Paper Crafting Inspiration and Ideas!

Botanical Rails 3D Embossing Folder – 2 Quick but Elegant Congratulations Cards
 
Elegant cards don’t have to take forever! Sometimes all it takes is a favorite embossing folder, a bit of shimmer, and a simple sentiment to create something special. Hello Altenew friends, Hannelie here and today I’m sharing two quick “Congratulations”...
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Different Inking Techniques with Embossing Folders | Tremendous Textures with Erica
 
Hi and welcome back to the Altenew blog! It's your color and texture crazy gal Erica, hi. Today we are going to combine the two. textures created with embossing folders and lots of colors thanks to the amazing array of...
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Which Pigment Ink Matches Your Personality?
 
Let’s face it—your favorite pigment ink says a lot about you. Just like your coffee order or your go-to crafting tools, the ink you reach for reflects your unique creative spark. With Altenew’s newest pigment inks— Bronze, Silver, and Platinum—you’re not...
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Warm Autumn Woodland Scene Using NEW Watercolor Tubes!
 
If you enjoy nature-inspired projects, this watercolor technique is perfect for creating cozy depth and dimension on embossed panels. Welcome back to Creative Coloring with Erum! Today, I’m painting a warm, autumn woodland scene using only three of Altenew’s new Watercolor...
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Getting Creative with Illuminated Scenes (+Video Tutorial) | Inspired By A Card with Nathalie
 
Today, we're diving into a new idea for getting creative with Illuminated Scenes, this new Craft Your Life Project Kit subscription is a very innovative product as it encompasses a matching stamp and stencil, but the die and 3D embossing folder...
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Stamping & Die Cutting Made Easy! (With Video Tutorial)
 
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...
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Effortless Floral Wreath Card with Ethereal Blooms Stamp Set and Stampwheel
 
Hi everyone, Aga here! Today I’m excited to share an effortless floral wreath card made with Altenew’s Ethereal Blooms Stamp Set and the Stampwheel 2.0 tool. Thanks to these amazing products, I was able to create a perfectly balanced floral wreath with no complicated...
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October 2025 Guest Designer of the Month
 
Get to Know Samantha My name is Samantha Pfrimmer and I’m so excited to be a guest designer for Altenew. A little bit about me… I started crafting about three and half years ago and I was hooked from the...
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Blooming Lantana – A Watercolor Puzzle You’ll Love to Piece Together
 
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,...
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Serene Blooms – Warm and Uplifting Floral Cards
 
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...
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Fun Ideas for Book Lovers, Scrapbookers, and Journal Fans
 
If you're someone who finds joy in getting lost in a book, preserving memories in a scrapbook, or pouring your thoughts into a journal, you're not alone. Bookworms, scrapbookers, and journaling enthusiasts all share one beautiful thing in common: a...
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October 2025 Release Blog Hop + Giveaway ($300 in Total Prizes!)
 
There’s a beautiful shift in the air. The days are getting shorter, the leaves are turning that perfect shade of gold, and a gentle call is leading us inward—toward warmth, reflection, and, most importantly, creativity. The new Altenew October Release,...
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Balanced Thank You Card with Naturally Beautiful Cosmos | Perfect Pairings with Jaycee
 
Did you know Cosmos flowers have an interesting and symbolic meaning that's perfect for card making? They naturally symbolize balance, peace, and tranquility, making them an incredibly versatile choice for any occasion, but especially for crafting a heartfelt thank you...
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Fall Card Idea: Aspen Sky Background & Dimensional Sentiment
 
Hello friends! Svitlana here. Today I’m excited to share a fall card featuring warm seasonal tones and a dimensional sentiment design. This project combines beautiful ink blending and layering techniques to create a cozy fall card perfect for expressing gratitude....
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The Altenew October 2025 Release is Here!
 
The new Altenew October Release has arrived, and it brings a gorgeous selection of stamps, dies, and tools perfect for settling into cozy, creative crafting. While the florals are stunning (as always!), this collection is really about texture, ambiance, and...
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Step Up Your Stencil Game: Deco Leaves Background Techniques | Take 2 With Therese + Video
 
Learn two creative ways to use background stencils with multi-inking techniques! Step up your cardmaking with layered die-cut flowers and unique backgrounds.
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Beautiful, Crafty Illuminated Scenes Made Easy!
 
How would you like to highlight just part of a scene—without having to dig out your masking tape? Introducing the Craft Your Life Project Kit: Illuminated Scenes from Altenew! This clever kit makes it simple to spotlight and illuminate an area...
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Versatile Die-Cutting: 3 Creative Ways to Express Thanks
 
Today’s cards are all about showing just how versatile one die can be! The Chocolate Flowers Project Kit is packed with creative options, including a zero-waste die, a coordinating stamp set, a 3D embossing folder, and a builder stencil that...
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3 Ways to Make Die-Cuts Pop! (With Video Tutorial)
 
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...
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Cozy Cards with One Embossing Folder
 
I hope you are all ready to cozy up with a hot drink and yummy snack for today's blog post and YouTube video, where it's all about just one embossing folder! I am of course talking about the gorgeous Cozy...
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How to Make a CAS Card with Altenew Craft-A-Flower: Asters and Embossed Background
 
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...
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October 2025 Inspiration Challenge
 
Inspiration is everywhere! From home decor, to clothing and definitely flowers. My inspiration came in the form of a gorgeous bouquet I received for my birthday in August from Altenew. Welcome friends! This is Mindy and I'm so excited to...
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Saved by Swatches: Rethinking Die Cut Colors
 
Have you ever started a card, only to realize the colors just weren’t working together? That’s exactly what happened to me in today’s project. Instead of starting over, I turned to my trusty cardstock swatches and found a new color...
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The Unexpected Beauty of Pansies for Autumn Cards | Perfect Pairings with Jaycee
 
While many people associate autumn with the rich colors of leaves and traditional florals like chrysanthemums or dahlias, there's another flower that holds a special, often overlooked, meaning for the season: the pansy. Hi there, everyone, it's Jaycee. Welcome back...
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