You're a Treasure Card by Tasha!

 Happy Friday Ai Friends!

Tasha here sharing a fun Summer card created with the new 5903-Treasured Armful Set. I have always loved mermaids and this mermaid stamp is just so cute and a lot of fun to color. 

To begin this beach-themed card, I stamped the mermaid and conch shell with black ink and cut both pieces out using the included die set. The die also cuts an opening that allows you to attach the shell to make it look as if she is holding it; I think this looks so cool!

After coloring, I created a little beach scene for the background. I used a wave pattern paper for the water and stenciled the puffy clouds to make a pretty blue sky. This looks like a perfect beach day!

For the sentiment, I embossed the included "You're a Treasure" greeting on to black card stock. I love white lettering and the black & white color combination looks great with all the bright colors.

Lastly, I attached blue and black card stock and a wood pattern paper to coordinate with the beach theme. 

I hope you enjoyed this card and are inspired to create with the fun 5903-Treasured Armful Set. 

Have a wonderful day!

Dance Like No One is Watching Card by Tasha!

 Happy Friday Ai Fans!

Tasha here sharing a masculine birthday card created with the fun 5278 - Dance It Out Laugh Lines Set. Doesn't this happy guy look like he is having the best time dancing on his birthday?

For this card, I started by stamping the birthday guy with black ink and colored him with Copic Markers. After stamping, I used Masking Paper to cover the image before creating the background. I thought that he needed a spotlight, so I created one with yellow ink and Post-It Labeling tape. He is the star of his birthday dance party!

For the greeting, I stamped one sentiment from the 5278 - Dance It Out Laugh Lines Set and added "To the Birthday Boy" from the 5735 - Birthday Sentiments Set. These two work great together!

Lastly, I added layers of green, brown, and yellow plaid pattern paper to coordinate with the man's clothing. I also attached several yellow enamel dots and added little white gel pen accents to complete the design.

I hope you enjoyed today's project and are having a wonderful day!

Go See the World Card by Tasha!

 Happy Friday Ai Fans!

Tasha here sharing a travel-themed card inspired by the "V is for Vacation" Challenge. I love traveling and the 4932 - Pack Your Bags Set is one of my all time favorite sets!

To create this card, I stamped the stacked luggage and cruise ticket with black ink and colored them with Copic Markers. I normally use the traveling couple when working with this set, but thought it would be fun to create with the included accessories and love how this turned out!

To add more color, I stenciled a floral background on to cream paper and added layers of bright colored cardstock. I also used a die to create a flap that revealed "Bon Voyage" when you lift the flap panel.

Lastly, I stamped the greeting "Go see the World!" and another stacked suitcase image on the inside to complete the design.

Thank you for checking out today's card and I hope you will join in the Ai "V is for Vacation" Challenge!

For The Birthday Girl Card by Tasha!

 Happy Friday Ai Fans!

Tasha here sharing a new card inspired by the Ai Midnight Snack Challenge! For my card I'm featuring the super cute hippo stamp from the 5400 - Baby Critters Set. I just love this adorable hippo!

To create the little scene, I started by stamping the hippo image and coloring her with markers. I wanted this card to be bright and cheerful, so I used a variety of pink and yellow colors. She looks so happy sitting on the green grass with her pretty pink cupcake!

Lastly, I stamped "To The Birthday Girl" greeting from the 5735 - Birthday Sentiment Set and attached white enamel dots for some dimension. I also added layers of glitter paper, polka dot pattern paper, and shimmery gold and pink card stock to complete the design.

Thank you for checking out today's project and I hope you will join in the Challenge!

 

Easter Wishes Card by Tasha!

 Happy Friday Ai Fans!

Tasha here sharing a new Easter card created for the Ai Inside & out Challenge. My card has a little Spring scene featuring the super cute 5401-Easter Chicks stamp set and 5733-Easter Sentiments Set. I love Spring cards!

These little chick stamps are adorable and this set also includes several hats to add to your projects. Since we are so close to Easter, I added the little bunny ears to one chick and attached a tulip to the second chick. I wanted it to look like one chick was gifting the other chick a pretty Spring flower. 

For the front greeting, I stamped "One Cute Chick!" from the  5733-Easter Sentiments Set and added "Easter Wishes" to the inside of the card. I also stamped a little yellow chick with tulip to the inside of the card to go with the Inside & Out theme. 

Lastly, I added purple card stock, glitter paper, and pattern paper to bring in more color. I also attached several white enamel dots to complete the card.

Thank you for checking out today's card and I hope you are having a wonderful day!

Big Birthday Wishes Card by Tasha!

 Happy Friday Ai Fans!

Tasha here sharing a new birthday card created with the super cute 5400 - Baby Critters Set. This card was inspired by the Ai "Let's Celebrate" Challenge and I just love these little animals!

For this project, I started by stamping all the little animals and three (3) extra balloons with black ink. I colored all the images with markers and used the coordinating die set to cut them out. It's awesome that this set includes the matching dies!

To make the party scene, I cut a fence out of pattern paper and added green grass for the ground. I also used a cloud stencil to add tons of fluffy blue clouds for the sky; I love clouds!

After I glued on the fence and grass, I used foam tape to attach the group of friends. You can get a similar look using masking paper if you choose to make a flat card front.

Lastly, I attached a sweet bird to the sky and added the balloons. I also stamped "Big Birthday Wishes" with the same black ink and added layers of purple paper and polka dot pattern paper to complete the design. I love how this turned out and look forward to sending it to someone special!

Thank you for checking out today's card and I hope you are inspired to join in the Ai "Let's Celebrate" Challenge!

Let's Get Festive Cards by Tasha!

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Tasha here sharing two cards created with the fun 5565 - Cheers My Deers Set! These cards were inspired by the current Ai Stencils or Masks #339 Challenge and are perfect as we head into the holiday season!

I stamped the images with black ink and colored them with Copic Markers. I LOVE coloring clothing and had so much fun customizing the outfits. Mixing up colors and patterns allows you to give the characters totally different looks and the little reindeer-themed hats are just too cute!

To add more color, I stenciled a brick design with bright ink colors. I also cut a snowy ground to allow the background colors to pop; I love the teal and pink! 

Lastly, I attached layers of silver glitter paper, colorful cardstock, and a layer of sweater pattern paper. I think these cards are so festive and will be fun to send out this Christmas!

I hope you enjoyed today's projects and are having a wonderful day!

Frankly, You're Awesome Card by Tasha!

Happy Friday Ai Fans!

Tasha here sharing a Halloween card featuring the fun 5509-Peek-a-Boo Set! This new stamp set has quickly become a favorite and this little Frankenstein character is just too cute!

To give a Halloween vibe to the background, I added golden clouds and attached a scary looking tree. I also glued little enamel eyes on the tree to look like bats or some type of creatures were watching from the shadows; I think this adds to the spooky look!

The little Frank character was stamped with black ink and colored with Copic Markers. I used the coordinating dies (included in the set) to cut him and the pumpkin out. He is just the happiest looking monster!

Lastly, I stamped "Frankly, I think you're awesome!" and added grass in a deep olive green shade, layers of black cardstock, and a pretty pattern paper. This card makes me smile and it's perfect to gift to someone special this Halloween!

I hope you enjoyed today's project and are having a fabulous day!

Have a FabBOOlous Halloween Card by Tasha!

 Happy Friday Ai Fans! 

Tasha here sharing a Fall card featuring the new 5506 – Peek-a-Boo Set! I LOVE this set and the little witch is so much fun to color!

I wanted this card to be Halloween-themed, but not scary, so I used orange and pink colors to keep it bright and happy! I used a cloud stencil and pink ink for the sky and made the grass orange instead of green. I also added sequins to the sky for extra sparkle! 

This set includes several greetings, but the "Have a FabBOOlous Halloween" one is perfect for this design. I stamped it with pink ink and layered it with black card stock to keep it from blending into the background. 

Lastly, I stenciled black bats to the background and added four enamel dots before attaching the card to Halloween bat pattern paper. I like all the bats!

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Thank you for checking out today's project and I hope you are having a wonderful day!

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Have a Bee-utiful Day Card by Tasha!

 Happy Friday Ai Fans!

Tasha here sharing a bee-themed card created with the new 5561-Birds and Bugs Set and 5566-Christmas Sentiments Set!

The 5561-Birds and Bugs Set includes several little stamps, but I adore the bees! I stamped all three bee images with black hybrid ink and colored them with Copic Markers. I also like that each bee is different!

For the background, I stenciled a sunburst design with two shades of yellow ink and attached a little bee hive. I used markers to color a simple hive and glued a white enamel heart to the center. 

Lastly, I added layers of black card stock and a pretty floral paper. I also stamped "A Gift For You" from the 5566-Christmas Sentiments Set to complete the design.

Thank you for visiting the blog today and I hope you are inspired to create a card with the new 5561-Birds and Bugs Set and 5566-Christmas Sentiments Set!

Have a great day!