Altenew Academy · Online Class

Creative Jumpstart Kit

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Lessons
1 Pre-recorded Video
Level
Beginner → Experienced
Format
Self-paced · Lifetime virtual access
What's in the kit?
  • Ocean Dreams Fresh Dye Ink 6 Mini Cube Set
  • A2 Card Base (12 sheets/set)
  • Mini Blending Brush (Flat Bristles)
  • Sweet Bouquet

Lifetime access

Revisit every lesson, forever.

Downloadable resources

Printable instructions

Community

Share work in the student gallery.

About this class

Your quick start to stamping with total confidence

Discover how easy and fun stamping can be with this approachable, step-by-step beginner guide. You will learn how to mount clear stamps, apply ink smoothly, and press crisp focal images onto cardstock to finish your very first handmade card in no time.

What you'll learn

  • Mount clear photopolymer stamps securely onto acrylic blocks
  • Apply ink with proper pressure for clean, even impressions
  • Align sentiment stamps accurately without crooked lines or smudges
  • Clean stamp surfaces quickly with gentle, craft-room friendly tools
  • Avoid uneven ink coverage and common beginner stamping slip-ups
  • Complete a simple, elegant handmade card from start to finish
Creative Jumpstart Kit

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.

Charlene Madrid

Charlene Madrid

Cardmaker

Charlene is a cardmaker who loves bringing bright colors, mixed media, and approachable video tutorials together to help you unleash your inner artist!

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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.

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.

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.

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