Save Time on Cardmaking with One-Go Solid Sentiment Banners
Hi crafty friends! It's Mindy joining you today! Key Takeaways Streamlined Cardmaking Efficiency: The One-Go: Solid Sentiment Banners system allows cardmakers to stamp, press, or...
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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...
Add Shine to Handmade Cards with Altenew Stellar Sequins
Key Takeaways Instant Dimension & Balance: Altenew’s Stellar Sequins come in 6 distinct sizes per pack, making it effortless to add subtle texture, visual interest, and professional light...
Which Altenew Subscription Is Calling Your Name?
Key Takeaways Curated monthly inspiration: Altenew subscriptions deliver coordinated paper crafting tools directly to your door before public product releases. Flexible crafting options: Choose plans centered on specific...
How to Make 4 Fall Cards with 1 Color Palette & 2 Die Sets
Key Takeaways Maximize Supplies: Learn how to create four distinct seasonal handmade cards using just one cohesive cardstock color palette and two die sets. Add Depth with Ink...
Make Your Project Interactive with Lilypad Dreams
Key Takeaways Create Interactive Layouts with Lilypad Dreams: The Lilypad Dreams Suite (3D embossing folder and layering stencil) is ideal for adding texture and...
Here’s How the Right Tools Can Turn Your Crafting Experience from Great to Amazing!
Key Takeaways prevents costly mistakes, saves time, and gives crafters the confidence to try advanced techniques. Altenew Stampwheel for Precision: The Altenew Stampwheel (available...
Make Waves with Under the Sea Cardmaking Supplies
Key Takeaways Under-the-Sea Crafting Trends: Ocean-themed cardmaking dominates summer crafting, utilizing bright colors, layered details, and textures to replicate marine life and beach landscapes....
June 2026 Release Blog Hop + Giveaway ($300 in Total Prizes!)
There’s a certain stillness near the water—the wide horizon, the steady rhythm of waves rolling in, and the quiet sense that an entire world...
How to Build Clean & Simple Scenes with Die Cuts
Key Takeaways Focal Point Dominance: Building "clean and simple" (CAS) card scenes with minimal die cuts naturally draws the eye to a single focal...
Bringing Paper Flowers to Life with Craft-A-Flower: Forget-Me-Not Layering Die Set
Key Takeaways Altenew Craft-A-Flower Forget-Me-Not Die Set: A layering die set featuring unique, built-in keyhole shapes that act as foolproof alignment guides to easily...
The Altenew June 2026 Release is Here!
A breathtaking stillness awaits you near the water—where a wide, open horizon meets the steady rhythm of rolling waves, and a vibrant world thrives...
How to Create Bold DIY Cards with Colored Cardstock
Key Takeaways Prevent Paper Warping: Use a high-tack, dry adhesive like Ultra Sticky Double Sided Tape (1/4" width) instead of liquid glue when adhering...
June 2026 Inspiration Challenge
Each month, a member of the Altenew Design Team (or guest designer) selects a photo that they have taken and then uses that as...
Mixed Media Floral Card with Press Plates + Relief Paste
Key Takeaways Core Project: A dramatic, textured mixed media floral card featuring the Altenew Grand Dahlia Die Set. Background Technique: Crafted an artistic, soft-focus...
How to Layer Elements and Shine for Classy Cards
Key Takeaways Keep Sparkle Delicate: To prevent foil and glitter from overwhelming your card, use small, intricate designs rather than large, solid blocks of...
Celebrate Dad with These Creative Father's Day Card Ideas
Key Takeaways Celebrate All Father Figures: Father’s Day extends beyond biological dads to grandfathers, stepdads, uncles, mentors, and friends. Handmade cards offer the perfect...
Pops of colour and layers for the win | Tremendous Textures with Erica
Key Takeaways Maximize Versatility: The Arabesque Medallion product suite allows you to create everything from clean and simple (CAS) one-layer cards to highly dimensional,...
Create, Bloom, Inspire with Gardening-Themed Projects for Crafters
Key Takeaways Nature-Inspired Crafting Options: Spring is the ultimate inspiration for DIY enthusiasts and crafters to use nature-inspired elements like vibrant florals, lush greenery,...
Fun Fold Card with Glitter Paste and the Arabesque Medallion Set
Key Takeaways Versatility of Crafting Pastes: Pastes are used for more than just texture; they are excellent for adding glitter, shine, foil details, and...
Creative Furniture Themed Crafting Inspiration for Cardmakers
Key Takeaways Fresh Creative Theme: Furniture-themed crafting moves away from traditional florals and seasonal patterns, offering a unique way to create miniature, relatable, and...
Smart Shopping Tips for Paper Crafters: Make the Most Out of Every Buck!
Key Takeaways Plan and Budget: Ask yourself what projects you are working on, check what you already own, and stick to a fixed monthly...
5 Easy Textured Cardmaking Ideas to Elevate Your Designs (With Video!)
Key Takeaways Texture Elevates Designs: Adding physical or visual texture is the easiest way to transform a flat, simple card into a professional, layered...
The Magic Is in the Details: Cardmaking Tips to Help Your Projects Stand Out
Key Takeaways Impact of Details: Tiny finishing touches (e.g., splatters, layering, embossing) elevate handmade cards by adding depth, texture, visual interest, and a polished...
Magical Shaker Card with the Wondrous Ride Die Set
Key Takeaways Featured Products: Uses the Altenew Wondrous Ride layering die set (carousel unicorn) as the focal point, framed by the Nesting Serene Archways...
Blooming Florals with Custom Words Featuring the Elegant Alphabet Stamp Set
Key Takeaways Endless Personalization: Using an alphabet stamp set allows you to break free from pre-made sentiments and customize your cards with unique names,...
Have You Tried These Gender-Neutral Card Ideas Before?
Key Takeaways Versatility and Inclusivity: Gender-neutral cards shift away from traditional color rules and stereotypes to focus on universal appeal, making them perfect for...
Elegant Eid Cards with Gold Accents
Key Takeaways Project Goal: Create simple, easily reproducible, and luxurious Eid cards using Altenew products, colored cardstock, and metallic gold accents. Card 1 (Alhambra...
Bring Monochromatic Elegance to Your Projects with Regal Flourishes Block
Key Takeaways Utilize Tone-on-Tone Patterns: Use the Regal Flourishes Block in a repetitive stamping pattern with different shades of the same color family (e.g.,...
Stop Struggling With Ink Blending - This Vellum Trick Fixes Everything!
Key Takeaways Forgiving Technique: You don’t need perfect blending skills; the vellum acts as a "soft-focus lens" that instantly hides streaks and harsh lines....
May 2026 Guest Designer of the Month | Layered Cardmaking Techniques
Get to Know Our Guest Designer - Bonnie Hello crafty friends! I’m Bonnie Crane from BONNIECAROLLEE.com, and I’m thrilled to be joining you as...
Regency‑Inspired Cardmaking with the Craft Your Life Project Kit: The Drawing Room
Key Takeaways Layered embossing — Combining embossing with stenciling or pastes adds depth and texture that instantly elevates any cardmaking project. Ink‑blended layers —...
Discover Gorgeous, Serene Project Ideas with Nesting Dies!
Key Takeaways Effortless Precision: Nesting dies allow for perfectly proportioned layers, frames, and windows that are difficult to achieve by hand. Dynamic Layering: You...
How to Use Glitter Relief Paste with Stencils for Sparkling Cards
Key Takeaways Ink Blending: Layering colors before applying paste for depth. Iridescent Finish: Uses clear/prism paste to enhance pastel backgrounds. Monochromatic Styling: Matching silver...
Beautiful Eid Greeting Cards: Creative Ideas for Your Next Project
Key Takeaways Significance of Cards: In a digital age, handmade or thoughtfully chosen Eid cards stand out as a meaningful way to show loved...
Floral Symbolism: Crafting with Intent and Meaning
KEY TAKEAWAYS Symbolic Design: Use floriography (the Victorian language of flowers) to add emotional depth. The Grand Dahlia represents "Inner Strength," making it the...
May 2026 Release Blog Hop + Giveaway ($300 in Total Prizes!)
Decorative design takes center stage this month on the craft table. This collection is built to make layouts feel intentional, balanced, and deeply satisfying...
Floral Cardmaking Techniques: 2 Stunning Looks
Key Takeaways One Set, Two Looks: Use the Build-A-Garden: Flourished Flora set to create drastically different card styles by changing only the primary stamping...
Layered Stencil Ink Blending: Swan Serenade Card Tutorial
Key Takeaways Primary Technique: Utilizes layered stencil ink blending with the Altenew Swan Serenade set to create depth and dimension. Essential Tools: A 9x12...
The Altenew May 2026 Release is Here!
Decorative design takes center stage in Altenew's May 2026 Release, with products built to make layouts feel intentional, balanced, and deeply satisfying to create....
Guide to Card Making Embellishments: Sparkle with Enamel Dots & Gems
Key Takeaways Maximized Versatility: See how a single stamp set (Regal Flourishes) can create four distinct looks simply by varying your ink colors and...
Create Coordinated Cards and Envelopes in One Go with the Stampwheel 2.0 | Sakura Blossoms
Key Takeaways Efficient Workflow: Use the Stampwheel 2.0 with two sticky mats to stamp two A2 card panels and two envelopes simultaneously for a...
Soft Stenciled Layers: Making the Background Part of the Focal Point
Key Takeaways Integrate Backgrounds: Use localized ink blending and stenciling to make the background function as an extension of the focal point rather than...
Celebrating Parents Card Drive 2026 Giveaway Winners | #AltenewCardDrive
We are incredibly amazed by the outpouring of support and both handmade and emotional love during this year’s Celebrating Parents Card Drive. Each handmade...
May 2026 Inspiration Challenge
Each month, a member of the Altenew Design Team (or guest designer) selects a photo that they have taken and then uses that as...
Spring-Themed Crafts are Waiting at Altenew!
Key Takeaways Seasonal Inspiration: Use nature’s renewal to refresh projects with bright pastels, fresh greens, and floral motifs. Core Themes: Focus on cherry blossoms...
Clean and Simple Cardmaking with Fruits & Flowers
Key Takeaways Efficiency: Use coordinated kits like "Fruits & Flowers" to eliminate design guesswork and reduce crafting stress. Minimalist Aesthetic: Focus on "Clean and...
Mixed Media Cardmaking: Layered Watercolor & Texture
KEY TAKEAWAYS Iterative Layering: Build depth by starting with a watercolor wash and adding stencils, sprays, and stamps sequentially. Dimensional Elements: Use watercolor-painted die...
How to Create a CAS Garden-Themed Card with Mini Delight: Gardener's Corner
KEY TAKEAWAYS Featured Tool: Uses the Mini Delight: Gardener’s Corner Stamp & Die Set to create a detailed yet "Clean and Simple" (CAS) garden-themed...
The Secret Architecture of a Perfect Card: Using the Golden Ratio | Perfect Pairings with Jaycee
KEY TAKEAWAYS The Golden Ratio: Use the Golden Spiral template to position focal points (like the Ornamental Poppies) in the "eye" of the spiral...
Experience One-Go Crafting Magic with Altenew!
KEY TAKEAWAYS Simplified Workflow: Designed to reduce the number of steps in the crafting process, making it faster and less overwhelming without losing quality....
Creative Ways to Add Texture to Die Cuts
KEY TAKEAWAYS Pattern Stamping: Stamp directly onto die-cut shapes (using a design like a stitched pattern) to add visual interest and a "fabric-like" look...
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