The Altenew February 2026 Release is Here!
There’s a quiet poetry in ink-stained pages, pressed flowers, and candlelit studies—the beauty of contemplation and creation intertwined. Altenew’s February 2026 release is inspired...
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CAS Style with One-Go: Solid Circular Sentiments Bundle
Key Takeaways What is the One-Go: Solid Circular Sentiments Bundle? A versatile crafting bundle that lets you stamp, stencil, press, foil, or die-cut multiple circular sentiments simultaneously. Time-Saving...
How to Create Scene Cards with Layering Stencils & Die Cuts
Key Takeaways Combine Stencils & Dies: Build rich, detailed backgrounds using layering stencils, then add dimension with a focal die-cut piece. Match Colors Dynamically: Blend your stenciled scene...
Where Will These Adventure-Themed Stamps, Dies, and Stencils Take You?
Key Takeaways Versatile Themes: Explore card designs ranging from outdoor travel (scooters, cable cars) to relaxing hobbies (art studios, farmer's markets, lakeside views, summer treats). Multi-Media Techniques: Elevate...
How to Layer the Altenew Creative Cuts: Lemon Tree Die Set
Key Takeaways Simplified Alignment: Altenew’s Key Hole System makes assembling multi-layered paper diecuts effortless for both beginners and experienced crafters. Realistic Texture & Depth: The Creative Cuts Lemon...
Adding an Artistic Flair To Your Projects with Art Studio Treasures
Key Takeaways Transform project photos into realistic gallery displays by mounting them directly onto die-cut canvas easels. Customize blank paper paint palettes and tubes using ink droplets that...
Color inspiration from Packaging - Let's Find Out!
Hello, hello Altenew and color fans! It's your color loving gal Erica back on the blog and today let's talk color inspiration! Where do you...
Layered Shine: Mixing Shimmer Relief Paste for a Dramatic Stenciled Card
Hi everyone, it’s Mindy Eggen! Today I’m sharing a card that’s all about dimension, shine, and a little creative play using shimmer relief paste....
Layered Florals with Soft Texture and Dimension
This blog post shares how to add soft dimension to a layered floral card using die-cuts, ink blending, embossing, splatters, and foam tape for...
February 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...
Easy Ways To Add Texture To Your Cards - A Touch Of Sparkle With Carissa Wiley
Texture is the "secret sauce" of professional-looking paper crafts. It transforms a flat piece of cardstock into a tactile experience that begs to be...
Discover the Endless Creativity of Die Cutting with the Morning Grace Layering Die Set
Hello Altenew friends! It’s Reiko here today to share a memory keeping layout and a mini book spread that capture the quiet charm of...
Turn Simple Supplies into Heartfelt Valentine’s Day Cards
Valentine’s Day is the perfect excuse to slow down, get creative, and send a little love through a handmade card. While store-bought cards are...
Inking It Up with Mindy: Gradient Play on Die Cuts
There’s something so comforting about stitching-inspired designs, and the Craft Your Life Project Kit: Stitched with Love is full of beautiful details that celebrate...
Creating a Denim-Inspired Sewing Card With Realistic Texture
Hello friends! Svitlana is here. Today I'm sharing a card made using the Craft Your Life Project Kit: Stitch With Love, and it’s pretty...
Mixed Media Floral Card with Stencil Art: Majestic Roses Layering Stencil Set
Hi everyone, Aga here! Today I’m excited to share a card that’s a bit of an experiment, as I finally got to try an...
Dimensional Window Card: A Step-by-Step Tutorial | Perfect Pairings with Jaycee
Hi everyone, and welcome back to another Perfect Pairing! Sometimes, the best views are the ones that are beautifully framed. Today, we’re adding dimension...
Palette Perfection Watercolors with Bold Stamping
Hello from Scotland! This is Bibi Cameron, and I'm passing by to share super easy and quick bold stamping cardmaking ideas featuring the Altenew...
One small Die Set, So Many Ways To Use It!
Earthenware Die Set - It's Small, But Mighty! Hi Altenew friends and fans! I hope there are a fair few die cut fans here...
What’s Your Color Personality? Find Your Signature Shade with Altenew Cardstock
Color is more than just a design choice—it’s a feeling, a mood, and often a reflection of you. Have you ever reached for the same...
Rainbow Floral Card Ideas with an Embossing Folder Hack | Take 2 with Therese
Looking for new ways to use your layered stencils and coordinating supplies? Today I’m sharing two rainbow floral card ideas using the same products,...
Altenew Tools and Adhesives
Well hello! Tenia here with a super fun Clean and Simple (CAS) card featuring some of my favorite Altenew tools and adhesives. To bring...
Easy Jewel-Toned Florals with Watercolor Brush Markers
A dramatic jewel-toned floral card featuring loose watercoloring, silver heat embossing, and textured circle accents on a charcoal background.
Try This Idea for a Romantic Monochromatic Project feat. Build-A-Garden: Happy Blooms (+With Video Tutorial!)
Hello crafty friends! It's Nathalie with you to try a new idea for a romantic monochromatic project featuring the new Build-A-Garden: Happy Blossoms subscription from Altenew....
Combining Stamping with Die Cutting in a Fun New Way! (With Video Tutorial)
Hello there, Michelle here with another edition of Terrific Tags with Michelle. Today I have a fun card to share using the fabulous new...
January 2026 Guest Designer of the Month
Get to Know Our Guest Designer - Lisa Hello everyone! My name is Lisa Tilson, and I am excited to be a guest here...
Creating a Valentine Wreath With a Muted Color Palette
Hello friends! Svitlana is here. Today I'm sharing a Valentine card built around a layered wreath design using the Mini Delight: Expressions of the...
Create a Gorgeous Watercolor Die Cut Card with the New Deep Muse
Hello from Scotland! This is Bibi Cameron, and today I’m sharing an easy die-cut card that highlights a few favorites from the Altenew December 2025...
3D Embossing Folders.. worth the hype?
In today's post we are playing with 3D embossing folders to see if they really are worth the hype. Spoiler alert, they are!
How to Create a Distressed Foiled Card with Press Plate
Hi everyone, Aga here! Today I’m excited to share a card that’s a little out of the box for me, but still very much...
A Recipe for Success: Crafting a Gourmet Dessert Box Card | Perfect Pairings with Jaycee
Welcome back to another episode of Perfect Pairings with Jaycee! Today, we are blurring the line between paper crafting and fine confections. I’m sharing...
You're SEW Going To Love These Charming, Sewing-Themed Projects!
There’s something incredibly heartwarming about sewing-themed designs. Maybe it’s the nostalgia of watching a loved one sew, the satisfaction of creating something by hand,...
January 2026 Release Blog Hop + Giveaway ($300 in Total Prizes!)
Welcome to the Altenew January 2026 Release Blog Hop! It’s often the smallest joys that leave the deepest impressions—a flower unfolding, the softness of...
Color Confidence With Layering Dies
Happy New Year friends! It's Mindy Eggen. Layering dies is a great way to build realistic florals, and today I’m sharing how I created...
Fresh Starts & Memory Keeping with Altenew Releases
Happy New Year, crafty friends! As we welcome 2026, it feels like the perfect moment to bring fresh energy into our memory keeping ―...
Soft Botanical Elegance with the Deep Muse Watercolor Compact
Create soft botanical florals using the Deep Muse Watercolor Compact. Learn easy petal shading, controlled water techniques, & loose background washes.
Handmade Cards for Beautiful Life Milestones
Celebrate Cherished Life Milestones with the Garden Swing Die Set! Life is made up of moments, both big and small milestone moments we cherish...
Emboss Resist: Easy Technique with Wow Results! (With Video Tutorial)
In this post we will show you how to use the emboss resist technique. Learn how to take projects from simple to wow with...
Starting 2026 With a Clean Slate and Using Up Leftovers
In today's post it's all about using up those crafty leftovers to clear the decks for the new year and the January release, coming...
January 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...
Simple Tips To Bring Your Die Cut Florals To Life - A Touch of Sparkle With Carissa Wiley
Die cut florals are one of my absolute favorite elements to design with. While they are beautiful on their own, they can sometimes feel...
Card Ideas that Symbolize New Beginnings
If you’re searching for handmade card ideas that celebrate fresh starts, you’re not alone. From card ideas for new beginnings and encouragement to sympathy...
3 Secrets for No-Outline Watercoloring: The Art of the Disappearing Line | Perfect Pairings with Jaycee
Imagine turning a simple grey outline into a professional, hand-painted masterpiece. Welcome to the grand finale of Perfect Pairings for 2025! You’ve made this...
Transform Your Stenciled Image with a 3D Embossing Folder
In this tutorial, I walk you through how to elevate a stenciled die-cut image by pairing it with a coordinating 3D embossing folder for...
Stop Using Your Card Kits Only One Way! 4 Techniques!
Hello Altenew friends and fans! I hope everyone has had a lovely holiday time, and are recovering/gearing up for New Years! I am popping...
Whispers of Whimsy: A Softly Layered Scrapbook Story
Hello, Altenew friends! Today, let’s step into the gentle, storybook world of the Mini Delight: Nestled Whimsy Stamp & Die Set. This petite set may...
Bold Paper Piecing Hellebore Card with Dramatic Florals
Paper piecing was one of the first techniques I explored when I began cardmaking, and this project felt like the perfect opportunity to return...
CAS Nature-Inspired Card with Mini Delight Nestled Whimsy Set and Watercolors
Hi everyone, Aga here! Today I’m excited to share a very CAS, nature-inspired card created with the Mini Delight: Nestled Whimsy Stamp & Die Set along...
Pansies in Watercolor with the Deep Muse Compact
Hi there! Erum Tasneem here with a new VIDEO! Watercolor florals have a way of slowing us down and letting us truly enjoy the...
Clean and Simple Cardmaking with the Mini Delight - Nestled Whimsy Set
Create a clean and simple card with the Altenew Mini Delight Nestled Whimsy set in this easy stamping tutorial, perfect for crafting modern, meaningful,...
Bring Class and Elegance to Your Projects (+With Video Tutorial)
Hello crafty friends! It's Nathalie with you to share an idea to bring class and elegance to your projects featuring the new Creative Cuts:...
Pairing Die Cutting with Stenciling for Scene Building (With Video Tutorial)
Hello there, Michelle here with another edition of Terrific Tags with Michelle. Today I am pairing die cutting with stenciling. I really love combing...
Festive Decorative Lantern Holiday Card Design Idea
Hello from Scotland! This is Bibi Cameron, today I’m sharing a simple holiday card created using layered die cutting and a classic festive color...
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