Daffodil Ellie

Happy February!

Can you believe it's already February? It's time for a new challenge over at The Paper Nest Dolls Challenge Blog! As always, the theme is "Anything Goes".  I know Valentine's Day is on the way, but for this project, I thought I'd make a flowery spring card using the beautiful "Daffodil Ellie" which is also available as a digital stamp! I hope that you like my creation.

I colored the image with my copic markers and paired her with some pretty designer cardstock from Echo Park's "Spring" Collection. I also added some die cuts by Cottage Cutz as well as some Nuvo Crystal & Jewel Drops.

Thank you for stopping by! I look forward to seeing your creations this month. Be sure to check out all the adorable images that Christine has to offer over at Paper Nest Dolls Online Store! Have a great day!

Avery with Coffee

Hello everyone!

I'm here to share my next inspiration for The Paper Nest Dolls Challenge! I've used "Avery with Coffee" on my project today, which is also available in digi. I hope that you like it!

I colored the image with my copics as usual. I layered her on some pretty designer cardstock  by Echo Park Paper from one their newest fall lines using glue dots. I distressed the edges of the papers and added some pom pom lace trim. Lastly, I added a sentiment from another set to finish off the card.

Thank you for stopping by! I hope to see many of your creations entered into our challenge. Don't forget to check out all the images that Christine has to offer in the shop! Have a great day/night!

Scan 0132 Ella Bella Buttons Garden

Happy Satuday My Besties Fans!

I'm here to share with you my newest creation for Scrapbook Stamp Society using "Scan032 Ella Bella Buttons Garden" Digital Stamp from the shop! I hope that you like what I've created with her. I went for a Fall theme since it's definitely getting chilly in the mornings in my area over in Oregon!

I colored the image with my copic markers and used some pretty fall patterned paper by Echo Park Paper and Lawn Fawn. I layered the papers using glue dots and glue pop dots for added dimension. I cut the image out using a "Scalloped Circles" Die by CC Designs. The brown circle was free hand with some fiskars scissors. I added some paper flowers from Wild Orchid Crafts/I am Roses, some washi tape and glitter enamel dots by Doodlebug Design to embellish the card. For the final touch, I inked the edges in Distress Ink "Vintage Photo" and added a sentiment from Stamping Bella's "Patricia Loves Pumpkins" Stamp Set.

Thank you for stopping by today! Feel free to leave some comments if you wish. You can also check out my post over on the Scrapbook Stamp Society Blog. Have a great weekend!

Tea Party Ellie

Hello Crafty Friends!

I'm here to share with you some inspiration for the Paper Nest Dolls Challenge this month using "Tea Party Ellie" which is also available in digi! I hope that it inspires you to make some creations of your own to enter into the challenge. Before I share my card, here are the rules for the challenge, which can also be found on the sidebar of the blog link I've provided above:

Challenge Rules

1.) Challenges are now run monthly from Monday to Monday. Winners are announced with the start of each new challenge.

2.) Paper Nest images are NOT required to enter the challenge. If there is a special prize being offered the rules listed for that challenge

3.) You can create ANY project for each challenge.

4.) There is a maximum of 2 entries per person

5.) No back linking! Only projects posted during the duration of the challenge may be submitted

6.) We reserve the right to remove any challenge entries that do not meet the challenge guidelines.

7.) Overall winner will have a choice of 2 images from the shope but if you use a Paper Nest Doll, then you will have your choice of 3 images.

The top picks will have their choice of 1 image

To claim your prize email papernest.challenges@gmail.com and in the subject please indicate that you are the overall winner and for which month. You have 2 weeks to claim your prize

8.) Have fun!

I colored the image with my copic markers as usual. I cut the image out using a die from my stash by CC Designs from their "Scalloped Ovals" Die Set. I then inked the edges in Distress Ink "Shaded Lilac" and "Wilted Violet". The patterned paper I used is from Echo Park Paper's "Once Upon a Time" Princess line. I added some Nuvo Jewel & Glitter Dots in several colors for the final touch.

Thank you for stopping by today! Feel free to leave some comments for me if you wish. Also, be sure to check out all the adorable images available at the Paper Nest Dolls Online Store and Digi Shop!

Warm Day Anna

Happy Autumn!

Wow, it's October already! This month just snuck up on me. The summer weather has definitely gone for the most part here in Oregon. Anyway, I'm here to share my creation for the new release at Little Blue Button Stamps using "Warm Day Anna" Digital Stamp ! I hope that you like what I've created with it.

I colored the image with my copic markers and fussy cut the image. I layered the image on top of some pretty fall paper by Echo Park from their "A Perfect Autumn" collection. For the final touch, I added paper flowers and lace from my stash.

Thank you for stopping by! Feel free to leave some comments if you like =) . Have a great day!

Sip Tea

Hello Little Blue Button Fans!

I'm here today to share with you my latest creation using the beautiful image called "Sip Tea" from the Little Blue Button Stamps Online Store! I hope that it inspires you to make some creations of your own.

I decided to go for a sort of fall theme with this one. I colored her up in my copic markers as sual and framed her using a die by C.C. Designs Called "Make a Card: Spring" from my stash. I added some pretty patterned from one of Echo Park Paper's new collections. I inked the edges with Distress Ink "Vintage Photo" and added some Nuvo Dots for the final touch.

Thank you for stopping by! Feel free to leave some comments if you like on today's project. You can also see my post over on the Little Blue Button Stamps Blog. Have a wonderful day!

Let's Go!

Hello Everyone!

It's my turn for the inspiration post this month. I used the super fun image from the Little Blue Button Stamps Online Store called "Let's Go" ! I hope you like what I've created with her =) .

I colored the image with my copics and die cut a frame around her using a die from my stash. Then, I created a blue glittery background around her using some Spectrum Sparkle Pens. I added some summery patterned paper from Echo Park's "Summer Party" line and glitter enamel dots by Doodlebug Design also from my stash. The angle of the image was totally by accident as my image moved in the machine while die cutting, but it really makes her look like she's taking off--lol! 

Copic Colors Used

Skin- E000, E00, E21, E11, E04 and R20

Hair- Y21, YR23, E15, E18

Shirt- R32, R35, R37, R39

Hair piece, Shirt tie and Luggage Decorations- B60, B63, B66, B69

Pants- YG01, YG13, YG06, YG17

Eyes & Black on Luggage- W9

Luggage Case- E55- E57, E59

Thank you for stopping by! You can find my post over on the Little Blue Button Stamps Blog too, if you're interested. I hope that I've inspired you to make some creations of your own! Don't be shy--be sure to share with us in the Little Blue Button Stamps Fan Group on Facebook! Have a great day!

Mermaid with Sea Turtle

Hello crafty friends!

Today starts a new challenge at The Paper Nest Dolls! I am using "Mermaid with Sea Turtle" for my card today because it's such a fun and beautiful image. She is also available as a Digital Stamp. I hope you like my creation! Here are some details about the challenge which can also be found on the Challenge blog: 

We have changed the way we will be awarding prizes from now on, and there will only be one prize for the overall winner.  The top 3 will still be named and will still have the honor of displaying the Top 3 winner badge on their blog.  From now on, the overall winner will win a Paper Nest Dolls digital image!  So, if you are the overall winner, be sure to send a message to papernest.challenges@gmail.com with your choice of image and indicate in the subject line that you are the Monthly Winner.  
Remember, the challenge here is always Anything Goes :)

I colored the image as usual and trimmed with my Tim Holtz/Tonic Studios Scissors. I used some dies from my stash to cut out the scalloped circles (CC Designs) and seashell border (La-La Land Crafts). The cardstock base is made by Bazzill Basics Paper manufactured by American Crafts. The patterned paper is from Echo Park Paper's "Let's Be Mermaids" 6" x 6" Paper Pad. The embellishments are from my stash, I can't recall the brand. 

Copic Color Combos Used

Skin- E000, E00, E21, E11, E04 ; R20 for cheeks and W9 for eyes
Hair- E71, E74, E77, E79
Shell top- BV000, BV02, BV13, BV08
Tail- RV02, RV04, RV06, RV09
Turtle- YG11, YG06, YG17
Starfish- Y35, Y38
Sand- E53, E55, E57
Coral- E21

Thank you for stopping by today! Feel free to leave some comments, they are much appreciated! Head over to the Online Store and Digi Shop to check out all the adorable images Christine has to offer! Have a great day!

Mermaid Ellie with Seahorse

Hello everyone! 

I hope that you're all doing well. I'm with you today to share some inspiration using the super adorable "Mermaid Ellie with Seahorse" image. You can find it in the store HERE and also available as a digital stamp HERE. I personally prefer rubber stamps myself. Anyway, I hope you like what I've created with her!

I colored the image with my copic markers. The bubbles are colored with Spectrum Noir Sparkle Pens. I layered her on top of some mermaid paper by Echo Park Paper Co. from my stash and also added seashell washi tape by Doodlebug Design. I also framed her in some die cuts from my stash,

Thanks for stopping by! Don't forget to enter your card in this month's challenge, there'sa day left now!

Miss Lilly Mermaid

Happy Friday!

It's time for my inspiration post for Little Blue Button Stamps on the blog today! I used the adorable image called "Miss Lilly Mermaid". I hope you like my creation!

I colored the image with my copic markers and layered her on top of some pretty mermaid themed paper by Echo Park Paper Co. Lastly, I added some glitter enamel dots called "Magical Pastel" by Your Next Stamp for the final touch.

Thank you for stopping by today! For more photos and details, check out my post on the Little Blue Button Stamps Blog. Have a wonderful weekend!

Spike and Anna Having Coffee

Hello everyone!

It's time for the July Release at Little Blue Button Stamps! I'm using "Spike and Anna Having Coffee" Digital Stamp on my card today. I hope you like it!

I colored the image as usual with my copics. I cut the image out with a Lawn Fawn Dotted Rectangle Stackable Die from my stash and layered on top of some of Doodlebug Designs "Puppy Love" 6" x 6" Paper. I added some enamel dots by Doodlebug as well and a few from Echo Park Paper's "Summer Party" paper line. The edges were inked with Distress Ink "Vintage Photo" using a Mini Ink Blender.

Copic Color Combos

Skin- E000, E00, E21, E11, E04 and R20

Jacket- RV91, RV93, RV95, RV99 

Belt, Dress, Buttons and Spike's Collar- B21, B24, B28

Boots & Spike's Nose- T5, T7, T9

Coffee cup- E50, E53, E55, E57

Spike- E53, E55, E57

Ears & Tongue- RV34, RV42

Thank you for stopping by! Feel free to leave some comments if you like and check out the entire new release at Little Blue Button Stamps Online Store! Have a great weekend!

Scan0059

Good Morning Friends!

I am here to share with you my project for Sherri Baldy My Besties for the Scrapbook Stamp Society Design Team! I used one of the Twinkle Trolls called "Scan0059". I hope you like what I've created!

I colored the image with my copic markers as usual. The die cut around her is made by Spellbinders.The other die cuts are from my stash. The paper is from Echo Park Paper's "Dots & Stripes: Summer" 6" x 6" Paper Pad. The flowers were made with a stencil and some Nuvo Mousse. The dots I made with Nuvo's Jewel Drops! Aren't they the coolest?!

Copic Color Combos

Skin- E000, E00, E21, E11, E04 and R20

Hair- B32, B24, B28 and FV2

Flowers- RV63, RV66, RV69 and Y02, Y15, Y17, Y19, E15, E18

Shirt- R81, R83, R85, R89

Leaf Skirt- YG11, YG03, YG06, YG17

Thank you for visiting my blog today! You can also see my post over on the SSS Blog! Feel free to leave some comments and check back soon for more creations! Have a great Saturday!

Farmer Girl Watering Plants

Happy Friday Crafters!

I am here to share with you my last card for the May Release at Craftin' Desert Diva's using a few of the new releases including "Farmer Girl Watering Plants" Digital Stamp! I hope you like my creation.

I colored the image with my copic markers as usual. The patterned paper is by Echo Park Paper from their "Spring" collection that was released last year. I distressed the edges with Distress Ink in "Abandoned Coral" Oxide Ink. I distressed the edges of the flower pot from the "Garden Accessories" Die Set and the dirt border in Distress Ink "Vintage Photo". I also added the "Cactus" Die to the "Garden border" Die Set. Lastly I added a sentiment from the "Sending Sunshine" Digital Stamp and added some glitter enamel dots by Doodlebug Design.

Copic Color Combos

Skin- E000, E00, E21, E11,E04 and R20

Hair- E50, E53, E55, E57, E59

Hat- R32, R35, R29, R59

Overalls- B000, B01, B02, B05 and V12, V15, V09

Shirt- YG03, YG06, YG11

Boots- Y02, Y15, Y35, Y38, E15, E19

Watering Can- T3, T5, T7, T9 and W4, W6, W8, W10

Thank you so much for stopping by! I hope you liked today's project--feel free to leave some comments if you like. Be sure to check out the entire new release in the shop! There are 32 products in the release! Check out all the new releases HERE! Have a great weekend!

Guest Designer: "Emma with Gift"

Hello friends!

I am here as a Guest Designer for The Paper Nest Dolls Creative Team for May! As you may know, I am currently designing for the Challenge Team, but Christine gave me the opportunity to guest -- so thank you Christine! Anyway, for the project today, I used "Emma with Gift" which is available in both rubber and digi. I hope you like my project!

I colored the image with my copic markers as usual. I cut the ovals around her with C.C. Designs "Ovals #1" Die Set as well as the "Make A Card #14" Die Set. I inked all of the elements with Distress Ink in "Vintage Photo". I added a few small roses from Wild Orchid Crafts and the pretty patterned paper is from Echo Park's "Party Time" 6" x 6" Pad. Lastly, I used Nuvo Jewel Drops and Glow in the Dark drops for the bottom border. 

Copic Color Combos:

Skin- E000, E00, E21, E11, E04 and R20

Eyes- W9

Hair- Y21, YR23, E15, E18

Dress- BG01, BG05, BG09 and Y02, Y15, Y17

Gift- R81, R83, R85, R89; V12, V15, V09 and Y02, Y15, Y17

Sock Bows- V12, V15, V09

Shoes- W5, W7, W10

Thank you for stopping by! I hope you like my project and leave some comments if you like. Have a great Mother's Day weekend!