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Rainbow Ink + a Press Plate: Getting Stunning Results with Everyday Supplies
Who says you need specialty paper to get show-stopping results? I used the Altenew Making Moments Press Plate with Fresh Dye Inks I already had on hand and created this colorful, layered 5×7 card that I am absolutely in love with. Continue reading
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Is the Altenew May 2026 Release Worth It? Swan Serenade Stencil, Making Moments Press Plate & More
The Altenew May 2026 release just dropped and I have been looking forward to this one for a while. The theme is lush and elegant – think Regency-era romance, Eid celebrations, glitter relief pastes, and one very gorgeous swan. Let me walk you through the standout products and give you my honest take on what… Continue reading
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Altenew Haul: Green Meadows Cardstock, Making Moments Press Plate & More
There is nothing quite like opening a box from Altenew and finding it absolutely packed with products that make your creative brain light up. This haul had me doing a little happy dance, and I knew I needed to share it with you right away. The full unboxing video is live on my YouTube channel… Continue reading
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Less Ink Blending, More Creating | Time-Saving Layered Die Cut Tips with Butterfly Ranunculus
Did you know that the secret to faster, more beautiful layered die cuts might already be sitting in your cardstock stash? In my latest video, I am sharing one of my favorite time-saving tricks for working with the Altenew Craft-A-Flower: Butterfly Ranunculus Layering Die Set. The tip is simple but it is one of those… Continue reading
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Discover the Art of Less: Altenew’s Minimalist Magic Class
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the idea that you need a massive collection of supplies to make beautiful cards, this class is for you. Altenew’s brand-new online class, Minimalist Magic: Less Is More, is here to prove that restraint can be the most powerful creative tool in your arsenal. Why Minimalism? In the crafting… Continue reading
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Altenew April 2026 Release: Sakura Blossoms Is the Stamp Set You Need This Spring
The Altenew April 2026 Release is here, and if you’re a fan of beautiful florals and smart cardmaking tools, there’s one set that absolutely deserves the spotlight: the Sakura Blossoms bundle. This is the kind of release that makes you excited to sit down at your craft table — and I want to tell you… Continue reading
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I Copied the Packaging (Then Made It My Own) | Altenew Petal Pop + Burnished Platinum on Acetate
I took the inspiration photo right off the Altenew packaging and made it completely my own with the Petal Pop Stencil, Burnished Platinum Shimmer Relief Paste on acetate, and the warmest ink-blended base using the Woodland Escape Fresh Dye Ink Family. Continue reading
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The Floating Flower Technique: Shimmer Relief Paste on Acetate
Discover the floating flower technique using Altenew’s Petal Pop Stencil and Brown Moonstone Shimmer Relief Paste on clear acetate. The result is a stunning dimensional shimmer design that appears to hover in mid-air. Watch the full video tutorial and grab a free gift through April 2nd with code CHRISTAPE! Continue reading
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Same Stencils, Completely Different Card: Rose Gold Thank You
Same stencils, completely different card. This rose gold thank you card uses the Altenew Petal Pop Stencil heat embossed on acetate and the Luxe Lattice Stencil with Rose Gold Shimmer Relief Paste for a stunning layered effect. Continue reading
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Same Card, Different Colorway: Blushberry Bliss Fresh Dye Ink Family
Same card, completely different vibe. See how swapping the Altenew Blushberry Bliss Fresh Dye Ink Family and Rose Gold Shimmer Relief Paste transforms yesterday’s design into something that looks entirely new. Continue reading
