Paper Crafting Inspiration and Ideas!

We’ve all experienced that moment when we want to send a little love, comfort, or encouragement, but aren’t quite sure how to say it. It can be tough to find the right words and card design for sympathy cards or...

Raise your hand if you’ve ever looked at the pile of floral die-cuts and paper bits on your desk and thought, “I’ll use these one day…” You’re not alone. For many of us, crafting comes with a little mess and...

If you’ve ever found yourself standing in your craft room, surrounded by cardstock paper, beautiful stamp sets, colorful ink pads, and your favorite dies but still feeling stuck for ideas, you’re not alone. We know that even the most passionate...

Crafting is more than just a hobby; it’s a journey filled with creativity, self-expression, and moments of pure joy. Whether you're assembling a DIY card or tackling a multi-step scrapbook layout, each completed project brings a surge of accomplishment. Today,...

The holidays are just around the corner, and if you plan to send your loved ones a bunch of handmade cards, it’s time to get crafting!  In this guide, we’ll show you some holiday card ideas perfect for the upcoming...

If you’ve ever found yourself staring at a pile of die-cuts, wondering how to bring them to life, you’re not alone. Turning ideas into tangible projects is often overwhelming, especially with so many choices and techniques available. In this blog...

Have you ever found yourself wrestling with layering dies, only to end up with a project that looks more like a puzzle gone wrong than a beautiful handmade card? You’re not alone! Layering dies can be a game-changer, especially for...

Do you struggle with color coordination when it comes to crafting? Whether you’re designing handmade cards, scrapbook layouts, gift tags, or DIY home decor, finding the ideal color combinations can feel overwhelming. Lucky for you, our colored cardstock and dye...

Are you a beginner at die cutting? Looking for cool die cutting techniques you can try? Well, you came to the right place! Die cutting has evolved beyond simple shapes and designs, becoming a versatile and dynamic crafting technique that...

In the world of crafting, innovation is a constant driving force that pushes artisans and creators to explore new horizons. One such innovation that has gained significant attention is the concept of "zero-waste dies." These innovative dies provide intricate and...

Are you looking for ways to add extra creativity to your crafting projects?  Well, have you ever considered using nesting dies? These innovative tools can take your projects to new heights, allowing you to create beautiful layered designs easily. Soda...

Ask any crafter, and they'll tell you it's true - no craft room is complete without craft dies! Cutting dies for cardmaking are one of the essential supplies for enchanting projects, and here at Altenew, we just can't get enough...

Do you want to know the secret to an impressive and one-of-a-kind card? You may have guessed it from the title already, but the answer lies in dies! Die Cutting 101: An Ultimate Guide to Dies and Die Cutting Many...

How would you like to cut out your shapes with a machine instead of by hand? It's called die cutting, and it’s made possible with a die cutting machine! Die cutting machines come in many forms, given that the process of die cutting...

Die cutting machines are a staple in every crafter’s room. This all-around handy machine is not just for cutting dies; you can also use it to emboss, deboss, score, write, draw, engrave, and scan. While the machine is the “star”...

Finding the best die-cutting machine for your crafting needs isn’t easy, especially with the increasing number of choices in the market today. Should you get a big one or a small one, a manual or an electronic one? It might...

Learn 5 quick and easy ways on how to use craft dies for paper crafting. If you are looking for easy to follow hacks, tips, and tricks using paper craft dies, we have listed 5 various ways right here. Perfect for both beginners and advanced crafters, cardmakers, and scrapbookers!