Paper Crafting Inspiration and Ideas!

Learn how to customize flowers in two different ways. Layer up only part of the flower and add texture to the petals for a unique and customized look!

Today, we're stepping outside for inspiration, proving that you don't need flowers to create a card that is both elegant and deeply moving. The world of crafting often defaults to blooms, but there is a profound beauty in designs that...

Get to Know Lana My name is Lana Taber, a graphic and UX/UI designer with a strong passion for modern paper artistry, refined detail, and clean, intentional design.  Design has always been my language, from digital interfaces to handmade stationery,...

Ready to create a card that feels truly luxurious? We’re pairing the Craft-A-Flower Coral Charm Peony with the Bubbly Bumble Bee die sets, using advanced ink blending on die-cuts for a realistic, shimmering result. We're diving into the details in...

Welcome crafty friends! This is Mindy and today I’m sharing a bright and happy card featuring the Altenew Dancing Cosmos Layering Stencil and the Bubbly Bumblebee Layering Die. I love how these two designs come together to create a cheerful...

Hi everyone, Aga here! Today I’m excited to share a bright, fun, and full of dimension card made with the Pistachios Layering Die Set. This set is a limited edition, so if you love intricate layers, stunning details and unique die...

Learn how to use sentiments as a background to focal points with the new Mini Sentiments 3D Embossing Folder. Find more easy papercrafting ideas here!

Small but mighty — the Mini Blossom Die Cutting Machine is one of my favorite crafting companions. Its compact size makes it perfect for any workspace, whether you have a full craft room or just a small table by the...

In this card-making tutorial, I wanted to preserve a recent, vibrant floral scene I had in my garden. I love the texture, dimension, and bold color-blocked palette of my early autumn bloomers, and I was excited to translate that inspiration...

In today's cardstock the Crafty Necessities Coloured Cardstock is in focus as there is a fabulous sale today and tomorrow! Have a look, be inspired and enjoy saving up to 55% on coloured cardstock!

Embossed backgrounds can be the finishing touch a simple card needs. Today, I'll show you a couple of ways to add texture and dimension to your card fronts using embossing techniques, along with some beautiful die-cut flowers that are going...

Wreaths are the universal symbol of “welcome.” On a card front, journal page, or gift tag, a wreath says: Come in, get cozy, celebrate with me. If you’ve been wanting fresh ways to stamp a wreath beyond the classic circle...

Every crafter knows that a craft room is more than just a space. It’s a reflection of creativity, passion, and countless hours spent turning simple materials into heartfelt masterpieces. If your craft room could talk, what stories would it tell?...

Hi and welcome back to the Altenew blog! It's your color and texture crazy gal Erica, hi. Today we are going to combine the two. textures created with embossing folders and lots of colors thanks to the amazing array of...

Today, we're diving into a new idea for getting creative with Illuminated Scenes, this new Craft Your Life Project Kit subscription is a very innovative product as it encompasses a matching stamp and stencil, but the die and 3D embossing folder...

Hi everyone, Aga here! Today I’m excited to share an effortless floral wreath card made with Altenew’s Ethereal Blooms Stamp Set and the Stampwheel 2.0 tool. Thanks to these amazing products, I was able to create a perfectly balanced floral wreath with no complicated...

Get to Know Samantha My name is Samantha Pfrimmer and I’m so excited to be a guest designer for Altenew. A little bit about me… I started crafting about three and half years ago and I was hooked from the...

Today's beautiful floral ensemble combines elegant line art stamps with coordinating stencils and dies, making it effortless to build colorful designs. Hello Crafty Friends, This is Bibi Cameron, and I’m excited to share a pair of bright and cheerful cards...

If you're someone who finds joy in getting lost in a book, preserving memories in a scrapbook, or pouring your thoughts into a journal, you're not alone. Bookworms, scrapbookers, and journaling enthusiasts all share one beautiful thing in common: a...

Did you know Cosmos flowers have an interesting and symbolic meaning that's perfect for card making? They naturally symbolize balance, peace, and tranquility, making them an incredibly versatile choice for any occasion, but especially for crafting a heartfelt thank you...

Hello friends! Svitlana here. Today I’m excited to share a fall card featuring warm seasonal tones and a dimensional sentiment design. This project combines beautiful ink blending and layering techniques to create a cozy fall card perfect for expressing gratitude....

Today’s cards are all about showing just how versatile one die can be! The Chocolate Flowers Project Kit is packed with creative options, including a zero-waste die, a coordinating stamp set, a 3D embossing folder, and a builder stencil that...

I hope you are all ready to cozy up with a hot drink and yummy snack for today's blog post and YouTube video, where it's all about just one embossing folder! I am of course talking about the gorgeous Cozy...

Hi everyone, Aga here! Today I'm excited to share a clean and simple (CAS) card inspired by cozy sweater weather and the beautiful blooms of the autumn season. For today’s project, I combined two beautifully autumnal products: the Craft-A-Flower: Asters Layering...