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Altenew Educators are here to jumpstart your creat Altenew Educators are here to jumpstart your creativity with an Instagram Hop where all of us Educators will be sharing our love for Altenew through handmade creations! 

The hop starts from @altenewllc so make sure you start from the beginning!

Altenew is giving away a $20 gift certificate to 5 lucky winners! For a chance to win, please follow @altenewllc and @notableink and leave a comment by 3/3/2021. 

Altenew will draw 5 random winners from the comments left on each stop of this Instagram hop and announce the winners on Altenew’s Educator Instagram hop post on 03/05/2021.

Head over to your NEXT STOP: @teresakim16 

Use the YouTube link in my bio to check out the video for these mixed media cards. youtube.com/AmberRainDavis

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As requested, a new simple white glassboard is ava As requested, a new simple white glassboard is available in 9 x 12, 13.5 x 18, and 18 x 24-inch formats. Add the magnetic option for more versatility. 

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Learn 10 Tips in 10 Minutes in my latest video fea Learn 10 Tips in 10 Minutes in my latest video featuring brand new Altenew Artist Markers and Paint-A-Flower: Clematis. 

Use the Blog and YouTube links in my bio to join us on the hop for more inspiration and prizes. 

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I'm so excited to share a new glass craft board I I'm so excited to share a new glass craft board I designed in collaboration with Glassboard Studio! To celebrate Glassboard Studio is offering 20% off. Use code AMBER20 during check out. This discount is valid foe the full range of products on their site. Link in bio.

The design features pretty peonies with a white background so the color of your inks and media are true and visible. Plus, there is an optional metal backing to make the glassboard magnetic. 

Watch the unboxing video, see the board in action, and learn more of the story. YouTube link in bio.

You'll be seeing a lot of this board in my videos and I hope you love it as much as I do.

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The WOW! Facebook Challenge theme this month is Co The WOW! Facebook Challenge theme this month is Coffee Break. So, I’m reposting one of my favorite coffee cards to get your creative juices flowing. Enter the challenge on the WOW! Facebook Fan Page. 

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Keep it clean and simple with the new Altenew Love Keep it clean and simple with the new Altenew Love & Friendship release. Join us on the hop and see how minimal ink blending and basic masking is all you need to bring these new florals to life.

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I'm totally loving the WOW! Alexandra Renke emboss I'm totally loving the WOW! Alexandra Renke embossing powders. Check out how I made this gorgeous background in my latest video on the WOW! YouTube channel.

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**IG & YT Hop + GIVEAWAY** We are celebrating the **IG & YT Hop + GIVEAWAY** We are celebrating the WOW! Embossing Powder NEW release with a fun Instagram Hop AND a youtube hop. 

The Youtube hop starts over on our channel so go check that out too.❤️ To celebrate the New Release we are giving away the whole collection here and over on YOUTUBE. That is two packs of the New release you could get your hands on just by commenting.

The more comments you leave the more chances to win. Winners will be chosen randomly from the comments left on each participating designer’s posts. 

And we would love it if you gave us your support and gave us a follow! 

NEXT: @strangelycreative
PREVIOUS: @dunjatrautmann

The hop closes Sunday January 31st, 2021.

Winners will be chosen randomly and announced on Wednesday February 3rd, 2021!

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ALTENEW JULY 2019 STENCIL RELEASE BLOG HOP

July 23, 2019 Altenew, Cardmaking, Copic & Alcohol Markers, Ink Techniques, Stencils, Watercolor, YouTube Tutorial

Holy smokes, Altenew keeps blowing me away with their innovative stencils. If you’re a Builder Stencil fan, then you’re in luck, there are several new ones in this 9 stencil release!

Today, I’m sharing 8 ways to use Altenew Stencils!

If you made your way here from the lovely Kymona Tracey’s blog, then you’re right on track. Head back to the Altenew Card Blog if you’d like to start at the beginning.

Let’s start with a closer look at these awesome stencils. Click here or on the image for more info.

Affiliate links are used at no cost to you. Thank you so so much for your support, it helps me run my blog and YouTube channel and bring you more inspiration!

Stencil Techniques

I’ll briefly discuss the techniques here, but please watch the video for details on the process.

1 & 2 | Ink Blending & Dry Embossing

There’s nothing like a bit of simple ink blending over a stencil for a quick, easy and impactful background.

I’ve ink blended Volcano Lake Crisp Dye Ink over the On the Plus Side Stencil and die cut it with a circle die.

Dry Embossing

The background panel was dry embossed with Beach Towel Stripes Stencil. The correct sandwich for dry embossing with stencils will differ for each die cutting machine. I have the Gemini Jr. and use the following sandwich.

Bottom to Top

  • Cutting plate
  • Metal shim
  • Plastic shim
  • Embossing pad
  • Cardstock
  • Stencil
  • Cutting plate

Run the sandwich through your die cutting machine. If you meet resistance, stop, and reverse, and remove a shim. Forcing it could damage your machine. If you run it through and there’s no resistance, you may need an addition shim.

Other Elements

  • Pen Sketched Flowers Stamp & Die Bundle
  • Altenew Artist Markers | Mango Smoothie | Bamboo, Olive | Mountain Mist | Volcano Lake
  • Mountain Mist Metallic Shimmer Ink Spray | splatter

3 | Masking the Stencil

Depending upon your desired look, it may be better to mask the stencil vs. the cardstock. In this case, I wanted the card to look like a beach towel with bold stripes.

The stencil was masked with washi tape in order to ink blend with Coral Berry, Galactic Stream, and Olive Crisp Dye Inks.

Other Elements

  • A Study In Watercolor | inlaid die cut
  • Gradient Sunset Stamp Set | sentiments

4 & 5 | Builder Stencils & Fussy Cutting

I’ve paired Diamond Builder & Color Block Hearts Stencils for this card. Their designs are so clever and impactful!

I started by ink blending Diamond Builder with Mountain Mist, Volcano Lake, Iceberg, and Eastern Sky. See the full pattern below in the layering guide?

What stuck out to me were x’s and o’s, so I decided to fussy cut them and use them as the main sentiment.

If you follow me, you know I love dry embossing with stencils. This time I dry embossed with the Color Block Hearts Stencil before ink blending.

Even though the stencil was run through twice, you could still see the full pattern. I then masked the stencil and ink blended with Frosty Pink and Coral Berry Crisp Dye Inks.

Other Elements

  • Label Love Stamp Set | sentiment

6 | Watercolor Wash

You’ll definitely want to spray the Bubble Wrap Stencil with a temporary spray adhesive like Pixie Spray or Krylon Easy-Tack to prevent pigment and water from seeping under the stencil for this technique.

  • Temporarily adhere the stencil to watercolor paper
  • Coat paper with water
  • Wash diluted Iceberg Crisp Dye Ink over the paper
  • Heat set
  • Wash diluted Mountain Mist ink over paper
  • Heat set before removing the stencil

Other Elements

  • Feeling Dotty Stencil | dry embossing
  • Fantasy Floral 3D Die Set | flower
  • Fancy Greetings | sentiment
  • Mountain Mist Metallic Shimmer Ink Spray | splatter

7 & 8 | Embossing Paste & Watercolor Drips

We could do an entire post on Altenew Embossing Paste techniques. For this post, I’ve paired it with watercolor drips.

Altenew’s embossing paste has the consistency of whipped buttercream and spreads like a dream. It’s easier to see this technique than to read about it so check out the video above.

Other Elements

  • Pen Sketch Flowers | vellum die cuts & sentiment

Whew, that was a whirl-wind of techniques and I do hope you enjoyed them. I had a blast with these stencils! I’d love to hear from you so please let me know what you think in the comments below.

As always supplies, giveaway info, Pinterest pics, and the next stop on the hop are below. Thanks for stopping by and until next time, Breathe · Ink · Inspire!

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Supplies

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 7/28/2019 for a chance to win.

They’ll 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 7/30/2019.

Winner Update

Congratulations to Lynn Young, winner of the Altenew $15 gift certificate! Please follow the link below for details on claiming your prize!

https://altenewblog.com/2019/07/30/july-2019-stencil-release-giveaway-winners/

Thanks so much to all of you for visiting and supporting my blog!

Next Stop

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Jaycee Gaspar
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Zinia Redo
Norine Borys
Caly Person
Lilith Eeckels
Therese Calvird
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Erum Tasneem
Marie Nicole
Svitlana Shayevich
Terri Koszler 
Isha Gupta
Jeanne Jachna
Kelly Janes
Mindy Eggen

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Comments

  1. Daphni Ames says

    July 30, 2019 at 5:57 am

    Thank you for the inspiration. I enjoy your style and presentation. I gotta try the watercolor techniques now. I too love the release from last month as well as this months. My poor pocketbook.

    Reply
  2. Lauryne Cunningham says

    July 28, 2019 at 6:46 am

    Gorgeous cards and such a nice variety of techniques! I love the Watercolor Wash card- so CAS but absolutely beautiful! I really enjoyed watching your video!

    Reply
  3. Jaycee C. says

    July 27, 2019 at 12:31 pm

    Wow – thanks for the technique video. I especially like the Beach Towel stripes with the inlaid flower. The Diamond and Heart Builder card is especially cool – 3 different things happening on the same card yet it has a very clean appearance.

    Reply
    • Amber Rain Davis says

      July 27, 2019 at 1:02 pm

      Thanks so much, Jaycee! That’s great to hear and I’m so happy they are inspiring!

      Reply
  4. Sharon Foulk says

    July 27, 2019 at 9:16 am

    Thanks for all the great techniques, they really are inspiring! My favorites both use the Bubble Wrap stencil, “Just Because” and “Be Happy”. I love them!

    Reply
  5. Aimee Phillips says

    July 26, 2019 at 8:54 pm

    I absolutely love what you created. My favorite is what you created using the embossing paste, watercolor drips, and the Vellum flowers. Those flowers are simply amazing. Something so simple can look so beautiful.

    Reply
    • Amber Rain Davis says

      July 27, 2019 at 8:48 am

      Thank you, Aimee. Pen Sketched flowers is so beautiful. It seems each of the sprigs are perfectly arranged making them so easy to use! Thanks for visiting!!

      Reply
  6. Beverly Jordan says

    July 26, 2019 at 4:41 pm

    Oh my goodness, your cards are gorgeous!!! Loved watching your video of the process and hearing of using the Kryon glue to help hold the stencil in place. Am your newest follower there btw. Have several Altenew stamps, dies and inks and am going to want all of these new stencils!

    Reply
    • Amber Rain Davis says

      July 26, 2019 at 7:38 pm

      Hi, Beverly. Welcome to my channel and thanks so much for subscribing and visiting! I’m happy to hear you enjoyed my video. I absolutely love Altenew, so you’ll be sure to see lots of Altenew inspiration on my channels. I hope to see you again real soon! Thanks again, Amber

      Reply
  7. Nandini Karmarkar says

    July 26, 2019 at 11:18 am

    The cards great, Amber. Thanks for all the different stencil techniques. Very useful info.

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    • Amber Rain Davis says

      July 26, 2019 at 7:39 pm

      Thanks, Nandini! And you’re so welcome! I hope to see your creations soon!

      Reply
  8. Kathy P says

    July 25, 2019 at 7:11 pm

    Always love your work, Amber! These cards are just awesome, the way you used the stencils, the colors, and all the special techniques that you are so famous for just work for me! I am always inspired by your work. Thanks so much for sharing with us!

    Reply
    • Amber Rain Davis says

      July 25, 2019 at 9:07 pm

      This is the sweetest comment, Kathy. You totally made my day! To know that my projects and videos have inspired you is extraordinary! Thank you!!

      Reply
  9. susan babcock says

    July 25, 2019 at 3:14 pm

    I love how you used the stencils as accents, really adds something special to the cards!

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    • Amber Rain Davis says

      July 25, 2019 at 9:08 pm

      Thanks so much, Susan!

      Reply
  10. Holly Reifke says

    July 25, 2019 at 11:01 am

    Lovely work! I really loved the embossing paste and watercolor drip card. It’s a technique that I haven’t tried before. Thank you for the inspiration,

    Reply
    • Amber Rain Davis says

      July 25, 2019 at 9:09 pm

      Thank you, Holly! Have fun giving it a try!!

      Reply
  11. Korey says

    July 25, 2019 at 8:39 am

    These are all gorgeous cards. I especially like Cards 4 & 5. My wishlist at Altenew has grown even longer thanks to you! TFS

    Reply
    • Amber Rain Davis says

      July 25, 2019 at 9:11 pm

      Thank you, Korey! Oh, that ever-growing wishlist. Always fun to prioritize the list and get the happy mail!!

      Reply
  12. Krystal Overby says

    July 25, 2019 at 8:35 am

    Wow! These cards are amazing! I especially love the one with the watercolor drips! Fabulous way to use these stencils!

    Reply
    • Amber Rain Davis says

      July 25, 2019 at 9:12 pm

      The is so much, Krystal!

      Reply
  13. Sue D says

    July 25, 2019 at 7:34 am

    Thanks for sharing these wonderful ways to use stencils. I pinned your post.

    Reply
  14. Jenny N says

    July 25, 2019 at 6:45 am

    Beautiful cards and great techniques’. Enjoyed your process video as always I have Pinned your cards.

    Reply
  15. Carol Koniecki says

    July 25, 2019 at 5:54 am

    Wow! Such great ideas! I love how you used the stencils to ink and emboss on the same card! I’m going to try that!

    Reply
  16. Cindy C. says

    July 24, 2019 at 6:10 pm

    Beautiful ways to use these stencils!!

    Reply
  17. Zlatka Kabaivanova says

    July 24, 2019 at 4:59 pm

    Thank you for all the great ideas! Your cards are beautiful! Making the xoxo with the diamond stencil is so clever!

    Reply
  18. Marisela Delgado says

    July 24, 2019 at 4:37 pm

    Awesome cards. So beautiful.

    Reply
  19. Bonnie Eng says

    July 24, 2019 at 12:08 pm

    Wonderful cards – thanks for the inspiration. I especially love the embossing paste and watercolor drips card – gorgeous!

    Reply
  20. Lydia E Hallum says

    July 24, 2019 at 10:19 am

    Love the effect you get get with the spray ink. I’ve never used it but it’s on my to list. Love your work.

    Reply
  21. Denise H Bilquin says

    July 24, 2019 at 9:11 am

    Your cards are absolutely stunning! Love the different techniques you used to show versatility of stencils. Thank you so much for sharing your creativity!

    Reply
  22. Patty Eifert says

    July 24, 2019 at 8:34 am

    Beautiful cards Amber! Thanks for all the inspiration!

    Reply
  23. Jaycee says

    July 24, 2019 at 7:30 am

    I learned so many new techniques from your projects! The soft watercolor circles and die cut flower make me so happy!

    Reply
    • Amber Rain Davis says

      July 24, 2019 at 1:17 pm

      Thanks, Jaycee! I’m always learning new things from your projects as well! Though I don’t know how you whip that swivel knife around as you do. I’m so clumsy with it. I think I’m pressing too hard??

      Reply
  24. Kelsey Thomas says

    July 24, 2019 at 7:09 am

    These are very beautiful. 🙂

    Reply
  25. Betty says

    July 24, 2019 at 6:27 am

    thanks for sharing all the these fantastic ways to use stencils, Amber – your watercolor wash card is gorgeous!

    Reply
  26. Denaha J Doss says

    July 24, 2019 at 4:57 am

    Wow! So many ways to use a stencil. Beautiful results. I especially love the way you made “XOXO” from the diamond builder. So clever!

    Reply
  27. Mirabelka says

    July 24, 2019 at 12:22 am

    Thank you so much for great ideas and the video. Lovely projects. I will follow you on FB and Instagram

    Reply
  28. Kirsty says

    July 23, 2019 at 10:09 pm

    I loved your very pretty cards. Thank you for the beautiful inspiration.

    Reply
  29. Carol Mc says

    July 23, 2019 at 8:58 pm

    Your cards are amazing. Thank you for all the inspiration.

    Reply
  30. Melissa Friedrich says

    July 23, 2019 at 8:25 pm

    So many beautiful cards and awesome video tutorial! LOVE LOVE LOVE all your cards, I think my favorite is the vellum one. Thank you so much for sharing your incredible talents.

    Reply
  31. Kelly S says

    July 23, 2019 at 7:53 pm

    Oh Amber – be still my heart! Your stop on the hop is just a breath of fresh air! I am absolutely smitten with your vellum work- how incredible and unique! This is like a stop at a English garden in the countryside – I can almost smell the colorful flowers ♥ TFS!

    Reply
  32. Teri Spracklin says

    July 23, 2019 at 7:47 pm

    These are such beautiful projects! I especially love your colour combos where you’ve paired warm and cool colours. I think I need to do more of that. Thanks for the inspiration!

    Reply
  33. Tarina Holloway says

    July 23, 2019 at 6:03 pm

    Oh Goodness, your creative ideas are amazing. Thank you for all of the inspiration and instructions. I thought I only needed two of the new stencils, I think you’ve convinced me otherwise!

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    • Amber Rain Davis says

      July 23, 2019 at 6:26 pm

      LOL! Thank you Tarina! There’s nothing like a little inspiration to give your wishlist an upgrade. ;o)

      Reply
  34. pat strothmann says

    July 23, 2019 at 5:42 pm

    I love the bubble wrap. I’m new to your site but sure looking forward to see your other work. Beautiful cards.

    Reply
    • Amber Rain Davis says

      July 23, 2019 at 6:26 pm

      Hello, Pat! Welcome to my site. I’m so happy you’ve found me today and I’ll be back soon with more inspiration! Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
  35. Jenrescuemama says

    July 23, 2019 at 5:21 pm

    Amazing! Love the beach towel colors. Truly looks like I’m on the beach! The watercolor drips are divine too!

    Reply
  36. Diane K says

    July 23, 2019 at 4:57 pm

    These new stencils are so amazing. I just love all of your cards, the water drips one is inspired! I also love the soft colors of the bubble wrap stencil card, but honestly they are all great. Thanks for helping us see all the ways to use these new stencils. Thanks.

    Reply
  37. Kristine Boydstun says

    July 23, 2019 at 4:56 pm

    Beautiful cards! I loved them all, but the beach towel strip and the watercolor drips were my favorite! Thank you so much for sharing so many ideas!

    Reply
  38. Vicki Sopcak says

    July 23, 2019 at 4:50 pm

    I love the new release and all the creative possibilities these new stencils bring. Great Cards!!!

    Reply
  39. Susan Phillips says

    July 23, 2019 at 4:40 pm

    Beautiful cards

    Reply
  40. Kathy Dippner says

    July 23, 2019 at 3:46 pm

    Beautiful cards! Thanks for sharing your fantastic techniques.

    Reply
    • Amber Rain Davis says

      July 23, 2019 at 4:14 pm

      Thanks, Kathy!

      Reply
  41. Sonja Woodward says

    July 23, 2019 at 3:14 pm

    You have such fantastic ideas! I love the “beach towel” effect and am going to do something very similar with one of my cards. You are someone I would really like to follow. Thanks for the video.

    Reply
    • Amber Rain Davis says

      July 23, 2019 at 4:13 pm

      Thanks so much, Sonja! Yes, please do follow me for more inspiration! I’d love to see you visit regularly!

      Reply
  42. VICKI SMITH says

    July 23, 2019 at 3:02 pm

    Amber, I am so impressed with your creativity! I watch you on your videos and these stenciled cards are outstanding with many techniques.

    Reply
    • Amber Rain Davis says

      July 23, 2019 at 4:15 pm

      Vicki, that is so sweet of you to say. Thanks so much!

      Reply
  43. Meghan Kennihan says

    July 23, 2019 at 3:01 pm

    These are all sooooo gorgeous! I love the color block heart one! So creative!

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    • Amber Rain Davis says

      July 23, 2019 at 4:15 pm

      Thank you, Meghan!

      Reply
  44. Jeanne Ragan says

    July 23, 2019 at 1:35 pm

    So many GREAT techniques. And such awesome stencils. Had to pin this for the technique info to use again! Thanks!

    Reply
    • Amber Rain Davis says

      July 23, 2019 at 1:54 pm

      Yay! Thanks for pinning! I’m so glad you liked the techniques!!

      Reply
  45. Liz O. says

    July 23, 2019 at 1:11 pm

    Once again Amber, your designs are absolutely fantastic! Love the mix of the Color Block Heart and Diamond Builder, these are two of my faves, thanks for the inspiration!

    Reply
    • Amber Rain Davis says

      July 23, 2019 at 1:54 pm

      You’re so welcome, Liz! Thank you!

      Reply
  46. Cyndi Morris says

    July 23, 2019 at 12:40 pm

    I’ve just recently started using stencils and I’m loving it. Thanks so much for all the tips and uses (I seem to be “stuck” on backgrounds). This new release is wonderful — my favorite is the Diamond Builder. Your cards are gorgeous.

    Reply
    • Amber Rain Davis says

      July 23, 2019 at 1:55 pm

      Thanks, Cyndi! Yaas, Diamond Builder is so cool and had some unique uses on the hop!

      Reply
  47. Tamala Priebe says

    July 23, 2019 at 12:24 pm

    Beautiful cards, thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  48. Delia Wilkes says

    July 23, 2019 at 12:23 pm

    Amazing cards and great inspiration for the use of the new stencils. Thank you.

    Reply
  49. Brenda L. Kuder says

    July 23, 2019 at 12:23 pm

    Great cards. Really fun stencils!

    Reply
  50. Gail Larsen says

    July 23, 2019 at 11:49 am

    gorgeous and ingenious ideas!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Reply
    • Amber Rain Davis says

      July 23, 2019 at 1:56 pm

      Thanks, Gail!

      Reply
  51. sandy m says

    July 23, 2019 at 11:39 am

    Your cards make me want to get my hot little hands on these stencils. All are excellent.

    Reply
    • Amber Rain Davis says

      July 23, 2019 at 1:57 pm

      Thanks, Sandy! I love stencils because they’re such a great value for so many techniques!

      Reply
  52. DONNA M Garafalo says

    July 23, 2019 at 11:20 am

    Lovely cards, great use of the stencils. Thank you for sharing.

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  53. Yvette Williams says

    July 23, 2019 at 11:15 am

    Great use of the stencils. Like to get more out of my tools.

    Reply
  54. Lisa Byers says

    July 23, 2019 at 10:56 am

    Fabulous cards!! Thank you for all of the techniques for these new Altenew stencils. I’m always open to new things!!

    Reply
    • Amber Rain Davis says

      July 23, 2019 at 1:57 pm

      Thanks, Lisa! Happy crafting!

      Reply
  55. Patt H. says

    July 23, 2019 at 10:30 am

    Wow, Amber, a plethora of beauties! I love them all, especially the Watercolor Drips card!

    Reply
    • Amber Rain Davis says

      July 23, 2019 at 1:57 pm

      Thanks, Patt! Shhh, don’t tell my other cards but that’s my fave too.

      Reply
  56. Sharon Youngblood says

    July 23, 2019 at 10:13 am

    Wow, what great ideas and techniques. Thanks so much for sharing.

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  57. Dorothy Ayotte says

    July 23, 2019 at 10:11 am

    You are so inspiring and creative. I just love the soft look of many of your cards. Just fabulous. Thank you for the tutorial on using stencils. This is new to me and so helpful.

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    • Amber Rain Davis says

      July 23, 2019 at 2:00 pm

      Thanks, Dorothy! I’m so happy you found it helpful!

      Reply
  58. Linda Anderson says

    July 23, 2019 at 9:54 am

    Thank you for sharing all the different ways you used the new Altenew stencils. So many great design and product options. Love that you cut out one of the designs to add to another stenciled design. The heart builder and diamond builder was my favorite card.

    Reply
    • Amber Rain Davis says

      July 23, 2019 at 2:02 pm

      Thanks so much, Linda!

      Reply
  59. Nana Griffin says

    July 23, 2019 at 9:49 am

    Absolutely love them all.

    Reply
  60. Elizabeth | Nutty's News says

    July 23, 2019 at 9:36 am

    Amazing Cards and Fantastic Inspiration! I’ve recently started using mixed media on cards, so will definitely try some of these ideas.

    Reply
    • Amber Rain Davis says

      July 23, 2019 at 2:03 pm

      Thanks, Elizabeth! Happy crafting!!

      Reply
  61. TERRI KOSZLER says

    July 23, 2019 at 9:34 am

    Amazing cards as always Amber, love your style

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    • Amber Rain Davis says

      July 23, 2019 at 2:03 pm

      Thanks, Terri! 🤗

      Reply
  62. Karthikha Uday says

    July 23, 2019 at 8:55 am

    Fantastic use of stencils! Thank you for this informative and inspirational post! I love how you made the XOXO using diamond builder! Creative thinking! 🙂

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    • Amber Rain Davis says

      July 23, 2019 at 2:03 pm

      Thank you, Karthikha!

      Reply
  63. Sandy S. says

    July 23, 2019 at 8:39 am

    You are so creative, Amber, and a terrific educator! I love watching your videos!

    Reply
    • Amber Rain Davis says

      July 23, 2019 at 2:04 pm

      Aw, thanks, Sandy!!

      Reply
  64. Lynn Young says

    July 23, 2019 at 8:35 am

    Oh my goodness, you are so creative! Love all of your cards, and thanks so much for the video!

    Reply
    • Amber Rain Davis says

      July 30, 2019 at 4:40 pm

      Congratulations Lynn! You won the Altenew gift card! You can see all the details at the link below to claim your prize. Thanks again for visiting and I hope to see you again real soon!

      https://altenewblog.com/2019/07/30/july-2019-stencil-release-giveaway-winners/

      Reply
  65. migafinn says

    July 23, 2019 at 8:33 am

    Oh so beautiful! Each one better that the last. So many techniques to try!

    Reply
  66. Cindi F says

    July 23, 2019 at 8:17 am

    Gorgeous cards! I love the watercolor techniques.

    Reply
  67. nicole watt says

    July 23, 2019 at 8:11 am

    Inspiring projects, Amber! I can’t wait to get some of these stencils in my stash!

    Reply
    • Amber Rain Davis says

      July 23, 2019 at 2:04 pm

      Thanks, Nicole!

      Reply
  68. Nina Houghton says

    July 23, 2019 at 7:56 am

    Thank you so much for demonstrating the diamond builder stencil. I am so excited about these stencils. Your cards are beautiful.

    Reply
  69. gail says

    July 23, 2019 at 7:49 am

    going to go try dry embossing right now – who knew

    Reply
  70. barbara lassiter says

    July 23, 2019 at 7:44 am

    Gorgeous use of these stencils! Love them all but my faves are the “just because” and “be happy” cards!

    Reply
  71. Dee Earnshaw says

    July 23, 2019 at 7:41 am

    wow love the creative way you used these stencis – love the color wash technique

    Reply
  72. Geneviève says

    July 23, 2019 at 7:19 am

    Thank you for this wonderful video

    Reply
  73. SD pooja says

    July 23, 2019 at 7:08 am

    Its hard to pick a favorite from 4 Awesome cards with 8 different techniques !! Thanks a lot for showing us the ways to use stencil on cards.Cutting “xo” from diamond builder stencil is so cool !

    Reply
    • Amber Rain Davis says

      July 23, 2019 at 4:16 pm

      Thank you, Pooja!

      Reply
  74. Debbie Rumpza says

    July 23, 2019 at 6:46 am

    Beautiful cards, Amber! My favorite is the Be Happy card. I just love the way you dripped a background in those beautiful colors and added the translucent embossing paste! What a beautiful card!

    Reply
    • Amber Rain Davis says

      July 23, 2019 at 4:16 pm

      Thanks so much, Debbie! That’s my fave too!

      Reply

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