedo Always Works by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps.  Such a gorgeous image!  


I used my Copic markers to colour this fabulous image, and handmade the flower.  For more amazing inspiration, visit The Paper Shelter Challenge blog where you will see creations by both teams.  If you join in the fun, you may win some beautiful images.



TPS also has a Facebook group here.

That's all from me today.  I wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a wonderful and happy 2024.  Take good care of yourselves.  Hugs, Lori xx


Resources and Tools Used  

Borders:      Martha Stewart "Flourish Lace" Around the Page punches
Leaves:       Marianne Creatables "Flowers and Branches" dies  LR0156
Flower:       Cannot remember
Sentiment:  Computer generated

Challenges Entered  







Wednesday, October 11, 2023

Cute Bike by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

 Hello, dear friends!  The new challenge (#571) on The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog starts today.  This week's theme is:

LET'S GET SPORTY

My Design Team card features the adorable Cute Bike image by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps.  As always, I used Copic markers to colour this sweet image.  The background is drawn by me, and the little flower is handmade.  I used some 3-D foam to raise the petals.


The other DT members have created some fabulous cards.  Check it out here.  And, while there, how about joining in the fun?  There are some marvelous prizes to be won.


There is also a group on Facebook called Friends Who Like the Paper Shelter.  

Thank you for stopping by, and I hope to see you  soon.  Have a happy day.  Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used  

Postage stamp die:  Alinacutle from Amazon
Flower:         EK Success "Retro Flower" punch
Leaves:         Marianne Craftables "Tiny's Swirls & Leaves" dies
Sentiment:   QuicKutz "Snow Angel" alphabet dies


Challenges Entered  




Wednesday, February 15, 2023

Rose by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Hi friends!  I hope you are all well.  Two weeks ago, northern United States experienced a dangerous arctic blast.  I nearly fell out of my bed when I woke up one morning, checked my phone, and saw that the temperature was -20 degrees.  Yikes!  Luckily, the temperatures warmed up considerably.

This week's theme on The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog is: 

LACE and/or FLOWERS

These are two of my favourite embellishments and so I included both on my card.  I used the gorgeous Rose image by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps.


I used Copic markers to colour this beauty.  The lace was originally white but I dyed it yellow with Glimmer Mist by Tattered Angels.  The flowers are handmade.

If you would like to see more inspiration by the other Design Team members, please visit The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog.  While there, how about joining in the fun?  There are some wonderful prizes to be won.


Thank you for visiting.  Have a lovely day.  Hugs, Lori xx


Resources and Tools Used 

Flowers:     SVG file (with acrylic centers)
Foliage:      SVG file
Sentiment:  Computer generated
Butterfly:     (top left corner)  Creative Expressions "Petite Butterflies" die


Challenges Entered 






Wednesday, February 1, 2023

Cecilia by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Hello friends!  The theme this week on The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog is

BOWS and/or PINK

I wanted to incorporate both a bow and pink colours on my DT card.  Since I love all shades of pink, it was a no brainer for me.  I chose the beautiful Cecilia image by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps.  




I coloured this lovely lady with my trusty Copic markers, and I drew a simple background for her.

For more inspiration from the other Design Team members, please visit The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog.  You won't be disappointed.  And, while you are there, why not join in the fun?  There are always some amazing prizes to be won.

Wednesday, December 21, 2022

Berry Delight by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Hello friends!  Welcome to my last post for this year for The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog.  It has been such a pleasure working with TPS's beautiful images.  My DT card showcases the fabulous Berry Delight image by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps.  


This image is coloured with Copic markers and FC Polychromos pencils. I added some dimensional stickers by EK Success for some visual interest.

Thank you for stopping by.  Happy Holidays to you and your families.  Take good care of yourselves.  Hugs, Lori xx


Resources and Tools Used

Bow:          The Greetery "Fit to be Tied" die
Sentiment:  Free clipart from the Internet, and backed with Spellbinders "Big Scalloped Circles" dies
                          and "Standard Circles Large" dies


Challenges Entered 







Wednesday, December 7, 2022

Sweet Things by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Good morning, lovely crafters, and welcome to The Paper Shelter Blog Hop, in celebration of The Paper Shelter's 12th birthday on December 8.


This will be a two week challenge, with both teams taking part. It is our way of thanking The Paper Shelter for sharing their wonderful images with us, and sponsoring our challenges. The theme for this special challenge is BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS.


I coloured this adorable image with my usual mediums (Copics and Polychromos).  The little cupcakes are from Heartfelt Creations' Sugarspun Collection paper pad.  I will admit that I love cupcakes, especially with chocolate frosting!  LOL 

If you've arrived here from Julie's blog, then you are heading in the right direction.  If not, you'll want to pop back to The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog to start again, because you don't want to miss out on this one.  

Both Design Teams are participating, showcasing the gorgeous images available from The Paper Shelter, and each blog on the hop is offering one lucky commenter a digi of their choice, as well as the main prize (details of which are on The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog).

From here you need to hop over to Sammy Jean's blog.  Don't forget to leave your comment for an opportunity to win your choice of one the the fabulous digis available in TPS store.

Good luck!  I hope you've enjoyed the hop so far.  Thank you very much for visiting.  Have a lovely day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used  

Sentiment:   That Craft Place Ltd. "Scrabble Happy Birthday" (etsy store is now closed)
Cupcakes:    Heartfelt Creations "Sugarspun Collection" paper pad and backed with
                          Spellbinders "Standard Circles Large" dies
Borders:        Crafter's Companion "Blossoming Borders" die 


Challenges Entered 




Wednesday, November 9, 2022

So Pretty!! by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Hello, dear friends!  Welcome to my DT post for the new challenge on The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog.  This week's theme is SHOW ME SOME BLING.  What an awesome challenge!

I am showcasing the charming So Pretty!! image by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps.


I used Copics and Polychromos to colour her.  I had a sheet of adhesive rhinestones by Recollections.  I used only part of the sheet for my card.  With all due respect, the card looks so much better IRL.  OK, enough bragging!  LOL

Thank you for visiting.  I sincerely appreciate it.  Don't forget to stop by The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog to see the lovely creations by the rest of the Design Team.  If you have time, why not join us?  There are some fantastic prizes to be won.



That's all from me today.  Have a happy day.  Until next time, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used

Rhinestones:  Recollections adhesive rhinestones
Sentiment:     Computer generated


Challenges Entered 





Wednesday, September 14, 2022

Beautiful Mermaid by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Hello friends!  Welcome to my DT post for the new challenge on The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog.  This week's theme is WATERWISE.  Since I love mermaids, I chose the lovely Beautiful Mermaid image by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps.  Isn't she adorable?

I coloured the image with Copic markers, and I drew the background.  I stamped the little fish that she is looking at.  

For more wonderful inspiration by the other DT, just pop by The Paper Challenge Blog.  And, while there, why not join our challenge?  As always, there are some lovely prizes to be won.


Thank you for visiting.  I really appreciate it.  Have a happy day.  Hugs, Lori xx


Resources and Tools Used 

Wave:         Joy Crafts - Under the Sea "Edge Waves" die 6002/0330
Sentiment:  Memory Box "Hello Folksy Script" die (cut twice, chalked and offset) 


Challenges Entered 

https://promarkerchallenge.blogspot.com/  (I love using dies on all my cards)





Wednesday, August 31, 2022

Autumn Enchantment by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Hello friends!  Welcome to my DT post today.  The theme for The Paper Shelter's new challenge this week is AUTUMN COLOURS.  I love to see the trees dressed in their carnival colours, and their leaves dancing in the sky before they fall to the ground.  I also enjoy the cooler air and the wonderful earthy aroma.  So peaceful.  What a beautiful season!

For my card, I chose the gorgeous Autumn Enchantment by TPS Digital Stamps. I coloured her with Copics and Polychromos. 


For more wonderful inspiration, check out what the other design team members made here.  And, while there, why not join our challenge?  There are some fabulous prizes to be won.  


Thank you so much for visiting.  I truly appreciate it.  Have a happy day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used 

Cloud border:  Dare 2B Artsy "Land and Clouds Border" die
Sentiment:       Computer generated
Citiscape:         Memory Box "Brevilla Houses" die (cut twice and offset)


Challenges Entered 





Wednesday, August 17, 2022

The Lady by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Hello friends!  How quickly summer is passing by.  I cannot say that that saddens me because I do not particularly like summer.  Way too many bugs, hot temperatures and awful humidity.  

The Design Team members for The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog have been on their summer break.  Team A kicks off the new challenge which starts today.  The theme is CHARMING (Add a Charm).  I chose The Lady by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps.  What a classy lady she is!


I drew the simple background, and used Copics and Polychromos to colour this fabulous image.  If you would like to see some more inspiration by the other Design Team members, please check here.  And, while you are there, why not join in the fun?  There are some beautiful prizes to be won.



Thank you for visiting.  I sincerely appreciate it.  In the interim, I wish you a happy day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used 

Border:        Martha Stewart "String Lace" Around the Page punches
Sentiment:   Computer generated and cut with Spellbinders "Classic Ovals Large" dies


Challenges Entered 







 


Wednesday, July 6, 2022

Glittery and Sparkling by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Hello, dear friends, and welcome to my DT post for the new challenge from The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog (#519) which starts today.  The theme this week is GOING DIGITAL.  How easy is that!  For my card, I chose the gorgeous Glittery and Sparkling image by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps.  I adore this image!


This beauty is coloured to Copics and polychromos.  The lovely rainbow is a free clipart image, which I thought complimented the image beautifully.  I stamped some sparkles around the rainbow for some added interest because, to me, it looked too bare without them.  

Remember to stop by The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog to see some amazing inspiration by the other Design Team members.  And, if you join in the fun, you may win some really fabulous images.


Thank you very much for visiting.  I really appreciate it.  Take good care of yourselves.  Hugs, Lori xx  

Resources and Tools Used 

Rainbow:     Free clipart from pngtree
Sentiment:   Lily of the Valley digital stamp; backed with Spellbinders 
                           "Classic Scalloped Circles Large" dies


Challenges Entered 







Wednesday, May 11, 2022

Cherie Cherry by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

 Hi friends!  This week, we have a wonderful theme on The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog:  SHAPED CARD.  I love making shaped cards but I don't create them very often.  I chose the beautiful Cherie Cherry image by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps.  I always like to create a background for my images and so I drew one for this lovely lady.  Here is my Design Team card:


I used Copic markers and Polychromos pencils to colour the image.  My flower is handmade.  

Thank you for stopping by.  I truly appreciate it.  And, don't forget to visit The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog to see what the other Design Team members created.  We would love to see your creations and, of course, the usual amazing prize is up for grabs:


Well, that's all from me for this post.  Have a happy day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Materials and Tools Used 

Slimline die:  LDRS Creative "Elegant Stitched Frames" slimline dies 8255
Sentiment:     QuicKutz "Snow Angel" alphabet dies
Flower:          EK Success "Retro" punch (medium)
Foliage:         Cottage Cutz "Greenery" dies


Challenges Entered 

https://digichoosday.blogspot.com/