Let's go fishin'!!! by Sharon Caudle

 Hello AI Fans!!

My card today features one of Art Impressions Windows to the World stamps. If you're not familiar with this line of stamps, do yourself a favor and check them out HERE! There are soooo many to choose from and they make such an impressive card! They even include the sentiment which is written around the images. Can't beat that! The set I used today is M4588 Pleasures Window. I also used 5408 Shadow Box Window Die,  4900 Reel Great Guy Set for the fish and sentiment, and a couple of the adorable freebies you can get with a qualifying order at Art Impressions! This card also goes along with the current Windows to the World challenge going on over on the AI blog right now! Hope you  join us for a chance to win a stamp set of your choice! All the images were stamped onto cryogen white paper and then colored with Copic markers. I'm super sorry!! I failed to write down the markers I used for this card! My apologies! 

So that's it for me today! Thanks so much for stopping by and until next time - stay crafty! 

Just Add Water by Niccole Kulig

Hello Ai fans!!

Today I am sharing a card I made with the Windows to the World series set called Pleasures Window. I love how simple the windows are but yet they add such a punch to your card.

I started by diagonally cutting my patter paper and adding a strip of glitter paper for a little pop. I put two enamel dots in the upper left corner to even out the card. I colored my window with Copic markers, and did a double frame on it so it stood out a little more. Raised it up with foam tape. 

The sentiment I chose was from the WC - Sentiments Set. I thought the sentiment fit perfectly with what I wanted to say  with my image.   

It came together so quickly I had to make two cards. I can't tell which one I like better ... the square cut window or the window where I fussy cut around the words.  Which one do you like better?? 

In case you are wondering the window says "The pleasures of life are simple, just add water." Next time I want to water color the window.

Copics Used:

BG01, BG02, BG05, BG72, BG75

C3, C5, C7

E47, E49

G40, G43, G46

R24, R27, R29

W1, W3, W5

YG63, YG67, YG95, YG97 

YR21, YR23

Until next time ... Hugs & inky fingers!

Windows of the World DIY coasters by Kerry

Hello Ai friends and happy Monday to you!

I hope you had a great weekend and I'm sharing a fun DIY coasters with you today using the new Windows to the World 2015 collection.  They were super fun and easy to make!  I picked a few of the tiles from my local home improvement store.  Of course, I did a little coloring therapy using coloring pencil.  Then I adhered the image on the tile with Mod Podge matte and sealed them up with extra coat.  Viola!   You are done, ready for your favorite beverage!

Thanks so much for stopping by today and have a crafty day!

InLinkz.com

Challenge 156 - "Spring Colors" Week Two!

Welcome back to week two of our challenge Ai Fans!

Last week we launched our new Windows to the World and we can't wait to see what you create!

Whether pastels or the bright colors of spring, we want to see some vibrant and playful colors on your creations this week! Make sure to use some spring-inspired colors on your project to enter!

Our DT created these amazing window cards for our challenge! Check them out!

Cheri using Day Spent Window (M4584)

Karen using Window (M3169), Joy Found Window (M4585), and With a Friend Window (M4583).

 Kerry using Window Die (4619) and Memories Window (M4586).

Reneé using Antiques Window (M4587)

Sharon using Pleasures Window (M4588)

WOW! Way to go DT! Love all the different amazing images!

Ok, now it's your turn! Upload your image below to be entered to win Ai Stamps!

You can also share your images on Facebook or Instagram by using hashtag #AiStamps!

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, April 8 at 5:00 p.m. PST to enter your creations.
✻ Good luck and happy stamping!

An InLinkz Link-up

Challenge 156 - "Spring Colors" Challenge + NEW Windows to the World!

Welcome! Welcome!

Welcome back Ai Fans!

We're getting ready to kick off a new challenge!

And NEW RELEASE!

Now, I'll probably lose you to frantically scrolling! Haha!

But before we get started, we need to announce last week's winners!

Top spot from our "Vintage Vibe" challenge goes to ...

Linda M.

Congratulations Linda!

We loved that vintage paper paired with a perfect vintage wine! Contact kate@artimpressions.com with your address to claim your prize pack!

Honorable Mentions go to ...

Amy H.

Melissa O.

Congratulations Amy & Melissa! We loved your awesome vintage inspired images! Contact kate@artimpressions.com with your address and a stamp set of your choice!

Let's kick off our new release and a new challenge!

This week, we want to see those spring colors! Whether pastels or you're just thinking of Easter eggs ... bring on those bright and fun colors. You could also take a peek at some spring flowers to draw inspiration from!

Our designers are here this week with our brand new Windows to the World launch! We also have an awesome new Ai Window Die! Check it out!

Cheri using Day Spent Window (M4584)

Karen using Window (M3169), Joy Found Window (M4585), and With a Friend Window (M4583).

 Kerry using Window Die (4619) and Memories Window (M4586).

Reneé using Antiques Window (M4587)

Sharon using Pleasures Window (M4588)

WOW! Way to go DT! Love all the different amazing images!

Ok, now it's your turn! Upload your image below to be entered to win Ai Stamps!

You can also share your images on Facebook or Instagram by using hashtag #AiStamps!

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, April 8 at 5:00 p.m. PST to enter your creations.
✻ Good luck and happy stamping!

An InLinkz Link-up