Happy Retirement card by Sharon Caudle

 Hello AI Fans!

I've got a retirement card to show you today that features the fun stamp set #4932 Pack Your Bags. I stamped this overloaded retiree with a Memento Tuxedo Black Ink onto some Copic friendly paper and then colored him up using the markers I listed below. I then cut him out using #5724 Nested Rectangle Die Set. Then sentiment came from #5187 Happy Trails Set.

I love the paper in 6072 Father's Day PP so much! The colors and designs of this paper are truly gorgeous! I used two different pieces for this card. The backpack print as the main piece, and then I used the second piece to cut out a scalloped mat behind the main image, just to add a little something extra. 

So that's it for me today! Thanks so much for stopping by for a visit today and I hope I was able to inspire you to create! Don't forget to grab your paper and glue and join in our current challenge! You still have a couple of days! Until next time - stay crafty!!

Copic markers used:

E000, 00, 11, 34, 70, 71, and 74

G40 and 43

R20, 21, and 22

BG70, 72, 75, and 90

T1, 2, and 3

B00

Vacation Vibes by Dori Mendiola

Happy Thursday AI Friends!

Wondering if you've seen the five new paper packs from Art Impressions yet.  If not, make sure to visit the Art Impressions website.  These paper packs were designed to go with the five new fun AI People stamps sets.  However, I wanted to show you how versatile they are and how you can use them with some other stamp sets.  They make such fun backgrounds.  All you need to do is add some images to them and your card is complete.  I used the #6100 - Lounge PP, #5187 Happy Trails stamp set for the couple on the beach, added a few accessories and the card is full of fun and relaxation.  

Total Vacation Vibes!

I began by stamping the images with Memento black ink onto copic friendly paper and coloring them with my copic markers listed below.  The couple are from the #5187 - Happy Trails set and the accessories (beach ball, hat and cooler) are from the #5509 - Beach Accessories and the #5510 - Sports Accessories.  The sun and the cloud are from my stash.

The accessories come with corresponding dies but the beach chair couple, I had to fussy cut. 

I used the largest #5062 - Rounded Rectangle A2 Double Stitch die to cut the background and then placed a layer of foam underneath to pop it up on the card base.  I also popped up the sentiment cloud, the couple and the accessories for added dimension.

Hope you look through your stamp sets and find other fun images to use with these papers.  Such a great way to add a scene as your background.

Thanks for joining me today.  Have a wonderful day and keep creating!

Copics used:  N0, N1, N2

E000, E01, E11, E21, E23 E25, E51, E53, E55, E57

R20, Y32, G40, G24

B0000, B91, B93, B95

Still Got It! A Fun Card for Dad by Janet

Hi everyone! Today, I'm thrilled to share a card I made for the current Ai Challenge: We Love Dads! This is your perfect opportunity to create and share your masculine cards celebrating those special fathers in your life.

My card features the awesome 5187-Happy Trails Set, and I had a blast putting a fun spin on it. I decided to feature the fella from the set relaxing in a beach chair. He might not be as young as he once was, but this card definitely reminds him that he’s still got it!

To achieve that perfect frame for our beach-goer, I used the fantastic new 6047-Scalloped Square Dies set. I started by applying both the red and patterned paper to my card front. Then, I carefully positioned one of the square scalloped dies and cut it through all three layers, creating a clean window.

Next, I cut a frame out of red cardstock using the first square die and one size larger from the nested set. This red frame really pops and highlights the "dad" image nestled inside.

To complete the front of the card, I added a palm tree from the 5187-Happy Trails Set and a sentiment. I added the word "Still" to the stamped sentiment, giving it a clever and personalized twist. It’s a subtle change, but it really adds to the overall message of the card.

For a final touch of embellishment, I added two shells from the 5329-Beach Mini Dies Set at the opposite corner of the window frame. I think these shells provide just the right amount of extra detail without overwhelming the card.

I had so much fun making this card, and I hope it inspires you to create something special for the dads in your life! Be sure to visit the Ai Store this weekend. They have everything you need – stamps, dies, papers, and accessories – to bring your creative ideas to life! And don't forget to check out the Ai Challenge: We Love Dads! and share your creations with us.

Happy crafting!

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