Art Nouveau Bloom by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Greetings friends!  The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog's new challenge started yesterday.  For my Design Team card, I chose the lovely Art Nouveau Bloom by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps.

I coloured her with Copic markers and added some ribbon.  For more fabulous inspiration by the other DT members, please visit The Paper Shelter Challenge blog.  And, while there, why not join our challenge?  There are some beautiful images up for grabs.

I have decided to step down as a Design Team member for now.  This will be my last post as a DT member for The Paper Shelter Challenge blog.  I wish you a happy day.  Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used 

Corner:       Cheery Lynn corner die

Sentiment:  Computer generated

Pineapple by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Greetings friends, and welcome to my post today.  Today starts the new challenge on The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog.  The theme is:

THAT SPECIAL LADY  

I chose the fabulous Pineapple image from The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps for my Design Team card.

I used my trusty Copic markers to colour the image.  I inked the edges of the frame, and I added some enamel dots at the bottom of the card.

Be sure to check out the other lovely cards made by the other DT members on The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog.  And, while there, why not join our challenge?  There are some wonderful images to be won.

The Paper Shelter also has a Facebook group called The Paper Shelter Fan Club.  See here.

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

Resources and Tools Used  

Frame:        Joy Crafts "Round Corners Frame" die 6002/0631

Sentiment:  Computer generated

 

 

The Most Adorable Cavalier by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Greetings to all!  Time for another new challenge on The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog.  This week's theme is:

FEATHERS OR FUR

What an awesome theme!  I have chosen fur, and my Design Team card showcases The Most Adorable Cavalier image by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps.

I coloured this cutie with Copic markers and a bit of FC Polychromos pencils.  

For more inspiration by the other Design Team members, please visit The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog.  TPS also has a group on Facebook called The Paper Shelter Fan Group.

If you join our challenge, may win some wonderful images by TPS.

That's all from me for this post.  Have a lovely day.  Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used   

Frame:        Joy Crafts "Round Corner Frame" die  6002/0631
Arrow:         Spellbinders Die D'Lites "Ornate Arrows" dies
Sentiment:  Computer generated

So Pretty!! by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

 Hi friends!  The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog's new challenge (#629) begins today.  This week's theme is:

ALTER IT 

(Alter your image in some way) 

My Design Team card showcases the fabulous So Pretty!! image by TPS.  I cropped the image so that the lower portion of her legs are not seen.  

I coloured her with Copic markers, and I added a handmade flower, also coloured with Copic markers.  I used some 3-D foam under the petals of the flower for added dimension.

I created a card once before using the entire image.  See below.

For more inspiration by the other DT members, please visit The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog.  If you join our challenge, you may win some adorable images.

That's all from me for this post.  Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used  

Border:       Martha Stewart "Botanical Scallop" punch

Flower:       EK Success "Retro" flower punch 

Sentiment:  Computer generated

Dutch Pure Love by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Hello there, dear friends!  Welcome to my Design Team post for The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog.  The theme this week is:

ADD A HEART

I used the endearing Dutch Pure Love image by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps.  

I colored this sweet image with Copic markers.  I added some handmade flowers and raised them with 3-D foam for added dimension.

If you would like to see more amazing inspiration by the other DT members, please see here.  And, if you have some time, why not join our challenge?  There are some fabulous images to be won.

The Paper Shelter also has a group on Facebook called The Paper Shelter Fan Club.

I wish you a lovely day.  Until next time, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used  

Heart die:   Cannot remember

Corner:       Cheery Lynn "Lace Corner" Deco B (B162) dies

Flowers:     Creative Expressions "Striped Nosturtiums" (Sue Wilson) dies and

                          EK Success "Retro" punch (small)

Ribbon:       From my stash

                        

Beauty Session by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Hi there friends!  This week's challenge (#623) on The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog starts today.  The theme is:

PRETTY IN PINK

This theme is right up my alley because I love all shades of pink.  I chose the sweet Beauty Session image by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps.  Here is my Design Team card:

I colored her with Copic markers and added some handmade flowers which I raised with 3-D foam for added dimension.  

You can find more fabulous inspiration by the other Design Team members here.  And, while there, why not join our challenge.  There are some lovely images up for grabs.

The Paper Shelter has a Facebook group called The Paper Shelter Fan Club.  

Have a happy day.  Until next time, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used  

Flowers:     Memory Box "Layered Periwinkle" dies

Border:       Martha Stewart "Quilted" Around the Page punches

Sentiment:  Computer generated

  

Tuxedo Always Works by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Greetings friends!  I hope you all had a wonderful holiday.  The Design Team members have been on their holiday break but now Team A is back for The Paper Shelter's first challenge (#621) of 2025.  

The theme for this week is:

A WINTERY PROJECT or

SHADES OF BLUE

I decided to go with the Shades of Blue theme for my card.  I chose the fabulous Tuxedo Always Works by TPS digital stamps.  I used this image once before but with different colours.  Here is my DT card:

I used Copic markers to colour this awesome image.  The flower is handmade, and is raised with 3-D foam.  I used a slimline die and sized it so that it would fit onto my A-6 card.

If you would like to see more wonderful inspiration by the other Design Team members, see here.  And, while there, why not join our challenge.  There are some lovely images to be won.

TPS also has a Facebook group called The Paper Shelter Fan Group. where you will find inspiration by both Design Teams, and other crafters as well.

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

Resources and Tools Used  

Slimline die:   Gina Marie "Scalloped Stitched" slimline die

Sentiment:      Computer generated

Flower:           Spellbinders "Floral Oval" die S5-378

Leaves:           Memory Box "Layered Periwinkle" die

Ribbon:           From my stash

Enchanted Serenade by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Hello friends.  This week and next, rather than running our usual Blog Hop, the Design Teams at The Paper Shelter is honouring our beautiful co-founder Veronica, who tragically left us on September 25, 2024.

Veronica was a kind, supportive, beautiful soul who, alongside her co-founder Pedro, produced the images we all know and love to create with.  There is a vacuum in the world today, where Veronica used to be, and we will miss her terribly.

This is my Design Team card dedicated to Veronica.  

This lovely image called Enchanted Serenade by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps and is coloured with Copic markers.  I decided to print the sentiment on the sides of the image. I added two Swarovski crystals on the inside of the corners.  

Our winner for our Tribute challenge will win 6 products of their choice if they have used a Paper Shelter image on their entry (you could chose the pre-coloured image, the black and white digi, or the digital paper that comes in the set), or 3 products of their choice if they have used another brand.  You can enter the challenge up to three times provided you have used a Paper Shelter product on at least one of them.

I hope you can join us in this special challenge.  Until next time, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used  

Corners:  Cheery Lynn "Lace Corner - Deco B162"

Ribbon:   From my stash

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Cecilia by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Hello friends!  I hope you are well.  The theme for this week's new challenge on The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog is:

ADD A NUMBER

For my Design Team card, I chose the lovely Cecilia image by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps.  Here is my card:

I coloured her with Copic markers, and I drew a simple background.  The number 9 was cut out with a Cricut machine.

If you wish to see more inspiration by the other Design Team members, please see here.  And, while there, how about joining our challenge?  There are some wonderful prizes up for grabs.

There is also a Facebook group called The Paper Shelter Fan Group where you can see some fabulous inspiration by both TPS teams.

Have a lovely day.  Until next time, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used  

Sentiment:  Backed with Spellbinders "Parisian Motifs" dies

Corners:      EK Success

Challenges Entered  

https://digichoosday.blogspot.com/

https://avenue613.blogspot.com/

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.com/

http://paperfundaychallenges.blogspot.com/

http://cardsgalorechallenges.blogspot.com/

https://pinkgemchallengeblog.blogspot.com/

https://mixitupchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://incywincydesigns.blogspot.com/

https://aaabirthday.blogspot.com/

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  

https://avenue613.blogspot.com/ 

http://creativecrafterschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://creataliciouschallenges.blogspot.com/

https://cdsundaychallenge.blogspot.com/

https://craftygalscornerchallenges.blogspot.com/

http://wordartwednesday.blogspot.com/

https://crafterscafeblogchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://alessandrasangels.blogspot.com/

The Fairy and the Flower by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Hello friends!  Hope you are well.  It's hard to believe that it's been a little over two months since I had a total knee replacement surgery.  Time sure flies!

The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog's theme this week is:

EMBOSSING 

(Wet or dry)

For my DT card, I used a lovely image called The Fairy and the Flower by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps.  I coloured her with Copic markers, and I applied clear Wink of Stella (by Zig) to her wings.  The flowers are handmade.  Here is my card:

There is more wonderful inspiration by the other Design Team members here.  If you have some free time, why not join our challenge?  There are some fabulous prizes to be won.

The Paper Shelter has a Facebook group called The Paper Shelter Fan Group.

That's all from me for this post.  Take good care of yourselves, and thank you for visiting.  Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used  

Embossing Folder:  Nellie's Choice "Leaves and Flowers" Slimline 

Sentiment:  Lili of the Valley clear stamps

Flowers:     EK Success "Retro" punches ( small and medium)

Challenges Entered 

https://creativefingerschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

http://paperfundaychallenges.blogspot.com/

http://pearlysparkleschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://theoutlawzchallenges-monday.blogspot.com/

http://dragonflydreamschallenges.blogspot.com/

https://kraftychickschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://hereisaplacetostart.blogspot.com/

http://lilpatchofcraftyfriends.blogspot.com/

http://wordartwednesday.blogspot.com/

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/

 

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  

Hammock Days by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Hello friends! Welcome to my Design Team post for the new challenge (#601) on The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog which begins today.  This week's theme is

SUMMER ACTIVITIES 

There are so many wonderful and fun summer activities.  Personally, I like to relax, read a good book, and have a delicious margarita, or two!  I found the perfect image for my slimline card called Hammock Days by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps.  This young lady certainly has the right idea as far as I am concerned!  

As usual, I coloured her with Copic markers and I drew a relaxing background for her.  Now she is all set.  

The Paper Shelter has a Facebook group called The Paper Shelter Fan Group.  This group has some great inspiration.  For more inspiration, stop by The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog.  You will see more amazing inspiration by the other Design Team members.  While there, why not join our challenge?  There are some lovely images to be won.  Check out the new prize details as of June 2024:

Take good care of yourselves, and have a happy day.  Hugs, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used  

Paper:         Whimsy Stamps "Flower Puffs" slimline paper pack

Sentiment:  Computer generated

Bow:           Unknown

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.)

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://craftygalscornerchallenges.blogspot.com/

https://giveacrafteracookie.blogspot.com/

http://inkspirationalchallenges.blogspot.com/

https://mirtillamente-challenge.blogspot.com/

https://outlawzchallenges.blogspot.com/

http://paperfundaychallenges.blogspot.com/

http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.com/

https://promarkerchallenge.blogspot.com/

http://wordartwednesday.blogspot.com/

The Music Practice by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Hello friends!  Today, a new challenge begins on The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog.  This week's theme is a wonderful one:  

SPRING COLOURS 

Spring is my favourite season because both of my awesome sons were born in the spring.  And, since spring is the season when the world revives after the cold winter months, I very much look forward to spring.

I chose the darling image called The Music Practice by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps because it reminded me of how much I enjoy listening to the little birds singing outside my window.

I coloured this little lady with Copic markers.  The flowers are handmade and also coloured with Copic markers.  I added 3-D foam under the petals of each flower to add some dimension and some enamel dots to the centers.

If you would like more inspiration by the other design team members, please see here.  If you join our challenge, you may win some lovely images.  

Also, there is a Facebook group called The Paper Shelter Fan Group for even more inspiration.

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

Resources and Tools Used  

Border:        Joy Crafts 6002/0149 die
Flowers:      EK Success "Retro" punch, and Heartfelt Creations "Classic Rose" die
Sentiment:  Computer generated and raised to 3-D foam

Challenges Entered  

https://avenue613.blogspot.com/

https://morgansartworld.blogspot.com/

https://cardsgalorechallenges.blogspot.com/2024/

https://sheepski-designs-challenges.blogspot.com/

https://carabbiemomentsofcraft.blogspot.com/

 

 

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 

https://craftingfromtheheartchallengeblog.blogspot.com/ 

https://thecraftyaddicts.blogspot.com/

https://mirtillamente-challenge.blogspot.com/

https://cardsgalorechallenges.blogspot.com/2024/

http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.com/

https://pattiescreationschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://avenue613.blogspot.com/

Shopping Girl by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Happy New Year, friends!  Welcome to my first post for The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog for 2024.  I hope you all had a wonderful holiday.  Both design teams for The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog have been on break.  Today begins Team A's first challenge of the year (#579) for The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog.  The theme is:

ALL THINGS NEW 

I chose the lovely Shopping Girl image by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps because who doesn't like shopping for new clothes and shoes, right?  

I coloured this little lady with my Copic markers.  If you would like to see more inspiration by the other design team members, please look here.  And, while there, why not join in the fun?  There are always some wonderful images to be won.

Thank you for visiting.  Have a happy day and, again, happy new year.  Hugs, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used  

Sentiment:  Computer generated and backed with Spellbinders "Classic Scalloped Circles Large" dies
Stickers:      EK Success Sticko 3-D stickers

Challenges Entered  

https://hereisaplacetostart.blogspot.com/

https://creativefingerschallengeblog.blogspot.com/

http://creativeknockouts.blogspot.com/2024/01/

https://traumfabrik-challenge.blogspot.com/

https://mirtillamente-challenge.blogspot.com/

https://morgansartworld.blogspot.com/

https://outlawzchallenges.blogspot.com/

http://paperfundaychallenges.blogspot.com/

http://pathofpositivitychallenge.blogspot.com/

http://wordartwednesday.blogspot.com/

https://aaabirthday.blogspot.com/

https://papercraft-challenges.blogspot.com/

https://lovetocraftchallengeblog.blogspot.com/

http://mytimetocraftchallenge.blogspot.com/  (new patterned paper pad)

Hush, Let Her Sleep! by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps

Greetings, dear friends!  A new challenge starts today on The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog.  This week's theme is:

ALL ABOUT FAMILY 

(Anything for a family member)

I chose the sweet Hush, Let Her Sleep! by The Paper Shelter Digital Stamps.  These little owls are so adorable.  Here is my DT card:

The little owls were coloured with my Copic markers. I added some Sticko stickers at the corners.  Finally, I added some handmade flowers on the leaf border.For some more amazing inspiration by the other Design Team members, please visit The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog.  If you join our challenge, you may win some beautiful images.  So, what are you waiting for?  LOL

TPS also as a Facebook group called Friends Who Like The Paper Shelter.

Thank you very much for visiting.  I truly appreciate it.  In the meantime, take good care of yourselves.  Hugs, Lori xx

Resources and Tools Used  

Leaf border:  Pretty Pink Posh "Stitched Leafy Borders" dies

Flowers:        EK Success "Retro" punch (medium)

Sentiment:     Computer generated

Stickers:        EK Success "Sticko" stickers

Challenges Entered  

http://craftyanimals.blogspot.com/  (owls are considered animals, according to the Internet)

http://creativecrafterschallenge.blogspot.com/

https://digichoosday.blogspot.com/

https://classicdesignchallenge.blogspot.com/

https://2craftycrittercrazies.blogspot.com/

http://cutiepiechallenge.blogspot.com/

http://fabnfunkychallenges.blogspot.com/

http://paperfundaychallenges.blogspot.com/

http://welove2create.blogspot.com/

http://wordartwednesday.blogspot.com/

https://worldwidecrafterscoloristschallenge.blogspot.com/