Welcome back for another Altenew Stamp, Die + more release! Not only do we have new stamps and dies to share, but we also have some fun new accessories too! You should be arriving from Nathalie DeSousa’s blog. If not, you can track back to the Altenew Card Blog to start at the beginning, or continue around until you loop back here.
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aah, those summer nights!
This month’s release is themed “Summer Nights”. It is an eclectic mix of everything from camping to constellations, and of course, florals! The bonus accessories are waxes and wax seals so you can seal your envelopes in style, or use the seals on your projects!
hello, beautiful!
My first project features the #1 stamp set on my must have list from this release. It’s called Beauty Within, and let me tell you, there’s beauty on the outside too! LOL! As you may know, my favorite Altenew set is Beautiful Day. This set is very similar and will pair perfectly with that set, and it’s companion, Remember This.
I wanted to show off the beautiful lines in the stamp, so I just used a few colored pencils to add in hints of color. I paired the arrangement with the new Nesting Ovals. This is actually the negative leftovers from the ovals, stacked on top of each other, with the Marsh Land washi in the background. See that wax seal? That’s the Blooming Bud stamp in Enchanted Gold from the Wax Sticks collection. Be on the lookout for this and another style in my other projects!
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with deepest sympathy
Sympathy cards are a necessity in anyone’s card stash. For as reluctant as we are to have them on hand, it’s always the one we need when we are least prepared. I was happy to see a sympathy sentiments stamp set in this release. It’s called With Deepest Sympathy. There are good quotes in the set that are appropriate for both inner and outer greetings – making it easy to say something without having to come up with our own words.
I went quick and simple for this project using a full washi background (Botanical Rhapsody is a perfect fit!) and a simple embossed sentiment. This card can be made in under 5 minutes, but is still striking enough to carry the feeling and emotion it needs to.
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make it!
Let’s take a few minutes to make this sympathy card together. You’ll be glad to have this one in your stash, and can make them on-demand when you need another in the future.
hello astro!
I love astrology (yes, I do read my weekly horoscope) and have long been eyeing up the Zodiac constellation dies from Altenew. The Splatter Constellations stamp and die set is a perfect alternative, with all of the zodiac represented in both the stamp set and the dies. The splatter look is fun and causal. Group a whole bunch together to make a night sky, or call out a single constellation to recognize the recipient. You choose!
There’s another wax seal in these pics. See it? This is the Just Hello stamp paired with the Sapphire Wax Seal Beads and Wax Melting Spoon.
Thank You!
Time is precious and I’m truly grateful that you chose to spend a few minutes of your day here!
I would love to connect with you on Instagram, YouTube, and Pinterest where we have the opportunity to share and interact even more!
Now, about that GIVEAWAY…
To celebrate this release, Altenew is giving away a $30 gift certificate to 3 lucky winners! Please leave a comment on the Altenew Card Blog by 10/25/2020 for a chance to win.
We’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 Winners Page on 10/27/2020.
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Beautiful projects, love the watercolor background for the zodiac sign!
Love the cards, the sympathy cards the color is so subtle that it makes it perfect!
I really like the simplicity of the black-and-white cards. They are very pretty
I enjoy seeing your cards. The black and white cards are very inspiring. I really like the Libra card (and I’m a Libra, too). The blue watercolored background is lovely.
Gorgeous cards. In love with the constellation stamps. The blue background is amazing on the Libra Card. Also, the washitape card is so pretty, simple and lovely!
Your constellation card gave me some ideas. Thanks.
I love the deep sky blue of your libra card.
I just love the softness of your first card! Your use of the ovals is a unique and lovely look. Thank you for sharing the tutorial. I don’t have any wide washi tape, but I may have to change that. This card is gorgeous!
Black and white are a favorite of mine – I like how you gave variety on your art — also the blue background with the white is stunning! TFS
Wonderful projects! Thanks for the tutorial too. I love the subtle colors on the first two cards.
I love the layers of your oval card and how it still focuses on the beautiful floral design. I would say that is your stunner for the release.
These are really beautiful! Love the oval and the constellations!
“Beauty Within” — GET IN MY CART!
I love the grey with soft tones of color!
I love the blooming bud stamp set and the sealing wax.
Great sympathy card info. Washi tapes have come a long way, and have so many to choose from in the crafting circles. Altenew has really pretty ones, just as you used here. The zodiac card is really nice and something everyone has in common. Adding to wish list. Thanks for sharing your skills.
Your cards are so pretty.
Great cards! I especially like the sympathy card. Hard to believe it was so simple and quick to make. Also really like the way you used the oval die cuts on your first card. Thanks for the inspiration!
Love that sympathy stamp set and all your cards!
Love your quick and simple designs. So very elegant! TFS
I agree with you that Beauty Within is a favorite in this release! I love the way you made your Beauty Within card with the nesting dies! I love the simplicity of your sympathy card! Thanks for the video!
Great cards, I can’t wait to try your sympathy card, what a great idea.
Love the simple card!!
Beautiful cards! Love the constellation sky.
Lovely projects!
Beautiful cards and so many ways to use the stamps. I am loving the splatter constellations and Beauty within stamps and also dies.
Live your use of neutrals worth the light pink of the flower. Nice combo. Good eye!
I just LOVE your monochromatic (almost!) cards! So beautiful!!!
Great blue card, stunning.
Great cards. I like how you used a double frame on your hello beautiful card. TFS
So very nice. Thanks for sharing
Love the card with the ovals!
The sympathy card is very nice too.
Thanks for sharing.
Your cards are all so different – and each one is so lovely.
Love the cards!
I love those wax seals on black envelopes!
Lovely cards! I really enjoyed your use of Washi tape and your quick 5 minute card and video are great! So inspirational.
wow. love your cards!
Pure gorgeous-ness!! Creative inspiration GALORE!!
I agree with you, this stamp set is gorgeous! But what caught my attention was using the negative of the oval dies. Thank you for that. Also. I struggle for Sympathy card ideas, and yours is so simple and yet so stunning. Thank you for sharing your ideas.
Very pretty cards. Lovely sympathy card–simple and elegant. Really like the zodiac card as well. The card featuring the Beauty Within set is my favorite!
Nicole, I just started making sympathy cards during covid lockdown, as I can not shop. I really enjoyed yours. I also love the new astrology stamps. We are a big telescope family, and I intend to use them on my kids cards. I love the way you did the background : )
The grey, green, pink combo looks so elegant. I love this look!
Thanks for sharing these beautiful inspirations!!
Wonderful cards. I love the soft colors on the sympathy card.
I like the use of grey in your cards!
Your cards are fantastic. I love the astrology one.
Fantastic designs Nicole! I really appreciate you sharing your 5 min Sympathy card, those are always hard to make, I struggle finding the right images but this idea is going into my inspiration boards right away! So many wonderful products to choose from, the shopping list is growing rapidly! Thanks for the inspiration!
Thank you so much for creating a video tutorial on how to case your creations! I love how you added simple color accents to the flowers, for a soft look. Beautifully done!
Very lovely sympathy cards. I love your use of the ovals!
Beautiful cards! I especially love the gorgeous flower from the Beauty Within set! The background for your astro card looks awesome!
These are some really brilliant ideas! I love the soft, subtle color palette in your sympathy cards, and the astro cards are out of this world amazing! I can’t wait to try it!
Warm Hugs,
Michele K. Henderson
Thank you for the quick idea for a sympathy card- your card is beautiful. Now I need to go look through my washi tape stash!
Lovely minimal palettes and use of washi tape on your first floral cards. Thanks for sharing your tips and the technique video.
Such beautiful cards! Love your designs.
Thanks so much for sharing…
Good shares. Can’t wait to give the wax a try and test for flexibility. Want to make sure if won’t crack if used on the outer envelope when it goes through the sorting machines.
I love it simple,soft and beautiful projects!
Love the blue libra card.
Ooo, I love your minimal coloring. It’s so delicate and lovely, which is especially nice for a sympathy card like you made. Also, I’m a huge fan of blue, so I will take that deep blue watercolor background any day.
I love your cards. Nice sympathy card design
These are really pretty!
The sophisticated color scheme is beautiful! And I’m drooling over the Splatter Constellations… They are fantastic!
Wonderful cards! I love the use oval layers on the first card! Clever designs and a great video!Thanks for sharing! Take care! 🙂
Thanks for the amazing inspiration! I absolutely love all the great ideas! Makes me want to pull out my supplies and start playing!
Gorgeous cards! I especially like the first one with the layered ovals. I love the color gradients which are perfect to show off that lovely flower! Your coloring is perfect!
Wowsers! Oh my goodness, your cards are beautiful! I love the colors and design! Stunning!
What beautiful cards!
Beautiful cards! I like the look of the staggered ovals.
Beautiful
Love these! So beautiful and stylish.