Anemone Flower Card - The Paper Shelter

Hi Everyone, are you ready ...

It is time for a new challenge at Paper Shelter

and the theme is For The Ladies.

I used the Flowers Digital Coloring Book for my card.

Techniques I used:

• Colour the Flowers Digital Coloring Book image using Copic Sketch Markers.
• De-Embossed the white cardstock with the Altenew Dotted Waves Cover Die.
• Die-cut white cardstock using the Altenew Picture Frame Die Set.
• Die-cut blue cardstock using the Scrap Dragon Thank You Die.
• Added splatters using the Altenew Metallic Watercolor 14 Pan Set. 

To finish I added some gems and Metallic Mustard Gold Nuvo Crystal Drops.

Our randomly chosen winner will win 6 Paper Shelter products of your choice if you have used a Paper Shelter product on your entry, or 3 Paper Shelter products of your choice if you have used another brand. You can enter the challenge up to 3 times, provided you have use a Paper Shelter product on at least one of them.

Make sure you go over to The Paper Shelter Shop and take a look at all the beautiful digital stamps.

Just in case you want to do a little shopping I have added the links below (they are affiliate links which means that I will receive a small portion of the sale at no extra cost to you). I truly appreciate your support of my card adventures!

If you like what you have seen from me, please give a follow over to, if you have not already:

My Personal blog here:

Anet's Crafting Blog

My Youtube here:

Anet's Crafting Youtube

My Instagram here:

anetvanzyl1 Instagram

My Facebook here:

Anet Van Zyl Facebook

Anet Van Zyl Card Creator Facebook

I would like to enter the following challenges:

Beautiful Blossoms Challenge Blog.  Theme:  Anything Floral Goes.

Passion For Markers Challenge Blog.  Theme:  Add a Sentiment.

Morgan's ArtWorld Challenge Blog.  Theme:  Anything Goes.

The Creative Crafters Challenge Blog.  Theme:  Anything Goes.

Mix It Up Challenge Blog.  Theme:  Anything Goes + Optional Layers.

The Neglected Stuff Challenge Blog.  Theme:  Anything Goes + Old Neglected Product (Scrap Dragon Thank You Die).

Triple B Challenge Blog.  Theme:  Anything Goes.

Make My Monday Challenge Blog.  Theme:  Use a Die or Punch.

Classic Design Challenge Blog.  Theme:  Anything Goes.

Thank you for visiting me, I always appreciate you taking the time to leave a lovely comment.

Anet x

Card Maker Success Summit - March 20-23, 2025

Hi Crafting Friend,

As I prepare for tomorrow's Card Maker Success Summit. I noticed we're still missing someone special - you! I wanted to send one final note to make sure you don't miss out on our creative gathering. Your Free ticket is still waiting for you:

 Secure Your Free Spot Here:

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My Link: Free Card Maker Success Summit

I truly appreciate your support of my card adventures!

Something exiting is happening tonight at 7 PM EDT - the folks over at Stamp Me some Love are hosting a special welcome celebration on their You Tube Channel! Join us as they share all the wonderful things planned for our summit and how to make the most of this experience.

 

For those who'd love to take their time exploring all our creative resources, remember that our VIP All Access Pass (currently just $59) includes: 

●     Immediate and ongoing access to all 50+ presentations ($2,000 value)

●     Card Project Workbook ($59 value)

●     Transcripts of all presentations ($250 value)

●     Invitation to a Virtual Crop via Zoom on August 10th. Seating is limited. ($60 value)

●     Premium bonus content from our speakers and sponsors, including free card and technique classes, and exclusive discounts to shop at your favourite card making brands. Check below for more details. ($900+ value)

This special pricing is only available until tonight, so if you're thinking about the VIP All Access Pass, now is the perfect time to secure yours.

 Secure Your VIP All Access Spot Here:

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My Link: VIP All Access Pass

I truly appreciate your support of my card adventures!

I have added the links above (they are affiliate links which means that I will receive a small portion of the sale at no extra cost to you). I truly appreciate your support of my card adventures!

If you like what you have seen from me, please give a follow over or subscribe to:

My Personal blog here:

Anet's Crafting Blog

My Youtube here:

Anet's Crafting Youtube

My Instagram here:

anetvanzyl1 Instagram

My Facebook here:

Anet Van Zyl Facebook

Anet Van Zyl Card Creator Facebook

P.S. - Can't join us live? The VIP All Access Pass lets you enjoy every session at your own pace, plus all those lovely bonus resources I mentioned.

 Secure Your VIP All Access Spot Here:

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My Link: VIP All Access Pass

I truly appreciate your support of my card adventures!

Can't wait to welcome you tonight!

Thank you so much for your support!

Anet

Cookies With Santa - The Paper Shelter

Hi Everyone, are you ready ...

It is time for a new challenge at Paper Shelter

and the theme is Food & Drink.

I used the Cookies With Santa for my card.

Techniques I used:

• Colour Cookies With Santa image using Copic Sketch Markers.
• Ink Blend through the Altenew Woven Ribbon Builder Stencil Set using Altenew Green Valley Fresh Dye Ink.
• Blend Altenew Green Valley Fresh Dye Ink on white cardstock using a blending brush.  Trim to 1" strip.
• Stamp My Favorite Things Itty Bitty Gifting Sentiment onto the ink blend strip.
  

To finish I added some gems.

Our randomly chosen winner will win 6 Paper Shelter products of your choice if you have used a Paper Shelter product on your entry, or 3 Paper Shelter products of your choice if you have used another brand. You can enter the challenge up to 3 times, provided you have use a Paper Shelter product on at least one of them.

Make sure you go over to The Paper Shelter Shop and take a look at all the beautiful digital stamps.

Just in case you want to do a little shopping I have added the links below (they are affiliate links which means that I will receive a small portion of the sale at no extra cost to you). I truly appreciate your support of my card adventures!

If you like what you have seen from me, please give a follow over to, if you have not already:

My Personal blog here:

Anet's Crafting Blog

My Youtube here:

Anet's Crafting Youtube

My Instagram here:

anetvanzyl1 Instagram

My Facebook here:

Anet Van Zyl Facebook

Anet Van Zyl Card Creator Facebook

I would like to enter the following challenges:

Classic Design Challenge Blog.  Theme:  Anything Goes.

The Creative Crafters Challenge Blog.  Theme:  Anything Goes.

Crafts Galore Encore Challenge Blog.  Theme:  Anything Goes.

Lil Patch Of Crafty Friends Challenge Blog.  Theme:  Anything Goes.

Stencil Fun Challenge Blog.  Theme:  Anything Goes.

ABC Christmas Challenge Blog.  Theme:  C is for Cute.

Morgan's ArtWorld Challenge Blog.  Theme:  Anything Goes.

Love to Craft Challenge Blog.  Theme:  Anything Goes.

Love to Scrap Challenge Blog.  Theme:  Anything Goes.

Passion For Markers Challenge Blog.  Theme:  Anything but Square.

Thank you for visiting me, I always appreciate you taking the time to leave a lovely comment.

Anet x

Altenew Certified Educators Instagram Reel Hop

Hi Everyone, something excited is happening.  The Altenew Certified Educators is having a fun Instagram Reel Hop and the theme is "Bloom & Grow"!

I also have a Bonus at the end of my blog post 😉.

GIVEWAY ALERT!

Altenew is giving away a $20 Gift Certificate to 5 lucky Winners!

For a chance to win:

• Follow @altenewllc and me @anetvanzyl1
• Leave a comment on the Instagram post by 03/10/2025.

Altenew will randomly draw 5 winners from the comments left at each stop and announce them on 03/11/2025 on Altenew's Instagram Hop Post!

The Hop starts from @altenewllc, so be sure to hop over on Altenew's Instagram Hop Post to begin there and follow along!  Remember to follow @altenewllc and me @anetvanzyl1.

Now here is my Card

using Altenew Crocus Layering Die Set 

and Altenew Gilded Marble Press Plate/Foil Plate.

Techniques I used:

• Die-cut white cardstock using the Altenew Crocus Layering Die Set.
• Ink Blend the die-cuts using the Altenew Mediterranean Glow, Altenew Rose Petal, Altenew Sun-Kissed Delights Fresh Dye Ink.
• Die-cut black cardstock with coordinating the Altenew Crocus Layering Sentiment Die.
• Foiled the Altenew Gilded Marble Press Plate/Foil Plate using Altenew Rose Gold Hot Foil.

To finish I added some sequins.

Bonus Video!

I recently bought a Spellbinders Betterpress Letterpress System and fall in love with the Press Plates.  Altenew has a range of beautiful Press Plates available.  I also like the fact you can stretch the use of your Press Plates and foil with it.

Follow my Video Tutorial below to learn 

How To Hot Foil with the Altenew Guilded Marble Press Plate/Foil Plate.

Video Link:  https://youtu.be/7Ud4XNlGdWE

If you like what you have seen from me, please give a follow over to, if you have not already:

My Personal blog here:

Anet's Crafting Blog

My Youtube here:

Anet's Crafting Youtube

My Instagram here:

anetvanzyl1 Instagram

My Facebook here:

Anet Van Zyl Facebook

Anet Van Zyl Card Creator Facebook

Just in case you want to do a little shopping I have added the links below (they are affiliate links which means that I will receive a small portion of the sale at no extra cost to you). I truly appreciate your support of my card adventures!

Material list:

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Other:

• GoPress & Foil Machine
• Big Shot Machine

I would like to enter the following challenges: 

My Time To Craft Challenge Blog.  Theme:  1-2-3 Recipe (1 - Foiled with Press Plate, 2 - White & Brown Cardstock, 3 - Flowers).

Classic Design Challenge Blog.  Theme:  Anything Goes.

The Creative Crafters Challenge Blog.  Theme:  Anything Goes.

Beautiful Blossoms Challenge Blog.  Theme:  Anything Florals Goes.

Crafts Galore Encore Challenge Blog.  Theme:  Anything Goes.

Morgan's ArtWorld Challenge Blog.  Theme:  Anything Goes.

Love to Craft Challenge Blog.  Theme:  Anything Goes.

The Neglected Stuff Challenge Blog.  Theme:  Anything Goes + Old Neglected Product (Go Press & Foil Machine - have not use it for more than a year, great to use it again).

Triple B Challenge Blog.  Theme:  Anything Goes.

Allsorts Challenge Blog.  Theme:  CAS.

Thank you for visiting me, I always appreciate you taking the time to leave a lovely comment.

Anet x