Stencil & Die Techniques
Altenew just released wonderful new stencils, decals, and stand-alone dies. I’m sharing 6 cards featuring stencil and die techniques.
If you made your way here from the Altenew Scrapbook Blog you’re right on track. If you’d like to start a the beginning head to the Altenew Card Blog.
YouTube Tutorial | Stencil and Die Techniques
All the details to create 6 cards with stencil and die techniques are in this video. Watch here or in HD on YouTube.
Altenew Full Release
Here’s a peek at the full Altenew February 2020 stencil, decal, and stand-alone die release. Click the image for more details.
Tranquil Wings
This card didn’t turn out as I expected and is my favorite of the bunch. I used a mix of ink blending and alcohol ink markers.
I used Tranquil Wings Stencil, Dotted Starburst Debossing Cover Die, and Bold Greetings Dies. Rose Petal Altenew Artist Markers created a perfect gradient effect on the Bold Greetings sentiment die.
Open Blooms 3D Die Set
I’m still enchanted with the Altenew Artists’ Watercolor set and used Shades of Purple and Crystal Waters to create the paper for this lovely Open Blooms flower.
I paired Open Blooms 3D Die set with the Bold Greetings Die Set and the Fine Frames Square Die Set. While I adhered the Open Bloom layers with glue, you can add more dimension with foam squares.
Fine Frames Diamond Die Set
The Fine Frames Diamond and Square Die Sets are perfect for focal points, layering, and framing elements. Here they take center stage.
I used the positive frame cut from black cardstock and the negative center cut from sunflower cardstock to create a focal point. Bold Greetings modern font, goes well with all styles of cards.
Fancy For You Die
Altenew Artists’ Watercolor provides the perfect backdrop for the Fancy For You Die.
Fine Frames Square Die helps to draw your eye to the sentiment amid the watercolor background.
Hand-Drawn Tile Stencil
Check it out, Altenew Mega Alphabet Dies fit snugly in the center of the Hand-Drawn Tile Stencil.
Here I ink blended with Sunray, Coral Bliss, Coral Berry, Dew Drops, and Silver Lake Crisp Dye Inks.
Bursting Dahlia Stencil
The name says it all, this dahlia is a huge open bloom perfect for a focal point or layered background images.
No masking is needed for these layered dahlia images. I’ve paired it with a stacked Bold Greetings Die.
Thank You
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Prizes
To celebrate this release, Altenew is giving away a $30 gift certificate to 6 lucky winners! Please leave a comment on the Altenew Card Blog and/or Altenew Scrapbook Blog by 3/3/2020 for a chance to win.
Altenew will also draw a winner to receive a $15 gift certificate from the comments left on each designer’s blog on the blog hop list below. All winners will be announced on the Altenew blogs on 3/6/2020.
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The next stop on the hop is the lovely Ashlea Cornell. The full list of inspirational artists is listed below.
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Kymona Tracey
Seeka
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Erum Tasneem
Nancy McClelland
Sveta Fotinia
Svitlana Shayevich
Nenette S. Madero
Therese Calvird
Mindy Eggen
Virginia Lu
Terri Koszler
Emily Midgett
Agnieszka Malyszek
Lilith Eeckels
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Wow! The textural depth you’ve created in all of these cards is almost mind blowing! Even the dahlias on a single layer have depth. And the subtle accent of the dots on the black butterfly card is really snazzy. Beautifully done! Thank you for sharing and teaching us!
so beautiful!
Thanks, Tina!
Pretty cards! The Open Blooms 3D die set is a favorite, and I love the Fine Frames sets too!
Thanks, Denise!
These are all so gorgeous!! I LOVE, love, love how you used these narrow frame dies!
Thanks so much, Heather!
Beautiful cards! I love the card with the layered Dahlia stencil. Lovely.
Thank you, Kathy!
Wonderful variety of card designs.
Thanks, Sue!
Wonderful projects! Love your color choices and how you paired the products. The mega alpha on the stencil- genius!
Thank you, Lee Ann!
FABULOUS! Brilliant use of color and design. Thanks for sharing your talent and ideas.
You are so talented Amber ! Amazing cards . Thank you for sharing
Thank you!
You are so creative with your projects, Amber, using some of the newest releases! Love those diamonds and the large dahlia! Thanks for some great ideas.
Thanks a bunch, Kathy!
Magnificent highlights of the new release!
Thanks, Julie!
Wow, Amber, you have done a spectacular job showing us all these awesome new goodies!! Maybe too well, as I want it all!!!
Lol! Thanks, Patt!! Happy shopping and crafting!
Hi,
I enjoyed your videos and those great cards. You blended the Altenew 3D Open Bloom beautifully with that watercolor technique. The butterfly looked life-like.
Great cards with great products.
Take care, and Thank you.
Thanks so much, Violet!
Beautiful job of showcasing the latest Altenew release. Inspirational!
Thanks, Jane!
Fantastic cards. Love your watercoloring!
Thanks, Jennifer!
Fabulous cards!
Thank you, Laraine!
Love the cards and especially the Bold Greeting dies. Everyone can use those!
Thanks so much, Barbara!
Wonder cards! Love your creative style and video!!!
Thanks a bunch, June!!
Great designs. Especially love the stencilled work. Amazing.
Thank you, Delia!
OH MY WORD!! Absolutely amazing projects!!
Aw, thanks, Joanne!
This newest release has it all! LOVE your beautiful cards and want the 3D floral die and all the fine frames dies!! Want the watercolor palette, and your stenciled cards are beautiful with it!!
Thank you, Beverly!
Your cards are amazing. I love that diamond die set.
Thanks, Carol!
Stunning set of cards!
Thanks, Rena!
These are GORGEOUS!! I LOVE how you used everything!!
Thank you, Nora!
ALL of your cards are gorgeous Amber!! And you used all of my favorites from this release. That Butterfly turned out beautiful with your marker coloring!
Wonderful cards. I especially love the dahlia thank you one.
Thanks, Sam!
Thank you, Jeanne!
Gorgeous cards! I especially love that beautiful butterfly. You rocked it!
Thanks, Marisela!
Amazing cards. I love the wonderful stencils in this fantastic release, and the Open Bloom 3D dies are absolutely gorgeous.
Thanks, Cyndi!
Your tranquil Wings and Open Blooms cards are particularly eye-catching!
Thanks, Stephanie! Those two are my faves from this bunch.
So much great inspiration and wonderful use of colours and amazing layouts. I love the butterfly and the diamond shape cards the best!
Thanks a bunch, Annette!
So many beautiful cards! This release has sparked so much creativity. I ❤️ your use of Open Blooms 3D die and the Bold Greetings and the colors used on the Bursting Dahlia card. Heck, I loved them all. TFS
Lol!! Thanks so much!!
So many lovely cards. I am drawn to the triangle die card. Just enjoy looking at it! What a fun, interesting release Altenew!
Thanks, Dorothy!
Great video and loving that butterfly card. All your cards are just fantastic.
Thank you, Mendy!
Fantastic video! Very enjoyable and informative. Your cards are awesome. I especially like the dahlia card – WOW!
Thanks so much, Jade!
Lovely cards
Thanks, Kathy!
Love how you used the sentiment dies and your backgrounds are FAB
Thanks a bunch, Meghan!
I love your cards! Your style is different from mine but that doesn’t matter. I enjoyed seeing how you used the new Altenew products. I have some new ways to use them myself now. Thanks
Thanks a bunch, Barbara!!
Beautiful cards! Really loving on that butterfly….fabulous colors ♥
Thanks, Brandi!!
Beautiful cards!! I especially love the watercolored die cut flower card!
Thanks, Amber!!
Love, love the 3D die set!!
Thanks, Lee!
Beautiful cards, I love them all and thanks for another awesome video tutorial.
Thanks, Melissa!
All your cards are amazing, but the one with the butterfly is a real jawdropper!
Thanks, Rosemary! That’s my fave too!
Wonderful gorgeous cards!! I specially love the butterfly one 💕
Thanks, Anna!
Blue and purple together – my FAVORITE! Thank you for your designs!
Thanks, Missy!
wonderful use of the stencils Amber, the new Dahlia Stencil is gorgeous and the dies are fantastic and a great addition to any crafting stash! you did a fabulous job showcasing the new products, thanks for the inspiration!
Thanks so much, Liz!! 🤗
There are so many items to choose from in this release. I love all of your examples. Gorgeous as usual.
Thank you, Sandy!! Good luck narrowing down the ever growing wish list!
Wow, your cards are beautiful. Such pretty blending and color choices.
Thank you, Linda!
Oh my goodness!! My favorites are the 3D flower you made and the “For You” background!! LOVE!! Of course purples are my favorite color!!
Thanks, Melissa! Sili has a pretty color!!
Lovely cards, I really love the 3d flower, so pretty!
Thanks, Pauline!
Amber, all of these cards are lovely, but I especially like the one with the H die cut in the center. I love how you colored the background.
Thanks, Melanie!
Simple to make cards and yet very beautiful. Thank you
Thanks, Jan!
The yellow is so pretty and the ink blending on the Hello is amazing!
Thanks so much, Penny!
Beautiful work, Amber! Loved watching the video and seeing how you transformed the butterfly stencil into a real beauty. Thanks for the inspiration.
Thanks so much, Joy!!
Pretty cards! I love the 3D flower so much that I ordered it already!
Yay! Thanks Brenda! You’ll love it!!
The new debossing cover is so subtle in black – I love it! I also love your blue, purple and black color combos for the Hi and For You cards.
Thanks so much, Catherine!
So much amazing talent! Thanks for all the inspiration.
Thank you, Anneleise!! Such a pretty name!!
Wow – your cards are amazing. I really love the butterfly stencil and the Dahlia stencil. Another great release by Altenew!
Thank you, Wanda!
Wow – gorgeous cards. Thanks for sharing your creativity.
Thank you, Darlene!
Your close up photos show off these new products nicely. Thanks for your great work!
Thanks so much, Carol! I’ve been working on my photos so I really appreciate your feedback!!
I love the first card! Looks just like a pinned specimen. I like the idea for diy paper on the second card.
Thanks so much, Indira! That’s my favorite card. 😀
the circle spotlight stencil effect, duh – going to try this!
Thanks, Gail. Mine didn’t turn out quite like I envisioned, but it’s a great technique!!
These are stunning! I love that flower you created with that beautiful watercoloring. It’s such a pretty combination of colors.
Thanks so much, Annette!
Such vibrant color and wonderful use of the diamond shapes!
Thanks, Katy!