#tgifc583 Technique Challenge

 Hello, crafty TGIF friends! We’re shaking things up this week at TGIF Challenges with a fun Technique Challenge: “Popping It Up!” Whether you choose to add a simple dimensional layer with a few Dimensionals or create an elaborate interactive design with multiple raised elements, the goal is to incorporate something that stands out! From popped-up sentiments and focal images to layered die-cuts and creative folds, there are endless ways to add depth and dimension to your projects. We hope this challenge encourages you to try a new technique or revisit a favorite one as you bring your card-making or scrapbook pages to life. Once you’ve finished your creation, add it down below and then be sure to share it with the TGIF community by posting it on social media, and tag @TGIFChallenges so we can see all the amazing dimension you've added!

We are so glad that you loved last week's Inspiration Challenge. Thank you all for sharing your projects with us! We had to pick a winner, though, and this week that distinction goes to......

Margaret Wake

Our Design Team sure was having a blast with this one. Take a look and be inspired!!! 

Su Mohr

Dani Dziama

Elizabeth Price

Wendy Weixler

Deadline for entries will be at 12 pm PST on Thursday 7/2/26

• Uploaded projects need to be directly linked to your blog, Facebook, or other online gallery.
• Please post the TGIF Challenge graphic on your blog and link back to our site
• Your project MUST be new and inspired by our challenge parameters
• When sharing your project publicly, please use this week's hashtag- #TGIFC583
• Winning project(s) will be posted on next week's challenge on Friday, 7/3/26
• Questions should be left in the comment section
• Challengers can even post your cards on our FB page too!!  "Like us" while you're there :-)

Dani Dziama

#tgifc582 Inspiration Challenge

Hey, hey TGIF friends! It’s time for another Inspiration Challenge at TGIF Challenges, and this week’s image is filled with beautiful possibilities. From the breathtaking sunset hues of coral, pink, and gold to the peaceful shoreline, glowing Ferris wheel, and sense of Summer fun and relaxation, there are so many elements you can use to spark your creativity. Maybe the colors catch your eye, perhaps the seaside setting inspires a vacation memory, or the circular shape of the Ferris wheel becomes the focal point of your design. However you interpret the image, we encourage you to make it your own and let your creativity shine. When your project is ready, add it in the Linky at the end of the post, share it with our community and post it on social media, tagging @TGIFChallenges so others can enjoy the inspiration right along with you!

Thank you all so much for all of the fantastic projects last week. We are so glad that you enjoyed the challenge! Big congrats to our challenge winner - 

Rochelle Laird- Smith

Now, where did this week's inspiration take our Design Team to in their creating? Take  a look!

Su Mohr

Tami Hewlett

Bree Renwick

Wendy Weixler

Deadline for entries will be at 12 pm PST on Thursday 6/25/26

• Uploaded projects need to be directly linked to your blog, Facebook, or other online gallery.
• Please post the TGIF Challenge graphic on your blog and link back to our site
• Your project MUST be new and inspired by our challenge parameters
• When sharing your project publicly, please use this week's hashtag- #TGIFC582
• Winning project(s) will be posted on next week's challenge on Friday, 6/26/26
• Questions should be left in the comment section
• Challengers can even post your cards on our FB page too!!  "Like us" while you're there :-)

#tgifc581 Sketch Challenge

 A brand new challenge is ready for you at TGIF Challenges, and this week we’re featuring a fresh and versatile Sketch Challenge! This layout combines a clean rectangular focal layer with a bold circle element that overlaps beautifully—perfect for showcasing a favorite sentiment, stamped image, die-cut, or layered embellishment. The simple design leaves plenty of room to add your own creative flair, whether you lean clean and classic or love lots of texture and detail. Use the sketch as your creative guide and see where it takes you! Once your project is complete, be sure to share it on social media and tag @TGIFChallenges so we can admire your work and celebrate your inspiration along with the rest of our crafty community! As always, make sure you link up below for your chance to be this week's challenge winner! 

Thank you all for the fantastic Color Challenge entries last week. Congratulations to our winner -

Anja Beckmann

Take a look at what our Design Team did with this versatile sketch!

Su Mohr

Tammy Wilson

Elizabeth Price

Wendy Weixler

Deadline for entries will be at 12 pm PST on Thursday 6/18/26

• Uploaded projects need to be directly linked to your blog, Facebook, or other online gallery.
• Please post the TGIF Challenge graphic on your blog and link back to our site
• Your project MUST be new and inspired by our challenge parameters
• When sharing your project publicly, please use this week's hashtag- #TGIFC581
• Winning project(s) will be posted on next week's challenge on Friday, 6/19/26
• Questions should be left in the comment section
• Challengers can even post your cards on our FB page too!!  "Like us" while you're there :-)

#tgifc580 Color Challenge

 It’s time for a fresh new challenge at TGIF Challenges, and this week we’re diving into a bold and sophisticated Color Challenge! Our palette pairs the rich depth of Night of Navy with the crisp brightness of Granny Apple Green, all balanced beautifully by the soft neutral touch of Smoky Slate. These colors can take your projects in so many directions—from modern and graphic to playful and outdoorsy—so have fun experimenting and making them your own. There are so many fun ways to bring this trio to life, and we’re excited to see your unique take on it. Be sure to link your projects at the end of this post, share them socially, and tag us so we can cheer you on!

So many great entries last week! Thank you so much for all of your participation and inspiration.

Congrats to our WINNER!!!!!

Cynthia Stevenson 

Our Design Team had some fun with this one. Take a look!

Tami Hewlett

Su Mohr

 Bree Renwick

Wendy Weixler

Melissa Seplowitz

Charlet Mallett

Deadline for entries will be at 12 pm PST on Thursday 6/11/26

• Uploaded projects need to be directly linked to your blog, Facebook, or other online gallery.
• Please post the TGIF Challenge graphic on your blog and link back to our site
• Your project MUST be new and inspired by our challenge parameters
• When sharing your project publicly, please use this week's hashtag- #TGIFC576
• Winning project(s) will be posted on next week's challenge on Friday, 6/12/26
• Questions should be left in the comment section
• Challengers can even post your cards on our FB page too!!  "Like us" while you're there :-)

#tgifc579 Theme Challenge

Welcome back to TGIF Challenges! We’re so happy you’re joining us for another week of creativity and inspiration. This week’s Theme Challenge is all about celebrating the special guys in our lives! Whether you’re creating for a dad, grandpa, husband, son, friend, or another everyday hero, this challenge is the perfect opportunity to make something heartfelt and meaningful. Pull inspiration from the idea of honoring someone special through your papercrafting. Cards, gifts, memory keeping, and more are all welcome—we can’t wait to see what you create! 

We'd also like to extend a big, warm welcome to our newest Design Team Member - Su Mohr! If you've been around for even a little while, Su's name is surely one that you will recognize. In addition to being on of our most winningest challenge participants, she's also served on the Stampin' Up! Design Team! She's a true talent with a warm smile and we are so happy to have her here with us on the regular!!!

Congrats to the winner of last week's Inspiration Challenge -

Loni Spendlove

Let's take a look at what our Design Team created to inspire you this week - 

Su Mohr

Jeanna Bohanon

Wendy Weixler

Deadline for entries will be at 12 pm PST on Thursday 6/4/26

• Uploaded projects need to be directly linked to your blog, Facebook, or other online gallery.
• Please post the TGIF Challenge graphic on your blog and link back to our site
• Your project MUST be new and inspired by our challenge parameters
• When sharing your project publicly, please use this week's hashtag- #TGIFC579
• Winning project(s) will be posted on next week's challenge on Friday, 6/5/26
• Questions should be left in the comment section
• Challengers can even post your cards on our FB page too!!  "Like us" while you're there :-)

#tgifc578 Inspiration Challenge

 Welcome back to TGIF Challenges, where every week brings a fresh spark of creativity! This week’s Inspiration Challenge is full of sweet possibilities, featuring an image bursting with delicious cupcakes, soft watercolor textures, and playful pops of color. Take inspiration from any aspect of the photo—maybe it’s the yummy dessert theme, the pinks and greens, the watercolor feel, or even the fun layout of the images themselves. Whether you create a card, scrapbook page, or maybe a gift or home decor project, we’d love to see where your imagination takes you! Be sure to link up below, then share your creations on social media, tag us so we can celebrate your work, and invite your crafty friends to join the fun too!

We want to take a quick moment to congratulate our winner from last week's sketch challenge - 

CONGRATULATIONS

Jenn Frost

Wait until you see what our Design Team came up with for you!

Tami Hewlett

Bree Renwick

Melissa Seplowitz

Deadline for entries will be at 12 pm PST on Thursday 5/28/26

• Uploaded projects need to be directly linked to your blog, Facebook, or other online gallery.
• Please post the TGIF Challenge graphic on your blog and link back to our site
• Your project MUST be new and inspired by our challenge parameters
• When sharing your project publicly, please use this week's hashtag- #TGIFC578
• Winning project(s) will be posted on next week's challenge on Friday, 5/29/26
• Questions should be left in the comment section
• Challengers can even post your cards on our FB page too!!  "Like us" while you're there :-)

#tgifc577 Theme Challenge

Hello, TGIF friends! 🌸 

A brand new challenge is here, and this week we’re focusing on a theme that’s always meaningful—Thank You cards. There’s something special about taking the time to create a handmade note of gratitude, and we’d love to see how you express it through your papercrafting. Whether your style is soft and elegant, bright and cheerful, or clean and simple, this is the perfect opportunity to create a card that will make someone feel truly appreciated. Pull out your favorite supplies and design a thank-you card that reflects your creative style. We can’t wait to see all the beautiful ways you share gratitude through your projects! Be sure to enter your creation using the link at the end of the post for a chance to be one of our weekly challenge winners. 

While we are on the theme of Thank-Yous, we hope you all know how extremely grateful we are for your continued support of TGIF Challenges. We are one of the longest-running Papercrafting Inspiration Challenge Blogs and y'all play a HUGE role in that!!!

So a special thank you and congratulations to our Challenge Winner from last week's sketch challenge - 

Jennifer Frost

Our Design Team created some lovely Thank You cards this week - take a look!

Dani Dziama

Bree Renwick

Elizabeth Price

Wendy Weixler

Tammy Wilson

Ashley Van Camp  |  Design With Ink

Deadline for entries will be at 12 pm PST on Thursday 5/21/26

• Uploaded projects need to be directly linked to your blog, Facebook, or other online gallery.
• Please post the TGIF Challenge graphic on your blog and link back to our site
• Your project MUST be new and inspired by our challenge parameters
• When sharing your project publicly, please use this week's hashtag- #TGIFC577
• Winning project(s) will be posted on next week's challenge on Friday 5/22/26
• Questions should be left in the comment section
• Challengers can even post your cards on our FB page too!!  "Like us" while you're there :-)

#tgifc576 Sketch Challenge

 It’s Friday, which means it’s time for a brand new TGIF Challenge! 

 This week we’re sharing a sketch challenge, and this simple, versatile layout is ready for you to make it your own. Sketches are a great jumping-off point for creativity—use the shapes and placement as a guide, then build your project from there. While sketches are perfect for cards, they can also inspire a scrapbook layout, tag, or even a fun treat package, so feel free to think outside the box! Flip it, rotate it, add layers, or keep it clean and simple—the possibilities are endless. We can’t wait to see how this sketch sparks your creativity. Share your project using the link at the end of the post for a chance to be chosen as one of our weekly challenge winners.

Fun right? This should be a great one.

Speaking of great - your Color Challenge projects last week!!! WOW

Congratulations to our weekly winner - 

Cynthia Stevenson

The Design Team loves sketches, take a look at how this sketch inspired them!

Charlet Mallett

Tami Hewlett

Bree Renwick

Jeanna Bohanon

Deadline for entries will be at 12 pm PST on Thursday 5/14/26

• Uploaded projects need to be directly linked to your blog, Facebook, or other online gallery.
• Please post the TGIF Challenge graphic on your blog and link back to our site
• Your project MUST be new and inspired by our challenge parameters
• When sharing your project publicly, please use this week's hashtag- #TGIFC576
• Winning project(s) will be posted on next week's challenge on Friday, 5/15/26
• Questions should be left in the comment section
• Challengers can even post your cards on our FB page too!!  "Like us" while you're there :-)