#tgifc593 Color Challenge

 Hello and Happy Friday!

It's already September?!?! How did that even happen? It seems like the weeks and months are just zipping by this year. With the start of a new month, that means that we will kick things off with a Color Challenge! This week's Color Challenge pairs the soft, creamy warmth of Very Vanilla with the calming richness of Lost Lagoon and the pretty pop of Fresh Freesia. Together, these shades create a palette that feels both fresh and beautifully balanced, with plenty of room for your own creative style. (If you don't have these exact colors, just let them inspire you!)

We are so excited to see what you create! 

Thank you all so much for the awesome projects last week! We are so excited to announce the challenge winner:

CONGRATULATIONS!

Cynthia Stevenson

Now, let's take a look at what our Design Team created for you!

Su Mohr

Wendy Weixler

Elizabeth Price

Dani Dziama

The deadline for entries will be at 12 pm PST on Thursday, 9/10/26

• 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: #TGIFC593
• Winning project(s) will be posted on next week's challenge on Friday, 9/11/26
• 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 :-)

#tgifc592 Product Challenge

 Hello, TGIF Friends!

It's time for another TGIF Challenges Product Challenge, and this week we're celebrating the beautiful 2026–2028 Stampin' Up! In Colors! Whether you've already fallen in love with these fresh new shades or are just getting acquainted, we'd love to see them take center stage in your creative projects. From bold color combinations to subtle accents, these In Colors are ready to shine on cards, scrapbook layouts, gift packaging, tags, and so much more.

Aren't they dreamy?

Speaking of dreamy - the projects last week! WOW!

Congratulations to our challenge winner - 

Carol G

Let's take a look at what the Design Team did this week, playing with the new colors!

Tami Hewlett

Su Mohr

Deadline for entries will be at 12 pm PST on Thursday 9/3/26

• 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- #TGIFC592
• Winning project(s) will be posted on next week's challenge on Friday, 9/4/26
• 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 :-)

#tgifc591 Inspirtation Challenge

 Hello and Happy Friday TGIF Friends!!!! 

We have a fun Inspiration Challenge for you this week. Soft, sunny, and full of timeless charm, this week's challenge invites you to discover what catches your creative eye! Maybe it's the buttery yellow blooms, the delicate watercolor style, the fresh floral bouquet, or the soft cottage-garden feel. Or maybe you'll be inspired by the monochromatic palette and elegant botanical details. There are so many directions you can take this beautiful image!

Create a handmade card, scrapbook layout, gift packaging, journal page, home décor piece, or any paper crafting project you can think of inspired by this week's photo. Whether you recreate the floral arrangement or simply borrow the colors, textures, or overall mood, we can't wait to see where your imagination leads.

Before we get to our talented Design Team's creations, we want to congratulate our winner from last week's sketch challenge - 

Maheswari Rajaguru 

CONGRATULATIONS!

Now - take a look at what the Design Team created for you!!!

Su Mohr

Elizabeth Price

Wendy Weixler

Deadline for entries will be at 12 pm PST on Thursday 8/27/26

• 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- #TGIFC591
• Winning project(s) will be posted on next week's challenge on Friday, 8/28/26
• 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 :-)

#tgifc590 Sketch Challenge

 Hello, Hello!!!! Happy Friday, TGIF Friends, it's time for another creative week at TGIF Challenges, and we're excited to share a brand new Sketch Challenge with you! This clean, modern layout features overlapping hexagons paired with a simple banner—an ideal combination for showcasing a favorite stamped image, layered die-cuts, pretty Designer Series Paper, or even a bold sentiment. Don't feel tied to the exact shapes, either! Swap the hexagons for circles, florals, or any shape that fits your style while still capturing the spirit of the sketch. That's the fun of sketch challenges—they provide just enough direction while leaving plenty of room for your own creativity! Whether you're creating a card, scrapbook layout, tag, or another paper crafting project, we hope this sketch inspires your next masterpiece. 

Thank you all so much for all of your awesome Color Challenge projects last week. We loved them, such great inspiration!

Congratulations to our Challenge Winner from last week - 

Cynthia Stevenson

How did our Design Team play with this sketch? Take a look!

Tami Hewlett

Su Mohr

Bree Renwick

Deadline for entries will be at 12 pm PST on Thursday 8/20/26

• 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- #TGIFC590
• Winning project(s) will be posted on next week's challenge on Friday, 8/21/26
• 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 :-)

#tgifc589 Color Challenge

 Hello,  hello! Happy Friday, Happy August, and welcome back to TGIF Challenges! 

We're kicking things off with one of our favorites—a Color Challenge! This month's Color Combo combines the bright beauty of Berry Burst, the sunny sweetness of Lemon Lolly, and the always versatile neutral of Crumb Cake. Together, these colors create a combination that's both cheerful and fun, perfect for so many occasions. Whether you let one color steal the spotlight or find the perfect balance between all three, we hope this trio inspires you to create something uniquely yours. So gather your favorite stamps, papers, and embellishments, and let your creativity take the lead! When you're ready to share your project, post it on your blog or social media, then tag @TGIFChallenges and add #tgifc589 so we can celebrate your beautiful creations and inspire fellow paper crafters to join the fun. Once you do that, make sure you come back here to link up, and you just might be next week's winner!

We want to extend a huge congratulations to last week's winner - 

Cynthia Stevenson

Thank you all for sharing your great projects with us!

Now to see what the Design Team created for you this week!!!

Su Mohr

Dani Dziama

Wendy Weixler

Deadline for entries will be at 12 pm PST on Thursday 8/13/26

• 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- #TGIFC589
• Winning project(s) will be posted on next week's challenge on Friday, 8/14/26
• 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 :-)

#tgifc588 Bonus Inspiration Challenge

 Hello, hello!!! 

Welcome back to TGIF Challenges for another week of creative inspiration! This week's Inspiration Challenge is filled with possibilities, and we can't wait to see what catches your eye. Maybe you're inspired to create a coordinated set of cards, explore a monochromatic design, play with bold stripes, or let crisp white and bold color accents take center stage. Perhaps a beautifully layered die-cut becomes your focal point, or maybe the image sparks an idea that's completely your own! That's the beauty of an inspiration challenge—there's no single right answer. Let the photo guide your creativity, then add your own unique style and imagination. Whether you're creating cards, scrapbook layouts, tags, gift packaging, or another paper crafting project, we hope you'll let your creativity flow. When you're ready to share your masterpiece, post it on your blog or social media and tag @TGIFChallenges and use #tgifc588, then make sure you come back here and add it to the link below - maybe you'll be next week's winner!

Speaking of winners - thank you all so much for all of your awesome and inspiring Tone on Tone projects last week. So many great ideas. We finally chose a winner, and this week it's ..........

CONGRATULATIONS!

Maheswari Rajaguru 

Now, let's take a look at what the TGIF Designers came up with for you this week!

Su Mohr

Tami Hewlett

Wendy Weixler

Bree Renwick

Deadline for entries will be at 12 pm PST on Thursday 8/6/26

• 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- #TGIFC588
• Winning project(s) will be posted on next week's challenge on Friday, 8/7/26
• 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 :-)

#tgifc587 Technique Challenge

 Hello, hello - Happy Friday, TGIF Friends! 

Welcome to another week of creativity at TGIF Challenges! 

This time we're inviting you to try a classic technique with endless possibilities—Tone on Tone. By layering different shades, textures, and patterns within the same color family, you can create projects with depth, elegance, and bold looks without relying on lots of contrasting colors. Whether you choose ink blending, heat embossing, die cuts, dry embossing, patterned paper, or a combination of techniques, we encourage you to go wild,  experiment, and make this challenge your own. Create a card, scrapbook page, gift packaging, home décor piece, or any paper project that inspires you. We can't wait to see how you play along with this timeless technique! When you share your finished creation on social media, be sure to tag @TGIFChallenges so we can admire your work and celebrate your creativity with our wonderful crafting community. Then make sure that you come back here and submit your entry!!!

Didn't you just love last week's challenge? We loved all of your entries, and had a hard time choosing a winner.....

CONGRATS TO - 

Jenn Borjeson

Now, let's take a peek at the projects that our Design Team came up with for you!!!!

Su Mohr

Dani Dziama

Jeanna Bohanon

Elizabeth Price

Wendy Weixler

Deadline for entries will be at 12 pm PST on Thursday 7/30/26

• 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- #TGIFC587
• Winning project(s) will be posted on next week's challenge on Friday, 7/31/26
• 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 :-)

#tgifc586 Inpiration Challenge

 Hey, hey y'all! Welcome back to TGIF Challenges, where inspiration can come from the most unexpected places! This week’s Inspiration Challenge features a charming scene of a flower-adorned cutie-pie calf standing in a colorful meadow, but how you interpret it is entirely up to you. You might be drawn to the rustic farm setting, the vibrant wildflowers, the cheerful color palette, or even the sweet and whimsical personality of the calf itself. Or perhaps you'll think outside the box and be inspired by the textures, the countryside feel, the idea of summer blooms. There’s no right or wrong way to approach an inspiration challenge—the goal is to let the image spark your creativity and see where it leads. We can't wait to discover what catches your eye! Be sure to share your finished project on social media and tag @TGIFChallenges and enter it below so we can enjoy all the unique and creative interpretations from our amazing crafting community.

Thank you all so much for your great projects. We love seeing them!!!

Congrats to our WINNER:

Candice Anderson

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

Su Mohr

Tami Hewlett

Bree Renwick

Wendy Weixler

Charlet Mallett

Deadline for entries will be at 12 pm PST on Thursday 7/23/26

• 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- #TGIFC586
• Winning project(s) will be posted on next week's challenge on Friday, 7/24/26
• 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 :-)

#tgifc585 Sketch Challenge

 Hello, and Happy Friday TGIF Friends!!! Get ready for another creative adventure at TGIF Challenges! This week’s Sketch Challenge features a simple yet striking design that’s full of possibilities. The angled panel creates a wonderful opportunity to showcase a favorite piece of Designer Series Paper, a blended background, or of course a stamped scene, while the open space leaves plenty of room for a sentiment or focal image. Use the sketch exactly as shown or let it inspire your own interpretation—the beauty of a sketch is seeing how differently each crafter brings it to life! Whether your style is clean and simple or layered and detailed, we know this layout will spark plenty of creativity. We can’t wait to see what you make, so be sure to share your projects on social media and tag @TGIFChallenges, then add your photo at the end of the post to inspire our crafty community and celebrate your creativity with us!

Thank you all so much for all of your beautiful projects for last week's Color Challenge!

Congratulations to our WINNER!

Sonja Zierer

Take a look at how inspiring this sketch was for our Design Team!

Su Mohr

Wendy Weixler

Charlet Mallett

Deadline for entries will be at 12 pm PST on Thursday 7/16/26

• 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- #TGIFC585
• Winning project(s) will be posted on next week's challenge on Friday, 7/17/26
• 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 :-)