"At least I wore a cardigan!" by Sharon Caudle

 Hello AI Fans!

I'm here with you today to show you the card I created for the Pretty in Pink challenge going on right now on Art Impressions Blog.  I don't know if any of you watch Tik Tok, but a while back, I saw a video where some friends thought it would be really funny to dress up their husbands in matching shirts for a party (without the men knowing about it of course). So while I was thinking about what I wanted to create, I came across my #4474 Old Guys Club Set and the light bulb came on! I just love the grumpy look on these guys, so I thought I might as well give them something to be grumpy about, right? LOL!  I stamped the image onto Cryogen white paper and then colored them us using Copic markers. I made the card super simple by using the largest #5062 Rounded Rectangle Double Stitched Die set.  I simply folded my cardstock in half and then placed the top of the die just above the seam of the fold and ran it through my die cut machine.  Voila - a folded shaped card!  I always cut another full piece of either the same cardstock or the patterned paper I want to use and glue it to the front of the card base.  Doing that hides that flat fold that doesn't have stitching. Then I used the next size down to cut out my image panel. The sentiments were created with my computer and then cut out with some word bubble dies from my stash.   

Hope I gave you a little chuckle today! Sometimes we need that on Monday! Thanks so much for stopping by and hope you have a crafty day! 

Copics used:

E000, E00, E11, E13, E15, E35, E37, E70, E71, E74

R81, R83

YG21, YG23, YG67

T1, T2

B000

Laughlines New Release + New Challenge #285 Make Me Laugh!

Hello, Ai Fans!

Our newest Laughlines sets are here to bring a little levity to your day!!!

Put on your blue suede shoes and join this adorable funny fellow in our Dance It Out Set! The laughlines and sentiments pair so well with any of your stamps, and remind us to celebrate each year that life brings!

Just as cute, our Be Happy Set features a spritely, fun gal whose dance moves show that age is just a number!! Also included with her darling face are more irresistible sentiments that can't wait to be a part of your collection!

You can shop these new sets at artimpressions.com

Also available on our website for TWO MORE DAYS, our Exclusive 2020 Stamp Set!!!

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, we have been unable to attend our usual expos and shows throughout the U.S. We miss seeing each of you, and don't want anyone to miss out on a chance to collect this year's exclusive set! 

You can shop this set HERE on artimpressions.com!

This week, Crystal is joining us to show off her feature creation!

Hi crafty friends! As soon as I saw the sentiment "Shake it!" from the Be Happy Laugh Lines stamp set I know I wanted to make a shaker card. Everyone loves a shaker card right?!?

I started with stamping the lady image onto smooth white card stock with Memento Tuxedo black ink. After I colored the image in I fussy cut it out.

I die cut a stitched rectangle using the largest double stitched rectangle die. 

I adhered strips of pattern paper with silver glitter card stock onto white card stock. Using the next smallest from the largest double stitched rectangle die I cut out another rectangle. I used a small double stitched rectangle die to cut an opening on the left side towards the top. I adhered acetate over the opening and stamped the sentiment "SHAKE IT!" with StazOn black ink. 

I stamped the sentiment "HAPPY BIRTHDAY LET'S SEE THAT HAPPY DANCE!" onto white card stock and die cut it out with a banner stitched die I turned the die and used the side to die cut the banner off of the left side. 

I added a double layer of foam tape to the smaller rectangle with the window cut out. 

I added the sequins and adhered the smaller rectangle to the largest rectangle on the left side towards the top.

I adhered the sentiment banner toward the bottom left. I then adhered the older lady on the right side over hanging the acetate window.

I had so much fun making this card! 

Spectrum Noir Markers: Dr1, BP1, BP3, IG2, IG6, FS6, FS7, FS8, AB1, AB2, AB3, Blender

Happy Stamping!

Thank you Crystal!

Now, as we get ready for another new challenge, let's congratulate the winner of our 

Animals & Nature Challenge!!!

Thank you all for participating and bringing joy to each of our challenges!

This week, Top Spot goes to Maureen Morton who used our new 

Llama Twist Set for what looks to be quite the party--even matching tassels!!!

Congrats Maureen!!!

Contact Claire at feedback@artimpressions.com with your mailing address, and choice of 3 stamps. Well done!

This week for our new challenge, we want you to share something that hits your funny bone! Whether you use sentiments or images that make you chuckle, we can't wait to hear it! 

If you're looking for some starter ideas, check out our 3D Projects, Circlets, Mini Try-folds, or Windows on our Pinterest Page. 

We want to see how you create your best humor-themed card or creation! Though you can use any stamps you have, we'd love to see any Art Impressions products in your collection!
Hurry, challenge closes July 1st at 5PM PT!

Here are the Challenge Rules...

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

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

✻ The Ai Challenge is open to everyone, international submissions are welcome!

✻ Include a link back to the Ai Blog or grab our button on the top right of our sidebar!

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

✻ Make sure to get your link up by the deadline to enter your creations.

✻ Good luck and happy stamping!

You are invited to the Inlinkz link party!

Click here to enter

This week was another fantastic Wednesday Live! 

For those of you that tuned in, thank you!! For those that missed it, never fear, the video is still available for replay!

Q : Where do I go to watch the live video?

A : You can go HERE, our Facebook page to view. We recommend that you bookmark this on your favorite web browser so you can find us quickly!

Q : Are Watercolor Wednesdays completely gone?!

A : Not at all! Watercolor Wednesdays will still be the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month. Our Wednesday Live! sessions will be the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays.

Q : My question didn't get answered during the video / I have a suggestion!

A : We love to hear from each and every one of you, and will try to answer all questions as soon as we are able to live! If your questions don't get answered, or you have a suggestion for Bonnie, you can also email feedback@artimpressions.com, or ask again on Facebook, and we will do our best to get you a quick and helpful answer.

Thank you all for your support, great questions, and we will see you next week with our Watercolor Wednesday on YouTube!

Happy Stamping!

New Cubbies Releases + Challenge #280 Kid at Heart

Hello, Ai Fans!

Welcome back to our blog!

We apologize, due to unexpected staff illness (don't fret, it was nothing serious!), we missed posting for you last week.

Never fear however, we are still here and ready to share our new releases with you!

These adorable new sets are the perfect way to pass the time. With interactive pieces, these stamp and die sets are fun to create on your own, or with your kids/grandkids!

All aboard the Art Impressions Bus Cubbies Set!!! A fun menagerie of animals are included with these adorable dies and birthday stamps. This set is a bright and cheery hello to stampers young and "young at heart"

Fairytales come true with our Castle Cubbies Set! Dies and stamps are included for doors and windows that open, perfect for tiny dragons and unicorns to peek out! A daring knight and precious princess also come with 10 dies and 12 stamps.

You can shop these new sets at artimpressions.com

Now, as we get ready for another new challenge, let's congratulate the winner of our 

Bloom Where You're Planted!!!

To all of our creative Ai Fans, you made this week a tough one to choose!!

Without further ado though, Top Spot goes to Ruthan Plant who used our Scrapbook.com Exclusive Cherry Set to make a vibrant and sleek card for spring!

Congrats Ruthan!!!

Contact Claire at feedback@artimpressions.com with your mailing address, and choice of 3 stamps. Well done!

This week for our new challenge (which is a short one due to the circumstances), we want to see how you "play" with your creativity. We want to see cards that feature children, a design that makes you feel playful, or something that perhaps you would give to your child or grandkid. This is your chance to show your fun side! If you're looking for some starter ideas, check out our Baby Cards, Mouthfuls, Work & Play, or Laughlines on our Pinterest Page. 

Still want inspiration? Here are some fun examples from our Design Team, using our most recent releases!

Jessica's's card features soft pastels and the adorable princess and her knight on his white steed from the new Castle Cubbies

Crystal Bus-t-ed out all the stops with her perky, pastel Bus Cubbies card!

Carol used the Castle Cubbies to make a dreamy scene in cotton-candy clouds!

Niccole got creative and used our Bus Cubbies to make a darling gift tag!!

Sharon went bold, bright and bubbly with her Bus Cubbies card!

Jil certainly warms our hearts with her rendition of our Castle Cubbies set!

Renee sent this radiant rainbow to our doorstep, and we just love it! Way to use the Castle Cubbies set!

We want to see how you create cards that are for a Kid at Heart! Though you can use any stamps you have, we'd love to see any Art Impressions products in your collection!
Hurry, challenge closes April 22nd at 5PM PT!

Here are the Challenge Rules...

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

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

✻ The Ai Challenge is open to everyone, international submissions are welcome!

✻ Include a link back to the Ai Blog or grab our button on the top right of our sidebar!

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

✻ Make sure to get your link up by the deadline to enter your creations.

✻ Good luck and happy stamping!

You are invited to the Inlinkz link party!

Click here to enter

NEW VIDEO!!!

Watch Bonnie use our newest 2020 releases to create this adorable Espresso Shop scene! Enjoy!

Happy Stamping!

Challenge 222 Funny & Punny WEEK 2!

Hello, Ai Fans!

Did you catch our NEW Mouthfuls release last week?! This new line of clear stamps & dies features adorable animals, sweet accessories and hilarious punny sentiments! Put them together, and you have a recipe for a handmade card that is sure to bring a smile! With five animals to choose from, you will find something for all of your favorite people! Projects are fun and easy, since each set includes dies which cut out the accessories, as well as a slit for the mouth, hand, or pouch to place them in. When you mix and match, the possibilities are endless - and oh so fun!

The design team has their hands full of adorable Mouthfuls cards to share with you today! Visit the designer's personal blog for more pics and info by clicking their name, and swing by artimpressions.com to find the sets they used!

Cheri with Kangaroo Mouthful

Dana with Hamster Mouthful


Diane with Dino Mouthful

Jil with Dino Mouthful

Karen with Kangaroo Mouthful

Renee with Dog Mouthful

Sharon with Cat Mouthful

Great work, design team! LOVE how each of your cards are so unique, even those of you using the same sets! There are so many fun ways to create and customize with our Mouthfuls! 

Are you up for a challenge? We have one week remaining on our "Funny & Punny" Challenge and we sure hope you join us! We're looking for humorous cards! So show us how you play with words and images in your cards!

Here are the Challenge Rules:

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

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

✻ The Ai Challenge is open to everyone, international submissions are welcome!

✻ Include a link back to the Ai Blog or grab our button on the top right of our sidebar!

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

✻ Make sure to get your link up by Wednesday, December 13 at 5:00 p.m. PST to enter your creations.

✻ Good luck and happy stamping!

An InLinkz Link-up

We have some extra good news to share today!

Give the gift of creativity this season with an online Art Impressions Gift Certificate! Gift Certificates to our website are available at any amount, and are the perfect gift for your crafty friend! Our gift certificates never expire, and are registered to the receiver's email address, so they can be securely and easily used at any time! Please note our gift certificates are instant and virtual. When you purchase a gift certificate, the recipient will immediately receive an email with a "coupon code" gift certificate to use at artimpressions.com. No physical certificate is mailed.

Our 2017 Catalog, the perfect pair for our Gift Certificates, are now only $5! This 70 page catalog includes full-color images and card samples of our most popular products to inspire your creativity and collection! Not only will your crafty friend appreciate this beautiful catalog, but you are sure to enjoy one as well! Grab a couple for you and your friends here!

Happy Stamping!

NEW Ai People & Girlfriends! PLUS Challenge 186!

Hello, Ai fans!

Say hello to four fabulous new stamp sets! We know you love coloring our characters with markers, so get ready for some new faces! Our new Ai People and Girlfriends will bring joy and just the right amount of sass to your creations! See them in action by viewing our videos hosted by our friends at Scrapbook Expo!      Kerry is here today to give a colorful tutorial using our Flaunt It Set!

Hello Ai fans!

I'm super excited to share my card using one of the new Ai Girlfriends Flaunt It Set (SKU#4756), isn't it just awesome!  It's always super fun at the photo booth, and the best part is with your girlfriends too.  It's a win win!

I decided to use YUPO paper to create a cool background.  I started by dropping alcohol inks on the paper and allow them to spread.   P.S.  I did place some drops on the edge of one color, so the colors would blend together naturally.  

I want to have a more blended look, so I added a few drops of blending solution randomly.  I did wiped off some of the darker 'puddle lines', but if that the look you want, it's a very cool background. And allow it to air dry once you got the desired background.  

I finished up by coloring these awesome Girlfriends with Copic Markers.

Copic markers used:  B0000, B00, B02, B60, BG11, BV0000, BV02, BV13, C0, C1, C3, C5, C7, E15, E17, E27, E51. E53. R24, R27, R29, W0, W2, W4

Thanks, Kerry! This card is FABULOUS! With our new releases, we're kicking off a new challenge called "Aging with Attitude"! We want to see cards based on this theme, so bring it on!

Here are the challenge rules …

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

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

✻ The Ai Challenge is open to everyone, international submissions are welcome!
✻ Include a link back to the Ai Blog or grab our button on the top right of our sidebar!
✻ Share the Ai love by clicking and commenting your fellow crafters.
✻ Make sure to get your link up by Wednesday, June 22 at 5:00 p.m. PST to enter your creations.
✻ Good luck and happy stamping!

An InLinkz Link-up

And now to recognize the winners of the last challenge Layer It On Me!

Top Spot goes to...

Natasa!

Congrats! We loved your clever TryFold card with the Celeste Set! You made such a cute home for her in your card! (See the card's interior on Natasa's blog). Natasa, be sure to email annelise@artimpressions.com with your address to claim your prize pack!

Honorable Mentions go to...

Kelly!

Sandra Cogdill!

Congrats, you two! Kelly, we love the fresh, bright colors paired with the Girlfriends Blend Set! And Sandra, we love your take on the Hello Friend MTF with the circles, and with beautiful coloring! Email annelise@artimpressions with your address and the set of your choice for a prize!

We had some fabulous entries this week! Join us for the new challenge, "Aging with Attitude!"