3 Unique Die Cut Flower Textures for Dimensional Designs | Perfect Pairings with Jaycee
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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,...
Colorpalooza 2024: Kids' Coloring Contest | Color Your Way to Over $500 Worth of Fabulous Prizes!
Do you know what holds a special place in our hearts at Altenew? Kids and coloring! Little artists, it's YOUR time to shine with...
Create Handmade Cards That Will Make Them Go “Wow!”
Are you tired of giving the same old store-bought cards for every occasion? Do you want to impress your friends and family with handmade...
Welcome the Newest Members of the Altenew Crafty Creator Team + Giveaway!
Get ready for a major dose of inspiration with the arrival of Altenew’s NEW Crafty Creator Team! These amazing designers are about to take...
How to Achieve 2 Completely Different Looks with 1 Stamp Set (2 Handmade Cards, 1 Set!)
Hello Altenew friends, Hannelie here today to show you how to make two handmade cards, using the new Build-A Garden: Sulfur Cosmos and achieve...
10 Cardmaking Tips You Wish You Knew When You Were Starting Out
Are you new to the world of cardmaking? Do you wish you had known some essential tips and tricks when you were just starting...
4 Winners of $30 Gift Cards + Future Hop Guest Spot! | June 2024 Inspiration Challenge Winners
Hey, crafty friends! We’re so excited to announce the June 2024 Inspiration Challenge winners! Your entries showered us with a wave of creativity and...
July 2024 Release Blog Hop + Giveaway ($300 in Total Prizes!)
Get ready to embrace the tranquility of the outdoors with Altenew’s July 2024 Release Blog Hop! This month’s collection is bursting with stunning florals...
How to Hot Foil Over an Embossed Background | July 2024 Release Video Hop + Giveaway!
Immerse yourself in a creative escape with the Altenew July 2024 Collection! In today’s video hop, Lydia will share how to hot foil over...
Easy Handmade Card Ideas with Vellum Paper
Are you looking for some creative and unique card ideas to elevate your card making game? Have you always wanted to use vellum on...
Bold Backgrounds and Subdued Florals – A Contrasting Design with Craft-A-Flower: Japanese Anemone
Hello friends! Svitlana here. In my cards, I often gravitate toward bold designs, especially bold backgrounds. Lately, I found myself drawn to pairing a...
Subtle Memory Keeping Idea with a Twist! (With Video Tutorial!)
Hi there! It’s Nathalie with you today to bring you a subtle memory keeping idea with a twist featuring the beautiful Bouquet of Poppies,...
Elevate Clean and Simple DIY Projects with Stamping, Stenciling, and Die-Cutting (With Video Tutorial)
Hello there, Michelle here with another edition of Terrific Tags with Michelle where I’ll be sharing some tips and tricks to elevate clean and...
Press Plate Fun! Create gorgeous texture with 1 product | Two different ways | Tremendous Texture with Erica
Hi Altenew fans! It’s Erica back on the Altenew blog and Youtube channel today with some press plate shenanigans. Oh yes, we are going...
How to Use Alcohol Marker Art on Handmade Cards
Are you a card maker looking to elevate your handmade cards with stunning and realistic art? Alcohol markers are the perfect medium for creating...
Must-Have Products to Create 6×6 Scrapbook Pages
Hello, Altenew friends! Reiko Tsuchida here with you today. I’d like to share some must-have Altenew products when creating 6×6 scrapbook pages. If you...
What Is World Watercolor Month and How to Celebrate It as a Cardmaker?
World Watercolor Month is a time to celebrate the beauty and versatility of watercolors in art and creativity. For cardmakers, scrapbookers, and paper crafters,...
Break Out of the Rut: 5 Hacks to Spark New Card Making Ideas
Are you feeling stuck in a card making rut? Do you find yourself using the same old techniques and designs over and over again?...
From Smudge to Stunning: Salvaging Alcohol Marker Art with Fussy Cutting
Hello, everyone! It’s Erum here, back with another exciting project and a VIDEO for the Creative Coloring with Erum video series. Today, I planned...
DIY Greeting Card with Tropical Vibes | July 2024 Inspiration Challenge with Tenia Nelson
Hey, y’all! Tenia here, and I am so excited to be hosting the July 2024 Inspiration Challenge this month where I’ll share an EASY...
Quick & Easy Card Ideas with a Fun Twist!
Are you tired of spending hours trying to come up with the perfect card design? Do you struggle with finding products that work well...
8 Beautiful Projects by Altenew Fans This Month! | Caught by Altenew: June 2024
Calling all crafty wizards! The quest for showstopping cards for Caught by Altenew is on! Dust off your spellbooks (we mean stamps and die)...
Top 10 Best Crafting Supplies and Tools | June 2024 Edition
This just in! We’ve compiled the top 10 best crafting supplies and card making tools for the month of June! So if you’re looking...
Busting the Myth: You Need a Lot of Crafting Supplies to Make Beautiful Handmade Cards
When it comes to card making, there’s a common misconception that you need a ton of crafting supplies to create stunning handmade cards. Do...
5 Simple Prompts to Spark Your Creativity on World Watercolor Month
World Watercolor Month is just around the corner! If you’ve been hoping to get into watercolors and incorporate them in your handmade cards, then...
EASY Cardmaking Tip to Make Your Focal Point Pop!
Hello Altenew friends, Hannelie here today, sharing a clean and simple “miss you” card, with a quick and easy cardmaking tip on how to...
Die Cutting Fun for Memory Keeping (With Video Tutorial!)
Hello friends! It’s Nathalie here with a fun new die cutting fun for memory keeping idea filled with color and a very graphic design....
5 Surprising Reasons Your Handmade Cards Aren't Turning Out Right (And How to Fix Them)
Are you frustrated that your handmade cards never turn out "right"? Tired of your cards never quite living up to your vision? Don't worry,...
Minimalist 6×6 Scrapbooking Layout with Cupcake Cosmos Flowers
Hello, everyone! Reiko here, and today I am sharing a 6×6 scrapbooking layout. I used the brand new 3D embossing folder – Cupcake Cosmos...
Quick and Easy 5-Minute Birthday Card with Metallic Die-Cuts | Creative Die-Cutting with Bibi Cameron
Hello there, Bibi Cameron here and I’m sharing a quick and easy 5-minute birthday card idea using the new Craft-A-Flower: Japanese Anemone Layering Die...
3 Hidden Techniques for Stenciling Stunning Backgrounds | Perfect Pairings with Jaycee
Hey there, Altenew friends, it’s Jaycee! The Dynamic Duo is a great way to grow your stenciling stash. Keep reading to find out my...
Overcome Your Fear of Press Plates with These Tips & Techniques
Do press plates make you break into a cold sweat? Have you always wanted to try them but don't know where to start? If...
This Unique Cardmaking Bundle Is PERFECT for Clean, Simple, and Fun Greeting Cards!
Hey beautiful crafty friends! Hope all is well! Tenia here, and I’m sharing this super simple and fun greeting card using the amazing cardmaking...
Altenew x The Mint Gardener Collaboration Release Blog Hop + Giveaway ($300 in Total Prizes!)
Join Sarah Simon, also known as The Mint Gardener, for an exciting collaboration with Altenew! These products feature floral designs that will instantly make...
A Beginner's Guide to Creating Watercolor Floral Cards (Feat. Altenew x Sarah Simon Collection)
Are you a watercolor enthusiast looking to add a touch of spring florals to your handmade creations? We’ve got you! The exclusive collaboration between...
Relaxing Watercolor Florals | Altenew x Sarah Simon (The Mint Gardener) Exclusive Collection Video Hop
Have you ever wished you could capture the fresh beauty of spring on your cards all year long? Well, wish granted! We’re thrilled to...
Make Your Next Card POP with WHITE Die-Cut Flowers! | Take 2 With Therese (Layering Die Techniques + Video)
Hi, it’s Therese, and I am back with another edition of Take 2 with Therese! Today, I’m sharing two beautiful cards with white die-cut...
Revolutionize Your Cardmaking with These Time-Saving Tips
Are you a card maker who is always short on time but wants to create beautiful and unique handmade cards? In this blog post,...
These Watercolor Floral Cards Are SUPER EASY and Beginner-Friendly! (Creativity Unlocked feat. Garden Bouquet Set)
Hello, everyone! It’s Aga here and today I’m sharing two CAS watercolor floral cards created with the new Garden Bouquet Stamp Set. This 6″...
Chic and Easy Unisex Cards: Perfect for Any Occasion!
Hello, everyone! It’s Erum here, back with another exciting project and a VIDEO for the Creative Coloring with Erum video series. Today, I will...
Effortless Journaling Hack That Transforms Your Pages Instantly (With Video Tutorial) | Creativity Unlocked
Hello, crafty friends! It’s Nathalie DeSousa here today with a new journaling hack for a clean, colorful, and stylish journal spread featuring the new...
Easy One Layer Card… With Depth and Texture?! | Tremendous Textures with Erica (with Video Tutorial!)
Hi, Altenew fans! It’s Erica, back with some more fun card making shenanigans, and today we are going to make a couple of textured...
The ONE Die-Cutting Hack You NEED to Try! | Creative Die-Cutting with Bibi Cameron
Hi there! Bibi here and today, I’m sharing a fun die-cutting hack you need to try! Make sure you check out my Creative Die-Cutting...
Goodbye Ordinary Cards, Hello Stunning Nature-Inspired Creations!
Crafting the perfect handmade card can sometimes feel like a daunting task, especially when you're looking to create serene, nature-inspired designs. If you’re feeling...
How to Use Intricate Patterns in Clean and Simple Cards
Hello, Altenew friends! Hannelie here today and I am so excited to share a new project featuring a set of three clean and simple...
5 Simple Tricks to Make Father's Day Cards That Stand Out
Father's Day 2024 is just around the corner, and what better way to show your appreciation than with a personalized card? While store-bought cards...
Watercoloring Hot Foiled Press Plate Images with Emily! | Creativity Unlocked
Hi friends! Emily Midgett here with you today, and I have some inspiration using the beautiful new Blossoming Apple Press Plate. Welcome to Creativity...
5 Mistakes to Avoid When Using Alcohol Markers for Cardmaking
If you’re a cardmaker or DIY paper crafter who loves using alcohol markers to add vibrant colors to your projects, you may have encountered...
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