Busting the Myth: "I don't have the patience for card making."
When people hear about card making, many say, "I could never do that; I just don't have the patience." This myth keeps countless individuals...
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Creating Fun Faux Stitches with Zero-Waste Embroidered Florals
Key Takeaways Zero-Waste Versatility: Using both positive and negative die-cut pieces maximizes your paper stock and generates zero scrap waste. Handmade Texture Without Thread: Fine-point acrylic markers make...
Vibrant Floral Ink Blending with Layering Stencils
Key Takeaways Dimension Through Shade Variation: Blend across complementary ink families—mixing light blush foundations with deep red accents—to create realistic petal folds and depth. Brush Size Determines Saturation:...
A Guide to Altenew’s Swatch Book & Color Swatching System
Eliminate Guesswork: Cardstock absorbs ink differently than glossy product packaging suggests; swatching reveals true-to-life pigment tones and dry-down values. Modular A7 Architecture: The faux leather album pairs with...
How to Use the Jaycee’s Swatching System for Perfect Color Palettes
KEY TAKEAWAYS Inspiration to Palette: Stop guessing your color combinations. Use your phone's camera roll or Pinterest saved pins as a real-world foundation for your cardmaking color schemes....
Altenew November 2026 Release Blog Hop + Giveaway ($300 in Total Prizes!)
Sometimes, a handmade card can say what words alone cannot. This November, Altenew celebrates the meaningful ways we show up for the people we care about. Graceful florals,...
4 Winners of $30 Gift Cards! | November 2024 Inspiration Challenge Winners
Hello there, crafty friends! We’re excited to announce the winners of the November 2024 Inspiration Challenge hosted by the amazing Nicki Baxley! Your entries...
A New Idea for Quick and Elegant Memory Keeping (With Video Tutorial!)
Hello friends! It’s Nathalie with you today with a new idea for quick and elegant memory keeping featuring the new Washi Paper Stickers. These...
Add Sparkle to Projects With Glitter Tape | Terrific Tags with Michelle (With Video Tutorial)
Hello there, Michelle here with another edition of Terrific Tags with Michelle. Today I am adding sparkle to projects with glitter tape. I love...
2 Quick, Creative Cards Using Background Stamps and the Stampwheel 2.0
Hello Altenew friends, Hannelie here today with two quick, creative designs that show how I used the Stampwheel 2.0 to breathe new life into...
Fresh, Colorful Floral Cards for the Win! | Tremendous Texture With Erica + Video
The featured image shows a handmade card using Altenew products, including the Fresh Flowers diecut set.
Last-Minute Holiday Card Ideas for Busy People
The holiday season is filled with joy and excitement, but let's face it—it can also be downright hectic. Between decorating, shopping, baking, and spending...
The Altenew 2024 Crafting Showdown Is Here!
Season 2 of Altenew’s Crafting Showdown has arrived and we’re so excited! Our 3 amazing teams are competing for the title of Season 2’s...
Festive Color Palettes for Holiday Cards
Creating the perfect holiday card is like orchestrating a festive symphony—every color needs to play its part harmoniously. In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore...
The Ultimate Inspiration Challenge: A Year in Review Challenge 2024
As we look back on an incredible year of creative Inspiration Challenges, we can’t help but feel inspired all over again! Throughout the past...
The Ultimate Inspiration Challenge: A Year in Review Challenge 2024
As we look back on an incredible year of creative Inspiration Challenges, we can't help but feel inspired all over again! Throughout the past...
Caught by Altenew: November 2024 | 8 Beautiful Crafting Projects by Altenew Fans!
We are always amazed by the incredible talent in our community. Your beautiful handmade cards and crafting projects never cease to inspire us! This...
8 Reasons to Upgrade Your Craft Room with the Stampwheel 2.0
Every craft room deserves tools that spark creativity and streamline your crafting process. The Stampwheel 2.0 promises to elevate your cardmaking, scrapbooking, and paper...
Top 10 Must-Have Supplies for Every Crafter! | November 2024 Edition
Another month is coming to an end, and we’ve compiled the top 10 best crafting supplies and card making tools for the month of...
Holiday Card with Tit Birds: A Winter Scene Full of Charm and Sparkle
Hi friends, Svitlana here. Today, I’m excited to share with you a holiday card with tit birds. This design features a couple of tit...
Your Holiday Crafting Essentials Made More Affordable With the BEST Black Friday & Cyber Monday Deals!
Black Friday and Cyber Monday are here! Are you ready to find the best creative deals on crafting supplies, such as stamps, dies, inks,...
Create an Adorable Birthday Wishes Card Design!
Hey, crafty friends! I hope all is well with you! Tenia here, and I’m adding another entry to your list of clean, simple, and...
Quick and Easy 6 x 6 -inch Scrapbooking Layout with 3D Floral Dies
Hi Altenew friends! It’s Reiko here today to share an easy and quick 6 x 6 – inch scrapbooking layout with a 3D floral...
Spin, Win, Create! How to Make the Most Out of Altenew’s Spin to Win Game!
If you’ve ever felt the thrill of opening a mystery box or scratching off a lottery ticket, you know how exciting a surprise can...
Create Last Minute Colorful Pumpkin Cards With Die-Cutting!
Ready to Make Pumpkin Cards With Die-Cutting? Hello from Scotland, Bibi Cameron here passing by to share last-minute- quick and easy colorful pumpkin cards...
What to Write on the Back of a Handmade Card?
Handmade cards are a labor of love. Whether it’s for a birthday, anniversary, holiday, or just because, a handmade card transforms a simple greeting...
4 Quick Floral Cards with the Stampwheel 2.0 | Perfect Pairings with Jaycee
Hey there Altenew friends, welcome back to another Perfect Pairings with Jaycee. Today, I’m excited to share how the innovative Stampwheel 2.0 can revolutionize...
Intertwining Leaves Big Paper Wreath | Holiday Card Idea
Hello from Scotland, this is Bibi Cameron and I had so much fun creating this Holiday card using some of the supplies included in...
4 Quick Floral Cards with the Stampwheel 2.0 | Perfect Pairings with Jaycee
Hey there Altenew friends, welcome back to another Perfect Pairings with Jaycee. Today, I’m excited to share how the innovative Stampwheel 2.0 can revolutionize...
2 Ways with 1 Layering Die Set! | November 2024 Guest Designer: Aditi Mahajan
Hello everyone! Do you love versatile layering die sets that you can use to create multiple cards easily? This post is for you! Our...
Fresh Dye Inks in Focus! Let’s Get Colorful with Erica for THREE Different Looks + VIDEO tutorial
Hi Altenew friends and fans! It’s Erica back on the Altenew Blog and YouTube channel again, aren’t you lucky, eh? (insert a big goofy...
Find Out Why You’ll LOVE This New Alcohol Marker Set!
Color is one of the most essential parts of a paper crafting project, and alcohol markers are one of the must-have tools you need...
Holiday Card and Tag Set Using Colored Cardstock with Embossing Folders and Stencils!
Hi friends! Emily Midgett here with you today, and I have some holiday inspiration to share with you that I created using gorgeous and...
Take Your Background Panels to the Next Level! | Take 2 With Therese + Video Tutorial
Hi, it’s Therese, and I’m back with another edition of Take 2 with Therese! Today, I’m sharing a simple embossing folder technique that will...
5 Reasons to Add the Cozy Comfort Socks to Your Holiday Wishlist!
As the chill of winter sets in, there’s nothing quite like curling up with your crafting supplies and letting your creativity flow. But what’s...
ONE Crafty Die-Cutting Idea Turned into THREE Cards | Tremendous Texture With Erica + Video Tutorial
Hi Altenew friends and fans, I hope you are ready to get crafty! It’s Erica back on the Altenew blog and YouTube channel today...
Watercolor & Embossing Folder Technique | Altenew Educators “Frosty Splendor” Video Hop + Giveaway
Hi there, everyone! Welcome to Altenew Educators’ video hop! The theme of this hop is “Frosty Splendor”. Our fabulous educators will create winter-themed projects...
The Ultimate Black Friday and Cyber Monday Shopping Guide for Crafters! (Discover 23 Crafting Must-Haves!)
Are you looking to upgrade your craft room with some shiny new crafting tools? Perhaps you’re still searching for the perfect gift for crafty...
A New Idea for Clean and Effortless Memory Keeping (With Video Tutorial!)
Hi there! It’s Nathalie with you today to share a new idea for clean and effortless memory keeping featuring the new Shine Bright Stamp...
The Magic of Monochrome! | Terrific Tags with Michelle (With Video Tutorial)
Hello there, Michelle here with Terrific Tags with Michelle and another edition of Creativity Unlocked featuring Craft Your Life Project Kit: Wings & Petals....
The Ultimate Guide to Designing New Year Cards (Tips and Inspiration!)
As the year winds down, there’s no better way to celebrate new beginnings than by creating your own New Year cards! Designing DIY cards...
Add Shine To Alcohol Ink Backgrounds | Creativity Unlocked
Let’s Make Shiny Holiday Cards With Alcohol Ink Backgrounds! Today I’m sharing three holiday cards that feature alcohol ink backgrounds with a touch of...
Clean and Easy Pumpkin Cards | Creative Die-Cutting with Bibi
Hello Altenew friends, Bibi here again! I love colors and my hands are always itching to grab some of the stunning Altenew Fresh Inks...
Build an Enchanting Wildflower Garden with This 4-in-1 Card Kit!
Have you ever dreamed about entering a magical world filled with wildflowers, teeming with the most beautiful butterflies? How about incorporating something like it...
Stampwheel 2.0 Release Blog Hop + Giveaway ($300 in Total Prizes!)
The much-awaited, game-changing Stampwheel 2.0 is finally here! Get ready for some smooth, hassle-free, and fun crafting sessions and create cards, scrapbooks, journals, DIY...
Stampwheel 2.0 Is Finally Here! (Video Hop + Giveaway!)
Hello everyone! Happy Stampwheel 2.0 release day! We know you’ve been waiting for this, and we’re so thrilled to finally share the new &...
5 Must-Try Tips for Organizing Craft Supplies in a Small Space
Are you tired of rummaging through piles of craft supplies just to find that one stamp or embossing folder you need? We feel you!...
6 Sensational Autumn Floral Steps for Seasonal Cards | Perfect Pairings with Jaycee
Hey there Altenew friends, welcome back to another Perfect Pairings with Jaycee. The beauty of autumn lies in its rich and moody palette, and...
4 Winners of $30 Gift Cards! | October 2024 Inspiration Challenge Winners
Hey crafty friends! We’re thrilled to announce the winners of the October 2024 Inspiration Challenge hosted by the incredibly talented April Leithner! Your entries...
2 Fun, Easy Ways to Use Coordinating Dies
Hello Altenew friends! Hannelie back on the blog today sharing two cards using the Build a Garden Breezy Petals and Add on Die Set....
Creative and Time-Saving Holiday Card Ideas for Busy Crafters
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...
VIDEO Tutorial: EASY Tips for Adding Tremendous Texture | Two Products, Two Different Looks.
Hi Altenew friends and fans! It’s Erica back on the Altenew blog (obviously, lol) and the YouTube channel with a new video and lots...
Get Ready for Cozy Crafting Sessions with the November 2024 Release Blog Hop + Giveaway ($300 in Total Prizes!)
Get ready for some cozy crafting sessions and create nature-themed cards, scrapbooks, journals, DIY gifts, and more with Altenew’s October 2024 Stamps, Dies, Stencils,...
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