Paper Crafting Inspiration and Ideas!

Designing Handmade Projects with a Touch of You
In a world dominated by digital communication, the charm of receiving a handwritten note on a beautifully crafted handmade project is incomparable. These artistic creations are not just projects but tokens of love, care, and creativity. In this blog post,...
10 Clean and Minimalistic Card Design Ideas to Try
Are you ever caught in the middle of crafting the perfect card, only to find yourself wrestling with the age-old challenge of utilizing white space effectively? We've all been there - wanting to try all the techniques on one card...
The Top 10 Craft-Your-Life Project Kits We Love
Crafting is not just a hobby; it's a way to express creativity and bring beauty into our lives. Altenew's Craft-Your-Life Project Kits have taken the crafting world by storm, offering an array of stunning kits that allow crafters to create...
Fun Inky Tips for Adding Color to Embossed Designs
Embossing is a classic and elegant technique that adds dimension and texture to your paper crafts. Whether you're creating stunning handmade cards, scrapbook layouts, or art journal pages, embossed designs have an undeniable charm. But have you ever thought about...
Easy Ways to Create Cards With a Modern Aesthetic
In the digital age, we may rely heavily on emails and instant messaging for communication, but there's still something special about receiving a physical card. Whether for a birthday, holiday, or just a heartfelt note, a beautifully designed card can...
Tips for Easier and Faster Cardmaking for Busy Crafters
Let's face it: if we could devote our whole lives to crafting, we would! However, more often than not, real life gets in the way, and sometimes, we struggle to find time for paper crafting. In the hustle and bustle...
Fun Debossing Ideas to Try For Your Next Cardmaking Project
We all know how much you love embossing - but today's blog post focuses on its opposite sibling, debossing! While the two can be used interchangeably, debossing is another cardmaking technique that offers beautiful texture and depth to your projects....
Only at Altenew: Things We Love About Their Crafty Products
When it comes to paper crafting supplies and cardmaking supplies for beginners, Altenew has earned a reputation for offering high-quality and innovative products.  In this blog post, let's explore what we love about Altenew's crafty products, highlighting their exceptional features...
How to Make Unique Hand-Stitched Greeting Cards
Are you like us, who are captivated by the intricate beauty and tactile delight of handmade stitched cards? Stitching your cards is one of the more advanced cardmaking techniques around, but the results that they give are exquisitely stunning! If...
Beautiful Card Ideas for Using Printed Paper Packs
Printed or patterned paper packs are a treasure trove of inspiration when creating stunning handmade cards.  With their eye-catching designs and versatile patterns, these packs offer endless possibilities for crafting heartfelt greetings. In this blog post, we'll explore creative ideas...
Heartfelt Thank You Card Ideas for Every Family Member
What's the best way to make someone smile? By sending them a touching thank you card! Even without a memorable holiday or event, there's nothing quite like the feeling of being grateful for the love and support of our family...
Card Inspirations for the 2023 Pantone Color of the Year
Are you looking for exciting ideas and inspirations on how to use the 2023 Pantone Color of the Year in your cardmaking projects? Well, you're in luck because today's blog post is all about Pantone's Color of the Year 2023:...
How to Make Quick Yet Lovely Cards With Washi Tape
Do you love crafting cards but wish there were a way to do it more quickly and easily? If your answer is yes, here's the solution: washi tape! This small but mighty crafting essential has helped turn cardmaking into something...
Add Sparkle and Glam to Birthday Cards With Embellishments
Birthday cards are a great way to show someone you care and make their special day even more special. If you're looking for ideas to spruce up your birthday card designs, then we have an answer for you - embellishments!...
12 Days of Crafting With Altenew’s Year-In-Review Sale
As the year comes to a close, it's a great time to take stock of the paper crafting products that have made our projects a success. From colorful cardstock to gorgeous stamps and intricate dies, so many unique products enabled...
Learn to Paint the Colors of the Rainbow With Liquid Watercolors
Do you like to make your cards colorful? Here at Altenew, we totally do, and we've found that the perfect way to get beautiful, vibrant colors is by using liquid watercolors. This easy-to-use paint can be added to cards in...
Say Goodbye to Boring Cards With Animal-Themed Designs!
Don't you just love animal-themed card designs? Here at Altenew, we love using the looks of little critters to make fun and creative cards! After all, whether you're a beginner or an experienced crafter, there are always new techniques and ideas to...
Fun and Easy Stick-It Design Ideas for Cardmaking Projects
You may wonder what the title is about - what are stick-it ideas for cardmaking? The phrase is exactly what it is - beautiful and fun ideas for card designs that require you to cut, color, and stick with adhesives!...
Best Greeting Card Ideas for Beginner and Expert Cardmakers
Do you ever get in a crafting rut? You know, the one where you feel like you've tried all the cardmaking ideas out there and are just plain bored with your craft supplies? If so, this blog post is for...
14 Handmade Thank You Cards and Thank You Card Messages
Making your own thank you cards is not only easy, it's also a great way to show your appreciation and gratitude to someone. Plus, it's a lot cheaper than store-bought cards! This blog post will show you how to make easy...
Unique Embossing Folders Designs
Embossing folders are fun to add texture and interest to your paper crafting projects. But with so many designs available, it can be tough to decide which folders to buy. Not to mention what to do with them! They come...
13 DIY Birthday Card Ideas That Are Fun and Easy!
Learn 13 homemade birthday card ideas. Try these fun and easy handmade card ideas using minimal supplies, with how-to videos and step-by-step instructions.
Stamping using Alphabet Craft Stamps
If you're a card maker, scrapbooker, or paper crafter, then you know that using clear stamps is a great way to add personality and interest to your projects. And if you're looking for a way to sprinkle some extra flair,...
Use Texture to Make Monochromatic Die-Cuts Shine!
Hello, Altenew friends! Emily Midgett here with you today, and I have a few tricks to share to help make a monochromatic card that uses lots of textures to help the die-cut sentiment stand out from the background! Creating Monochromatic...