Meljen's Challenge #175 - Sketch

Happy Thursday everyone! :)  Are you ready for another fun Challenge? This week it's based on the sketch below.

For my card I used the super adorable "Strawberry Fairy" image. I used a promarkers for coloring.   The papers are 6x6 paper pad from Authentique - Carefree.  I took out my cuttlebug and used the leave die and scalloped flower from Die-Manics.  I used the Spellbinders Die for the Oval Circle and Oval Scalloped circle.  TFL!

Don't forget to head on over the Meljen's Challenge Blog and see what the rest of the team did and be sure to enter your project.

Paper Nest Dolls - Christmas In July Hop

Welcome to The Paper Nest Dolls' Christmas in July New Release Blog Hop!

Today the very talented and creative design team of The Paper Nest Dolls has put together this hop to share with you projects made using our 10 new holiday stamps!

Digital versions of these stamps regularly sell for $3.00 each, but from today through Tuesday July 30th you can get ALL 10 images for only $20 HERE in our shop!

For my card I used the "Toy Soldier Owen" image.  Isn't he a darling?  I colored him with promarkers.  The papers are from the 6x6 paper pad Basic Grey - Aspen Frost.  The flowers are from Prima.  TFL!

 

We couldn't host a blog hop without fun giveaways! One lucky winner will receive our entire set of new images, one lucky winner will receive a $25 gift certificate to our shop, and another lucky winner will receive the prize pack pictured below!

Christmas in July Prize Package!

Participants must comment on every stop of the hop and be a follower of our blog for a chance to win! We also encourage you to become a fan of our Facebook page!

Winners will be announced on Wednesday July 31st over at

 The Paper Nest Dolls blog!

This is your last stop.  You made it!!!  I hope you had fun and enjoyed the hop as much as we had fun putting it together. :)

Here's the complete lineup:

The Paper Nest Dolls

Ashley

Lori Ann

Michele

Valerie

Nikki

Jasmina

Lydia

Katrina

Kelly

Tina

Thanks so much for hopping with us! :)

PNDC#9 - Die Cuts

Here we are again, another Monday. :) This week we start off with a wonderful challenge from The Paper Nest Dolls Challenge Blog.  "Die Cuts"!  Time to get out and use your favorite die cuts.  One lucky winner will get this awesome prize pack.  Good Luck!!!

For my card I used the image "Raining Hearts".  She is super sweet and colored with promarkers.  The 6x6 papers are from the collection - Memorable by My Mind's Eye.  I used the die cut from Die-Namics to create my rose flower.  The larger flower is from Prima.  The button is from My Mind's Eye - Lost & Found.  The butterfly and gem in the center of the button are from the Dollar Store.  I used the Tim Holtz distresser.  I went distress crazy. LOL. TFL and happy crafting!

Don't forget to head on over to The Paper Nest Dolls Challenge Blog to read the rules and check out what the rest of the team did.

PNDC - Floral Frenzy

Can you believe another Monday is here?  That means another challenge is live at Paper Nest Dolls Challenge blog!  We have another exciting challenge for you......Floral Frenzy.  Time to get happy with flowers!!!!  One lucky winner will win this awesome prize.

For my card I used the super sweet image "Dandelion Wishes".  I chose this image because it brings back fond memories of when my son saw dandelions for the first time. :)  I colored using promarkers.  The papers are from Webster's Pages - 6x6 paper pad - Best friends.  I paper pierced the dress with the papers.  The butterfly is chipboard from the same set.  The flowers and leaves are from I Am Roses.  The gems are from Prima.  TFL!

Now head on over to the Paper Nest Dolls Challenge Blog to see the rules and while you are there take a look a what the rest of the team did.  Lots of beautiful inspiration.

PNDC#7 - Animal Love

Happy Monday Everyone!  It's time for another challenge at The Paper Nest Dolls Challenge Blog.  This one is super easy.  It's all about Animals.  Create a project featuring an animal.  Here is a picture of the prize....it's loaded with goodies.

For my card I used the adorable image "Teddy Girl".  She is colored using promarkers.  I've been asked what colors I use on my projects.  For the bear I used Chestnut, Burnt Orange and Ginger.  For the inner ears and bottom paws I used Antique Pink and Salmon Pink.  For the bow and heart I used Burgundy and Red.  I will try to do a tutorial on how to color using promarkers.  I will keep you posted.  The papers are from My Mind's Eye - 6x6 paper pad - On The Bright Side.  "Love" these papers.  The crystals are from Zva Creative and colored with promarkers.  The flowers are from I Am Roses.  The button is from My Mind's Eye.  The floss is from Jillibean Soup and last the lace ribbon is from Webster's Pages.  TLF!

 

Now head on over to The Paper Nest Dolls Challenge blog for the rules and while you are there look at what the rest of the team did.

PND Summer Release Blog Hop

Welcome to The Paper Nest Dolls' Summer Stamp Release Blog Hop!

Today the very talented and creative design team of The Paper Nest Dolls has put together this hop to share with you projects made using our 14 new stamps!

Top Row: All American Oliver, Angel Ellie, Bunny Love Avery, Dandelion Wishes, Diver Owen

Second Row: Dollhouse, Girl Talk

Third Row: Sparkler Ellie, Groovy Owen 

Bottom Row: Sailor Owen, Hammock Owen, Picnic Ellie, Farmer Owen, Bubble Fun Owen

Digital versions of these stamps regularly sell for $3.00 each, but from today through Tuesday June 25th you can get ALL 14 images for only $25 here in our shop! AND all rubber stamps are 20% off!

I made a card using the new Bubble Fun Owen stamp.  I used promarkers for coloring.  The papers are from the 6x6 Bundle - Loyal by Autentique.  I fussy cut the paisley paper to give an illusion of bubbles.  For the bubble effect I used Glossy Accents and then Diamond stickles.  The butterfly is from the Dollar Store.  TLF! And have fun with the rest of the hop!

 

We couldn't host a blog hop without fun giveaways! One lucky winner will receive our entire set of new images, one lucky winner will receive a $25 gift certificate to our shop, and another lucky winner will receive the summer prize pack pictured below!

Participants must comment on every stop of the hop and be a follower of our blog for a chance to win! We also encourage you to become a fan of our Facebook page!

Winners will be announced on Wednesday June 26th over at

 The Paper Nest Dolls blog!

You're next stop is Michele's blog

Here's the complete lineup:

The Paper Nest Dolls

Ashley

Valerie

Lydia

Nikki

Lori Ann

Kelly

Jasmina

Tina

Michele

Katrina

Ilene

Jane

Thanks so much for hopping with us! :)

PNDC #6 - Summer Lovin'

Happy Monday Everyone....

It's time for another challenge over at the Paper Nest Dolls Challenge Blog! The challenge is Summer Lovin'.  I don't know about you but here in Quebec, Canada summer is taking it's sweet time to get here.  We have had lots of rain.  With the rain came lots of flowers though.  I have always associated summer with sun and lots of flowers.  Which inspired me to go a little outside of the box and create something with flowers.  The lucky winner for the challenge will receive this batch of goodies!!!!

For my card I used the image "Hippie Chick Ellie".  Isn't she super cute?!?  I loved coloring her with promarkers.  The papers are from the 6x6 paper pad - My Mind's Eye - Mabel.  The little flowers are from I Am Roses and the super big one is from Prima.  TFL!

 

Now head on over to The Paper Nest Dolls Challenge and see what the rest of the team did and while you are there take a look at the rules on the sidebar.  Happy crafting!

Welcome to Avery's Sixth Birthday Blog Hop! We're so glad you could join us.

Avery is one of our dolls and she has just happened to have a birthday! In honor of her sixth birthday, the design team put together a hop to share projects made with the brand new "Avery's Birthday Surprise" stamp now available in both digital and rubber!

What a fun stamp! Avery was sure excited to see it. :)

Now onto my project for today...

For my card I used the 6x6 paper pad from Basic Grey - Olivia.

The image is colored with Promarkers. The gems are from Zva Creative but I cut out random swirls.  My sewing machine which has been collecting dust added some finishes touches in a zig zag pattern.  The sentiment is from my trusty canon printer.  TFL! And enjoy the hop! :)

 

 

And of course we have some super fun blog candy to thank those who come and hop with us!

To be eligible to win, you must comment on EVERY stop of the hop.

1 winner will receive this scrappy prize pack:

1 winner will receive a $25 gift certificate to our online shop:

And 13 winners (one from each hop stop) will win the Avery's Birthday Surprise digital stamp!

Blog hop winners will be announced at The Paper Nest Dolls blog on Tuesday June 11th.

You've now finished the Hop.  I hope you enjoyed the fun. 

The Paper Nest Dolls

Ashley

Michele

Nikki

Lydia

Jasmina

Valerie

Jane - Guest DT

Kate - Guest DT

Lori Ann

Kelly

Katrina

Tina

Happy Hopping! We also hope you join us again in two weeks for our SUMMER RELEASE BLOG HOP!

Paper Nest Dolls - Challenge #5 Ribbon / Lace

Happy Monday Everyone!
The Paper Nest Dolls Challenge Blog has another wonderful challenge....Ribbon and/or Lace.  Now who doesn't have ribbon or lace in their stash???  Time to get out your ribbon and lace :)  The challenge is now open until Friday, June 7.  Oh my look at the wonderful prize up for grabs....

For my card I used the "Bedtime Avery" image.  Look how adorable she is with the messy bed head. LOL.  I colored her with promarkers.  The papers are from the 6x6 paper pad My Mind's Eye - Lost & Found 3 - Oliver.  I paper pierced her bathrobe.  For the lace the blue didn't quite match so I used my promarker to color it another color.  You can do the same with copics.  TFL and have an awesome week!

Don't forget to head on over to The Paper Nest Dolls Challenge Blog to read the rules on the sidebar and check out what the rest of the team did.

Paper Nest Dolls - Challenge #4 Pearls

Hi Everyone, it's that time again.  Another challenge is up at Paper Nest Dolls Challenge Blog.  This time think Pearls.  Look at the goodies the prize winner will receive....

For my card I used the super sweet "Flower Basket Ellie" image.  She is colored with promarkers.  The papers are from This & That - Echo Park 12x12 paper pack. The flowers are from I Am Roses.  The butterfly is from Dollarama and I used Adirondack color wash to make it match the colors of the paper.  Last I used pearls from Prima.  TFL!

 

Now head on over to the Paper Nest Dolls challenge blog and look at what the rest of the team did and be sure to enter your project for a chance to win.

Meljen's Challenge 157 - Sketch Challenge

It's time for another challenge at Meljen's Challenge Blog! :)  This week's theme is to use this sketch.

 

For my card I used the super adorable "I Love You This Much" image.  I used a promarkers for coloring.  I chose this image because it reminded me of my DS and a game we used to play.  I would ask him how much do you love me and he would extend his arms and say I love you this much....which always led to me tickling him.  LOL.  The papers are 6x6 paper pad from Glitz - Pretty in Pink.  I used my brad marker which has been collecting dust for a while.  Lots of distressing.  TFL!!!

 

 

Now head on over the Meljen's Challenge Blog and see what the rest of the team did and be sure to enter your project.



PNDC#2 - Happy, Happy Birthday

Yey!!! What an amazing response to The Paper Nest Dolls first challenge!!!  We had 81 participants!!!! WHOO HOO!!!

Here is the basic information to participate in the challenges.

 

Challenges will be running biweekly, starting on Mondays, and ending the Friday the week AFTER the challenge starts. A complete list of challenge rules/guidelines can be found on the sidebar. It is NOT required to use a Paper Nest Dolls image on your entry, although we will have freebies available soon and encourage you to take a look around our shop.

This weeks challenge is Happy, Happy Birthday!!!

So get out all your party stash and create a birthday themed project.
Here is the awesome prize for the lucky winner.

 

 

For my card I used the image "Sweetheart Ellie". She is colored with Promarkers.  The papers are from Echo Park.  The flower and leaves are from I Am Roses.  The ribbon is from Stampin Up. TFL!

 

 

Meljen's Design Challenge #155 - Round & Round

YEY!  First I would like to say what an honor it is to be on Meljen's DT.  When I first started card making Melissa's images were the first I stumbled on.  Several years later they are still very much an inspiration to my crafting.

My first challenge as DT is Challenge #155 - Round and Round.  Use circles on your project.  You are required to use a Meljen's Design image to enter the challenge.  Entries that do not use a Meljen's Design will be deleted before the random draw.  You have one week to enter.

For my card I used two images.  "Little Layered Flowers Button Daisy" & "Little Layered Flowers Round Leaf".  The Button Daisy was colored with Promarkers & The Round Leaf was printed directly on patterned paper and cut out.  The papers are from the 6x6 paper pad Basic Grey - Sweet Threads.  The button in the center of the flower is from My Minds Eye.  The floss is from We R Memory Keepers.  The sentiment was done using my graphics software Corel and my trusty printer Canon.  TFL!

Be sure to visit Meljen's Design Challenge blog to see what the rest of the DT did and also to enter your project.  There is also a BOGO sale at the shop going on for the month of April celebrating three years as well as some chances to win some digis.

Paper Nest Dolls First Challenge - Anything Goes

Welcome to The Paper Nest Dolls Challenge Blog! The Paper Nest Dolls is an online shop featuring its own digital and rubber stamps, inspired by our designer's (Christine Young's) children. Christine owns a brick and mortar scrapbooking store in Florida, and decided to put her artistic skills to use and design her own stamps.

We will be running biweekly challenges, starting on Mondays, and ending the Friday the week AFTER the challenge starts. A complete list of challenge rules/guidelines can be found on our sidebar. It is NOT required to use a Paper Nest Dolls image on your entry, although we will have freebies available soon and encourage you to take a look around our shop.

Our first challenge is Anything Goes! You may link up any project as long as it was posted on your blog/gallery during the duration of the challenge.

Monday April 1st - Friday April 12th

The DT will choose their top three submissions for each challenge, and one randomly chosen winner will win our sponsored prize. This week Christine is sponsoring this lovely scrapbooking bundle from her store:

- "Sweet Girl" 6x6 Echo Park Paper Pad

- Prima Flowers

- My Mind's Eye "Collectable" Decorative Pins

- "Spring Fling" Bella Blvd. Flags

- Prima "Say It In Crystals" Sheet 

- Blue Flowers by The Paper Studio

 

For my card I used the image "Owen with Wooden Horse"

He is colored with Promarkers.

I used the 6x6 paper pad Note To Self from Echo Park.

The metal gears are from Tim Holtz "Idea-logy"

The floss for my tags are from We R Memory Keepers

 

 

TFL!  Be sure to check out The Paper Nest Dolls Challenge Blog to see what the rest of the team did as well as enter the First Challenge - Anything Goes.

Happy Crafting!!!

 

Sun Fun - Paper Nest Dolls

Happy Friday!  Today I'd like to share another adorable image from The Paper Nest Dolls.  Sun Fun.  She is colored with Promarkers.  The papers are from Bo Bunny - Barefoot & Bliss Collection 6x6 papers.  Aren't the waves just meant for this image.  There was a lot of fussy cutting here.  I couldn't resist getting out my Glossy Accents for the lens of the sunglasses.  TFL and have a wonderful Easter Weekend.  Be sure the check the blog daily to see all the cute images colored up and available.

Party Time Tuesday - Pastel (Paper Nest Dolls)

Paper Nest Dolls Is Sponsoring Party Time Tuesdays

Happy Tuesday everyone!

Today The Paper Nest Dolls is once again sponsoring Party Time Tuesdays! :) The challenge this week is Pastels. So get out your soft papers and start creating!  Enter your card or project using Pastel colors for the chance to win a prize. :)

For my card I used the super sweet image "Sleigh Ride Ellie" from The Paper Nest Dolls.  This was a special surprise from Christine for all of us who have had lots of snow this year.  I used promarkers for coloring. The papers are from Memory Box - Pixie - 6x6 paper pad. The flower is from Prima and the leaves are from I Am Roses.  TFL!

 

 

Remember enter your project at Party Time Tuesdays before Monday at midnight.

Paper Nest Dolls - Sunflower Ellie

Happy Monday Everyone!  I'd like to start the new week with a super cute image from The Paper Nest Dolls.  Sunflower Ellie.  She is colored with Promarkers.  The papers are by Memory Box - Valise 6x6 paper in Kraft.  The flowers and leaves are from I Am Roses.  The fence die cut is from Tim Holtz.  The butterfly is from the Dollar Store?  I made the brad from the paper collection and thought it was a nice way of creating the flower.  TFL and have a wonderful week.  Be sure to check out The Paper Nest Dolls facebook page daily as there are contests going on.

Paper Nest Dolls Is Sponsoring Party Time Tuesdays

Happy Tuesday everyone!
Today The Paper Nest Dolls is sponsoring Party Time Tuesdays! :)  The challenge this week is die-cuts.  Now how easy is that?  Enter your card or project using a die cut for the chance to win a prize.  :)

Here is my tag using a die-cut for the tag.  I used the super adorable image "My Little Brother" from The Paper Nest Dolls.  I used promarkers for coloring.  The papers are also from The Paper Nest Dolls Lost and Found 3 - Ruby - 6x6 paper pad.  The clock is actually from a dollar store.  TFL!  And remember enter your project before next Tuesday.

Paper Nest Dolls Contest!!!

The Paper Nest Dolls are having a contest !!! First place winner will receive a 5 piece set of Copic Markers and 2 digital stamps ( you choose marker colors and stamps ) First place winner will be chosen by our Design Team. Two other winners will be chosen at random and they will receive 2 free digital stamps. Badges will be given as well.

Contest :

Submit a card using a Paper Nest Doll stamp ( digital or rubber ) Anything goes ....no theme this time. We just want everyone to have fun and create something they love = )

... Contest starts today.....all entries MUST be received by midnight on Wednesday, March 13th. You may enter as many cards as you like. Winners will be announced Friday , March 15th at 5 pm EST.

Please submit all entries to :

thepapernest@yahoo.com
**** send BOTH a watermarked and non-watermarked version please. DT will be using a " blind " method of voting....only seeing the non watermarked versions....this is to keep things fair . They will be deleted immediately after voting ***

Subject line: Paper Nest Dolls - Anything goes contest !

Have a great time, we look forward to seeing all the great cards !

~ The Paper Nest Dolls

Paper Nest Dolls Stamp Release Party!!!

Paper Nest Dolls is having their first stamp release party!!!  They have decided to let everyone come to the stamp party tonight !!  Even if you can't go directly you will still be a big part of this event.  Everyone online will have the same special event pricing and a chance to win prizes!!!

The sale starts now and ends tonight at midnight.  Rubber Stamps are normally $7.99 each. However, today only they are:

$7.50 each if you buy 2
$7.00 if you buy 3 or more !!

ALSO.......If you spend $30 or more, they are giving FREE shipping ( in the US only )
*** in order to treat everyone fair , they will pay the first $5.95 towards the shipping on all out of the country orders !! ***

To place an order , simple email Paper Nest Dolls at: thepapernest@yahoo.com
and let them know what stamps you want...thats it!
They will send PayPal invoice for the sale prices , do NOT go on etsy but check out all the stamps here and send the list of your order to above email address only for this offer .

**** in addition , everyone that orders 3 stamps are more will have their name added to the store drawing basket!! It will be just like you are there. They will be doing drawings throughout the evening at the stamp party tonight. Prizes include: rubber stamps, digital stamps and gift certificates to the store. ***

I hope everyone is as excited as I am ! :) 

The Paper Nest Dolls Contest!!!!

Hello Everyone !!

Friday is The Paper Nest Dolls official stamp release party...YEY!!  This is exciting times!!! To celebrate, The Paper Nest Dolls have decided to give away one of their new rubber stamps....you choose. ( they are red rubber, deeply etched, cling mounted and pre-cut for you ) In order to participate you have to do a couple things...

#1 you must " Follow " our blog and
#2 you must post a comment to this posting that says what stamp you would like to have if you are chosen. Thats it!! How simple is that ??
Winner is chosen random ( random.org ) . Contest starts now and ends february 28th at midnight. The winner will be announced on The Paper Nest Dolls blog shortly after midnight, on march 1st.

Cant wait to see what everyones favorites are ! = )

Turning Three - Paper Nest Dolls

Happy Sunday everyone! Today is my first post as DT. First I would like to mention that we have a bunch of amazing talented ladies on the DT and I look forward to seeing each of their creations. Be sure to check out their blogs which you can find links on the right column.  I am also excited to making new acquaintances and getting to know you all.  Head on over to the Paper Nest Dolls Blog if you haven't already and be sure to follow us. 

Today's card is using the image "Turning Three". Isn't she adorable? She is colored with Promarkers. The papers are from Basic Grey - Konnichiwa 6x6. I used these papers to paper pierce the dress and balloons. I used quite a bit of die cuts on this card. Die-namics small scallop flowers to create my flowers. The leaves were done using the die cut from Stampin Up. The sentiment was used by Spellbinders (circle and scallop circle). And last I used the Tim Holtz distresser. TFL and have a wonderful day.

 

P.S. Right now you can get this image as well as many others for 20% off. You have until the end of March so be sure to grab these images ASAP. Be sure to enter "i love to color" to be able to get 20% off.

Meet The Team - The Paper Nest Dolls Team

It's with great pleasure I announce my acceptance to a brand new stamp line.

The Paper Nest Dolls.

 

Meet the team !!

 

The Paper Nest Dolls is proud to announce it has its first design team !! We had so many wonderful applicants, it made it a lot harder than I thought. We are looking forward to a lot of FUN!! We have girls from all over the world, so this is very exciting.

Here they are.............

Ilene Tell ( DT leader )
Tina Guigui
Lydia Walker
Nikki Adshead
Kelly Peters
Erika Selander
Ashley Klewin

Robin Jones Burmeister
Loriann Martinez
Olga Ishenko
Dawn Mercedes Barrett
Congrats ladies !!! = )

In the upcoming days I will link all the blogs to these amazing ladies as well as what to expect.  Happy crafting!!!

Avery With Canvas

Happy Weekend!!!  I am sure everyone is sooooo happy that the weekend is here.  More time to scrap :)  Here in Quebec it's been super cold. -40 with the wind factor. BRRRRRRRRR.  And they say February is our coldest month.  I hate to see what February brings.  On the plus side it's a good excuse to stay indoors and craft. :)

Today I have another awesome image from Paper Nest Dolls.  I used "Avery With Canvas" image.  She is colored with promarkers.  I love this image!  I went outside of my usual colors which is girly pinks and reds and came up with yellow, turq, orange and green.  The papers are from Bo Bunny - Hello Sunshine 6x6 pad.  I paper pierced the smock.  I also cut out one of the flowers and popped it.  TFL!

Avery With Heart

Hi everyone!
It's been a few weeks since I last posted. Things have been a little crazy around here.  I've been working on some new cards and in the next few days I will be making posts to share with you.  Today I would like to show you a new line of digi stamps from a new artist.  I saw this when I was checking out Design Team Calls.  Christine the artist for The Paper Nest Dolls is an artist to keep your eye on.  Her images are inspired by her children and you'll agree with me when I say they are Super Sweet!!!  They are exactly the type of images I use on my projects. Christine and her husband are also owners of a paper crafting store in Fort Myers, Florida named The Paper Nest.

For my card I used the image "Avery With Hearts".  How cute is she?!?!  She is colored with promarkers.  The papers are from Authentique - Carefree Collection 6x6.  I paper pierced her dress.  I created the flowers using the Die-namics - Mini Rolled Roses.  I also used the scallop and oval dies from Spellbinders.  I created the tickets and used a template die to cut them.  The leaves are from I Am Roses.  The gems are Garland Chandeliers from Magnolia.  The charm was in my stash and I have no recollection where they are from.  The ribbon is from Dollarama and colored with promarkers.  TFL! :)

And yes.........I did try out for the DT.  Crossing fingers!!!!  I will know first week of Feb.  I will keep you posted.