Paper Crafting Inspiration and Ideas!

Wax Sealing Ideas for Last-Minute Holiday Projects
 
There’s something extra magical about crafting during the holidays. Maybe it’s the cozy glow of twinkling lights or the joy of creating thoughtful, handmade gifts for your loved ones. Either way, it’s a wonderfully festive time of year when you...
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Blending Old and New Altenew Favorites for a Festive Christmas Card
 
In this post we learn how older and newer Altenew products come together effortlessly to create an elegant and cohesive Christmas card
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Clean and Simple Warm Wishes Card
 
Hey Crafty Family! Tenia here with a super festive and easy-to-create clean and simple Warm Wishes card! I used the amazing Festive Tree Stamp and Die Bundle to create this CAS (clean and simple) holiday card. If you're looking for quick,...
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A Vibrant Autumn Scene with Pink Petunias and Yellow Lantana | Perfect Pairings with Jaycee
 
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...
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Warm Autumn Woodland Scene Using NEW Watercolor Tubes!
 
If you enjoy nature-inspired projects, this watercolor technique is perfect for creating cozy depth and dimension on embossed panels. Welcome back to Creative Coloring with Erum! Today, I’m painting a warm, autumn woodland scene using only three of Altenew’s new Watercolor...
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Balanced Thank You Card with Naturally Beautiful Cosmos | Perfect Pairings with Jaycee
 
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...
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Saved by Swatches: Rethinking Die Cut Colors
 
Have you ever started a card, only to realize the colors just weren’t working together? That’s exactly what happened to me in today’s project. Instead of starting over, I turned to my trusty cardstock swatches and found a new color...
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The Unexpected Beauty of Pansies for Autumn Cards | Perfect Pairings with Jaycee
 
While many people associate autumn with the rich colors of leaves and traditional florals like chrysanthemums or dahlias, there's another flower that holds a special, often overlooked, meaning for the season: the pansy. Hi there, everyone, it's Jaycee. Welcome back...
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One Stencil Set, Four Seasons!
 
What color palette do you think should be used for each season of the year? Autumn is pretty obvious, with oranges, yellows, and a touch of red and brown. Winter might be blue-ish with silver, and white perhaps. Summer might...
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Create 3 Easy Cards with the Majestic Maple Tree Layering Die Set!
 
The autumn season is here, and it's that time when crafters pull out their warm color palettes and earthy tones, and create the coziest projects fit for fall. That's exactly what we're going to explore today!  Hello from Scotland! This...
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CAS Fun Fall Card created in a few steps!
 
Hey Crafty Family!! Tenia here with this super CAS and fun fall card. I created this card using the brand new Nesting Circle Dies Set and the Autumn Whispers Complete Bundle. I am always needing a great Autumn card and the Autumn Whispers...
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Get Inspo for Quick Holiday Cards with Stamps, Die Cutting, and More!
 
The holiday season can be a whirlwind of baking, decorating, shopping, and yes, cardmaking! But what if you're running low on time yet still want to send out heartfelt handmade cards before the holiday season rolls around? We've got you...
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Create a Stunning Autumn Bouquet | Altenew Educators "Color Me Autumn" Video Hop + Giveaway
 
Learn how to mix and match Altenew floral dies to create a stunning Autumn bouquet card. This tutorial covers inking, layering, and background techniques to craft dimensional flowers perfect for autumn projects or wall art.
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10 Quick Autumn Cards with 1 Stencil Set
 
When autumn rolls in, many of us feel inspired by the crisp air, warm drinks, and colorful leaves, but sometimes the crafting inspiration doesn’t arrive as quickly as the cooler weather. If you’re looking for fresh, doable ideas for your...
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Autumn Inspired Card Using One-Go: Solid Sentiment Strips 3 Press Plates and Autumn Whispers Bundle
 
Hi everyone, Aga here! Today I’m excited to share a clean and simple handmade card that captures colourful, autumn feeling we all love this time of year. For this project, I used the One-Go: Solid Sentiment Strips 3 Press Plates/Foil Plates (Gratitude...
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Stretch Your Supplies with Mini Delight : Garden Friend - Minimal Waste, Maximum Creativity
 
Hello Altenew friends! Hannelie here, and today I’m sharing a little trio of projects that all began with one stamp and die set and a single design idea! I pulled out the Mini Delight -Garden Friend Stamp & Die Set —...
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'Fall' In Love with Papercrafting in Autumn
 
As autumn rolls around the corner, it's that time of year again for us to 'fall' back in love with the cozy season. Today, we're playing with different color palettes and floral elements to embrace the beauty of fall!  Hey...
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Fall in Love with Autumn-Themed Gratitude Journal Ideas!
 
As the crisp autumn breeze rolls in and golden leaves crunch beneath our feet, there's something magical about the fall season that invites reflection, coziness, and creativity. One of the most fulfilling and healing practices you can adopt this time...
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From Summer to Autumn: Ink Blending the Strong Oak Stencil for Fall Cards
 
Today’s card is all about transitioning From Summer to Autumn: Ink Blending the Strong Oak Stencil for Fall Cards. Hi friends, Mindy here! I’m bringing back a previously released favorite, the Strong Oak stencil, and giving it a whole new...
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Holiday Card Inspiration: Colorful Pop-Up Bows with Gold Accents
 
It's never too early to start making cards and projects for the holidays. And when we think of the festive season, one of the first things that comes to mind is presents and bows! That's the inspiration for today's project....
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10 Simple Autumn Greeting Card Designs with Big Impact
 
Crisp mornings, golden leaves, and cozy moments, it’s official: autumn is here! And what better way to celebrate the season than by creating autumn greeting cards filled with warmth and handmade love? If you're looking for easy but eye-catching fall card...
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Bring a Romantic Autumnal Feel To your Projects (+Video!) | Inspired By A Card with Nathalie
 
It's always an inventive idea to combine different products as they bring contemporary and graphic design in the background with the soft and delicate design of the blooms, along with finding contrast with the texture and vibrancy of the leaves....
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One Embossing Folder, Two Easy Ideas : Wanderlust Travel Inspired Cards.
 
There’s just something magical about embossing folders — they’re one of the most affordable tools in a card maker’s stash, yet they can deliver such a wide range of effects! With just one design, you can create clean, elegant backgrounds...
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Adding A Holiday Feel To Your Projects featuring Mini Delights: Time To Celebrate | Inspired By A Card with Nathalie + VIDEO
 
This beautiful new set can easily be used on all sorts of projects, and I think you are going to love the stamp set and the die (loving the die, personally) and find ways to use them. I'll be creating...
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