Get ready for a summer full of colorful cardmaking fun with Summer Card Camp 2011. Jennifer McGuire and Kristina Werner have teamed up to bring you a 4-week workshop loaded with fresh color combos, cutting edge techniques, and versatile sketches that will leave you feeling inspired to create! Summer Card Camp is your all-access pass to 48 new card ideas, daily PDFs, twice weekly videos, guest designers (including me!), huge prizes and access to a private blog where you can share your own creations.
For more information and to register, visit the class information page.
And I am giving away THREE spots in the class!
Just leave a comment telling me who/what inspires you when you create. If you are picked as a winner and have already signed up, you will be given a refund.
Giveaway closes 6.23.11 at 10p CST.
What inspires me the most is the person I am creating for. I try to customize whatever I make for the person with color, design, style, interests and the like which reflect that person. Thanks for the chance to win.
Posted by: Shay | June 20, 2011 at 10:04 AM
I am mostly inspired by my kids when i create layouts, but for cards, i am inspired by nature/color and want to create the best "thanks" i can for the receiver. I also love to make card sets as gifts, they always seem so appreciated.
Posted by: sandra m. | June 20, 2011 at 10:19 AM
I am inspired by all the great scrapbooking blogs! Thanks for all your inspiration Melanie and for a great giveaway!
Posted by: sandra m. | June 20, 2011 at 11:28 AM
There is just so much inspiration out there in the blogs and galleries- especially your creations. Thanks for the chance to win!
Posted by: quietangelsb | June 20, 2011 at 11:35 AM
Music really inspires me. Great lyrics get me thinking and usually a page starts percolating! Thanks for the opportunity, looks like a great class :)
Posted by: KathyT | June 20, 2011 at 12:15 PM
I tend to be most inspired by colors - i just love patterned paper and it makes me happy to use pretty sheets!
Posted by: Jessica | June 20, 2011 at 12:47 PM
I am just inspired by watching my kids. I love to be able capture memories of everyday life,special events or anything for that matter for them. It is so special to me. I love to watch them want to do the same that just inspires me to keep doing it! Thanks so much for the chance at this amazing class I would love to attend.
Posted by: Ellie A. | June 20, 2011 at 02:15 PM
Pattern paper is my starting point. I pick my favorite paper for the day and go from there.
Posted by: Shannon | June 20, 2011 at 02:17 PM
What inspires me? A variety of things. A layout from a book, with a new stamp set, and a color combo from a blog. Or any combination thereof :o)
Posted by: Susan | June 20, 2011 at 02:17 PM
No kidding, Kristina Werner has been my biggest motivation and inspiration source for scrapping. Totally gave up hand-making cards and stuff long ago, esp when my mum's not supportive. But her videos and blog really rekindled that love for handicrafts :) And Jennifer McGuire is another awesome inspiring scrapper! Put the 2 together with the many other scrappers, it's like (for the lack of better words) popcorns popping out of the toaster seriously!! :)
Posted by: Vinnie Beannie | June 20, 2011 at 02:18 PM
Kristina and Jennifer inspire me the most for card making for sure!
Posted by: Alison | June 20, 2011 at 02:22 PM
I am inspired by nature. I love to use flowers, trees and butterflies in my layouts.
Posted by: Stephanie | June 20, 2011 at 02:25 PM
Going to a LSS inspires me the most. When I see all the products, my mind just fills up with ideas. Thanks for the chance to win. I would love the opportunity to take this class!
Posted by: Paula | June 20, 2011 at 02:25 PM
usually colors inspire me. or new supplies. or both ;)
thanks for the chance - i'd love to participate in this class!
Posted by: sarah | June 20, 2011 at 02:27 PM
I am inspired by all the pretty papers and stamps all around my work table, but I have to say that I am pretty darned inspired by Kristina Werner herself. She is awesome!
Posted by: Johanne | June 20, 2011 at 02:29 PM
I usually think of who I'm creating for or it could be trying out techniques that I see from blogs online.
Posted by: Jeannie L | June 20, 2011 at 02:31 PM
I am inspired by my children, by scrapbook magazines, and Kristina Werner!!
Posted by: Vicki B | June 20, 2011 at 02:33 PM
I am very in the moment scrapper and card maker. Love color and clean designs. Thanks kristina and Jenny for putting together.
Posted by: Stacy h | June 20, 2011 at 02:33 PM
I find inspiration everywhere - nature, glossies, fabric, book and cd covers!! But most of all, all the blogs out there which people freely share! Amazing. Thanks so much for the chance to win. Good luck to all x
Posted by: SallyB | June 20, 2011 at 02:35 PM
I get most inspired by travelling, different places and colors. I try to link my experiences and what I have seen with the person my card or project is for.
Posted by: Nadine H | June 20, 2011 at 02:38 PM
I'm inspired by the pictures I'm scrapbooking or the person I'm creating for. If that fails me, then I usually find inspiration in a magazine.
Posted by: Jamie Ryan | June 20, 2011 at 02:40 PM
It depends on what I'm making. Sometimes, I'm inspired by who I'm making the item for, sometimes I'm inspired by someone that I admires' work. Sometimes blogs or "famous" scrapbooker/cardmakers' work. Or just pictures, images, or things around me.
<3
Posted by: HeatherC | June 20, 2011 at 02:40 PM
I am very inspired by fellow scrappers on the internet! Thanks for the chance! I would love to take this class!
Posted by: Rebecca | June 20, 2011 at 02:40 PM
I get inspired by the products I use / products I just purchased. I'll look at it and hold it in my hands and visualize the finished product.
Posted by: Nikki R | June 20, 2011 at 02:42 PM
I'm looking at google and different scrapbook pages an copy cards or things i like in a folger called "ideas". and when i've got some freetime i'm clicking through these pictures and starting to sketch my cards. On my blog I've got a picture from my messy sketchbook :)))
(sorry for my bad english)
greetings from germany!
Posted by: Jessy | June 20, 2011 at 02:47 PM
I'm pretty new at this stuff, but I have become a paper horder,so, that's what inspires me!! I put on some great music, look out the window at my beautiful view and go!! I love all the blogs too, they really help kick-start me!! I'd really love to win a class so I could start fine-tuning my craft! Thanks and Happy Crafting!
Posted by: Debbi Matthies | June 20, 2011 at 02:54 PM
I am inspired by all the wonderfully talented bloggers out there. I spend every morning with my coffee reading all the updates. I'm excited for this summer class, there are so many of my favorite stampers involved! Thanks for the chance to win a spot!
Posted by: Tami M. | June 20, 2011 at 03:03 PM
I love Kristina's creations, they are a great springboard to get my creative juices going. Other times, I check out other blogs for inspiration.
Posted by: Heather M | June 20, 2011 at 03:05 PM
I am inspired by many things at different times. It could be a piece of paper that calls my name, a stamp set that whispers in my ear, a paint color that makes my eye twinkle. You name it, it has the potential to inspire.
This week I tip toed into my jewelry supplies and brought craft wire and beads to my cards. Inspiration is endless and can be found in every little thing.
Thanks for the opportunity to win a spot in the card camp.
Posted by: Tammy Ozuna | June 20, 2011 at 03:11 PM
I am inspired by nature... love botanicals... and the vintage look
Posted by: Rose Curtis | June 20, 2011 at 03:13 PM
It's always about the subject matter for me. Whether it's making a card for my grandma's birthday or a scrapbook page about my daughter's dance routine, I use inspiration from the person or subject matter to guide my design, product and color choices.
Posted by: Mel Horn | June 20, 2011 at 03:14 PM
I get inspired by blogs and by seeing what other people can do with the same products. That inspires me to pick up my stamps and get stamping aways! Thanks for the opportunity to win a spot in camp!
Posted by: Kristi Ferrand | June 20, 2011 at 03:33 PM
OMG this is so exciting!!! Kristina and Jennifer are amazing! I wish I had a little bit of their creativity! The thing that inspires me is my family...I am the only one in my (HUGE) family who tries and captures all our moments and when I show them my work, it just brings us together that much more. I want to make sure they know how important they are with every detail I put into a scrapbook page or birthday card.
Posted by: Tweezie725 | June 20, 2011 at 03:45 PM
I definitely am inspired by the individual/event I'm creating the piece for. I love how two things done on the same day may end up completely different for this reason.
Posted by: Margaret Ann Chamblee | June 20, 2011 at 03:46 PM
I can't wait for this class!! THanks for the opportunity.
Side topic - I love how on your blog you use 'a' and 'p' for times. My sister is a nurse and does the same thing - a medical community quirk!
Posted by: Deena | June 20, 2011 at 04:01 PM
Nothing beats that look on someone's face when you give them a hand made card. You can see their deep appreciation that in a season where nobody has time to spare, you have stopped and taken the time to make them something. THAT'S my inspiration!!!
Posted by: Relle | June 20, 2011 at 04:03 PM
I get inspired by color, prints and materials, and putting them together in interesting ways. I can't wait for this class. Thanks for the contest!
Posted by: Michelehemming | June 20, 2011 at 04:06 PM
What inspires me to create? Ultimately, it's God who put the creativity in me, and to make cards and ATCs is a way to express that creativity. As for more human inspiration, I get inspired to create from people (I am in a stamping group that meets weekly), blogs, the season, the reason for the card, or sometimes just missing my now grown kids, hearing what they see and do, will inspire me to make a card.
Posted by: Cardcrazed (Karen G) | June 20, 2011 at 04:39 PM
I am inspired by life and everything it entails. I have been through some very difficult things in my life and have a great appreciation just for waking up in the morning and moving through my day. I am inspired everyday by my beautiful family, a stranger’s smile, nature, friendships,..Etc. I happily absorb life and am inspired everyday by it.
Posted by: Ebony | June 20, 2011 at 04:50 PM
Blogs + music inspire me!
Posted by: Connie p | June 20, 2011 at 05:08 PM
I get inspired by all the wonderful talent and projects shared on the internet. I would so love this class!
Posted by: Sandi Pressley | June 20, 2011 at 05:24 PM
I am inspired by product and by the person for whom I am creating a card for. Thanks for another chance at winning our way into this awesome series :)
Posted by: Bodil B | June 20, 2011 at 05:38 PM
What it inspires me most is everything I see on the internet ... from beautiful cards to photographs and everything in between. Thanks for the chance to win a spot in this card class.
Posted by: Kathy R. | June 20, 2011 at 05:38 PM
I find my best ideas from clothing. I think it is the texture and color that helps me! Thanks for the giveaway!
Posted by: Janny Pants | June 20, 2011 at 06:27 PM
Holidays and special days inspire me. I am also inspired by the card blogs!
Posted by: Sue | June 20, 2011 at 06:42 PM
I am inspired from all kinds of thing like blogs, youtube, colors, magazine ads, etc.
Posted by: Shelley J | June 20, 2011 at 06:46 PM
I always need lots of inspiration so I like to take classes to learn techniques.
Posted by: doris | June 20, 2011 at 06:57 PM
I would love to win a spot! I get inspiration from Jennifer McGuire! Also from the pictures themselves!
Posted by: Debbie Girardot | June 20, 2011 at 07:01 PM
Wow! Pick me! The weather inspires me. The colors and growth.
Posted by: Jennifer | June 20, 2011 at 07:05 PM
oh thats easy! all you great bloggers! I get so many great ideas! but...of course it costs me money which I just ran out of! EEK! pik me please! im desperate!
Posted by: cher | June 20, 2011 at 07:31 PM
I'm inspired by all the fabulous cardmakers out there! Thank goodness for bloggers!
Kathy Camasso
Posted by: Kathyc on SCS | June 20, 2011 at 07:31 PM
My inspiration is capturing the recipient's personality with my cards. I also find color combinations to be a source of inspiration.
Posted by: Elly F. | June 20, 2011 at 07:35 PM
Reading blogs, listening to podcasts, seeing new products. That inspires me.
Thanks for the chance to win!
Posted by: Lisa | June 20, 2011 at 07:36 PM
If I had to pick a specific thing I'd say reading blogs & looking at photographs. I love seeing other people's work & get inspired. Thanks for the giveaway!
Posted by: Vee P | June 20, 2011 at 07:41 PM
i am inspired by several blogs including kristina werner, paper smooches, the artists at split coast stampers (SCS). i love the SCS tutorials, especially beate jones. and i owe it all to my kids (teens) who are scrapbookers.
Posted by: Lily W | June 20, 2011 at 07:47 PM
I get a lot of inspiration from my family. They are all so creative and inspiring. I also get inspiration from nature. I love the outdoors and the natural beauties found there. Sometimes it's just seeing what others have done. I have seen what so many talented people have created and it gives me the urge to get creating myself.
Posted by: Kathi Garner | June 20, 2011 at 07:56 PM
pinterest is a major source of inspiration for me right now, but inspiration can come from anywhere at anytime. I just jot down the ideas that come to mind to use later.
Posted by: Denise | June 20, 2011 at 08:01 PM
Pinterest is HUGELY inspiring me lately! :)
Posted by: Anna K. | June 20, 2011 at 08:26 PM
Right now sketches give me the most inspiration. They give me that little kick to get a layout started!
Posted by: Jennifer C | June 20, 2011 at 08:57 PM
no contest there, kristina werner inspires me to scrapbook:)
i would love to win a spot for the summer card class
thanks for the opportunity
Posted by: Heather O'Grady | June 20, 2011 at 09:19 PM
I'm usually inspired by a great pattern, or a specific embellishment. Sometimes it's a stamp. But I usually build my pages or cards around one specific element. And Kristina Werner & Jennifer McGuire videos help :)
Posted by: Marie | June 20, 2011 at 09:46 PM
Blogs like Jennifer, Kristina, and the guest designers of this class inspire me! Thanks for the chance to win a spot!
Posted by: April | June 20, 2011 at 10:07 PM
I am inspired by clean and simple lines with pops of color. Thanks for the chance at a class spot!
Posted by: Dawn | June 20, 2011 at 10:07 PM
Twopeasinabucket and WAY too many great crafting blogs. I think I need an intervention.
Posted by: Erin R. | June 20, 2011 at 10:32 PM
I am most inspired by the person I am creating for (card) or about (scrapbooking). It's also super fun to use new supplies :)
Posted by: tricia williamson | June 20, 2011 at 10:46 PM
I think I'm most inspired by new product in fresh colors... I can't seem to get enough paper and embellishments to feed my creativity! Thanks for sharing!!!
Posted by: Maeghan M. | June 20, 2011 at 11:34 PM
I am inspired by paper and patterns. I love to see designs on paper. I am also inspired by creative people whose talent amazes me!
Posted by: Marie | June 20, 2011 at 11:45 PM
I am so excited to take the class with you uber talented girls that I have already paid! I would not refuse a refund, though! Thanks for the opportunity!
Posted by: Carla Mayfield | June 21, 2011 at 12:54 AM
I am inspired by experiences. There's nothing quite like capturing a memory and celebrating it :) For cards I find that focusing in on the person really helps me to make something they appreciate. Lastly, my messy artroom (well, space in the living room) has to inspire me - my hubby's sanity depends on it - hahaha.
Posted by: Marilize Kruger | June 21, 2011 at 02:36 AM
Everyday Life is my biggest inspiration...and my google reader :)
Posted by: Kanani | June 21, 2011 at 03:45 AM
I adore these wonderful, talented girls (Kristina&Jennifer)! They inspire me all the time.
And also I get inspired many of paper craft people and designers from all over the world. I always browse their blogs, gallery, videos stuff like that. Can't wait to join the summer card camp! It's gonna be so much fun! Thanks for the chance to win a free spot!!! :)
Posted by: Mayumi Osaki | June 21, 2011 at 07:05 AM
Absolutely hands-down - Jennifer McGuire. She never makes a card I don't love! I really want to go to summer camp!!!!!!
Posted by: Rosslyn W. | June 21, 2011 at 07:42 AM
I am inspired by looking at nature and seeing the beauty in God's creation.
Posted by: Angela Person | June 21, 2011 at 10:00 AM
I'm inspired by nature, magazines and projects by other crafters. There's so much creativity out there!
Posted by: Sue McRae | June 21, 2011 at 10:18 AM
I'm always inspired by Kristina Werner. I really love her cards! :)
Posted by: Laura S | June 21, 2011 at 10:21 AM
I get inspired by so many things, from something I see in my everyday life, to great projects and cards I see online. Inspiration can be found everywhere =) Thanks for a chance to win a spot in this class!
Posted by: Marie / Legojenta | June 21, 2011 at 10:38 AM
I am inspired by looking at what other people have created and then taking it and making it me!
Posted by: TabithaW | June 21, 2011 at 12:31 PM
I'm inspired by the embellishments that I want to use.
Posted by: RobertaF | June 21, 2011 at 12:32 PM
I'm most often inspired by the photos, especially when I get a nice, big stack printed!
Posted by: SusanB | June 21, 2011 at 12:50 PM
I love the bright and bold colors of each season and tend to mimic that in my cards. Can't wait to get to this class!
Posted by: Lee Anne | June 21, 2011 at 01:29 PM
I have two main sources ...the first is the recipient of the card. I think of all the good wishes and positive energy that I want to pass along with the card and let my creativity flow with that vibe.
The second one is a great group of designers we have around, helping us with their blogs, videos, tutorials and all the great work theiy share with us.
I'm suuuuuuper excited with the oportunity of joining this great summer camp.
Thanks,for this amazing giveaway!
Cynthia :)
Posted by: Cynthia von Sohsten | June 21, 2011 at 01:34 PM
I'm actually inspired by viewing the incredible work of so many on Hero Arts Flickr Group!!! I love that I can get ideas for stamps I already own. But it also makes me want to buy more!!!!
Posted by: Theresa | June 21, 2011 at 09:52 PM
Scrapbook trends and Cards magazines and all of the wonderful blogs I visit. I seriously spend way more time on blogs than I should, but I get so inspired by seeing what others are creating. It rubs off!
Posted by: Rochelle | June 21, 2011 at 09:52 PM
Nothing inspires me more then the smile or a nice thank you heard from someone I've made something for. For me expressing yourself and sharing that is such a wonderful thing. Pushed me to just keep creating. Thank you so much at the chance at this wonderful giveaway.
Posted by: Ellie | June 21, 2011 at 10:01 PM
My kids inspire me. I love making cards for them.
Posted by: Maryse N | June 21, 2011 at 10:03 PM
I am inspired by sketches or the products I have chosen for a specific project. Also blog hopping to personal blogs and company websites is so inspiring.
Posted by: Mish | June 21, 2011 at 10:08 PM
I get inspired by reading great blogs like yours as well as paper crafting magazines.
Posted by: Katemeri | June 21, 2011 at 10:15 PM
what inspires me is blog surfing...seeing all of these amazing creations make me want to create art too!!
Posted by: Michelle A. | June 21, 2011 at 10:19 PM
I'm inspired by the new scrapbook papers that are available. I love all the pretty patterns and color combinations. Can't wait for the class to start.
Posted by: Debbie | June 21, 2011 at 10:21 PM
Yowsa! There are a lot of entries here! Honestly, the person who most inspires my creativity is my sister-in-law. (I swear I'm not sucking up!!) Not only do I "borrow" her ideas for layouts, but I regularly "borrow" her subject matter! (2 gorgeous nieces make for some great pages!) I remember when we first started scrapping on the basement floor...
Posted by: cuckoo | June 21, 2011 at 10:21 PM
Music inspires me..
Posted by: Savannah | June 21, 2011 at 10:30 PM
Ironically it would be Kristina Werner. Would love to do this camp.
Posted by: Aussie Emma | June 21, 2011 at 10:43 PM
I'm inspired by the products themselves. Sometimes I will grab a stamp and just HAVE to make something with it. Thanks so much for the chance to win!
Posted by: Laura in VA | June 21, 2011 at 10:58 PM
I'm inspired by fellow crafters who share ideas, designs, tutorials, etc. that challenge me to try things I never would have thought of on my own. ThaT's why Stamp Camp sounds so interesting.
Posted by: Meg | June 21, 2011 at 11:07 PM
I love looking through the Hero Arts Flickr group and I also find a ton of inspiration from the designers on the Hero Arts blog! Thanks so much for a chance to win a spot!
Posted by: Barb | June 21, 2011 at 11:17 PM
What inspires me is my mom. I've been mailing a card to her everyday since she started chemo. I'll keep sending them until she is done. I want to keep the cards fresh and new for her, so that is what keeps me on my toes. Kinda want to impress her everyday.
Thanks for the chance to win!
Posted by: Karen James | June 21, 2011 at 11:26 PM
Inspiration comes from clothing, magazines, catalogs, patterned papers and fabulous blogs like yours. Congrats on being a major part of this Summer Card Camp! Appreciate the chance to win a spot in this awesome class ~ thanks!
Posted by: Kathy Mc | June 21, 2011 at 11:29 PM
I find inspiration everywhere, but right now, at this time of year, it is at the Farmer's Market! Yummy colors and happy faces. Thanks!
Posted by: Maureen Morton | June 21, 2011 at 11:30 PM
I am inspired by my family, and by the stories I want to tell or photographs I love. Pinterest and great blogs and magazines always help too :)
Thanks for the awesome giveaway...hope I win!
Posted by: Norma | June 21, 2011 at 11:44 PM
It depends on what I am making. For 3d projects it is the person I am working for. For scrapbooking it's the photos. But largely it is the supplies. All the pretties and colors agh...... I love it all!
Posted by: Missy Bauman | June 21, 2011 at 11:46 PM