Altenew Academy · Online Class
Crafting 101 - Stencils Online Cardmaking Class
- Lessons
- 1 Pre-recorded Video
- Level
- Beginner
- Format
- Self-paced · Lifetime virtual access
What's in the kit?
- Woven Stencil
- Warm & Cozy Fresh Dye Ink Sunkissed
- Enchanted Garden Fresh Dye Ink Wisteria
- Cherry Blossom Fresh Dye Ink Rubellite
- Sweet Dreams Fresh Dye Ink (Dew Drops, Aqualicious, Teal Cave, Galactic Stream) Aqualicious
- Green Meadows Fresh Dye Ink Just Green
- Large Blending Brush (Flat Bristles)
- Small Blending Brush Set (Flat Bristles)
Description
Welcome to the newest segment of our Crafting 101 class series! Curated specifically for those who are starting brand-new with stencils, this class series will provide all the basics any newbies should know when getting started.
In this particular class, we will learn all essential things about stencils - from understanding the currently available products, the different techniques to use them to unique ideas. We will also make a fun project using products featured in the class. Come join us in this fun craft beginner class!
Instructors: Emily Midgett
Class Level: Beginner
This is an independent class: sign up for the class and enjoy the lesson at your convenience!
- Students will enjoy lifetime access to all the class materials after signing up for the class.
- Enjoy exclusive class contents whenever, wherever, and how many times you'd like!
Class Features:
- One in-depth, step by step video tutorial with an exclusive project
- Take the class at your convenience, anytime, anywhere!
- Inspiration filled high-quality project photos
- Sunkissed Crisp Dye Ink
- Woven Stencil
- Wisteria Crisp Dye Ink
- Rouge Crisp Dye Ink
- White A2 Cardstock
- Andromeda Crisp Dye Ink
- Lavender Fields Cardstock
- Deep Iris Envelope
- Hand-Drawn Tile Stencil
- Sea Glass Shimmer Ink Spray
- Tranquility Rose Simple Coloring Stencil Set
- Pinkalicious Crisp Dye Ink
- Rubellite Crisp Dye Ink
- Razzleberry Crisp Dye Ink
- Sweet Leaf Crisp Dye Ink
- Just Green Crisp Dye Ink
- Hunter Green Crisp Dye Ink
- Sea Breeze Crisp Dye Ink
- White Cardstock
- Dew Drops Crisp Dye Ink
- Aqualicious Crisp Dye Ink
- Ink blending tools
- Washi Tape
- Aqua Cardstock
- Copy Paper
- Post-It or Painter’s Tape
Lifetime access
Revisit every lesson, forever.
Downloadable resources
Printable instructions
Community
Share work in the student gallery.
About this class
Essential stencil techniques for creative cardmakers!
What you'll learn
- Secure stencils firmly over cardstock without damaging paper
- Blend multiple ink shades through single stencil patterns
- Apply embossing paste through stencils for raised texture
- Use stencils as masking guides to frame central stamped sentiments
- Clean wet paste and ink off stencils safely after crafting
- Create custom background patterns using simple stencil overlays

How it works
Your creative journey at Altenew Academy
A simple, supportive path from first lesson to finished masterpiece.
Enroll instantly
Pick your class, check out in seconds, and get lifetime virtual access.
Watch & learn
Stream crisp HD video lessons taught by top papercraft artists. Pause, rewind, go at your pace.
Create with confidence
Follow printable guides, color maps, and cut files as you craft alongside each lesson.
Share your work
Post your finished projects in the student gallery and celebrate with fellow makers.
Your instructor
Learn from the best
Discover the mentor behind your learning journey — sharing knowledge, guiding your growth, and helping you succeed every step of the way.

Emily Midgett
Cardmaker
Emily has a passion for illustrating and creating the most beautiful and inspiring handmade creations.

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