Paper Crafting Inspiration and Ideas!

Elegant Clean & Simple Card Using Craft-A-Flower: Gladiolus Die Set
 
The Craft-A-Flower: Gladiolus Layering Die Set allows you to build stunning gladiolus blooms with intricate layers, delicate buds, and graceful leaves. Whether using soft pastels or bold hues, this set adds elegance, depth, and a burst of floral beauty to any creation. ...
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4 Winners of $30 Gift Cards! | July 2025 Inspiration Challenge Winners
 
We're so excited to announce the winners of the July 2025 Inspiration Challenge! Your entries were absolutely incredible, perfectly capturing the theme and making it truly difficult to select just four winners. Thank you to everyone who participated and generously...
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The Secret to Standout Cards: Textured Flowers | Perfect Pairings with Jaycee
 
Have you ever wanted to add a tactile, velvety feel to your stenciled floral cards? I've got a fun technique for you today using embossing paste and a watercolor brush to give your projects beautiful, touchable dimension. Hi there Altenew...
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Masculine Ink Blended Card with Brilliant Waves Stencil
 
This new stencil from Altenew is perfect for crafting serene landscapes or modern abstract designs, and the best part? it's all up to your vision and creativity!  Hello crafty friends! Svitlana here today, sharing a bold and creative masculine ink-blended...
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August 2025 Release Blog Hop + Giveaway ($300 in Total Prizes!)
 
Get ready to explore new creative horizons because the Altenew August 2025 Release is here, and it's an invitation to an unforgettable crafting adventure! This enchanting collection is designed to help you capture the beauty of nature and tell your unique...
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Take Your Designs up a Notch with Texture and Details! | Tremendous Textures with Erica
 
One of the fun things about Press Plates is that you can't only use them with the BetterPress system, you can also hot foil, and add color or shimmer to the texture of the Press Plate. You can also use...
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5 Masculine Card Ideas for the Outdoorsy People In Your Life
 
Ever feel like you’re stuck when it comes to making masculine cards? You’re not alone, and it’s not your fault. The truth is, most cardmaking inspiration leans heavily toward florals and soft, delicate designs, leaving little room for rugged, gender-neutral...
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How to Finish a Card When You're Feeling Uninspired
 
Ever stared at a half-finished card and felt like your creativity simply vanished? We’ve all been there! Creative slumps happen if you’re a seasoned crafter or dabbling in cardmaking. Luckily, you don’t have to wait for inspiration to strike. Instead,...
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Die Cut & Stencil in the Great Outdoors: 8 Reasons Why Outdoor Crafting Is a Must!
 
If you're used to crafting in the same spot every day, whether it’s your desk or craft room, it's time to shake things up! Outdoor crafting is more than just a change of scenery, it’s a chance to reconnect with...
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Spotlight Coloring: A Fun Way to Add Color to Projects (With Video Tutorial)
 
Today is National Coloring Book Day, so we're grabbing all of our fun supplies like coloring books and pens to make a beautiful project!  Hello there, Michelle here with another edition of Terrific Tags with Michelle. Today, I have a...
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August 2025 Inspiration Challenge
 
We are absolutely thrilled to announce the August 2025 Inspiration Challenge, and this month, we have the incredibly talented Oleksandr Azarov as our Challenge Host! Get ready to dive into a world of vibrant creativity inspired by a stunning new color...
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Caught by Altenew: July 2025 | 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 monthly post aims to put a spotlight on talented crafters who shared their gorgeous projects with...
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It’s Christmas in July! Let’s Explore 6 Ways to Add Shimmer and Sparkle to Your Projects
 
Altenew has an AMAZING array of bling and shimmer products, like Gem Sparkles and Pearl Dots, metallic card stock, hot foil, sequins, and metallic watercolors. So much to choose from! It's like a candy shop for crafters! Hi Altenew fans...
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Adding A Holiday Feel To Your Projects featuring Mini Delights: Time To Celebrate | Inspired By A Card with Nathalie + VIDEO
 
This beautiful new set can easily be used on all sorts of projects, and I think you are going to love the stamp set and the die (loving the die, personally) and find ways to use them. I'll be creating...
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Get LOTS More Mileage From Every Die Cut - A Touch Of Sparkle With Carissa Wiley
 
Zero Waste dies are a great way to get more out of your crafty time.  Today, I'm going to use the brand new Zero Waste: Ornamental Winter Pattern die in two ways.  I'll even show you a third way to...
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Sweet and Festive Holiday Baking Card
 
Hello crafty friends! Svitlana here, and today I’m sharing a holiday baking card that captures the warmth of a kitchen filled with cookies and joy. This card features a festive cookie scene and one of my favorite techniques for mimicking...
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Stretch Your Stamps - Two Looks With One Set + Video Tutorial
 
Today, we’ll be diving into some fun ink blending techniques to achieve both bold and bright, as well as soft and subtle styles. Whether you’re feeling dramatic or dreamy, you’ll find inspiration here! Hello and welcome back to Inking It...
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Zero Waste Ornamental Winter
 
The holidays are just around the corner, and what better way to start making some projects early than with a fun set of festive and cheerful crafting supplies?  Hello from Scotland! Bibi Cameron here sharing a vibrant and bold holiday...
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From Everyday Moments to Holiday Magic: Versatile Scrapbook Layouts with Cozy Home Dies
 
Home is where my heart truly belongs, and where my children's laughter fills every room. I love capturing our everyday moments -whether we're cooking, relaxing, or playing- and turning those cherished photos into creative scrapbooking layouts that celebrate our life...
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Elegant Bows, Endless Possibilities | Embossing + Stenciling + Die-Cutting Fun!
 
Elegant Bows is a versatile trio of an embossing folder, coordinating coloring stencils, and a zero-waste die set. This trio is perfect for making everything from bold backgrounds to dimensional focal points, and it’s ideal for all kinds of papercraft...
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Non Traditional Seasons Greetings Card
 
Hey Crafty Family!! Tenia here with this super fun and non traditional Seasons Greetings card! I used the Craft Your Life Project Kit: Cozy Spaces !!! This is definitely the time to start creating some Holiday cards!! The earlier the...
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Inking on Dark Cardstock: A Creative Twist for Embossed Panels | Video Tutorial
 
Looking for a creative way to use your embossing folders—especially on dark cardstock? In today’s blog post and video tutorial, I’m sharing three vibrant card panels made with one embossing folder and a few clever inking tricks. If you love...
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A New Creative Idea Featuring Wax Seals | Inspired By A Card with Nathalie + VIDEO
 
The new Cookie Topper Wax Seal Stamp, Wafer Texture Wax Seal Stamp, and A Gift For You Wax Seal Stamp are the perfect companions for memory-keeping projects, and I wanted to incorporate them into one of my 6x8 Journal entries....
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Debossing Magic! An Easy Way to Add Texture to Die-Cuts (with Video Tutorial)
 
Get ready to stamp, layer, and celebrate with the Festive Triangles Stamp Set and Press Plate! This playful set features three triangle sizes, each with mix-and-match pattern layers composed of florals and geometrics. Whether you're crafting modern designs or festive creations,...
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