Top Picks Challenge #368 and Reminder Post - Challenge #369 - Visual Prompt - Woodland Gnome

  Welcome to our two part post.

**First, a reminder that you have until Friday, June 19 at 11:59 pm (GMT) to play in Challenge #369 -Visual Prompt - Woodland Gnome found HERE.  If you've joined us already, thank you (and please feel free to join again); if you haven't, we'd love for you to do so. 

Second, we're delighted to report you created 53 - yes, fifty-three - amazing entries for Challenge #368. We had no idea that the *For the Guys* theme would be so popular; you certainly outdid yourselves! Thank you!

As always, selecting Top Picks is a challenge, especially when the gallery is *this* impressive. Choose we must, though.

Our Top Picks:

Esther

Esther has captured a variety of masculine-themed elements and images in her woodland card. "For the Guys" is clearly present here. 

Deborah

Deborah's background paper is the perfect fishing spot for her fun stick-like figure fisherman. Artistic and charming, indeed.

Jane

Jane's trio of tie tags is just plain fun; a little something to add to a gift for those special guys in our lives.

Deanna

 

Deanna's dad-and-daughter silhouette card made is sweetness to the max and made all the more special in being a shaped card.

Congratulations to our Top Picks; please take your badge.

Inkspirational Challenge #369 - Visual Prompt - Woodland Gnome

 Welcome to Inkspirational; we're delighted you've joined us.

For the next two weeks (June 6 - 19), we invite you to draw inspiration from our Visual Prompt featuring a charming woodland scene.  From the plaid-clad gnome and toadstool accents to the soft florals, greenery, whimsical elements, textures and cozy cottage-garden feel: an abundance of details to spark your creativity.  ✨🍄🌿📬

Inspiration from the Design Team:

Pia

Marlena

Julia

Carol

We're excited to see how you interpret this enchanting image.

The Link will be open until Friday, June 19 @11:59pm (GMT)

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We'll be back on Saturday, June 13 with a Reminder Post and Top Picks for Challenge #368.

Top Picks Challenge #367 and Reminder Post - Challenge #368 - Word Prompt - For the Guys

 Welcome to our two part post.

**First, a reminder that you have until Friday, June 5 at 11:59 pm (GMT) to play in Challenge #368 -Word Prompt - For the Guys found HERE. Currently, we have 20 masculine marvels in the gallery. If you've joined us already, thank you (and please feel free to join again); if you haven't, we'd love for you to do so. 

Second, we had 22 wonderful entries for Challenge #367. Your artistic talents in response to the artist floral palette image were delightful; such interesting interpretations, indeed.

Our Top Picks:

Carol Mc

Carol's rainbow floral-adorned shoes are so pretty; wouldn't you love real life pairs in your closet? A fun take on the flowers and colours from the mood board.

Betta

Betta's palette shaped card, complete with a a brush and colorful paint spots, is a fabulous play on the mood board.

Arlene

Arlene's card speaks to both an image and the 'artistic' vibe of the mood board. The sentiment rings true, doesn't it!

Congratulations to our Top Picks; please take your badge.

Inkspirational Challenge #368 - Word Prompt - For the Guys

 Welcome to Inkspirational; we're delighted you're joining us.

For the next two week (May 23 - June 5), we invite you to celebrate all things masculine with our Word Prompt:  “For the Guys” theme! Whether you make cards for fathers, brothers, husbands, sons, uncles or friends, we’d love to see your creative take on masculine designs, colours and styles. 

Inspiration from the Design Team:

Marlena

Pia

Julia

Carol

Looking forward to seeing what you'll create For the Guys! 

The Link will be open until June 5 @ 11:59pm (GMT).

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We'll be back on Saturday, May 30 with a Reminder Post and Top Picks for Challenge #368.

Top Picks Challenge #366 and Reminder Post - Challenge #367 - Visual Prompt - Floral Palette

 Welcome to our two part post.

**First, a reminder that you have until Friday, May 22 at 11:59 pm (GMT) to play in Challenge #367 -Visual Prompt - Floral Palette- found HERE. Currently, we have 10 lovely cards in the gallery. If you've joined us already, thank you (and please feel free to join again); if you haven't, we'd love for you to do so. 

For more inspiration, check out this fabulous artist-themed card created by design team member, Pia:

Second, we had 18 wonderful entries for Challenge #366. Your rainy day cards definitely brought us sunny smiles.

As always, narrowing down our Top Picks was a challenge. Your creativity, craftsmanship and thoughtful interpretations make the process both inspiring and delightfully difficult.

Our Top Picks:

Vicki

Vicki's little bunny is darling; definitely enjoying a fabulous day in the rain.

Caroline

Caroline's little goose is offering us great advice; make those rainy days fun! 

Christy

Christy - who used the same stamp as Vicki, it turns out - is adorable, especially with his green umbrella. He's definitely enjoying time dancing in the rain. We're also highlighting her second card: just way too cute! 

Congratulations to our Top Picks; please take your badge.

Inkspirational Challenge #367 - Visual Prompt - Floral Palette

 Welcome to Inkspirational Challenge; we're delighted you're joining us.

For the next two weeks (May 9 - 22), we invite you to step into a garden of colour and imagination with this whimsical visual prompt inspired by an artist’s palette brought beautifully to life in blooms. Vibrant rainbow florals, painterly textures, an outdoor setting: plenty in this fun photo to spark your creativity. ✨🖌️

Inspiration from the Design Team:

Marlena

Julia

Carol

Pia

Joining us for a Reminder Post

Looking forward to seeing how this prompt inspires you!

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The Link is open until Friday, May 22 @ 11:59pm (GMT)

We'll be back on Saturday, May 16 with a Reminder Post and Top Picks for Challenge #366.

Top Picks Challenge #365 and Reminder Post - Challenge #366 - Word Prompt - Rain

  Welcome to our two part post.

**First, a reminder that you have until Friday, May 8 at 11:59 pm (GMT) to play in Challenge #366 -Word Prompt - Rain - found HERE. Currently, we have 11 lovely cards in the gallery. If you've joined us already, thank you (and please feel free to join again); if you haven't, we'd love for you to do so. 

Second, we had 24 wonderful entries for Challenge #365. We very much enjoyed seeing your Sketch sensations; we'll certainly have to plan for another sketch soon.

As always, narrowing down our Top Picks was a challenge. Your creativity, craftsmanship and thoughtful interpretations make the process both inspiring and delightfully difficult.

Our Top Picks:

Fran

Frans's little envelopes - each one slightly different - are delightful. A smile-making take on the sketch.

Deborah

Deborah's yellow blooms are a pretty, clever and creative take on the sketch. The little bee is a charming special touch.  

Carol Mc

Carol's  inside-looking-out design is lovely, inviting scene to gaze upon - and a brilliant take on the sketch.  The light shining on the sentiment is a charming touch.

Congratulations to our Top Picks; please take your badge.

Inkspirational Challenge #366 - Word Prompt - RAIN

Welcome to Inkspirational; we're delighted you're joining us.

For the next two weeks (April 25 – May 8), we’re inviting you to find inspiration in our new Word Prompt: RAIN.

From soft drizzles to dramatic downpours, puddles + boots to umbrellas + rain jackets and everything in between, there are so many creative ways to interpret this theme. We know the saying: “April showers bring May flowers." Let's celebrate those rainy days and see where they take your creativity! ☔🌧️🌸

Inspiration from the Design Team:

Marlena

Pia

Carol

Julia

Looking forward to seeing your RAIN-themed cards/projects filling the gallery.

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The Link will be open until Friday, May 8 @ 11:59pm (GMT).

We'll be back on Saturday, May 2 with a Reminder Post and Top Picks for Challenge #365.

Top Picks Challenge #364 and Reminder Post - Challenge #365 - Visual Prompt - Sketch

 Welcome to our two part post.

**First, a reminder that you have until Friday, April 24 at 11:59 pm (GMT) to play in Challenge #365 -Visual Prompt - Sketch - found HERE. Currently, we have 8 sensational sketches in the gallery. If you've joined us already, thank you (and please feel free to join again); if you haven't, we'd love for you to do so. Let's see if we can quadruple that number before the challenge closes. 

Second, we had 40 wonderful entries for Challenge #364 - CAS, with the optional twist of *E is for...* We very much enjoyed seeing your wonderful clean and simple designs, both with and without the twist.

As always, narrowing down our Top Picks was a challenge. Your creativity, craftsmanship and thoughtful interpretations make the process both inspiring and delightfully difficult.

Our Top Picks:

Darnell

Darnell's watercoloured poppy is striking, especially surrounded by all that fabulous white space. CAS loveliness.

Arlene

Arlene's card - designed for her Disney-loving friend - is sure to light up her eyes when she receives it. Clean, simple and delightfully special.

Maria

Maria's fluffy-tailed bunny is adorable, especially paired with rainbow stripes. Clean, simple and sweet.

Bobby

Bobby's daisies certainly have star billing on her white stage. Clean, simple and striking.

Congratulations to our Top Picks; please take your badge.

Inkspirational Challenge #365 - Visual Prompt - Sketch

Welcome to Inkspirational — we’re so glad you’re here!

For the next two weeks (April 11–24), we invite you to get creative with our Visual Prompt: SKETCH. It’s been five years since our last sketch challenge, so we’re excited to bring one back

This design is simple and flexible. Feel free to adapt it to suit your style — your card base doesn’t need to be square and the smaller shapes in the lower right can be any shape you like. As long as your project captures the essence of the sketch, you’re all set!

Inspiration from the Design Team:

Marlena

Pia

Julia

Carol

We look forward to a gallery filled with your interpretations of the sketch!
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The Link will be open until Friday, April 24 @ 11:59pm (EST).

We'll be back on Saturday, April 18 with a reminder post and Top Picks for Challenge #365.