Newsroom 4/4/2025 - Colored Cardstock Enhancing Creativity

SYRACUSE, NEW YORK, USA, April 4, 2025 - The paper crafting world is getting a colorful boost this new year! Altenew, a company recognized for its contributions to the paper crafting industry, has unveiled its Crafty Necessities Colored Cardstock, a collection of premium cardstock designed for various artistic and crafting purposes.

The Crafty Necessities line introduces over 80 distinct colors, providing options that range from soft pastels to rich, deep hues. This extensive palette is designed to support a wide variety of creative projects, ensuring flexibility for users seeking materials that align with their personal styles or thematic goals.

Each pack of Crafty Necessities Colored Cardstock contains 10 sheets of letter-sized (8.5" x 11") paper. The cardstock features a smooth surface and is made with a weight and durability suited for a range of crafting techniques. Its acid-free, fade-resistant properties make it a reliable choice for long-lasting projects.

“The quality of the cardstock was developed to handle intricate crafting techniques while ensuring a professional finish,” said Tasnim Ahmed, Altenew’s President. “We wanted to provide a material that could keep up with the growing expectations and creativity of the crafting community.”

The smooth texture and sturdy build of the cardstock make it suitable for various uses, from intricate die-cutting to creating card bases, scrapbook layouts, and decorative elements. Altenew’s blog on colored cardstock techniques highlights different ways this product can be incorporated into crafting, including its use for layered designs, mixed media projects, and custom embellishments.