Windows to the World by Karen Day

Hello Ai fans!

A few weeks ago, Art Impressions released a whole bunch of brand new Windows to the World stamps (you can see them all here!).  Today I'm sharing two cards made with one of the original Windows stamps Birthday Banner Window (Sku #3198), and using the brand new Window Die (Sku #4619):

 If you've seen my cards before, you'll know that "bright" is my middle name... and yes, these two are no exception.  They were fun to colour up & assemble.  I added a few clear gumdrops to one, and a few coloured ones to the other, a bit of twine, and ta-da!  All done.

 Here's the inside, showing the birthday cake & banner.  The sentiment written around the square says "On your birthday here's hoping all of your wildest dreams come true!"  I didn't open up the windows, to make it easier for my photos, but you can open up and bend back each of the shutters if you like.

 Copics used: Blues - B05, B02, B01, B00, B000, B0000

Pinks - RV25, RV14, RV13

Purples - BV08, BV04, BV02, BV01

Greens - YG05, YG03, YG01

Yellows - Y38, Y35, Y32

Oranges -YR16, YR15, YR12

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Windows To The World by Karen Day

Hello Ai fans!

I have a group of Windows To The World cards to share with you today!  This is the first time that I have used these along with their matching window stamp - and they were so much fun to colour and make.  They aren't the easiest cards to photograph, so bear with me, and scroll down to the end of my post, I'll share some step by step photos with you.  First up is Island Window (Sku #M3178):

I stamped Window (Sku #M3169) onto coloured cardstock and mounted it on the card front.  The windows have been cut open so that they reveal the 'scene' that is placed on the inside:

Here is Light House Window (Sku #M3175):

Birthday Banner Window (Sku #Mc198):

Christmas Village Window (Sku #M3184):

and Gazebo Window (Sku #M3174):

I chose a different jewel colour for each card, and they make a pretty striking set if I do say so myself :o)

By stamping each of the images on their own piece of cardstock, it made colouring easy, and positionning them even easier. 

I cut the window panes open with an exacto knife first, then trimmed around the edges, and finally I cut open the upper, lower and center lines of the windows so that they would open up.

I cut a 2" square in the front of my card base, glued on the window, then it was a simple matter of centering the image on the inside of the card, so that it would show through the window.

There are 21 different Windows To The World images to choose from!  Literally for every occassion - so check them out in the Art Impressions store here.  The Copics that I used were too numerous to mention, so if you have any questions about them - leave me a note on my blog and I'll get back to you, you'll see a link here on the sidebar.  Happy stamping, everyone!



Challenge 82 - Banners & Bunting

Hello Ai Fans!

Welcome to another weekly challenge! We hope you had a great week! We're breaking out the chai tea, scarves and sweaters as the leaves are turning and cooler days are upon us! As you're cozying up, we'd love to see your banners and bunting.

The two Bs have been a huge trend in the papercraft world and we want to see your interpretation. Check out how our design team took on this challenge!

 Crystal

 Kerry

 Reneé

 

Trena

Last week's winner for our "Fun & Games" contest is ...

DEE

with her adorable Skiing Snowman card. Congratulations Dee! Contact me at kate@artimpressions.com for your $10 coupon code!

Here are the guidelines for our weekly challenges:

1. Please make a new card or creation. You can make any crafty item you wish; this is not limited to cards!

2. Limit two submissions per person. You will receive extra votes if you use Art Impressions stamps!

3. Include a link back to the Ai Blog or grab our button on the top left of our sidebar!

4. Share the Ai love by clicking and commenting your fellow crafters.

5. Make sure to get your link up by Wednesday at 6 p.m. PST to enter your creations.