12 Watercolor Techniques You Must Try (Beginner-Friendly!)
Watercolor painting is a fun and relaxing hobby that anyone can enjoy. And, with so many different watercolor techniques to try, you can easily...
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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...
Quick and Easy Stamp Coloring with Stencils
Hello there, Michelle here with Terrific Tags with Michelle. Today, I have a card to share which shows how to quickly and easily add...
Easy 10-Minute Card Idea
Hello, everyone! It’s Aga here, and today I want to share a super easy 10-minute card idea! I love quick and easy card ideas...
August 2022 Bold & Beautiful Collection Release Video Hop + Giveaway ($200 Worth of Prizes!)
Hello there, everyone! Happy Friday! Lydia here. Today, I’ll share a great way to get a beautiful masked look with no masking required. I’m...
Wood Anemone Goodness | Clean and Simple Card Tutorial
Hey, crafty homies! Hope all is well! Tenia here, and I will be showcasing the Paint-A-Flower Wood Anemone Stamp Set and One-Go Birthday Stamp...
How to Use Alcohol Ink Backgrounds to Make 2 Different Cards | Take 2 with Therese (with Video Tutorial!)
Hi, it’s Therese, and I am back with another edition of Take 2 with Therese. Today’s post is about creating two fun cards using...
Unexpected Ink Color Combinations for Layering Stamps!
Hello, crafty friends! Emily Midgett here with you today, and I have some inspiration using various unexpected inks to create these uniquely colored floral...
2 Easy Line Drawing Cards with Stamps | Perfect Pairings with Jaycee + Video Tutorial!
I am guilty of precise and meticulous card creations. Letting go of structured creative formulas is a challenge I have put upon myself. One...
Rainbow Ink Blending 3 Ways (with the Oriental Poppy Stamp Set)
Hey there, Terri here! Today, I am sharing rainbow ink blending in easy 3 ways featuring the Oriental Poppy Stamp Set. The Oriental Poppy...
August 2022 Marvelous Monthly Series Release Blog Hop + Giveaway ($300 in Total Prizes!)
Hello, crafty friends! It’s Lydia here, kicking off the August 2022 Marvelous Monthly Series Release Blog Hop! In case you missed it, Altenew started...
A Greeting Card for Giraffe Lovers
Hey, crafty homies! Hope all is well! Tenia here, and I will be showcasing a fun giraffe-themed greeting card using the Geometric Menagerie Stamp...
4 Winners of $30 Gift Cards + Future Blog Hop Guest Spot! | July 2022 Inspiration Challenge Winners
Hello, Altenew fans! We are thrilled to announce the July 2022 Inspiration Challenge winners! We would like to thank everyone who took the time...
Freehand Watercolor (Almost!) | My New Favorite Technique with Stencils!
Hi there crafters! I am excited about today’s technique which features freehand watercolor – almost! I’m kind of cheating a little by using a...
Easy Masking Technique
Hello friends! Svitlana is here. Hope your day is going great. Today, I want to share a card featuring a floral background using an...
Stretching a Cover Die in Two Creative Ways
Hello, Altenew friends! This is Virginia here. I am excited to share two creative ways on how to stretch a cover die. Thanks to...
Create Quick and Easy Layered Florals with Gradient Cardstock
Hello there, Michelle Short here with my series Terrific Tags with Michelle. Today, I am creating quick and easy layered florals using Gradient Cardstock....
Simple Watercolor Flower Card on Colored Cardstock
Hello, everyone! It’s Aga here, and I would like to share with you a simple watercolor flower card. I love watercoloring and watercolor techniques...
Easy Card Idea Using Just 2 Crafting Products
Hello, crafty friends! It’s Laurie here with another quick and easy card idea using just 2 crafting products. One thing I love about Altenew...
August 2022 Bold and Beautiful Release Blog Hop + Giveaway ($300 in Total Prizes!)
Hello there, and welcome to the start of the Bold & Beautiful Release Blog Hop! We are hosting another fun blog hop and sharing...
How to Make 2 Beautiful Floral Cards with 1 Hot Foil Image | Take 2 with Therese (with Video Tutorial!)
Hi, it’s Therese, and I am back with another edition of Take 2 with Therese. Today’s post is about creating two clean, simple floral...
August 2022 Inspiration Challenge | Summer-Inspired Birthday Card
Hello, Altenew friends! This is Virginia, and I’m delighted to host the August 2022 Inspiration Challenge with a fun birthday card! First, you may...
Celebrate National Coloring Book Day 2023 with These Coloring Tips and Ideas
Ready to celebrate National Coloring Book Day 2023? Whether you're a beginner or seasoned colorist or just coloring to escape from everyday stress, we...
How-to Video: Inky Goodness!
Hi there, everyone! Erum here with a super inky card to share. This card was inspired by my original card that you will find...
A Must-Try Easy Die-cutting Formula
Hello Altenew friends! It’s Virginia here. I am taking a break from stamping. Yes, you read that correctly. You see, today’s project is 100%...
Christmas in July with Project Kit: Silk Art | Easy Christmas Card Idea
Do you struggle to get your Christmas cards done on time? It seems like I am starting earlier and earlier every year to get...
It’s All About That Shine | Easy Card Idea!
Hello Altenew friends! It’s Laurie here with a quick and easy card idea with lots of shine. Two things I love in Altenew’s crafty...
8 Beautiful Projects by Altenew Fans This Month! | Caught by Altenew: July 2022
Altenew fans have been busy this month creating tons of beautiful projects! Welcome to our Caught by Altenew post. Let’s see what projects you...
Break Out the Patterned Paper! 3 Ideas for Using Altenew’s Poured Acrylic Paper Pack
Do you ever need to kickstart your crafty mojo from time to time? I find that breaking out the patterned paper pack can really...
Build Your Own Floral Background
Hi friends! Svitlana is here. Today, I want to share a card idea featuring an easy technique to build your own floral background. I...
Celebrating Watercolors Blog Hop + Giveaway ($300 Worth of Prizes!)
Hi there everyone! Welcome to the “Celebrating Watercolors Blog Hop.” Who doesn’t love watercolors?! I know some of you are intimidated by them, but...
21 Friendship-Themed Products to Celebrate International Day of Friendship 2022
Friendship is a special bond that we all share. On July 30th, we celebrate the International Day of Friendship to recognize the importance of...
4 MUST-HAVE Crafting Tools and Smart Ways to Use Them | Perfect Pairings with Jaycee + Video Tutorial!
Hi Altenew friends, it’s Jaycee. If I had to pick my top 5 essential crafting tools, Altenew’s Ink Blending Tools would be one of...
2 Ways to Use Creative Cutouts: Moroccan Mosaic
Hey there, Terri here! Today, I am sharing two cards that show fun uses for the Creative Cutouts: Moroccan Mosaic. If you haven’t seen...
July 2022 Summer Love Collection Release Blog Hop + Giveaway ($300 in Total Prizes!)
Hello there everyone! Happy Friday! Lydia here, and welcome to the Summer Love Release Blog Hop and Giveaway! I have a card to share...
Quick and Easy Thank You Card
Hey there! It’s Laurie here with a super easy thank you card using the latest Build-A-Garden: Tulips and Friends. I just love this stamp...
Best Greeting Card Ideas for Beginner and Expert Cardmakers
Do you ever get in a crafting rut? You know, the one where you feel like you've tried all the cardmaking ideas out there...
How to Make 2 Beautiful Floral Cards with One Stamp | Take 2 with Therese (with Video Tutorial!)
Hi, it’s Therese, and I am back with another edition of Take 2 with Therese. Today’s post shares two floral card ideas to create...
Gardening Themed Card With No-Line Coloring Technique
Hello, everyone! It’s Aga here and today I would like to share with you a little festive inspiration for a garden enthusiast made with...
Evening Sky Watercolor Background
Hello everyone! Erum here with a super easy card featuring the Meadow Reflections Stamp Set and I will create an evening sky watercolor background....
5 Easy Steps to Create Alcohol Ink Backgrounds
Hello friends! This is Virginia here. Do you like creating eye-catching and effortless cards? Would you like to find out how to create the...
Ink Blending 2 Ways | Add Color to Projects Easily!
Hello there, Michelle here with my series Terrific Tags with Michelle. Today, I’m sharing how to add color with ink blending – two ways!...
Summer CAS Greeting Card
Hey, crafty homies! Happy Friday and hope all is well! Tenia here and I will be showcasing a super fun summer-themed greeting card using...
5 Easy Ways to Make Paper Crafts (Beginner-Friendly!)
Paper crafting is a fun and easy way to show your creative side. All you need is some paper, a few simple supplies, and...
Hot Foiling + Monochrome = Perfect for Masculine Cards!
Do you struggle with masculine cards? Emily Midgett here with you today sharing some inspiration using several different Altenew products. Masculine cards are typically...
Create 2 Cards with 1 Stamp (and Only Stamp It Once!) | Feat. Build-A-Garden: Magnificent Branch)
Hi everyone! It’s Jenny here, and today I’m joining you with a pair of cards that can be created by stamping the main image...
July 2022 Marvelous Monthly Series Release Blog Hop + Giveaway ($300 in Total Prizes!)
Hello, crafty friends! It’s Terri here, kicking off the July 2022 Marvelous Monthly Series Release Blog Hop! In case you missed it, Altenew started...
Try Rainbow Ink Smooshing on Your Floral Cards
Hi there everyone! Erum here with another really simple card project to share. My card today features the Captivating Blooms Stamp Set and I...
4 Creative Ways to Embellish the INSIDE of Your Card | Perfect Pairings with Jaycee + Video Tutorial!
Hi Altenew friends, it’s Jaycee. We focus so much of our creative energy on what the card looks like on the outside. In this...
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