The Paper Players – PP444 – A Theme Challenge from Ann

by ElizStewart // June 2, 2019 // 3 Comments

This week at The Paper Players, we have a theme challenge recreating SUMMER VACATION. I am a big believer in staycations. Lying in a hammock in my backyard, reading a good book, my dog nearby, and the iced tea cold and perspiring...is my idea of the perfect summer day. Continue reading →

The Paper Players – PP443 – A Sketch Challenge from LeAnne

by ElizStewart // May 30, 2019 // 2 Comments

This week at The Paper Players, we are working with a layered sketch with 3 focal points. I LOVED Jaydee's inspiration card beyond words. I had to find (!) and incorporate diamond patterned paper. My focal points are 3 Altenew blooms in coordinating soft pinks. Continue reading →

The Paper Players – PP442 – A Clean-and-Simple Challenge from Laurie

by ElizStewart // May 24, 2019 // No Comments

We have a CAS challenge over at the Paper Players this week...focusing on the theme of PLANTS. I used a wonderful greenery border set from Pinkfresh Studio. My card is one-layer, simply stamped and copic colored. Continue reading →

The Paper Players – PP437 – A Color Challenge from Ann

by ElizStewart // April 18, 2019 // 4 Comments

This week, at The Paper Players, we are working with the color scheme: YELLOW, LIGHT BLUE, LIGHT ORANGE. I used a new set from Lawn Fawn, RUB-A-DUB-DUB. Continue reading →

The Paper Players PP435 – A Tic-Tac-Toe Challenge from Laurie

by ElizStewart // April 4, 2019 // 3 Comments

We are working with a TicTacToe grid this week at The Paper Players. I chose to work with the first column: DIE CUT, ENAMEL DOTS, EASTER, but realized when the card was done that I also satisfied the top row! DIE CUT, WASHI TAPE and PATTERNED PAPER. Continue reading →

The Paper Players – PP433 – CAS Challenge from Jaydee

by ElizStewart // March 18, 2019 // 3 Comments

This week at The Paper Players, we have CAS challenge making a one-layer card. Card base only! My favorite! I created a simple colored image from Stamping Bella. Continue reading →

The Paper Players – PP431: A Theme Challenge from Anne Marie

by ElizStewart // March 8, 2019 // 2 Comments

Over at The Paper Players this week, we have a theme challenge sponsored by Anne Marie. We are creating cards incorporating the theme "SPRING FEVER". Continue reading →

The Paper Players – PP430 – A Sketch Challenge from Ann

by ElizStewart // March 1, 2019 // 3 Comments

This week at The Paper Players, we are working with a sketch from the lovely Ann. My strong suit is not layering but I always try...this is what I love about challenges, moving me out of my comfort zone. Continue reading →

The Paper Players – PP429 – A Clean-and-Simple Challenge from LeAnne

by ElizStewart // February 21, 2019 // 2 Comments

The week at the Paper Players, we have a monochromatic CAS challenge; we are creating cards with shades of the same color. My color is red. Continue reading →

The Paper Players – PP428 – A Color Challenge from Laurie and Color Throwdown #530

by ElizStewart // February 14, 2019 // 3 Comments

I am actually combining two color challenges. I never do that... but The Paper Players and Color Throwdown are using the same colors this week. Continue reading →

The Paper Players PP427 – A Theme Challenge from Joanne

by ElizStewart // February 8, 2019 // 1 Comment

The theme this week at The Paper Players is LOVE IS IN THE AIR. Don't laugh at my card... clearly you could smell this little critter coming! I know...a very puny valentine! Continue reading →

The Paper Players – PP426 – A Sketch Challenge from Jaydee

by ElizStewart // January 30, 2019 // 3 Comments

So I absolutely love Jaydee’s sketch this week at The Paper Players. We are working with a focal circle and a banner sentiment crossing the circle. Continue reading →

The Paper Players – PP425 – A Clean-and-Simple Challenge from Claire

by ElizStewart // January 22, 2019 // 10 Comments

This week at The Paper Players, Claire has chosen the theme: SNOWY DAYS. I created a monotone card with black silhouettes on a silver Stardream background, topped with embossing paste snowflakes. Continue reading →

The Paper Players – PP424 – A Color Challenge from Anne Marie

by ElizStewart // January 15, 2019 // 5 Comments

This week at The Paper Players, we are working with colors. Specifically, Grapefruit Grove (PEACH), Pool Party (BLUE GREEN), Daffodil Delight (YELLOW), plus one more color (KRAFT). I created a very simple card with pops of the key colors. The kraft wrapper is paper pieced. Continue reading →

The Paper Players PP423 – A Theme Challenge from Ann

by ElizStewart // January 8, 2019 // 3 Comments

The lovely Ann has chosen the theme this week at The Paper Players. We are creating cards around the theme "Crazy About Critters". I love critters. I am using a new Waffle Flower set which features a cat who closely resembles Garfield. Continue reading →

It is Week 2 so we have a Color Challenge over at The Paper Players. This week, our challenge host, Joanne, is asking us to create cards using the following colors: Real Red (RED), Shaded Spruce (GREEN) and any color of your choice (I used GOLD).

The Paper Players – PP422 – A Color Challenge from Joanne

by ElizStewart // December 8, 2018 // 6 Comments

It is Week 2 so we have a Color Challenge over at The Paper Players. This week, our challenge host, Joanne, is asking us to create cards using the following colors: Real Red (RED), Shaded Spruce (GREEN) and any color of your choice (I used GOLD). Continue reading →

The Paper Players – PP421 – A Theme Challenge from Jaydee

by ElizStewart // December 1, 2018 // 7 Comments

It is Week 1 so we have a Theme Challenge over at The Paper Players. This week, our challenge host, Jaydee, is asking us to create cards incorporating the theme "Its beginning to look a lot like Christmas". Continue reading →

The Paper Players – PP420 – A Sketch Challenge from Sandy

by ElizStewart // November 24, 2018 // 6 Comments

It is Week 4 so we have a Sketch Challenge over at The Paper Players. This week, our challenge host, Sandy, is asking us to create cards incorporating a small square with 2 small rectangles layered behind the focal square. Continue reading →

The Paper Players – PP418 – A Clean and Simple Challenge from LeAnne

The Paper Players – PP419 – A Clean and Simple Challenge from LeAnne

by ElizStewart // November 18, 2018 // 6 Comments

It is Week 3 so we have a Clean and Simple Challenge over at The Paper Players. This week, our challenge host, LeAnne, is asking us to create cards incorporating a sweet treat. Continue reading →

The Paper Players – PP418 – A Color Challenge from Laurie

by ElizStewart // November 11, 2018 // 5 Comments

It is week 2 so we have a Color Challenge over at The Paper Players. This week, our challenge host, Laurie, is asking us to create cards using the colors Poppy Parade, So Saffron and Smokey Slate. Use colors close to those in the photo if you don’t use Stampin’ Up ink. Continue reading →

The Paper Players – PP417 – A Theme Challenge from Claire

by ElizStewart // November 3, 2018 // 7 Comments

We have a Theme Challenge over at The Paper Players. This week, our challenge host, Claire, is asking us to create cards using the theme "Let Us Give Thanks". Halloween is over; I hope everyone had fun! Now we are onto Thanksgiving cards. Continue reading →

The Paper Players – PP416 – A Sketch Challenge from Anne Marie

by ElizStewart // October 28, 2018 // 5 Comments

It is week 3! We have a Sketch Challenge over at The Paper Players. This week, our challenge host, Anne Marie, is asking us to create cards using the sketch to the left: 2 layering rectangles, horizontal strip and central image. Continue reading →

The Paper Players – PP414 – A CAS Challenge from Joanne

The Paper Players – PP415 – A CAS Challenge from Joanne

by ElizStewart // October 21, 2018 // 9 Comments

It is week 2! We have a CAS Challenge over at The Paper Players. This week, our challenge host, Joanne, is asking us to create cards using APPLES. Remember CAS means clean and simple...lots of white space. Continue reading →

The Paper Players – PP414 – A Color Challenge from Jaydee

by ElizStewart // October 14, 2018 // 10 Comments

It is week 2 so we have a Color Challenge over at The Paper Players. This week, our challenge host, Jaydee, is asking us to create cards using the colors Crushed Curry, Cajun Craze, Very Vanilla and Mossy Meadow. Continue reading →