Paper Crafting Inspiration and Ideas!

Fun and Dimensional Thank You Card with Pistachios Layering Die Set
Hi everyone, Aga here! Today I’m excited to share a bright, fun, and full of dimension card made with the Pistachios Layering Die Set. This set is a limited edition, so if you love intricate layers, stunning details and unique die...
The Altenew January 2026 Release is Here!
Happy New Year, Altenew friends! We are kicking off this year with a collection that invites you to slow down, breathe, and find beauty in the details. Our January 2026 Release Collection is inspired by the quiet moments that make...
The Altenew November 2025 Release is Here!
Get ready to immerse yourself in a world where floral elegance meets layered texture! We're thrilled to officially launch the Altenew November 2025 Release—a curated collection designed to elevate your entire crafting experience. This month, we celebrate nature's quiet beauty...
Jewel-Toned Bold Florals on a Dark Background
Create a bold jewel-toned floral card with gold accents and a dark background using the Build-A-Garden: Breezy Petals set.
How to Use Sentiments as a Background (With Video Tutorial)
Learn how to use sentiments as a background to focal points with the new Mini Sentiments 3D Embossing Folder. Find more easy papercrafting ideas here!
November 2025 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 inspiration for a project. We want to share the fun, of course, and so we invite...
Maximize Creativity with the Mini Blossom Die Cutting Machine
Small but mighty — the Mini Blossom Die Cutting Machine is one of my favorite crafting companions. Its compact size makes it perfect for any workspace, whether you have a full craft room or just a small table by the...
A Vibrant Autumn Scene with Pink Petunias and Yellow Lantana | Perfect Pairings with Jaycee
In this card-making tutorial, I wanted to preserve a recent, vibrant floral scene I had in my garden. I love the texture, dimension, and bold color-blocked palette of my early autumn bloomers, and I was excited to translate that inspiration...
Let's have some fun with colored cardstock!!
In today's cardstock the Crafty Necessities Coloured Cardstock is in focus as there is a fabulous sale today and tomorrow! Have a look, be inspired and enjoy saving up to 55% on coloured cardstock!
Two Ways To Create Embossed Backgrounds - A Touch Of Sparkle With Carissa Wiley
Embossed backgrounds can be the finishing touch a simple card needs. Today, I'll show you a couple of ways to add texture and dimension to your card fronts using embossing techniques, along with some beautiful die-cut flowers that are going...
From Stamping Techniques to Stunning Wreaths!
Wreaths are the universal symbol of “welcome.” On a card front, journal page, or gift tag, a wreath says: Come in, get cozy, celebrate with me. If you’ve been wanting fresh ways to stamp a wreath beyond the classic circle...
What Would Your Craft Room Say About You?
Every crafter knows that a craft room is more than just a space. It’s a reflection of creativity, passion, and countless hours spent turning simple materials into heartfelt masterpieces. If your craft room could talk, what stories would it tell?...
Enchanted Vines Card – Layered Die Cuts and Fall Colors
Hello friends! Svitlana here. I’m sharing today a cozy fall card I created using the beautiful Enchanted Vines Die Set. I really wanted this intricate Enchanted Vines design to shine as the focal point while adding a touch of dimension...
Wax Seals Satisfying First Attempt with Soft Peonies Wax Stamp
Curious about trying wax seals but feeling a bit intimidated? Don't worry, it only seems difficult from afar, but it's a totally beginner-friendly process, not to mention stunning and incredibly fulfilling!  Hello from Scotland! This is Bibi Cameron, and I was...
Botanical Rails 3D Embossing Folder – 2 Quick but Elegant Congratulations Cards
Elegant cards don’t have to take forever! Sometimes all it takes is a favorite embossing folder, a bit of shimmer, and a simple sentiment to create something special. Hello Altenew friends, Hannelie here and today I’m sharing two quick “Congratulations”...
Different Inking Techniques with Embossing Folders | Tremendous Textures with Erica
Hi and welcome back to the Altenew blog! It's your color and texture crazy gal Erica, hi. Today we are going to combine the two. textures created with embossing folders and lots of colors thanks to the amazing array of...
Which Pigment Ink Matches Your Personality?
Let’s face it—your favorite pigment ink says a lot about you. Just like your coffee order or your go-to crafting tools, the ink you reach for reflects your unique creative spark. With Altenew’s newest pigment inks— Bronze, Silver, and Platinum—you’re not...
Warm Autumn Woodland Scene Using NEW Watercolor Tubes!
If you enjoy nature-inspired projects, this watercolor technique is perfect for creating cozy depth and dimension on embossed panels. Welcome back to Creative Coloring with Erum! Today, I’m painting a warm, autumn woodland scene using only three of Altenew’s new Watercolor...
Getting Creative with Illuminated Scenes (+Video Tutorial) | Inspired By A Card with Nathalie
Today, we're diving into a new idea for getting creative with Illuminated Scenes, this new Craft Your Life Project Kit subscription is a very innovative product as it encompasses a matching stamp and stencil, but the die and 3D embossing folder...
Stamping & Die Cutting Made Easy! (With Video Tutorial)
The Mini Delight sets often combine stamping and die cutting together, but none as easy as this set! I am also sharing some tips and tricks for creating clean and simple cards.  Hello there, Michelle here with another edition of...
Effortless Floral Wreath Card with Ethereal Blooms Stamp Set and Stampwheel
Hi everyone, Aga here! Today I’m excited to share an effortless floral wreath card made with Altenew’s Ethereal Blooms Stamp Set and the Stampwheel 2.0 tool. Thanks to these amazing products, I was able to create a perfectly balanced floral wreath with no complicated...
October 2025 Guest Designer of the Month
Get to Know Samantha My name is Samantha Pfrimmer and I’m so excited to be a guest designer for Altenew. A little bit about me… I started crafting about three and half years ago and I was hooked from the...
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 piece — a creative twist that’s both relaxing and rewarding. Hi there, everyone! Erum Tasneem here,...
Serene Blooms – Warm and Uplifting Floral Cards
Today's beautiful floral ensemble combines elegant line art stamps with coordinating stencils and dies, making it effortless to build colorful designs. Hello Crafty Friends, This is Bibi Cameron, and I’m excited to share a pair of bright and cheerful cards...