Create-Your-Own ATC Card  Kit brings the joy of tiny, tradable art to your craft table—no prep required. This October edition bundles everything you need to make 10 cute, whimsical artist trading cards ready for swapping with friends, classmates, or your favorite art community.

What are ATCs?

Artist Trading Cards (ATCs) are miniature works of art that measure 2.5 x 3.5 inches—the same size as standard trading cards. Traditionally, ATCs are signed on the back and exchanged (not sold) at meetups and online swaps, a community-led movement popularized in the late 1990s. Wikipedia

What’s inside the Create-Your-Own ATC Kit (October Edition)

• 10 pre-cut ATC bases (2.5″ x 3.5″) on premium 350g/m² watercolor paper — acid-free, heavy-weight, and ideal for wet media like watercolor, gouache, brush pens, and light collage.

• 2 pre-painted background ATC cards to jump-start your layouts.

• 8 blank ATC bases to color and customize.

• Pre-drawn elements:

  • Ghosts (blank sheet) + ghosts already painted in watercolor/pen.

  • Pumpkins (blank sheet) + pumpkins already painted in watercolor/pen.

  • Flowers & hearts outlines for coloring, layering, and embellishing.

With the Create-Your-Own ATC Kit, all you need to do is color, cut, glue, and swap. Each kit makes 10 adorable, whimsical cards—perfect for quick projects, classroom creativity, or cozy craft nights.

Why artists and beginners love this Create-Your-Own ATC Kit

• Premium paper that behaves beautifully: The 350gsm, acid-free watercolor stock resists warping and holds vibrant washes, so your backgrounds stay crisp and your details pop.

• Zero cutting guesswork: Every ATC base is precisely pre-cut to the standard 2.5″ x 3.5″ size, so you can focus on design—not measuring.

• Two ways to create: Use the pre-painted backgrounds for instant wins or start on the eight blank bases for full creative freedom.

• Mix, match, and layer: Combine ghosts, pumpkins, flowers, and hearts to build playful Halloween and autumn themes—from cute “boo!” greetings to pumpkin-patch mini scenes.

• Great for swaps and keepsakes: Make a full series, sign and date the back, and tuck them into a 9-pocket sleeve for trading or gifting.

How to use your Create-Your-Own ATC Kit (quick start)

1. Choose a base: pre-painted or blank.

2. Color elements: add watercolor, markers, or colored pencils to the blank ghosts, pumpkins, flowers, and hearts.

3. Cut & arrange: trim the motifs, then plan your composition.

4. Glue & detail: adhere with your favorite craft glue; add pen outlines, highlights, or lettering.

5. Finish for swapping: sign and date the back, then protect in a card sleeve.

Tip: Keep a cohesive color palette across all 10 cards to create a collectible mini-series—perfect for October swap events.

What makes this Create-Your-Own ATC Kit special?

• Focused on fun: friendly, whimsical art cards with easy-to-follow elements.

• Kid-friendly setup: a wonderful kids art craft kit for guided family time (adult supervision recommended when cutting).

• Swap-ready standard: everything is sized to the ATC tradition, so your cards fit sleeves and albums used by collectors. Wikipedia

Pair it with more seasonal creativity

Love Halloween vibes? Explore our coordinating Set of 4 Halloween Black Cat Art Prints for matching décor or inspiration before you craft your series. (Internal link)

Learn more about ATCs (external resource)

Curious about the origins and etiquette of trading? Read the background on artist trading cards here for history, size standards, and trading culture. (External DoFollow: Artist trading cards – Wikipedia). Wikipedia

Features & Benefits at a Glance

• Standard size: 2.5″ x 3.5″ ATC bases for universal compatibility.

• Paper quality: 350g/m², acid-free—watercolor-friendly.

• Ready-to-swap: make 10 cards quickly with themed elements.

• Two creative modes: pre-painted backgrounds + eight blanks.

• Seasonal charm: ghosts, pumpkins, flowers, hearts—ideal for October swaps.

• Stress-free crafting: Create-Your-Own ATC Kit keeps setup simple so you can focus on play.

What’s Included (detailed)

• 10 pre-cut ATC bases (2.5″ x 3.5″, 350g/m², acid-free)

• 2 pre-painted background ATC cards

• 8 blank ATC cards

• 1 sheet ghosts (blank) + 1 sheet ghosts (painted)

• 1 sheet pumpkins (blank) + 1 sheet pumpkins (painted)

• 1 sheet flowers/hearts outlines

• Quick tips guide for coloring, cutting, gluing, and swapping

Wrap up your October with the Create-Your-Own ATC Kit—a joyful, accessible way to craft, collect, and connect. Add to cart now and start your mini-masterpieces today!