The Paper Shelter - Autumn Beauty

Good morning everyone!  We are starting a new challenge on the Paper Shelter Challenge Blog,  The theme this week is 'Make it Digital'. You do not need to use a digi from The Paper Shelter to enter the challenge, but those using an image from The Paper Shelter will be eligible to win a $30 gift certificate.  Any winner not using a Paper Shelter digi will win 3 digis of their choice. 

For my DT project, I decided to make a card using this beautiful digi called Autumn Beauty. You can find her, along with tons of other amazing images over at PaperShelter.com. 

The colors I used are: skin - E000, E00, E04, E11, E21 & E93; hair - YR14, YR18, E08 & E19; owls - Y21, E40, E42 & E43; leaves - Y21, Y26, Y28, BG45, BG49, YG93 & YG97. The image is printed on X-press paper.

Here is a closer look:

 For the card, I also used Bazzill cardstock, paper and die cuts from Doodlebug Designs, and lace.  Would you like to play along with our 'Make it Digital' challenge?  It's really easy...just head on over to the Paper Shelter Challenge Blog to see all of the rules. You can also check out the amazing DT inspiration projects by my fellow DT members.  I do hope you'll join us!  Thank you for taking a look.  Have a fabulous day!  I hope it's a crafty one:)

xx Bonnie

The Paper Shelter - French Brunch

Good morning everyone! 

I am so sorry for sharing my DT card with you a day late.  I have been laid up for days with a nasty migraine.  We are having awfully hot weather here (105 degree+ temps, with high humidity), and it really messes with me. 

 We are starting a new challenge on the Paper Shelter Challenge Blog,  The theme this week is 'Lots of Layers'. You do not need to use a digi from The Paper Shelter to enter the challenge, but those using an image from The Paper Shelter will be eligible to win a $30 gift certificate.  Any winner not using a Paper Shelter digi will win 3 digis of their choice. 

For my DT project, I decided to make a card using this beautiful digi called  French Brunch.  You can find her, along with tons of other amazing images over at PaperShelter.com. 

The colors I used are: skin - E000, E00, E04, E11, E21 & E93; hair - E11, E13, E15 & E18; hat/scarf - R11, R14 & R17; clothing - BG53 & BG57. The image is printed on X-press paper.

 For the card, I also used Bazzill cardstock, paper and embellishments from Prima, cheesecloth, and Wild Orchid flowers.  Would you like to play along with our 'Lots of Layers' challenge?  It's really easy...just head on over to the Paper Shelter Challenge Blog to see all of the rules. You can also check out the amazing DT inspiration projects by my fellow DT members.  I do hope you'll join us!  Thank you for taking a look.  Have a fabulous day!  I hope it's a crafty one:)

xx Bonnie

The Paper Shelter - Arabian Spell

Good morning everyone!  We are starting a new challenge on the Paper Shelter Challenge Blog,  The theme this week is 'Pearls, Gems or Enamel Dots'. You do not need to use a digi from The Paper Shelter to enter the challenge, but those using an image from The Paper Shelter will be eligible to win a $30 gift certificate.  Any winner not using a Paper Shelter digi will win 3 digis of their choice. 

For my DT project, I decided to make a card using this beautiful digi called Arabian Spell.  You can find her, along with tons of other amazing images over at PaperShelter.com. 

The colors I used are: skin - E000, E00, E04, E11, E21 & E93; hair - YR14, YR18, E08 & E19; clothes - R81, R83, R85, R89, YR04, YR07, Y32, Y35 & Y38. The image is printed on X-press paper.

Here is a closer look:

 For the card, I also used Bazzill cardstock, paper from my stash, and bling.  Would you like to play along with our 'Pearls, Gems or Enamel Dots' challenge?  It's really easy...just head on over to the Paper Shelter Challenge Blog to see all of the rules. You can also check out the amazing DT inspiration projects by my fellow DT members.  I do hope you'll join us!  Thank you for taking a look.  Have a fabulous day!  I hope it's a crafty one:)

xx Bonnie

The Paper Shelter - Coconut

Good morning everyone!  We are starting a new challenge on the Paper Shelter Challenge Blog,  The theme this week is 'Blooming Times'. You do not need to use a digi from The Paper Shelter to enter the challenge, but those using an image from The Paper Shelter will be eligible to win a $30 gift certificate.  Any winner not using a Paper Shelter digi will win 3 digis of their choice. 

For my DT project, I decided to make a card using this new digi Coconut.  You can find her, along with tons of other amazing images over at PaperShelter.com. 

The colors I used are: skin - E000, E00, E04, E11, E21 & E93; hair - YR24, E50. E51 & E53; baithing suit - YR61, YR65, YR68, RV13, RV14 & RV17. The image is printed on X-press paper.

Here is a closer look:

 For the card, I also used Bazzill cardstock, paper from Doodlebug Designs, Wild Orchid flowers, cheesecloth and Spellbinders dies.  I also chalked the edges. Would you like to play along with our 'Blooming Times' challenge?  It's really easy...just head on over to the Paper Shelter Challenge Blog to see all of the rules. You can also check out the amazing DT inspiration projects by my fellow DT members.  I do hope you'll join us!  Thank you for taking a look.  Have a fabulous day!  I hope it's a crafty one:)

xx Bonnie

The Paper Shelter - Zen-sational

Good morning everyone!  We are starting a new challenge on the Paper Shelter Challenge Blog,  This week both teams are joining in a 2 week challenge for our summer break.  We will not be commenting, but will have a challenge going on.  The theme is 'Anything Goes'. Easy, right? You do not need to use a digi from The Paper Shelter to enter the challenge, but those using an image from The Paper Shelter will be eligible to win a $30 gift certificate.  Any winner not using a Paper Shelter digi will win 3 digis of their choice. 

For my DT project, I decided to go out of my comfort zone and make a card with a dragon on it!  I've used the super fun digi Zen-sational. )  You can find this, along with tons of other amazing images over at PaperShelter.com. 

The colors I used are: skin - E000, E00, E11, E21, E93 & RV10; hair - E21, E23, E25 & E29; clothes/wings - YG03, YG17, YG21,& YG23; dragon - V01, V04, V05, V06, YR02, YR61 & YR68. The image is printed on X-press paper.

Here is a closer look:

 For the card, I also used Bazzill cardstock, handmade paper using Ken Oliver Crafts Color Burst, and cheesecloth.   Would you like to play along with our 'Anything Goes' challenge?  It's really easy...just head on over to the Paper Shelter Challenge Blog to see all of the rules. You can also check out the amazing DT inspiration projects by all of the DT members.  I do hope you'll join us!  Thank you for taking a look.  Have a fabulous day!  I hope it's a crafty one:)

xx Bonnie

The Paper Shelter - The Most Adorable Jellyfishes

Good morning everyone!  We are starting a new challenge on the Paper Shelter Challenge Blog,  The theme this week is 'Dies and/or Punches'. Easy, right? You do not need to use a digi from The Paper Shelter to enter the challenge, but those using an image from The Paper Shelter will be eligible to win a $30 gift certificate.  Any winner not using a Paper Shelter digi will win 3 digis of their choice. 

For my DT project, I decided to make a card using the super cute digi The Most Adorable Jellyfishes. I think their name says it all!  This was a bit of a challenge for me, as I typically try to stick with digis of girls.  I thought it would be fun tot try this though, especially since it is summer:)  You can find this, along with tons of other amazing images over at PaperShelter.com. 

The colors I used are: large jellyfish: YG00, YG03, YG21 & YG23; small jellyfish - YR000, YR00, YR61 & YR68; fishes V12, V15 & V17; water - B0000, BG0000 & BV0000. The image is printed on X-press paper.

Here is a closer look:

 For the card, I also used Bazzill cardstock, paper from Doodlebug Designs, Wild Orchid flowers, and Memory Box die.  I also chalked the edges. Would you like to play along with our 'DIes and/or Punches' challenge?  It's really easy...just head on over to the Paper Shelter Challenge Blog to see all of the rules. You can also check out the amazing DT inspiration projects by my fellow DT members.  I do hope you'll join us!  Thank you for taking a look.  Have a fabulous day!  I hope it's a crafty one:)

xx Bonnie

The Paper Shelter - Fun and Sun

Good morning everyone!  We are starting a new challenge on the Paper Shelter Challenge Blog,  The theme this week is 'Summer Birthday'. You do not need to use a digi from The Paper Shelter to enter the challenge, but those using an image from The Paper Shelter will be eligible to win a $30 gift certificate.  Any winner not using a Paper Shelter digi will win 3 digis of their choice. 

For my DT project, I decided to make a card using the stunning image Fun and Sun. I love that you can use soft colors like I did, or make her bright and beautiful too!    You can find this, along with tons of other amazing images over at PaperShelter.com. 

The colors I used are: skin - E000, E00, E11, E21, E93 & RV10; hair - R22, R24, R35, R46 & R59; bathing suit - BV000, BV00, BV01, BV02 & BV04; beach ball - BV000, BV00, BV01, BV02, BV04, BG10, BG11, BG23 & BG15; sand - E40, E42, E43 & E50; sky - BG0000 & V000. The image is printed on X-press paper.

Here is a closer look:

 For the card, I also used Bazzill cardstock, paper from my stash, Wild Orchid flowers, lace,  and cheesecloth. The sentiment is from a birthday set I purchased a few years ago, but can't recall where from.  I also chalked the edges. Would you like to play along with our 'Summer Birthday' challenge?  It's really easy...just head on over to the Paper Shelter Challenge Blog to see all of the rules. You can also check out the amazing DT inspiration projects by my fellow DT members.  I do hope you'll join us!  Thank you for taking a look.  Have a fabulous day!  I hope it's a crafty one:)

xx Bonnie

The Paper Shelter - Catharine

Good morning everyone!  We are starting a new challenge on the Paper Shelter Challenge Blog,  The theme this week is 'Tie a Bow'. You do not need to use a digi from The Paper Shelter to enter the challenge, but those using an image from The Paper Shelter will be eligible to win a $30 gift certificate.  Any winner not using a Paper Shelter digi will win 3 digis of their choice. 

For my DT project, I decided to make a card using the gorgeous new digi Catharine.  Have you seen her?  I just love her. You can find this, along with tons of other amazing images over at PaperShelter.com. 

The colors I used are: skin - E000, E00, E11, E21, E93 & RV10; hair - BV20, BV23, BV25, BV29 & 100; dress - BG53, BG57, YR02, YR61 & YR68.  I added frantage around the image. The image is printed on X-press paper.

Here is a closer look:

 For the card, I also used Bazzill cardstock, paper from Carta Bella, Wild Orchid flowers, ribbon,  Martha Stewart (leaf) punch.  I distressed and chalked the edges. Would you like to play along with our 'Tie a Bow' challenge?  It's really easy...just head on over to the Paper Shelter Challenge Blog to see all of the rules. You can also check out the amazing DT inspiration projects by my fellow DT members.  I do hope you'll join us!  Thank you for taking a look.  Have a fabulous day!  I hope it's a crafty one:)

xx Bonnie

The Paper Shelter - Your Love is out of This World

Good morning everyone!  We are starting a new challenge on the Paper Shelter Challenge Blog,  The theme this week is 'Make it Digital'. You do not need to use a digi from The Paper Shelter to enter the challenge, but those using an image from The Paper Shelter will be eligible to win a $30 gift certificate.  Any winner not using a Paper Shelter digi will win 3 digis of their choice. 

For my DT project, I decided to make a card using the fun digi Your Love is out of This World.  I used the colored version, as well as the background paper. I used Picmonkey to change it up a bit. What do you think?

 In Picmonkey, I also added the sentiment.  Once it was printed out, I matted it with Bazzill cardstock, added a ribbon, and mounted it all on white Bazzill cardstock. Not my usual method for making cards, but I really wanted to embrace the 'Make it Digital' theme.  Would you like to play along with our challenge?  It's really easy...just head on over to the Paper Shelter Challenge Blog to see all of the rules. You can also check out the amazing DT inspiration projects by my fellow DT members.  I do hope you'll join us!  Thank you for taking a look.  Have a fabulous day!  I hope it's a crafty one:)

xx Bonnie

The Paper Shelter - Art Deco Charm

Good morning everyone!  We are starting a new challenge on the Paper Shelter Challenge Blog,  The theme this week is 'Stitching - Faux or Real'. You do not need to use a digi from The Paper Shelter to enter the challenge, but those using an image from The Paper Shelter will be eligible to win a $30 gift certificate.  Any winner not using a Paper Shelter digi will win 3 digis of their choice. 

For my DT project, I decided to make a card using the beautiful new digi Art Deco Charm.  I love how elegant and classy this digi is.  You can find this, along with tons of other amazing images over at PaperShelter.com. 

The colors I used are: skin - E000, E00, E11, E21, E93 & RV10; hair - E95, E97 & E99; dress - RV93, RV95 & RV99; feathers - B0000, B000 & B00. The image is printed on X-press paper.

Here is a closer look:

Anyone who knows me, will tell you that I am not a sewer, lol! I can sew a button, but that is about it,  And even then, it's nothing I am proud of! Yikes!  Maybe a new hobby one day?  I used Faux stitching on mine.  I love the Stitched Square die by Lawn Fawn.  Looks so much better than any stitching I could ever do. 

 For the card, I also used Bazzill cardstock, paper from my stash, Wild Orchid flowers, ribbon,  and lace. Would you like to play along with our 'Stitching Faux or Real' challenge?  It's really easy...just head on over to the Paper Shelter Challenge Blog to see all of the rules. You can also check out the amazing DT inspiration projects by my fellow DT members.  I do hope you'll join us!  Thank you for taking a look.  Have a fabulous day!  I hope it's a crafty one:)

xx Bonnie

The Paper Shelter - Adorable Dutch Girl

Good morning everyone!  We are starting a new challenge on the Paper Shelter Challenge Blog,  The theme this week is 'Flowers'. You do not need to use a digi from The Paper Shelter to enter the challenge, but those using an image from The Paper Shelter will be eligible to win a $30 gift certificate.  Any winner not using a Paper Shelter digi will win 3 digis of their choice. 

For my DT project, I decided to make a card using Adorable Dutch Girl   Aren't they beautiful?  You can find this, along with tons of other amazing images over at PaperShelter.com. 

Here is a closer look:

 For the card, I used Bazzill cardstock, paper from my stash, Wild Orchid flowers, ribbon,  and Memory Box die. Would you like to play along with our 'Flowers' challenge?  It's really easy...just head on over to the Paper Shelter Challenge Blog to see all of the rules. You can also check out the amazing DT inspiration projects by my fellow DT members.  I do hope you'll join us!  Thank you for taking a look.  Have a fabulous day!  I hope it's a crafty one:)

xx Bonnie

The Paper Shelter - The Glamorous Girls

Good morning everyone!  We are starting a new challenge on the Paper Shelter Challenge Blog,  The theme this week is 'Sentimental'. You do not need to use a digi from The Paper Shelter to enter the challenge, but those using an image from The Paper Shelter will be eligible to win a $30 gift certificate.  Any winner not using a Paper Shelter digi will win 3 digis of their choice. 

For my DT project, I decided to make a card using The Glamorous Girls. Aren't they beautiful?  You can find this, along with tons of other amazing images over at PaperShelter.com. 

The Copics I used are: girl 1: skin - E000, E00, E11, E21, E93 & R11; hair - R22, R24, R35, R46 & R59; dress - Y17, Y32 & Y38. Girl 2: skin - E000, E00, E11, E21, E93 & R11; hair - E21, E23, E25 & E29; clothes - BG11, BG15, BG23, Y17, RV13, RV14, R21 & R22.  The image is printed on x-press paper. 

 For the card, I used Bazzill cardstock, paper from my stash, Wild Orchid flowers, Bella Blvd. word stickers, and LaLa Land die. Would you like to play along with our 'Sentimental' challenge?  It's really easy...just head on over to the Paper Shelter Challenge Blog to see all of the rules. You can also check out the amazing DT inspiration projects by my fellow DT members.  I do hope you'll join us!  Thank you for taking a look.  Have a fabulous day!  I hope it's a crafty one:)

xx Bonnie

The Paper Shelter - Science!

Good morning everyone!  We are starting a new challenge on the Paper Shelter Challenge Blog,  The theme this week is 'Make it Digital'. You do not need to use a digi from The Paper Shelter to enter the challenge, but those using an image from The Paper Shelter will be eligible to win a $30 gift certificate.  Any winner not using a Paper Shelter digi will win 3 digis of their choice. 

For my DT project, I decided to make a card using Science!  I love the message this sends to young girls that they can do anything. You can find her, along with tons of other amazing images over at PaperShelter.com. 

The Copics I used are: skin - E000, E00, E11, E21, E93 & R11; hair - E08, E19, YR14 & YR18; jacket - V12, V15 & V17.  The image is printed on x-press paper. 

My digital elements are the image, as well as the background paper which is from The Paper Shelter, and included with this stamp. For the card, I used Bazzill cardstock, paper from Doodlebug Design, flowers, chipboard word from Make it Crafty, and LaLa Land die. Would you like to play along with our 'Make it Digital' challenge?  It's really easy...just head on over to the Paper Shelter Challenge Blog to see all of the rules. You can also check out the amazing DT inspiration projects by my fellow DT members.  I do hope you'll join us!  Thank you for taking a look.  Have a fabulous day!  I hope it's a crafty one:)

xx Bonnie

The Paper Shelter - Barber Shop

Good morning everyone!  We are starting a new challenge on the Paper Shelter Challenge Blog,  The theme this week is 'Circles, Dots and Stripes'. You do not need to use a digi from The Paper Shelter to enter the challenge, but those using an image from The Paper Shelter will be eligible to win a $30 gift certificate.  Any winner not using a Paper Shelter digi will win 3 digis of their choice. 

For my DT project, I decided to make a card using Barber Shop.  I love how sassy she is!  You can find her, along with tons of other amazing images over at PaperShelter.com. 

The Copics I used are: skin - E000, E00, E11, E21, E93 & R11; hair - E21, E23, E25 & E29; shirt - R32, R35, R37 & R39; pants - B91, B93 & B95; chair - C3, C5, C7, BG11, BG15 & BG23. The image is printed on x-press paper. 

For the card, I used Bazzill cardstock, and paper and stickers from Bella Blvd. Would you like to play along with our 'Circles, Dots and Stripes' challenge?  It's really easy...just head on over to the Paper Shelter Challenge Blog to see all of the rules. You can also check out the amazing DT inspiration projects by my fellow DT members.  I do hope you'll join us!  Thank you for taking a look.  Have a fabulous day!  I hope it's a crafty one:)

xx Bonnie

The Paper Shelter - Mad About Video Games

Good morning everyone!  We are starting a new challenge on the Paper Shelter Challenge Blog,  The theme this week is 'Boys Are Back in Town'. You do not need to use a digi from The Paper Shelter to enter the challenge, but those using an image from The Paper Shelter will be eligible to win a $30 gift certificate.  Any winner not using a Paper Shelter digi will win 3 digis of their choice. 

For my DT project, I decided to make a card using Mad About Video Games.  Love this little dude!  You can find him, along with tons of other amazing images over at PaperShelter.com. 

The Copics I used are: skin - E000, E00, E11, E21, E93 & R11; hair - E21, E23, E25 & E29; shirt - YR14, YR15 & YR18; pants - B91, B93 & B95; chair - YG45. YG25, YG23 & YG21. The image is printed on x-press paper. 

For the card, I used Bazzill cardstock, and paper and stickers from Bella Blvd. Would you like to play along with our 'Boys Are Back in Town' challenge?  It's really easy...just head on over to the Paper Shelter Challenge Blog to see all of the rules. You can also check out the amazing DT inspiration projects by my fellow DT members.  I do hope you'll join us!  Thank you for taking a look.  Have a fabulous day!  I hope it's a crafty one:)

xx Bonnie

The Paper Shelter - Victorian Beauty

Good morning everyone!  We are starting a new challenge on the Paper Shelter Challenge Blog,  The theme this week is 'For a Special Moment'. You do not need to use a digi from The Paper Shelter to enter the challenge, but those using an image from The Paper Shelter will be eligible to win a $30 gift certificate.  Any winner not using a Paper Shelter digi will win 3 digis of their choice. 

For my DT project, I decided to make a card using Victorian Beauty *Updated.  You can find her, along with tons of other amazing images over at PaperShelter.com. 

The Copics I used are: skin - E000, E00, E11, E21, E93 & R11; hair - YR23, YR24 & YR31; clothes - B00, B02, B05, R11, R12 & RV23.  The image is printed on x-press paper. 

For the card, I used Bazzill cardstock, paper from Queen & Co., Wild Orchid flowers, and Spellbinders dies. I hope you liker her!  Would you like to play along with our 'For a Special Moment' challenge?  It's really easy...just head on over to the Paper Shelter Challenge Blog to see all of the rules. You can also check out the amazing DT inspiration projects by my fellow DT members.  I do hope you'll join us!  Thank you for taking a look.  Have a fabulous day!  I hope it's a crafty one:)

xx Bonnie

The Paper Shelter - Urban and Modern

Good morning everyone!  We are starting a new challenge on the Paper Shelter Challenge Blog,  The theme this week is 'Make it Digital'.  Your project can include a digital stamp, digital paper and elements, or any combination of those. You do not need to use a digi from The Paper Shelter to enter the challenge, but those using an image from The Paper Shelter will be eligible to win a $30 gift certificate.  Any winner not using a Paper Shelter digi will win 3 digis of their choice. 

For my DT project, I decided to make a card using  Urban and Modern. He is so cute! You can find him, along with tons of other amazing images over at PaperShelter.com. 

The Copics I used are: skin - E000, E00, E11, E21, E93 & R11; pants - B91, B93, B95 & B97; shirt - G40 & G43; hat - YR14, YR16 & YR18.  The image is printed on x-press paper. 

For the card, I used Bazzill cardstock, paper and stickers from Bella Blvd., twine and Spellbinders dies. I hope you liker her!  Would you like to play along with our 'Make it Digital' challenge?  It's really easy...just head on over to the Paper Shelter Challenge Blog to see all of the rules. You can also check out the amazing DT inspiration projects by my fellow DT members.  I do hope you'll join us!  Thank you for taking a look.  Have a fabulous day!  I hope it's a crafty one:)

xx Bonnie

The Paper Shelter - So Chic!

Hi everyone!  We are starting a new challenge on the Paper Shelter Challenge Blog, and this week our theme is 'Lace and/or Ribbon'.  You do not need to use a digi from The Paper Shelter to enter the challenge, but those using an image from The Paper Shelter will be eligible to win a $30 gift certificate.  Any winner not using a Paper Shelter digi will win 3 digis of their choice.  I am using this beautiful digi So Chic!  

The Copics I used are:  

Boy: skin - E000, E00, E11, E21, E93 & R32;  hair - E21, E23, E25 & E29; dress - BG11, BG23, BG15 & BG23; ribbon - R21, R22 & R24; dog - E31 & W5; background - R00. The image is printed on x-press paper. 

For the card, I used Bazzill cardstock, Paper from Carte Bella, lace, ribbon, cheesecloth, and Wild Orchid flowers.   We invite you to play along with our 'Lace and/or Ribbon' challenge.  It's really easy...just head on over to the Paper Shelter Challenge Blog to see all of the rules. You can also check out the amazing DT inspiration projects by my fellow DT members.  I do hope you'll join us!  Thank you for taking a look.  Have a fabulous day!  I hope it's a crafty one:)

xx Bonnie