How the Stampwheel Transformed Cardmaking Forever
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Gorgeous textured backgrounds, layered florals and sweet messages
Hello Altenew friends and fans, it's your texture and layers loving gal Erica back on the blog and YouTube channel today. I'm going to share a couple of...
Arched Sentiments: A Fresh Twist on Sentiment Stamping
Key Takeaways Suggested SEO Title: Arched Sentiments: 5 Creative Ways to Elevate Your Sentiment Stamping Meta Description: Discover how to use an arched sentiments stamp set in cardmaking....
Mastering Clean and Simple Card Making with the Garden Mix Layering Die Set
Key Takeaways Master Clean and Simple Design: Use ample white space and clean lines to make your floral focal point stand out without visual clutter. Effortless Layering: The...
September 2026 Guest Designer of the Month
Get to Know Our Guest Designer - Justine Hi Crafty Friends! My name is Justine Dvorak, and I’m so excited and honored to be joining the Altenew blog...
Here’s Why Slowing Down & Enjoying the Crafting Process is Essential
Key Takeaways Mindful Creativity: Autumn crafts invite you to slow down, experiment with colors, and embrace gradual creative progress over immediate perfection. Product Highlights: Using versatile autumn crafting...
Gorgeous Monochromatic Thank You Card With a Splash of Shimmer
Hello, everyone! It’s Aga here, and today I’m sharing a simple yet elegant monochromatic “Thank You” card featuring a splash of shimmer, all thanks...
5 Must-Have Altenew Innovations That Make Crafting Easier!
The crafting world is constantly evolving, with new tools and techniques designed to make creativity effortless, enjoyable, and more innovative than ever. Ranging from...
Step-Up Your Layered Stencils with These 2 Tricks | Take 2 With Therese + Video Tutorial
Hi there, it’s Therese, and I’m back with another edition of Take 2 with Therese! Today, I’m sharing 2 different techniques to step-up your...
Try This Project for Foil Leaf Background Stencil Goodness!
Well hello, friends! Tenia here today showing all of you this super FUN creation featuring the Foil Leaf Background Stencil! You can use this...
Dreamy Loose Watercolor Florals | Easy & Elegant Cardmaking!
Hi there, crafty friends! Erum here. Welcome to Creative Coloring with Erum. If you love watercoloring but struggle with achieving a loose, effortless look,...
Creative Techniques with Wax Seal Stamps: Add Elegance to Your Cards
Adding a wax seal to your handmade cards is an effortless way to make them look elegant, timeless, and luxurious. Whether you're creating birthday...
A New Twist to Fantastic Monochromatic Memory Keeping Layouts (with Video Tutorial!)
Hi there! It’s Nathalie with you today to share a new twist to monochromatic memory keeping layouts featuring a few of the latest Altenew...
How To Shape Stenciling Using Masks (With Video Tutorial) | Terrific Tags with Michelle
Hello there, Michelle here with another edition of Terrific Tags with Michelle. Today I am sharing how to do shape stenciling using a mask....
2 Gorgeous Bearded Iris Cards for Any Occasion!
Hello Crafty Friends! Bibi here, and I’m so excited to share a project I’ve been working on using the new Bearded Iris Layering Die...
Try Effortless Watercolor Pencil Coloring on Die-Cuts for Gorgeous Cards!
Hello, friends! Svitlana here today, sharing a simple technique of watercolor pencil coloring on die-cuts that doesn’t require special watercolor paper! This is perfect...
Hello Bearded Iris! New Favorite Craft-a-Flower Unlocked with One Die-Cut, Three Cards!
OHMYGOSH, I am so excited about this latest addition to the Craft -A-Flower family, the Bearded Iris Layering Dies!! Hi, by the way, it’s...
Are You One of the Winners of a $100 Gift Card?! Find Out in the #AltenewLove Giveaway Announcement!
Hello, Altenew fans and friends! We are here for the much-awaited #AltenewLove winner announcement! Our team would like to thank YOU, from the bottom...
How to Add Elegance and Dimension to Your Design with Patterned Petals the Clean and Simple Way!
Hello Altenew friends! Hannelie here, and today I am super exited to share three stunning cards I made with the Patterned Petals Builder Stencil...
4 Winners of $30 Gift Cards! | January 2025 Inspiration Challenge Winners
Hello there, crafty friends! We’re excited to announce the winners of the January 2025 Inspiration Challenge! Your entries were all amazing, perfectly capturing our...
How Altenew’s Shimmer Relief Pastes Came to Life
Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of product development at Altenew? Altenew has always been at the forefront of innovative...
3 Creative Shimmer Relief Paste Techniques to Elevate Your Crafting | Perfect Pairings with Jaycee
Hey there Altenew friends, welcome back to another Perfect Pairings with Jaycee. Today, we’re diving into a game-changer for your craft room –Altenew’s Shimmer...
How To Achieve Beautiful Ink Blended Florals
Hello everyone! Mindy here and I have some inspiration to share using the new Build-A-Garden Peruvian Lily and sharing how to achieve beautiful ink...
Unleash Your Creativity with the February 2025 Release Blog Hop + Giveaway ($300 in Total Prizes!)
Keep making moves to improve and take your crafting projects to new heights with the latest release from Altenew! This exciting February collection has...
Unleash Your Creativity with the February 2025 Release Blog Hop + Giveaway ($300 in Total Prizes!)
Keep making moves to improve and take your crafting projects to new heights with the latest release from Altenew! This exciting February collection has...
CAS Leafy Card with Faux Gilding Flakes Technique
Hello, everyone! It’s Aga here, and today I’m sharing a clean and simple leafy Thank You card featuring a technique I’ve called faux gilding...
2 Ways To Use The NEW Shimmer Relief Paste | February 2025 Release Video Hop
Hello there everyone! As we go further into the year, we hope everyone is staying inspired and excited to make beautiful projects! This month’s...
Positive Mindset in Crafting: How to Gain Confidence and Overcome Mistakes
You might have heard the saying: ‘Mistakes are part of the journey’. It’s absolutely true! In fact, no one can truly call themselves a...
Highlight Focal Points To Make Them Pop | Terrific Tags with Michelle
Hello there, Michelle here with another edition of Terrific Tags with Michelle. Today I wanted to share a way to make focal points pop...
Handmade with Love: The Joy of Creating Meaningful Gifts
Gift-giving is an art, and for those who appreciate refinement and sophistication, a handmade gift is the ultimate expression of love and thoughtfulness. Creating...
Soft Elegance: Transform Your Cards with Delicate Color and Dimension
Hi everyone! Erum here. Welcome to Creative Coloring with Erum. Today, I’m sharing a beautifully layered floral card featuring soft colors, delicate die-cut details,...
Create Bold and Simple Memory Keeping Layouts (With Video Tutorial!)
Hello crafty friends! It’s Nathalie with you today with a new idea to create bold and simple memory keeping layouts featuring Altenew cardstock and...
February 2025 Inspiration Challenge | Textured Backgrounds and Sweet Greetings
February is here and we have a new monthly challenge for you! This time around, we have the wonderful Erica to introduce the February...
February 2025 Inspiration Challenge | Textured Backgrounds and Sweet Greetings
February is here and we have a new monthly challenge for you! This time around, we have the wonderful Erica to introduce the February...
Caught by Altenew: January 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...
3 Creative Ideas For Sweet Valentine’s Day Cards!
Hello Altenew friends! Hannelie here and today I’m excited to share sweet Valentine’s day card ideas, saying I love you three different ways! The...
12 Reasons Why People Craft (and How You Can Start)
If you're new to crafting, you might wonder, “Why do people enjoy crafting so much?” Crafting is more than just a hobby—it’s a creative...
Instant Dimension Foam Tape in Focus! | Tremendous Texture with Erica + VIDEO
Hi Altenew fans and friends! It’s your texture and layers loving gal Erica back on the Altenew blog and YouTube channel and today we...
Bring Back Your Creative Passion With These 8 Crafting Inspiration Tips!
Creative blocks can strike at the most inconvenient moments, leaving you stuck and uninspired. While this is a completely normal experience for most crafters,...
Making Cozy Room-themed Scrapbook Layouts Using Creative Cuts: Houseplants Die Set
Hello crafty friends! Reiko here today to share some 6 x 6 -inch scrapbooking layout ideas with you. Scrapbooking is about preserving memories in...
The Science of Crafting: How Creativity Enhances Your Well-Being
Crafting is more than a pastime—it’s a form of self-care. Whether you’re cardmaking, scrapbooking, drawing, sewing, painting, or cross-stitching, creative pursuits offer more than...
How to Find Your Unique Style in Crafting
"Creativity takes courage." This simple quote by Henri Matisse beautifully captures the heart of crafting. Whether you're creating with your favorite crafting tools or...
Top 10 Must-Have Crafting Supplies for January 2025
New Year, new crafting supplies! We’ve compiled the top 10 best crafting supplies and card making tools for the month of January! So if...
Top 10 Must-Have Crafting Supplies for January 2025
New Year, new crafting supplies! We've compiled the top 10 best crafting supplies and card making tools for the month of January! So if...
5 Creative Reasons to Die Cut Your Way to Creative Cuts | Perfect Pairings with Jaycee
Hey there Altenew friends, welcome back to another Perfect Pairings with Jaycee. Are you a crafter looking to elevate your die cutting game? If...
Two Sweet Shaker Cards | A Touch Of Sparkle With Carissa Wiley
Hello everyone! Today I’m sharing two sweet shaker cards that are sure to up the sparkle factor of your projects! It’s Carissa Wiley here...
Crafting With the Seasons! A Cardmaking Challenge With Altenew Fresh Dye Inks
Imagine the life of a cardmaker without dye inks… a little less vibrant, don’t you think? Especially if they’re Altenew’s Fresh Dye Inks! The...
Crafting With the Seasons! A Cardmaking Challenge With Altenew Fresh Dye Inks
Imagine the life of a cardmaker without dye inks… a little less vibrant, don’t you think? Especially if they're Altenew's Fresh Dye Inks! The...
Add Drama To Your Cards With These 6 Easy Tips!
I’ll walk you through some of my favorite tips and techniques for adding drama and dimension to cards, transforming them from lovely to absolutely...
These Heartwarming Crafting Community Stories Will Inspire and Help You Embrace Your Passion!
Crafting has been a universal language of creativity, self-expression, and connection for centuries. Whether you’re designing intricate handmade cards, experimenting with vibrant watercolors, or...
Bring Spring to Your Cards with Build-A-Garden: Flowering Quince Set
Hello, everyone! It’s Aga here, and today I’m sharing a card created with the new Build-A-Garden: Flowering Quince Stamp Set. Featuring a bold quince...
6 Ways To Elevate Your Handmade Cards
Hello friends! It’s Mindy Eggen back with more inspiration from the January 2025 release. Today I’m sharing in a video 6 Ways To Elevate...
Here Are 10 Crafting Resolutions for 2025 to Get You Inspired!
As the New Year begins, it’s the perfect time to refresh your creativity with some crafting resolutions! Whether you're a seasoned crafter or just...
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