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A greeting card features a field of sunflowers under a blue and yellow sky with flying birds. Text reads: "Wishing you a sunny day." Join us in supporting Ukraine with this heartfelt message.

Want To Join Us In Supporting Ukraine?

Teri Duncan May 2, 2022 No Comments

Check out several ways that you too can support Ukraine including making cards that bring sunshine and hope. One of

Three greeting cards displayed on a wooden surface: a "Happy Birthday" card with floral design, a "Happy Birthday, Sweet Friend" card with daisies, and a "With Sympathy" card with yellow flowers – perfect entries for any white-on-white challenge.

Are You Up For a White-on-White Challenge?

Teri Duncan March 21, 2022 1 Comment

Using white-on-white in a card can have awesome results. Join us in making these 3 cards step-by-step. We’re doing something

A card with purple flowers on it, blended with stencils.

How to Blend With Stencils For Gorgeous Cards

Teri Duncan March 12, 2022 No Comments

You can blend with stencils to get stunning results when making greeting cards. Today we share how to use Altenew’s

Three handmade greeting cards, inspired by tattoo designs, feature floral and butterfly motifs. One reads "thanks," another says "you're amazing," and the third states "I have been thinking of you." Perfect for expressing heartfelt sentiments.

How To Make Cards Using Tattoo for Inspiration

Teri Duncan January 12, 2022 1 Comment

Use different tattoo types for inspiration to make unique, daring, and beautiful cards. You’ll find step-by-step instructions on how here.

A group of Fantastic Floral cards on a table.

How to Create 3 Fantastic Floral Greeting Cards

Teri Duncan December 31, 2021 1 Comment

Learn how to make three fantastic floral cards using fun techniques that produce stunning results. Read on for step-by-step instructions.

Four cards displayed on a wooden surface, each featuring different designs and messages: "You Make Me Happy," "Sending Hugs & Happy Thoughts," and "Make Today So Amazing Yesterday Gets Jealous." Add a creative twist to your greetings with these vibrant designs.

How To Make Four Cards With A Twist

Teri Duncan October 9, 2021 1 Comment

Getting bored with your cards all looking the same way? Read on to learn how to create beautiful, unique one-of-a-kind cards with a twist.

A handmade Mood Card features a lighthouse by the sea with trees and an island in the background. The words "Stay Strong" are written in cursive at the top.

How To Create a Mood For Our Cards

Teri Duncan October 6, 2021 1 Comment

Learn how to create a mood for our cards using color. Altenew’s cardmaking course In the Mood for Color teaches

An adorable DIY greeting card featuring a group of dogs sitting on a fence.

Woof! DIY Card For Hug Your Hound Day

Teri Duncan September 3, 2021 No Comments

OMG! Isn’t this too cute? You can make it, too; keep reading for more fun making your DIY card. Yep,

A collection of eight handmade greeting cards arranged on a wooden surface. The cards feature various designs created using stencils, boasting vibrant colors and heartfelt messages like "Happy Birthday," "Celebrate," and "Happy Christmas." These DIY Cards make any occasion special.

How To Make 5 Cards With Stencils

Teri Duncan September 2, 2021 No Comments

I had so much fun with Altenew’s class Celebrations; Stencil Techniques that I wanted to share more ideas with you

How To: Unique Handmade Card for Men

Teri Duncan August 25, 2021 1 Comment

It’s hard to come up with card ideas for men. In this article I’m going to help you by showing how to make this unique handmade card for men.