Paper Crafting Inspiration and Ideas!

Each month, a member of the Altenew Design Team (or guest designer) selects a photo that they have taken and then uses that as inspiration for a project. We want to share the fun, of course, and so we invite...

Hello there, Michelle here with another edition of Terrific Tags with Michelle. Today I am pairing die cutting with stenciling. I really love combing different techniques on projects, but it is especially great for scene building.  For my scene I...

Ready to give your bird images a moment in the spotlight? Today I’m sharing two bird focal point card ideas that show just how easy it is to create big impact with simple techniques and a few coordinating supplies. Hi...

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!

Learn two creative ways to use background stencils with multi-inking techniques! Step up your cardmaking with layered die-cut flowers and unique backgrounds.

Bring out the detail of 3D embossing folders by adding simple stenciling and ink blending on top. Find more easy cardmakign ideas here!

Welcome back to Creative Coloring with Erum. Today I am taking one floral stamp and turning it into two completely different cards. I’ll be working with the Charming Clusters Stamp Set and coloring it using Artist Alcohol Markers in the...

Create a bold jewel-toned floral card with gold accents and a dark background using the Build-A-Garden: Breezy Petals set.

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!

Each month, a member of the Altenew Design Team (or guest designer) selects a photo that they have taken and then uses that as inspiration for a project. We want to share the fun, of course, and so we invite...

The Mini Delight sets often combine stamping and die cutting together, but none as easy as this set! I am also sharing some tips and tricks for creating clean and simple cards.  Hello there, Michelle here with another edition of...

If you love puzzles, you will love Altenew’s newest Mini Delight: Blooming Lantana. It’s playful, clever, and lets you build your florals piece by piece — a creative twist that’s both relaxing and rewarding. Hi there, everyone! Erum Tasneem here,...

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...

Learn two creative ways to use background stencils with multi-inking techniques! Step up your cardmaking with layered die-cut flowers and unique backgrounds.

It's no secret that die-cutting is one of the best and most popular ways to add interest and beautiful texture to your projects. That's why it's so much fun to explore different techniques and tricks to make the experience even...

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...

Do you have a favorite season? What if I told you that you can recreate that vibe any time you want… with just one die set? One die set doesn’t have to be one look. By changing a few colors,...

Learn how to add splatter to projects in a controlled way with Fine Liner Pens! All the fun without the mess! Find more easy cardmaking ideas here!

If you want to add pops of colour to your cards but are short on time, strips of coloured card stock is hard to beat time wise. You don't need a specific diecut for this, it's probably faster to just...

Have you ever wanted to make a big, beautiful statement with your card design? You can fit all of your beautiful elements in one card, with the right trick! Today I’m sharing two fun fold ideas perfect for a larger...

Summer is the perfect season for adventure, whether that means relaxing at a cozy beach resort, exploring a new city, or simply enjoying a weekend getaway. But even while traveling, it's wonderful to carve out a little creative time just...