Unexpected Colors for Florals | Altenew Educators Video Hop
Welcome to the Altenew Educators Video Hop. The theme of this hop is "Focal Point". Today I’m sharing a colorful card featuring some unexpected yet...
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Easy Fun Fold Floral Cards with Trifold & Z-Fold Designs
Key Takeaways Simple Techniques, High Impact: Easy fun folds like window trifolds and Z-folds add interactive dimension without complicated measuring or assembly. Stretch Your...
Shaped Cards with a Retro Window Scene Twist
Create shaped cards with a retro twist! In this Take 2 with Therese post, see two arched window scene card ideas featuring side-fold and...
Ink-Blended Pond Lilies Card | Altenew Educators Video Hop
Hello, crafty friends!Welcome to the Altenew Educators Video Hop. The theme of this hop is "Something Blue". Today I'm sharing an ink-blended Pond Lilies card....
How to Make an Underwater Shaker Card & Spotlight Reef Card
Key Takeaways Maximized Supply Versatility: Learn how to use a single paper crafting collection—the Coral Reef Wonders Kit—to create two entirely different, unique card...
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...
From Detailed to Simple: Butterfly Die Cut Card Ideas Using One Die | Take 2 with Therese
KEY TAKEAWAYS Versatility of Tools: Demonstrates how a single "zero-waste" die (Fluttering Fantasies) can create two distinct styles: complex/detailed and clean/simple. Card #1 (Detailed):...
Layered Florals with Faux Denim Texture
Welcome back to Creative Coloring with Erum. Today’s project is all about building texture — from soft layered stencil texture in the florals to...
Simple Blending, Shimmer Splatter, Beautiful Results
This project features a clean and elegant card design built around a softly ink-blended background, a beautifully layered hazelnut branch, and multi-color shimmer splatter...
Blooming Lantana – A Watercolor Puzzle You’ll Love to Piece Together
If you love puzzles, you will love Altenew’s newest Mini Delight: Blooming Lantana. It’s playful, clever, and lets you build your florals piece by...
Step Up Your Stencil Game: Deco Leaves Background Techniques | Take 2 With Therese + Video
Learn two creative ways to use background stencils with multi-inking techniques! Step up your cardmaking with layered die-cut flowers and unique backgrounds.
3 Ways to Make Die-Cuts Pop! (With Video Tutorial)
It's no secret that die-cutting is one of the best and most popular ways to add interest and beautiful texture to your projects. That's...
10 Quick Autumn Cards with 1 Stencil Set
When autumn rolls in, many of us feel inspired by the crisp air, warm drinks, and colorful leaves, but sometimes the crafting inspiration doesn’t...
Two Seasons with One Die Set – Majestic Maple Tree | Take 2 With Therese
Do you have a favorite season? What if I told you that you can recreate that vibe any time you want… with just one...
Bold Dots or Fine Lines: Two Striking Pen Techniques with Fine Liner & Calligraphy Pens
Learn two easy pen techniques — bold dots and fine lines — to add stunning details to your stamped images using Fine Liner and...
Inking on Dark Cardstock: A Creative Twist for Embossed Panels | Video Tutorial
Looking for a creative way to use your embossing folders—especially on dark cardstock? In today’s blog post and video tutorial, I’m sharing three vibrant...
13 Creative Ways to Repurpose Floral Die-Cuts & Scraps
Raise your hand if you’ve ever looked at the pile of floral die-cuts and paper bits on your desk and thought, “I’ll use these...
How To Create Impact with Subtle Layering | Inspired By A Card With Nathalie (With Video Tutorial!)
Hi there! It’s Nathalie here with a new idea on how to create impact with subtle layering in your projects featuring the beautiful Build-A-Garden:...
Here’s Why Happiness Begins with Handmade Cards
Nowadays, finding moments of stillness and joy can be a challenge. But there's a secret many crafters already know: making things with your hands...
March 2025 Inspiration Challenge | Bright and Cheerful Birthday Card
Bask in the warmth and beauty of March with our monthly Inspiration Challenge! The amazing Avis Rowbury is hosting the March 2025 Inspiration Challenge...
10 Creative Projects to Use Extra Backgrounds
As crafters, we all have that one drawer, box, or pile filled with pre-made backgrounds we’ve lovingly created but never quite found the right...
Last-Minute Holiday Card Ideas for Busy People
The holiday season is filled with joy and excitement, but let's face it—it can also be downright hectic. Between decorating, shopping, baking, and spending...
Layering Dies 101: Overcoming Common Struggles with Dies
Have you ever found yourself wrestling with layering dies, only to end up with a project that looks more like a puzzle gone wrong...
Card Making Is Too Complicated and Time-Consuming (Let’s Debunk This Myth!)
Are you interested in getting into card making, but feel intimidated by the perceived complexity and time commitment? It's time to bust that myth!...
22 Handmade Card Ideas with 3D Embossing Folders
If the struggle to create a visually striking, high-impact handmade card is all too real, then this post is exactly what you need. Between...
8 Beautiful Projects by Altenew Fans This Month! | Caught by Altenew: October 2023
Our passionate Altenew community's incredible innovation shone brightly in October 2023. It's a pleasure to welcome you to our Caught by Altenew article, where...
Fun Mixed Media Art Techniques to Try On Your Next Project
Are you ready to take your DIY endeavors to the next level? If you've ever wanted to experiment with mixed media art on your...
How to Make Beautiful Cards in Under 30 Minutes or Less
Let's face it - as much as we'd like to spend hours on a creative project, life keeps us busy. Whether it's work, household...
Stamp Layering for Cardmakers: A Guide to Amazing Results
As cardmakers, there are just so many ways to craft beautiful projects with layering stamps! From making repeated backgrounds to stunning focal points, the...
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