Altenew Academy · Online Class

Stencils Unleashed: Advanced Stencil Techniques Cardmaking Class

Lessons
7 lessons
Level
Intermediate
Format
Self-paced · Lifetime virtual access
Description

Are you looking to expand your crafting techniques and get the most use out of your stencils? Then this is the class for you. Join Nicole Watt in Stencils Unleashed: Advanced Stencil Techniques and learn how to take your stencils to the next level. This class is composed of 7 lessons that will push your crafting skills to the next level. Join now and unleash your stenciling skills in 5 days of crafting.

Instructors: Nicole Watt

Class Level: Intermediate to Advanced

Get the class supplies bundle (5% off): Stencils Unleashed: Advanced Stencil Techniques Cardmaking Class Supplies Bundle

Class Supplies can be found HERE.


 Class Features:

  • Six in-depth, step by step video tutorials with exclusive projects
  • This is an independent class: sign up for the class and enjoy the lesson at your convenience!
  • Inspiration filled high-quality project photos
  • Enjoy exclusive class contents whenever, wherever, and how many times you'd like!

 

Lifetime access

Revisit every lesson, forever.

Downloadable resources

Printable instructions

Community

Share work in the student gallery.

About this class

Take Stencils to an Advanced Level

Tired of your stenciled cards looking flat, simple, or uninspired? Push your crafting past the basics and learn how to create rich, multi-layered masterpieces.

What you'll learn

  • Apply advanced stenciling techniques like ink resist, embossing, and selective masking.
  • Avoid muddy color transitions when blending multiple ink shades through complex patterns.
  • Combine texture pastes and gilding waxes through stencils without bleeding or smudging.
  • Create custom focal frames and borders by masking off portions of full-panel stencils.
  • Extend intricate stencil designs seamlessly across larger card sizes and scrapbook pages.
  • Transform basic stencil collections into multi-dimensional artwork using creative media.
Stencils Unleashed: Advanced Stencil Techniques Cardmaking Class class schedule

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.

Nicole Watt

Nicole Watt

Educator - Altenew Academy

Nicole Watt is a crafter and mixed-media artist known for her clear techniques, creative card designs, and passion for teaching.

Frequently Asked Questions

Not at all. Each lesson walks you through techniques, making these classes beginner-friendly while offering fresh inspiration for experienced crafters.

On-demand classes feature pre-recorded video lessons ranging from 1 to 10 lessons focused on specific techniques or creative themes. Once enrolled, you can log into your Altenew Academy account and learn at your own pace.

No. On-demand classes are completely self-paced. You can pause, rewind, rewatch, and fit your crafting journey into your personal schedule whenever inspiration strikes.

You receive lifetime virtual access upon enrollment. The video lessons and downloadable resources stay in your Altenew Academy account so you can revisit them whenever you like.

The Class Pass Only option gives you full digital access to all pre-recorded video lessons and downloadable guides. If you want supplies delivered to your door, choose the Class Pass + Kit option to receive the curated materials needed to craft right along with the instructor.

What makers say

Loved by Altenew Academy students

What students say about this class.

Customer Reviews

Based on 19 reviews
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Claudia R.
Great Tips and Techniques

Nicole shows a lot of great ways to level up your stenciling game and gives many useful tips along the way,

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Dena Saslaw Schwartz
Excellent Class

Nicole is such a giving teacher. Her presentation is so clear and easy to comprehend. The examples of her techniques are also clearly tied to the lessons. I really do recommend this class for all creaters who want to improve their stenciling skills

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Linda Lofton
Super Class

I haven't completed the entire class but I am enjoying it so far and looking forward to trying some of the new to me ideas.

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Pat H.
Stencils renewed

I've always liked stencils and have several. Now I have new ways to use them. Lesson 6 was my favorite however I benefited from them all. I enjoy these classes as they always give one more food for thought.

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Helen Liu
One of the Best Altenew Classes

I love how Nicole taught the class. In each lesson, she first demonstrated a stencil technique in general, then the particular class project. Nicole generously provides lots of tips and project inspirations. There are at least 2 video demonstrations in each lesson. Some even has up to 5 videos. All in all, I consider this class one of the best among Altenew Academy Classes.