Quick Holiday Cards with Non-Traditional Colors (Feat. Timeless Sentiments: Holiday Edition)
Hi friends! Emily Midgett here with you today, and I have some inspiration to share with you using the brand new Timeless Sentiments: Holiday...
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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,...
Create Holiday Cards in Less Than 5 Minutes! (Feat. Timeless Sentiments Die Set: Holiday Edition)
Hey, crafty friends! I hope all is well with you! Tenia here, and I’m adding another entry to your list of clean and simple...
Cheerful Holiday Card with Cardinals (Quick & Easy Holiday Cardmaking Tips!)
Hello everyone! Svitlana is here. Today, I’m sharing a card that kickstarted my personal holiday cardmaking of 2024 and which features several recently released...
Colorpalooza 2024: Kids’ Coloring Contest Winners
Each child has the potential to be an artist, and every color stroke predicts future creativity. Let’s celebrate the wonderful talent that has touched...
2 Clean and Simple Holiday Wreath Cards Using ONLY DIES!
Hello Altenew friends, this is Hannelie! Today, I’m excited to share how I created two clean and simple holiday wreath cards using only dies....
How to Add Brush Lettering to Handmade Cards
Handmade cards are a beautiful way to show someone you care, and adding brush lettering can take your creations from 0 to 100 instantly....
Cheerful Double-Sided DIY Tag (With Video Tutorial) | Terrific Tags with Michelle
Hello there, Michelle here with another edition of Terrific Tags with Michelle. Today, I am sharing how you can extend the design from the...
Stampwheel Tips and Tricks Every Crafter Should Know | Tremendous Textures with Erica
Hi, Altenew fans and friends, it’s Erica back on the Altenew blog and YouTube channel, and today we are going to play with the...
No Stamps? No Problem! | Easy CAS Card Idea with Aga
Hello, everyone! It’s Aga here, and today I would like to share an easy CAS card idea created with no stamps or inks. In...
Layering Dies 101: Overcoming Common Struggles with Dies
Have you ever found yourself wrestling with layering dies, only to end up with a project that looks more like a puzzle gone wrong...
5 Proven Tips for Easy Card Color Combination! | Take 2 With Therese (With Video Tutorial)
Hi, it’s Therese, and I’m back with another edition of Take 2 with Therese! Today, I’m sharing 5 proven tips for easy card color...
5 Fun Techniques with Embossing Paste
If you’re looking to add some serious flair to your cardmaking projects, you’re in for a treat. Embossing paste is one of those magical...
Mastering Small Stamps for STUNNING Scenes! | Altenew Educators “Harvest Hues” Video Hop + Giveaway
Hello everyone! Erum here! Welcome to the Altenew Educators Video Hop! The theme of this hop is Harvest Hues, and we have some amazing...
Quick and Easy Holiday Memory Keeping Layout (With Video Tutorial!)
Hello crafty friends! It’s Nathalie here with a new idea for a quick and easy holiday memory keeping layout featuring some of Altenew‘s latest...
2 Cards, 1 Die Set: Holiday Cards That Shine | A Touch of Sparkle with Carissa Wiley
Holiday cards were meant to sparkle. Today, I’m going to show you how to make two holiday cards that shine and create 2 cards...
Quick and Simple Floral Pastel Friendship Card
Hello, everyone! It’s Aga here and today I’m sharing a floral, pastel friendship card using Mixed Blooms Stamp Set. Quick and Simple Floral Pastel...
How to Celebrate National Coloring Day as a Cardmaker
National Coloring Day is a day dedicated to celebrating the joy and creativity of coloring. It falls on September 14th every year and provides...
How to Make the Most Out of Your Stencils + EASY Watercolor Background
Hello Altenew friends, Hannelie here and I’m sharing tips on how to make the most out of your stencils. Today, I’m creating a bright...
4 Winners of $30 Gift Cards! | August 2024 Inspiration Challenge Winners
Hey, crafty friends! We’re so excited to announce the August 2024 Inspiration Challenge winners, hosted by the incredibly talented Claire Apostoloff! Your entries showered...
EASY Foam Tape TRICK to Make Your Cards POP! | Tremendous Textures with Erica
Hi, it’s your texture and layers obsessed girl Erica back on the Altenew blog and YouTube channel today, with what can only be described...
5 Inspiring Cards That Will Make You Want to Try Watercolor Tubes
Have you ever stared at a blank card, feeling stuck, and yearning for that spark of inspiration? As cardmakers, we often find ourselves juggling...
5 Steps to Create Stunning Cards with Colored Cardstock | Perfect Pairings with Jaycee
Hello, crafty friends! Today, we’re diving into the vibrant world of colored cardstock, specifically focusing on Altenew’s stunning Build-A-Garden: Alluring Orchids. Released in September...
Create Simple Winter Scenes with Cardstock Scraps (With Video Tutorial) | Terrific Tags with Michelle
Hello there, Michelle here with another edition of Terrific Tags with Michelle. I don’t know about you but I keep all my cardstock scraps,...
How to Create Year-Round Cards with Wreaths
If you thought wreaths were only for holiday crafting projects, think again! We’ve just released our very first registration press plate - the Regal...
Clean and Simple Card Idea You Can Make in 5 Minutes!
Hey, crafty friends! I hope all is well with you! Tenia here, and I’m adding another entry to your list of clean and simple...
Simple Trick to Add Dimension to Scrapbooking Layouts
Hello, Altenew friends! This is Reiko here. I’m sharing a 6×6 scrapbooking layout with the brand new Craft Your Life Project Kit: Mixed Blooms....
You Can Also Be a Cardmaking Pro (Here’s How!)
Are you a beginner cardmaker who feels intimidated by the incredible creations of professional cardmakers? Do you find yourself thinking, "I'll never be as...
Easy Interactive Memory Keeping feat. Pocketful of Joy Bundle (With Video Tutorial)
Hello crafty friends! It’s Nathalie with you today bringing a new idea for an easy interactive memory keeping layout featuring the new Pocketful of...
Creative Layering & Watercolor Magic: Elevate Your Cards
Hello, creative friends! It’s Erum here, and I’m thrilled to share a super easy and quick watercolor technique with you today, featured in the...
How to Make Flowers That Pop Off Your Card! | September 2024 Inspiration Challenge
Inspiration Challenge Photo Each month, a member of the Altenew Design Team (or guest) selects a photo that they have created themselves and then...
8 Beautiful Projects by Altenew Fans This Month! | Caught by Altenew: August 2024
We are always amazed by the incredible talent in our Altenew community. Your beautiful handmade cards never cease to inspire us! Make sure you...
Top 10 Best Crafting Supplies You Never Knew You Needed! | August 2024 Edition
This just in! We’ve compiled the top 10 best crafting supplies and card making tools for the month of August! So if you’re looking...
Get Started on Holiday Cards with Altenew September 2024 Release (Blog Hop + Giveaway: $300 in Total Prizes!)
Are you ready to get a jumpstart on your holiday cards, scrapbooks, journals, DIY gifts, and more? You definitely need to check out Altenew’s...
How to Create Meaningful DIY Cards with Tranquil Greetings
Do you want to create DIY greeting cards that truly resonate with the people you care about? We all know the struggle of wanting...
2 Ways to Use Our FIRST-EVER Registration Press Plate | September 2024 Release Video Hop + Giveaway!
Hello everyone! Lydia here and I’m so excited to share our very first registration press plate, Regal Wreath! I’m going to share 2 ways...
5 Versatile DIY Cards for Every Occasion
Are you feeling stuck in a cardmaking rut, struggling to find fresh and versatile ideas for DIY cards? We’ve all been there! But don’t...
Just Because Card Idea with Fun Surprise See-Through Element!
Hello, Altenew friends! Hannelie here, with “Just Because” card idea featuring stripes and flowers. I used a beautiful floral stamp from the Rustic Charm...
Sweet and Fun BUT Elegant Thank You Card
Hello, everyone! It’s Aga here and today I’m sharing some tips on how to create a sweet and fun but elegant thank you card....
2 Creative Cardstock Techniques Meet Ink-Blended Florals | Perfect Pairings with Jaycee
Hello, crafty friends! Today, we’re diving into the wonderful world of colored cardstock with two fantastic techniques featuring vibrant ink-blended florals. Altenew has recently...
How to Craft with Kids - Tips for Engaging Children in Cardmaking
Crafting with kids is not only a fun activity but also a beneficial one. It allows children to express their creativity, develop essential skills,...
Sweet Handmade Card Ideas with Chocolate Flowers! | Creative Die Cutting with Bibi
Hello from Scotland, this is Bibi Cameron and today I’m sharing sweet handmade card ideas using the new Craft Your Life Project Kit: Chocolate...
Making Intentional Choices to Create a Coordinating Card Set!
Hi friends! Emily Midgett here with you today on the Altenew Blog, and I have a pair of coordinating card set that use two...
Create Your Own Mushroom Cottage Themed Card with Colored Cardstock and Dies!
Hello everyone! Svitlana is here. Today, I’m sharing a mushroom-themed card featuring the wonderful Mushroom Cottage Layering Die Set and the new Crafty Necessities...
Here’s Why You Can Still Make Gorgeous Handmade Cards (Even If You’re Not Artistic!)
Have you ever felt like you're just not artistic enough to create beautiful, eye-catching handmade cards? Well, we’re here to tell you that you...
Show Us Your Blend! A Cardmaking Challenge with Altenew Alcohol Markers | Create, color, & win prizes!
Are you a cardmaker who loves alcohol markers? This contest is for YOU! We are back for another round of Creativity Inspired Contest. As...
How to Use Small Stamps to Get a BIG Impact! | Take 2 With Therese (With Video Tutorial)
Hi, it’s Therese, and I am back with another edition of Take 2 with Therese! And, I’m sharing two fun and cheerful designs using...
Ink Blending and Embellishments Make Everything Better! | Tremendous Textures with Erica (with Video Tutorial)
Hi, ink blending fans! It’s Erica back on the Altenew blog and YouTube channel with a card featuring yummy ink blending and some subtle...
Adding Impact to Your Memory Keeping Planner (With Video Tutorial) | Creativity Unlocked
Hi there! It’s Nathalie with you today to share a new idea on adding impact to your memory keeping planner featuring the new Craft...
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