How Altenew’s Innovative Tools and Supplies Transform Every Crafter’s Experience Forever

by Adi Gregorio - 4 minute read

Last Updated: March 3, 2025

Crafting is an expression of creativity, a source of stress relief, and a way to bring beauty into everyday life. With constant advancements in crafting tools and techniques, Altenew aims to stay at the forefront of innovation, inspiring crafters with cutting-edge tools that redefine typical processes and turn them into something even better.

A staged image of a handmade card featuring a vase with cute little flowers from Altenew's Zero Waste collection

Altenew innovative tools exist to improve your workflow, ranging from products like zero waste dies for sustainable crafting, or easy die layering with the Key-Hole system. There’s something for everyone, so let’s explore how Altenew’s game-changing tools transform your crafting journey!

A thumbnail image featuring Altenew crafting systems

How It All Started: Behind-the-Scenes Insights on Altenew’s Innovative Tools and Supplies

Pushing boundaries. Going beyond the norm. Crafting with convenience and happiness in mind. These are what drive the crafting tools that you can only find at Altenew.

“At Altenew, we strive to set trends. NOT follow them.” - Lydia Evans

Key-Hole System

Die-cutting has never been easier with the Key-Hole system. Featuring a convenient guide for crafters, this system includes arrows, keyholes, and triangles to help you layer dies with ease. You’ll never have to worry which layers go before what because all instructions are already laid out in plain sight!

A handmade greeting card featuring various shades of pink and a subtle 'hello' sentiment, made with the Fragrant Peony Layering Die Set

Craft-A-Flower Fragrant Peony Layering Die Set

"I thought it might be hard to layer the die cuts correctly, but each layer is numbered AND they have little keyhole and arrow cut-outs to help you line them up properly. Super easy to use, with beautiful results!" - Julie S.

One-Go

Let’s face it, crafting can be incredibly time-consuming, which can sometimes take the fun out of the experience. With the One-Go system, crafting in bulk is easier than ever. Designed to eliminate repetitive stamping, foiling, or stenciling processes, you can easily create multiple stamped images in one fluid motion, perfect for crafting in bulk!

One-Go Solid Sentiments Stamp Set

"This is my go-to stamp set for sentiments. I love that I can have a bunch of them ready quickly." - Nandini K.

Zero Waste Dies

Ever felt a bit bad about leaving so much scrap paper after crafting? Throwing too much scrap cardstock away isn’t best for the environment, and Altenew has the solution for products that promote zero waste! When cut, both the positive and negative sides of these dies can be used for a variety of crafting projects, whether for project backgrounds, focal points, or accents.

A memory-keeping image of a fall-themed handmade card featuring pretty orange and pink colors, and the positive and negative sides of the Zero Waste Autumn Leaves Die from Altenew

Zero Waste: Autumn Leaves Die

"I like the new options of zero-waste bundles. I could literally make 3 or 4 cards from just one!" - Linda G.

Stampwheel and Stampwheel 2.0

Have trouble with precise placement or repeat impressions with stamping? The Stampwheel is here to take your woes away! With precision inch scales, a rotational clear plate that locks at equal intervals, and so much more, you will never have to worry about misaligned stamps.

Stampwheel 2.0

"The extra space on the Stampwheel 2.0 makes creating even more fun! Now I can work with a full 8x11.5 inch piece of paper and get FOUR A2 cards from one stamping session! The clever detachable side also makes this a must-have upgrade." - Laura H.

Crafting the Future: Projects That Push Creative Boundaries

Need a bit of inspiration for your next innovative crafting project? We’ve got you covered! Here are some project photos made with products you can only find at Altenew.

“A major part of Altenew’s mission is to make sophisticated crafting techniques more approachable.” - Bridget Casey

Intricate Zero-Waste Designs

Intricate isn’t always synonymous with difficulty. Die-cutting a set from the Zero Waste collection can produce the most beautiful dies in mere seconds! Use the positive and negative parts for future projects, set some aside for another card, or use them in the same one! The possibilities are truly endless.

A pretty blue and green handmade card with a 'hello' sentiment and dainty flowers in the background

Crafting with Ease AND in Bulk!

Not sure which sentiment or design to use? How about two or more of them in the same product? With the One-Go system, you can make sentiments in bulk and set them aside for future projects, or use more than one in a single project like this gorgeous card:

A photo of a fun, geometric, colorful handmade card featuring multiple birthday greeting sentiments

Create Stunning Realistic Designs with Ease

Your projects don’t always need to look flat or one-dimensional. With some innovative tools from Altenew, you can create breathtaking, realistic designs like this Bearded Iris-themed card. It looks like a professional made it, but in reality, you can do it with ease thanks to the Key-Hole system.

A realistic handmade card featuring gold accents and a purple bearded iris flower

Get Endless Crafting Inspiration with Altenew!

Crafting is meant to be an expression of creativity, so being open-minded to new techniques and innovative supplies is essential. It not only makes the crafting process easier but also hones your creativity and promotes fulfillment in your projects.

With Altenew’s innovative tools, you can transform your creative journey into something truly extraordinary. Learn more about all things creative and game-changing from Altenew In The Craft Room!

Frequently Asked Questions

A: Altenew aims to become a trailblazer in the crafting industry, coming up with ways to solve crafter struggles and make the experience convenient and enjoyable at the same time.

A: You can use this system with anything that works for you! It’s great for paper crafting, but you can definitely use it for mixed-media projects as well.

A: The great thing about Zero Waste dies is that you don’t have to waste paper while crafting. Use the positive side as cute accents or focal points in your projects while the negatives can be amazing backgrounds or accent pieces to add texture. Feel free to mix and match for a result that works for you!

How Altenew’s Innovative Tools and Supplies Transform Every Crafter’s Experience Forever