I kept the outside CAS with a white on white color scheme and added a pop of color with the branches and ribbon bow. The Window Die (4619) is so fun because the panes actually open!
Today I'm sharing two Windows to the World cards with you. These are so much fun because you get a little glimpse of the inside through the window. Art Impressions recently added a wonderful Window Die (Sku#4619) to their inventory.
This is such a wonderful image for a guy. I love that you can change the season too by coloring the leaves and grass different colors. You could even change the time of day by adding a sunset instead of a blue sky.
For my window frames and sills I cut 4 thin strips of cardstock. (just plain white) I used two different Ranger Distress Crackle Paints on them. I painted each strip with the crackle paint and gave them sufficient time to dry. I then cut the corner angles to make it look like the edges were mitered. (I hope that's the right term) The grayish one is Weathered Wood and the green one is called Shabby Shutters. I popped them up on some thin dimensional foam to make it look a little bit raised from the walls.
We're back this Thursday for the second week of the "cut your cards" challenge!
This challenge fits hand-in-hand with our new Tryfolds and Windows to the World! You can find them at artimpressions.com! These are great stamps to use in interactive cards with peek-a-boo windows and tri-fold cards that open out.
Last week Sharon walked us through her creation, and now we have the rest of the design team! Can't wait to see what they've made! You can click the designer name to learn more about their card.
Loving these fabulous holiday cards! Thanks, design team! Have they inspired you? Your challenge card doesn't have to be for the holidays, but we'd love to see some cut-outs, window, tri-folds and more!
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, September 23 at 5:00 p.m. PST to enter your creations.
✻ Good luck and happy stamping!
