Past Appearances
Biography
Irene Smith (@artemismade1) is a passionate paper enthusiast—whether she’s folding it, admiring it, hoarding it, or transforming it into something beautiful, paper is her happy place! Though she’s explored a variety of crafting mediums over the years, she always finds herself drawn back to paper. That love led her to discover cardmaking in 2022, and she hasn’t looked back since.
Her style is still evolving, but one thing remains constant: Irene loves to make people laugh! Her quirky, pun-filled sentiments add a playful twist that turn her projects into little bursts of joy.
She’s the founder and host of Card Chaos, a fast-paced 15-minute cardmaking challenge that has crafters churning out cards—and giggles—in record time every week! Irene also enjoys sharing her creative energy through teaching, which she’s channeled (pun absolutely intended!) into her YouTube content.
In addition to crafting, Irene lends her voice and professional experience behind the scenes as a writer and editor for various craft companies—work she’s grateful to do as part of a community she truly loves. Over the next year, she’s excited to continue her work with design teams, grow her skills, and inspire others to grab some paper and craft something that really makes them smile—or better yet, laugh!