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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  • Inspired By… April Showers May Flowers

    This week’s Inspired By Challenge is a beautiful reminder that April showers bring May flowers!  This dreamy umbrella overflowing with cascading blooms creates a soft, romantic scene full of delicate movement and elegant detail. The hanging florals, gentle color palette, and sparkling raindrop accents bring together the perfect blend of springtime freshness and whimsical charm. Will you be…

  • Winner… Inspired By Cocoa Cafe

    I am REALLY late with this post but life has been soooo crazy busy with us being gone a lot I never knew if I was coming or going LOL. Dare I say I think we have a bit of a reprieve this weekend…. Anyways, lovely takes on the inspiration Jolanda Johnstone I just love…

  • Oh, Quack with Amy

    My project was inspired by the newest Inspired by Challenge: Balloons I was inspired by the theme and colors. My card features the following Brass & Bliss Craft Co products: *These products are on sale right now! The new Petals & Promises along with the last release – Botanical Daydreams are both 20% off. I…

  • Bunny Birthday Card With Von Marie

    Hello everyone.  Von Marie here and I’m so excited to be on the Blog and for this weeks challenge as usual they are all so fun. I love this week Balloons they are just so Happy and this weeks card sketch…I love it. Okay let’s get started: Well I was inspired by the Balloons, Colors, and Card…

  • Balloon Bunny – with MarDi

    My card today was inspired by the balloon arch and the pretty pastel colors in the inspiration photo for this week’s Inspired By theme – BALLOONS. I think I got pretty close to the sketch as well. Do you have certain stamps or dies that just feel timeless to you? That’s how I feel about…

  • Happy Daisies

    Nothing says happy like daisies and balloons! Throw in some pastel colors and there is a smile on my face. I had the perfect background to use for this week’s challenge, Papertrey Ink’s “Spring Basket.” The die set includes a full basket die, but also one with an open weave so you can add your…

  • Pastel Balloons & Happy Wishes

    Today’s project was inspired by the soft, dreamy colors and playful charm on the Inspired By Challenge, and I had so much fun bringing those happy party vibes into a card design. The inspiration photo immediately drew me in with it’s gorgeous pastel palette of sunshine yellow, lavender, soft pink and sky blue. Of course,…

  • Happy Birthday with Laurel

    Hey everyone, happy Friday! This week I was inspired by the colors and the theme to create my card. I actually used the Easter Basket collection from Echo Park, though if I didn’t tell you, you would never know it was an Easter collection! I love when paper packs are versatile. The Cake stamp and…

  • Inspired By… Balloons

    This week’s Inspired By Challenge is full of festive fun and pastel party vibes! A cheerful balloon garland in soft spring colors frames this playful celebration scene, complete with gingham patterns, sweet bunny details, and a bright, happy atmosphere. The mix of yellow, lavender, pink, and mint creates a lighthearted palette that feels perfect for springtime gatherings.…

  • Happy Birthday with Amy

    Hello and Happy Friday Eve! My project was inspired by the newest Inspired by Challenge: Cocoa Cafe I was inspired by the theme and gingham. My card features the following Simon Says Stamp products: The image has been colored with Zig Clean Color Real Brush markers and their blender pen. The Concord & 9th cardstock…