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Say Goodbye to Boring Cards With Animal-Themed Designs!
Card making
Say Goodbye to Boring Cards With Animal-Themed Designs!
by support altenew | - 5 minute read
 
Don't you just love animal-themed card designs? Here at Altenew, we love using the looks of little critters to make fun and creative cards! After all, whether you're a beginner or an experienced crafter, there are always new techniques and ideas to...
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Fun and Easy Stick-It Design Ideas for Cardmaking Projects
Card making
Fun and Easy Stick-It Design Ideas for Cardmaking Projects
by support altenew | - 5 minute read
 
You may wonder what the title is about - what are stick-it ideas for cardmaking? The phrase is exactly what it is - beautiful and fun ideas for card designs that require you to cut, color, and stick with adhesives!...
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3 Ways to Save Money on DIY Holiday Gifts This Year
DIY Paper Crafting ⋄  Paper Craft Occasions/Holidays
3 Ways to Save Money on DIY Holiday Gifts This Year
by support altenew | - 6 minute read
 
The holidays are a time for giving, and what better way to show your loved ones how much you care than by making them a unique and thoughtful gift? But if you're on a tight budget this year, don't worry...
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5 Easy and Fun Holiday Card Ideas With Embellishments
Paper Craft Occasions/Holidays
5 Easy and Fun Holiday Card Ideas With Embellishments
by support altenew | - 5 minute read
 
The holidays are just around the corner! Are you looking for ways to add some extra flair to your holiday cards? If so, embellishments may be the perfect solution! Embellishments are fun, easy to use, inexpensive, and can inspire many...
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How to Get the Best Paper Crafting Deals on Black Friday 2022
DIY Paper Crafting
How to Get the Best Paper Crafting Deals on Black Friday 2022
by support altenew | - 6 minute read
 
It's that time of the year again! The Black Friday and Cyber Monday season is HERE, and it's the perfect time to stock up on paper crafting supplies.  Thinking Of You Die Every year, these two events spur us crafters...
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4 Fun Thanksgiving Card Ideas to Show Your Gratitude
Paper Craft Occasions/Holidays
4 Fun Thanksgiving Card Ideas to Show Your Gratitude
by support altenew | - 5 minute read
 
Get your pumpkin embellishments out because the fourth Thursday of November is coming, and we know what that means - Thanksgiving Day 2022! This year, it will be celebrated on November 24, a fun time to come together with family...
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Get Into the Spirit of World Kindness Day with These Handmade Cards
Paper Craft Occasions/Holidays
Get Into the Spirit of World Kindness Day with These Handmade Cards
by support altenew | - 7 minute read
 
 Dancing Sunflowers Complete Bundle It's never too early to start thinking about how you'll celebrate World Kindness Day 2022! This year, why not ditch the store-bought cards and show your loved ones how much you care with a handmade creation?...
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3 Paper Crafting Problems Solved by Adhesives
DIY Paper Crafting
3 Paper Crafting Problems Solved by Adhesives
by support altenew | - 6 minute read
 
If you're a crafter, then you know that sometimes things don't always go as planned. Sometimes, you already have the perfect project in your head, but little happy accidents can happen. Random ink splatters on your card, a torn paper...
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Quick and Easy Christmas Card
Quick and Easy Christmas Card
by Laurie Willison | - 1 minute read
 
Hey there friends! It's Laurie Willison here with another quick and simple card. Christmas Cards are so much fun to make but definitely time consuming when you are making a bunch at one time. Keeping it simple helps to save...
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Crafting a World of Sustainability with Alcohol Inks
DIY Paper Crafting
Crafting a World of Sustainability with Alcohol Inks
by Altenew LLC | - 4 minute read
 
In the world of paper crafting, we all know that we tend to produce a lot of paper scraps and material waste. Sometimes, we can find other uses for them in other projects, but often, they end up in our...
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How to Use Dies for Impressive Cardmaking
Dies and Die-cutting
How to Use Dies for Impressive Cardmaking
by Altenew LLC | - 4 minute read
 
Do you want to know the secret to an impressive and one-of-a-kind card? You may have guessed it from the title already, but the answer lies in dies! Die Cutting 101: An Ultimate Guide to Dies and Die Cutting Many...
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How to Declutter Your Craft Room in 8 Easy Steps
Craft Room Organization ⋄  Craft Room Organization & Storage Ideas
How to Declutter Your Craft Room in 8 Easy Steps
by Irick Arbuso | - 4 minute read
 
  How to Organize Crafting Essentials If you're a crafter, you know that having a tidy, well-organized craft room is a must. Not only does it make finding crafting supplies easier, but it also helps the creative juices flow. Of...
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5 Fun and Creative DIY Bookmark Ideas
DIY Paper Crafting
5 Fun and Creative DIY Bookmark Ideas
by Altenew LLC | - 5 minute read
 
Book Club Stamp and Die Set If you're a bookworm, then you know the importance of a good and unique bookmark! Not only do they keep your place so you can pick up right where you left off, but they...
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Fun Paper Crafting Projects With Scrapbook Paper
DIY Paper Crafting
Fun Paper Crafting Projects With Scrapbook Paper
by Altenew LLC | - 5 minute read
 
Do you use scrapbook paper? Scrapbook paper is commonly used in scrapbooking and paper crafting projects. True to its name, scrapbook paper is perfect for photo albums and decorative pages. However, did you know you can use scrapbook paper in...
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The Best Adhesives for Paper Crafting Projects
Crafting Basics ⋄  DIY Paper Crafting ⋄  Masking ⋄  New Release Highlights
The Best Adhesives for Paper Crafting Projects
by Altenew LLC | - 4 minute read
 
Adhesives are an essential tool for paper crafters. It helps to keep materials in place and can add extra dimension or interest to a project. But what is the best adhesive for paper crafts? Many different types are available, so...
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3 Creative Ways to Use Your Stencils in Paper Crafting
DIY Paper Crafting
3 Creative Ways to Use Your Stencils in Paper Crafting
by Altenew LLC | - 5 minute read
 
If you're a crafter, then you know that stencils are a must-have tool in your craft room. They're perfect for creating quick and easy designs and can add great interest, texture, and dimension to your cards, scrapbook pages, and journaling...
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How to Use Embossing Folders for Outstanding Projects
Mixed Media Art
How to Use Embossing Folders for Outstanding Projects
by Altenew LLC | - 5 minute read
 
If you're looking to add extra depth and interest to your paper crafting projects, embossing folders are a great way to do it! All you need is a basic knowledge of how to use them, and you'll be able to...
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How to Watercolor With Markers
Watercoloring
How to Watercolor With Markers
by Altenew LLC | - 5 minute read
 
Using watercolors to color is a popular technique among artists and paper crafters. After all, watercolor is a fun medium to use and a great way to add extra visual interest to your cards and scrapbook pages!  Usually, traditional watercoloring...
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5 Amazing Paper Crafting Techniques You Should Know
Beginner Tutorials ⋄  DIY Paper Crafting ⋄  DIY Papercrafts ⋄  How-To Guides ⋄  Memory Keeping and Journaling
5 Amazing Paper Crafting Techniques You Should Know
by Irick Arbuso | - 5 minute read
 
Paper crafting is a magical art that manages to turn simple scraps of paper into beautiful handmade works. Despite the digitalization of many art forms, paper crafting remains a relevant hobby that people love. After all, there is still a...
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Celebrating World Card Making Day 2022 with Holiday Cards
Paper Craft Occasions/Holidays
Celebrating World Card Making Day 2022 with Holiday Cards
by Altenew LLC | - 5 minute read
 
October 1 is approaching, and card makers everywhere are excited because the first Saturday in October can only mean one thing: WORLD CARD MAKING DAY! This day holds a special place in our hearts because it is when we celebrate the...
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How to Use Watercolor Paint Tricks in Cardmaking
Watercoloring
How to Use Watercolor Paint Tricks in Cardmaking
by Altenew LLC | - 5 minute read
 
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced crafter, watercolor paint is an essential medium to use in your card designs! It's a versatile tool that produces astounding results. If you want to incorporate more watercolor techniques in your projects, let...
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7 Essential Stitches for PERFECT Embroidery Flowers | Perfect Pairings with Jaycee + Video Tutorial
DIY home decor ⋄  DIY Paper Crafting
7 Essential Stitches for PERFECT Embroidery Flowers | Perfect Pairings with Jaycee + Video Tutorial
by Jaycee Gaspar | - 2 minute read
 
Hi Altenew friends, it's Jaycee with seven essential embroidery stitches for flowers! Is this your first time with embroidery? Don't worry it was the same with me. Practice makes perfect and I was surprised at how meditative the sewing experience...
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Celebrate International Podcast Day 2022 with Must-Listen Crafting Podcast Episodes
DIY Paper Crafting ⋄  Paper Craft Occasions/Holidays
Celebrate International Podcast Day 2022 with Must-Listen Crafting Podcast Episodes
by Altenew LLC | - 6 minute read
 
September 30 is International Podcast Day! This international holiday is a celebration of the power of podcasts. In honor of this special day, we wanted to give our listeners a few fun facts and trivia about podcasts, as well as...
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Everything You Need to Know About Coloring on National Coloring Day 2023
Coloring ⋄  Paper Craft Occasions/Holidays ⋄  Watercoloring
Everything You Need to Know About Coloring on National Coloring Day 2023
by Altenew LLC | - 3 minute read
 
As the vibrant hues of summer begin to fade, we eagerly awaits the arrival of National Coloring Day 2023 on September 14th. This annual celebration of creativity and imagination ignites the hearts of both young and old, transcending generations as...
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