Paper Crafting Inspiration and Ideas!

Caught by Altenew: July 2025 | 8 Beautiful Crafting Projects by Altenew Fans!
We are always amazed by the incredible talent in our community! Your beautiful handmade cards and crafting projects never cease to inspire us! This monthly post aims to put a spotlight on talented crafters who shared their gorgeous projects with...
It’s Christmas in July! Let’s Explore 6 Ways to Add Shimmer and Sparkle to Your Projects
Altenew has an AMAZING array of bling and shimmer products, like Gem Sparkles and Pearl Dots, metallic card stock, hot foil, sequins, and metallic watercolors. So much to choose from! It's like a candy shop for crafters! Hi Altenew fans...
Adding A Holiday Feel To Your Projects featuring Mini Delights: Time To Celebrate | Inspired By A Card with Nathalie + VIDEO
This beautiful new set can easily be used on all sorts of projects, and I think you are going to love the stamp set and the die (loving the die, personally) and find ways to use them. I'll be creating...
Get LOTS More Mileage From Every Die Cut - A Touch Of Sparkle With Carissa Wiley
Zero Waste dies are a great way to get more out of your crafty time.  Today, I'm going to use the brand new Zero Waste: Ornamental Winter Pattern die in two ways.  I'll even show you a third way to...
Sweet and Festive Holiday Baking Card
Hello crafty friends! Svitlana here, and today I’m sharing a holiday baking card that captures the warmth of a kitchen filled with cookies and joy. This card features a festive cookie scene and one of my favorite techniques for mimicking...
Stretch Your Stamps - Two Looks With One Set + Video Tutorial
Today, we’ll be diving into some fun ink blending techniques to achieve both bold and bright, as well as soft and subtle styles. Whether you’re feeling dramatic or dreamy, you’ll find inspiration here! Hello and welcome back to Inking It...
Zero Waste Ornamental Winter
The holidays are just around the corner, and what better way to start making some projects early than with a fun set of festive and cheerful crafting supplies?  Hello from Scotland! Bibi Cameron here sharing a vibrant and bold holiday...
From Everyday Moments to Holiday Magic: Versatile Scrapbook Layouts with Cozy Home Dies
Home is where my heart truly belongs, and where my children's laughter fills every room. I love capturing our everyday moments -whether we're cooking, relaxing, or playing- and turning those cherished photos into creative scrapbooking layouts that celebrate our life...
Elegant Bows, Endless Possibilities | Embossing + Stenciling + Die-Cutting Fun!
Elegant Bows is a versatile trio of an embossing folder, coordinating coloring stencils, and a zero-waste die set. This trio is perfect for making everything from bold backgrounds to dimensional focal points, and it’s ideal for all kinds of papercraft...
Non Traditional Seasons Greetings Card
Hey Crafty Family!! Tenia here with this super fun and non traditional Seasons Greetings card! I used the Craft Your Life Project Kit: Cozy Spaces !!! This is definitely the time to start creating some Holiday cards!! The earlier the...
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 card panels made with one embossing folder and a few clever inking tricks. If you love...
A New Creative Idea Featuring Wax Seals | Inspired By A Card with Nathalie + VIDEO
The new Cookie Topper Wax Seal Stamp, Wafer Texture Wax Seal Stamp, and A Gift For You Wax Seal Stamp are the perfect companions for memory-keeping projects, and I wanted to incorporate them into one of my 6x8 Journal entries....
Debossing Magic! An Easy Way to Add Texture to Die-Cuts (with Video Tutorial)
Get ready to stamp, layer, and celebrate with the Festive Triangles Stamp Set and Press Plate! This playful set features three triangle sizes, each with mix-and-match pattern layers composed of florals and geometrics. Whether you're crafting modern designs or festive creations,...
CAS Pastel Floral Card Using This Beautiful Larkspur Layering Die Set!
Larkspurs are known for their tall, elegant spikes of delicate blooms, often symbolizing an open heart and positivity, making them perfect for heartfelt cards.  Hello, everyone! Aga here. Today, I’m excited to share a clean and simple (CAS) pastel floral...
Dazzling Designs: How Glitter Cardstock Can Transform Your Card Projects
In this post, I explored several creative ways to use glitter cardstock in cardmaking, featuring six unique projects. Techniques included using glitter cardstock for foliage, bold die-cut sentiments, background accents, geometric shapes, and layered textures. New colors like Citrine, Moonstone, Smokey Quartz, and Sapphire brought fresh sparkle to each design.
What IGNITES Your Creativity? Finding Unique Inspiration for Greeting Card Ideas | Take 2 With Therese
Today is the day for us to create two very different card projects, finding inspiration for 'bird themed' greeting cards using the  Chickadee Chirps Bundle ! Hi there, it's Therese, and I'm back with another edition of Take 2 with Therese!  What Inspiration Ignites Your Creativity?...
Creative Card Making - Design 3 Cozy Spaces with ONE Project Kit!
I'm telling you, this beautifully coordinated kit includes stamps, stencils, dies, and a 3D embossing folder, giving you everything you need to craft a variety of stylish and cozy interior-inspired scenes. Hello Altenew friends! Hannelie here today to share three cards...
Say Goodbye to Stress with Watercoloring and Coloring Books!
Nowadays, finding moments of tranquility can feel like a luxury. It’s easy to get lost in your work, personal errands, caring for your loved ones, and more without being able to take a breather. That’s where coloring books step in...
One Die Set, Five Fun Beginner-Friendly Card Ideas!
Are you new to crafting and feeling overwhelmed by all the supplies out there? Or maybe you’re someone who just wants to make the most of the supplies you already have. Either way, we totally understand how you’re feeling.  That’s...
Masculine card struggles? Let's make it easy with an embossing folder | Tremendous Texture with Erica + VIDEO
In today's post Erica will show you a few tips on how to use not-so-masculine products to create a more masculine card than her usual pops of colours and Bring The Bling style.
4 Winners of $30 Gift Cards! | June 2025 Inspiration Challenge Winners
Hello there, crafty friends! We're excited to announce the winners of the June 2025 Inspiration Challenge! Your entries were all amazing, perfectly capturing our theme and making it difficult to select just four winners. Thank you to everyone who participated and...
July 2025 Release Blog Hop + Giveaway ($300 in Total Prizes!)
Get ready, crafters! The Altenew July 2025 Release is officially here, and it's an enchanting invitation to step into a world where winter's magic meets cozy elegance. This stunning collection invites you to craft your own winter wonderland with beautiful...
Acrylic Marker Cardmaking Technique: How to Create a Neon Floral Design
Hello friends! Svitlana is here. Today I’m sharing a fun and bold card created using one of the easiest but most impactful techniques I’ve tried lately—what I call the acrylic marker cardmaking technique. It's a great way to create a...