Paper Crafting Inspiration and Ideas!

Hello friends! Svitlana is here. Today I’m sharing a fun and bold card created using one of the easiest but most impactful techniques I’ve tried lately—what I call the acrylic marker cardmaking technique. It's a great way to create a...

Create two bold thank you cards using one stencil and different techniques! Watch as Erum shares step-by-step instructions featuring Altenew’s Playful Stripes Stencil, Fresh Dye Inks, and floral die-cuts. Perfect for those who love inky backgrounds and versatile stencils!

When life feels busy but your heart is full of creative ideas, there's nothing more rewarding than slowing down to craft something meaningful. With just a few quality tools, a bit of imagination, and your favorite dies, you can create...

We are kicking off our May 2025 Inspiration Challenge with some bold, bright, and fun congratulations card ideas! The fabulous Rebecca Keppel is hosting this month's Inspiration Challenge with 2 gorgeous handmade card ideas to help you celebrate special moments....

February is here and we have a new monthly challenge for you! This time around, we have the wonderful Erica to introduce the February 2025 Inspiration Challenge with some projects featuring the most relaxing color choices! February 2025 Inspiration Challenge...

Hello crafty friends! Nicki Baxley is on the blog to introduce the November 2024 Inspiration Challenge and share a pair of layered poinsettia holiday cards! November 2024 Inspiration Challenge Each month, a member of the Altenew Design Team (or guest...

Hello crafty friends! April Leithner is on the blog to introduce the October 2024 Inspiration Challenge and share a pair of handmade cards that have a ton of dimension! October 2024 Inspiration Challenge Each month, a member of the Altenew...

As we approach World Cardmaking Day 2024, it's a wonderful reminder for all of us to slow down, get creative, and pour our hearts into making beautiful cards. For many cardmakers, this day is more than just a celebration; it's...

Hello there, Michelle here and I am delighted to be hosting the September 2024 Inspiration Challenge where I will share how to make paper flowers pop off your handmade card. Inspiration Challenge Photo Each month, a member of the Altenew...

If the struggle to create a visually striking, high-impact handmade card is all too real, then this post is exactly what you need. Between finding the right balance of design elements, experimenting with different techniques, and trying to achieve that...

Are you looking for some new and exciting techniques to incorporate alcohol inks into your crafting projects? Do you love the look of marble or stained glass? You’re in luck! In this blog post, we'll explore 5 alcohol ink techniques...

Hi, it's Therese, and I am back with another edition of Take 2 with Therese! Today, I'm sharing two beautiful and very different cards with press plate techniques and tips, alongside Altenew's Rustling Leaves Press Plates. Not sure what ‘press...

You've probably spent countless hours admiring those Instagram-worthy handmade cards with seamless and mesmerizing ink blending.  The good news is you can achieve those stunning designs, too! Let's dive into the wonderful world of ink blending and unlock the secrets...

Hi everyone! Erum here with a new project and video for the Creative Coloring with Erum video series. My project today features the embossed card with Pigment Ink magic! I have combined the letterpress technique with the regular inking over...

Hello there everyone! Happy Friday! Lydia here. Today, I’ll be sharing a video where I show the difference between ink blending on vellum; on the top and the back. If you want to learn how to do this technique, keep...

Hello there, everyone! Lydia here! Today, I'll be sharing a technique that will give a beautiful soft focus look with the help of a vellum flap. To start, I took a 5″ x 5 1/2″ piece of vellum. I scored...