Paper Crafting Inspiration and Ideas!

Hello, Altenew friends! Today, let’s step into the gentle, storybook world of the Mini Delight: Nestled Whimsy Stamp & Die Set. This petite set may be small in size, but it opens the door to creating heartfelt, nest‑themed designs for your...

Paper piecing was one of the first techniques I explored when I began cardmaking, and this project felt like the perfect opportunity to return to it. For today’s project, I created a bold and elegant paper piecing featuring rich purples,...

Hi everyone, Aga here! Today I’m excited to share a very CAS, nature-inspired card created with the Mini Delight: Nestled Whimsy Stamp & Die Set along with the Watercolor Compact – Deep Muse. This is a lovely combination of two compact sets. The Watercolor...

Hi there! Erum Tasneem here with a new VIDEO!  Watercolor florals have a way of slowing us down and letting us truly enjoy the process. In today’s project, I’m sharing a slightly more advanced watercolor session featuring deep, muted tones...

Create a clean and simple card with the Altenew Mini Delight Nestled Whimsy set in this easy stamping tutorial, perfect for crafting modern, meaningful, and beautifully minimal designs.

Hello crafty friends! It's Nathalie with you to share an idea to bring class and elegance to your projects featuring the new Creative Cuts: Feathered Beauty Layering Die Set and other newly released products.  I am not a bird lover,...

Hello there, Michelle here with another edition of Terrific Tags with Michelle. Today I am pairing die cutting with stenciling. I really love combing different techniques on projects, but it is especially great for scene building.  For my scene I...

Hello from Scotland! This is Bibi Cameron, today I’m sharing a simple holiday card created using layered die cutting and a classic festive color palette. This project focuses entirely on die cuts, combining elements from the Decorative Lantern, Feathered Beauty...

Ready to give your bird images a moment in the spotlight? Today I’m sharing two bird focal point card ideas that show just how easy it is to create big impact with simple techniques and a few coordinating supplies. Hi...

Welcome back to another edition of Perfect Pairings with Jayce! Today, we’re showing you a No Stress Stamping method that results in a vibrant, satisfying watercolor card—or in our case, two beautiful cards! This technique is perfect for any skill...

There’s something extra magical about crafting during the holidays. Maybe it’s the cozy glow of twinkling lights or the joy of creating thoughtful, handmade gifts for your loved ones. Either way, it’s a wonderfully festive time of year when you...

Get to Know Our Guest Designer - Jennifer Hello everyone! My name is Jennifer (@armieritagli on Instagram), and I’m very excited to be here today as a guest designer for Altenew! I’ve always been passionate about music, art, and creativity. I’m...

When two passionate floral artists meet, magic happens. That's exactly what came to be when Altenew co-founder Tasnim Ahmed and the beloved watercolor artist Sarah Simon (aka The Mint Gardener) joined creative forces. What started as shared admiration through Sarah’s...

It’s that bittersweet time of year again, the moment where we take a look back on all of the achievements and amazing memories experienced, but also get a chance to look forward to what comes next. That’s what you can...

Welcome to the Altenew December 2025 Release Blog Hop! As the year draws to a close and the world rests under winter’s glow, we are thrilled to introduce a collection that celebrates wonder, reflection, and renewal. This month, we invite...

Hello, fellow craft enthusiasts! Aga here, and I'm thrilled to dive into a project that perfectly bridges the delicate precision of die-cutting with the expressive, fluid beauty of watercolor. If you're looking to create handmade cards that stand out with...

The post + video features a color-along watercolor session showcasing the newly released Moody Brights Watercolor Compact.

Get ready to immerse yourself in a world where winter's glow meets quiet reflection! We're thrilled to officially launch the Altenew December 2025 Release—a curated collection designed to invite you to pause, create, and find joy in stillness. This month,...

Hi Altenew friends and fans, I hope you are looking forward to a big bunch of flowers as the stunningly detailed Craft-A-Flower: Coral Charm Peony is the star of the show. Once I started die cutting the layers out, I...

In this post we learn how older and newer Altenew products come together effortlessly to create an elegant and cohesive Christmas card

Hey Crafty Family! Tenia here with a super festive and easy-to-create clean and simple Warm Wishes card! I used the amazing Festive Tree Stamp and Die Bundle to create this CAS (clean and simple) holiday card. If you're looking for quick,...

Birds have a way of capturing the imagination. Their beauty, grace, and the freedom they represent make them a beloved subject in all forms of art, especially in creating handmade cards or stamping images. At Altenew, we celebrate this beauty...

This is Mindy, and I’m back with some quick inspiration for your crafting table. Today I’m working with the Sweet Spray Bundle, which includes an embossing folder, coordinating layering stencil, stamp set, and die.  Bundles and stencils are fantastic for...

Learn how to customize flowers in two different ways. Layer up only part of the flower and add texture to the petals for a unique and customized look!