Welcome! At Inspired By, we believe creativity can spark from the simplest things—a cozy photo, a fun sketch, or a seasonal theme. Each week we share a fresh inspiration image and a coordinating sketch to get your ideas flowing. Whether you’re into cardmaking, scrapbooking, mixed media, or any type of project, you’re invited to interpret the challenge your way. There’s no right or wrong—just inspiration and creativity. We can’t wait to see what you create!
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Hello everyone Happy Tuesday! Von Marie here and I’m so excited to be on the Inspired by…Blog today. This week our theme is Spring Blooms and we also have a fun New card sketch. Come Play Along With Us! Okay Let’s Get started: Here’s how I was Inspired: The word Spring, yes I’m excited for…
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As soon as I saw the inspiration photo for this week’s Inspired By challenge, I knew I wanted to use my Honey Bee Stamps Teapot & Cup die for this pretty teapot vase. For my flowers, I used Honey Bee Lovely Layers: Cherry Blossom. I think they worked out nicely, as they look a little…
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So many sweet designs in the gallery last week. Made me want to go grab a donut (my favorite are the glazed ones) Carol Mc Such a fun card. I love the donuts and that was a great way to use the sketch laying them on top of a cookie sheet! Congratulations Carol! Now don’t…
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We had our first spring-like day here in Western New York yesterday! A few good downpours, but mild temperatures and a little sun, too! I’m starting to get excited for spring to arrive. The yellow flowers in the pretty aqua teapot made me think of our little picket fence and the yellow flowers I would…
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This photo and sketch really bring on Spring vibes and I am hoping it is right around the corner. There is something about teacups that feels instantly comforting…easy mornings and fresh flowers. The card is an SVG file from Lori Whitlock…..the paper colors and patterns remind me of some mismatched china pulled from a vintage…
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I love this week’s inspiration! I was inspired by the flowers and the colors. I used some of my Stampin’ Up stash, love these beautiful papers. I then used one of my Stampin’ Up stencils for the flowers. I love this stencil so much! I started with an aqua card base then topped it with…
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We have new graphics! What do you think of them? This week’s Inspired By Challenge celebrates the soft beauty of springtime in bloom! 🌼 Fresh yellow blossoms, delicate greenery, and a charming teapot vase create a scene that feels light, airy, and full of new beginnings. The gentle palette of soft mint, sunshine yellow, and earthy green…
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My project was inspired by the newest Inspired by Challenge: Sweet Caterpillar I was inspired by the theme and loosely by the sketch. My card features the following products: There’s lots of texture on this one! I can’t wait to see how you’re inspired! Thanks for stopping by! Affiliate links at no extra cost to…
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Hello everyone. Von Marie here and I’m so excited to be on the blog today with the New Inspired by…Challenge Sweet caterpillar #IB375. And New Card Sketch too. Let’s Get Started: I was inspired by the photo with the donuts, caterpillar, colors, and the pink foil. I didn’t attempt the card sketch today but…
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Sweet Caterpillar is the theme this week, so what image does that evoke in your mind? I don’t think my first thought would be donuts but they certainly do make a cute caterpillar as they are displayed in the inspiration photo. This one stumped me a little at first but once the wheels started turning,…
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