Arched Sentiments: A Fresh Twist on Sentiment Stamping

Sometimes, the smallest detail can completely change the personality of a handmade card, and it can even be in the elements you suspect the least! In today’s blog, we’re going to talk about sentiments, specifically those that are made in a more unique shape so that you can create heartfelt sentiments that complement your projects beautifully. 

That is where arched sentiments come in with their graceful curves and unexpected placement. They bring movement, softness, and visual interest to card designs. It doesn’t matter if you’re a crafter who enjoys framing a floral arrangement, following the shape of an image, or simply looking for a fresh way to finish a card; arched stamps offer plenty of creative possibilities. Today, we’re going to share some project inspiration with you! 

Arched Sentiments Stamp Set

As the name suggests, arched sentiments are stamp sets made to replicate the shape of an arch that feature heartfelt words or phrases that you can use to accompany your handmade card elements. It’s a great way to contribute to a theme, especially if you’re making a project for a specific occasion such as birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, and more.

At Altenew, we have a new set of arched sentiments that are wonderful for different occasions. Choose from versatile sentiments ranging from “you’re the absolute best” to “so grateful for you”, all of which would be a wonderful addition to your handmade creations. Their shape makes them perfect for die sets or to complement certain stamp shapes or card backgrounds.

If you still need a bit of convincing with arched sentiments, let’s dive into five different project inspiration choices to give you a better idea! 

Sometimes, crafters want to play around with longer stamped sentiments, not just phrases that are around three to four words long. If you want to use a sentiment that takes quite a bit of space in your cardmaking layouts, these arched sentiments are the way to go. Take the handmade greeting card below, for instance, which includes an arched frame window of a forest silhouette, and the frame is completed by a beautiful arched sentiment that reads: “I don’t say it enough, but I am so incredibly thankful for you.”

Arched Sentiments Stamp Set

While stamps and other designs are wonderful for the main design of your handmade cards, you can also use your supplies for the inside of your projects. For example, if you ever feel tired of the usual plain interior of your handmade cards, use some stamps, stenciled designs, and more! Take the handmade card below, for instance, which includes a subtle stamped image paired with an arched sentiment. To finish it off, a couple of embellishments like gem dots or sequins are perfect. And of course, don’t forget about writing something like a heartfelt note or your recipent’s name. 

There’s beauty in only using one sentiment and letting other elements of your card take the spotlight. However, you can always stack or mix and match your different sentiments. For instance, an arched sentiment stamp in this handmade card below works great with the nesting arch die, but the scripty ‘thanks’ sentiment die complements the yellow flower wonderfully. Don’t be afraid to use multiple sentiments in one project, people! 

Arched Sentiments Stamp Set

You can definitely use your arched sentiments on coordinating die sets of the same size, but you don’t have to be limited to that option either. For all of the scrapbooking and memory-keeping crafters out there, an arched sentiment can be used to pair with other crafting elements like die-cuts, embellishments, or buttons like the one featured in the project below. You can also use the stamp directly onto a stenciled background or maybe an image that you printed for your scrapbook. Just be sure to place the arched sentiment on a generally plain section of the photo, so it won’t be overshadowed by other details. 

You can certainly go maximalist with your handmade cards and use multiple focal points or sentiments in one project. However, you can never go wrong with going for a simpler approach, like the handmade greeting card below. You’d be surprised how beautiful your project can look with just a die set or two, and a trusty sentiment that ties everything together. 

Arched Sentiments Stamp Set

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