17 April 2020

Altenew April 2020 Stamps/Dies/Stencils/Stamping Mat/Sequins Release Blog Hop + Giveaway


Welcome to the April 2020 Altenew release, you should have arrived here from the amazing Amber Rain Davis blog, If not don't worry you can go back to the start of the hop at any time by clicking here https://altenewblog.com/April-2020-Release-Blog-Hop



Today's release is packed full of crafty goodness, Stamps, dies, stencils, sequinns and a stamping mat... You can shop the release here >>>Make a statement release

I had so much fun working with this release that I've made 12 cards to share, I could have kept going but I'll save the inspiration for future posts. Get yourself comfy and lets jump right in.


My first 3 cards are made using the Radial Stars Cover Die


I love being able to layer die cut pieces to create drop shadows and new looks, so for this card I cut the cover die twice, once in white and once in teal. I then layered them with a slight drop shadow, this give depth and interest, I then snipped into it to take out a circular area. I placed some of the stars into that area using purple, pink and teal card.  I added a sentimetn using the new Strip Sentiments 2 stamp set.


Paper piecing is another way to get more from your dies, I chose to cut the Radial Stard Cover die in white, pink and Teal, using the white piece I added it to an A2 note card and started adding the stars back in, the easiest way to do this is to use double sided adhesive sheets under the die cut panel.  Using some of the Teal and Pink stars I created a circular area to highlight where the sentiment sits. The snetiment was stamped using the Sentiment Strips 2 stamp set, which I heat embossed in white onto the teal cardstock.



Remember in the first card I where snipped out a section of the die cut panel? Well in this card I use it as an embellishment. Firstly I used the new Confetti Stencil along with some texture gel and irridecent glitter to create the background on black card. I love how irridecent glitter  looks different depending on the background it sits against. Once dry I addded the piece snipped from the Radial Stars cover die and then placed a sentiment on top. Such a fun card.



I think this card is my favourite from all I've made from this release. It's so fun, bright and happy. I started by creating a background with the Mixed Sprinkles Stencil, I inked 3 times using Pink Yellow and Teal ink, on the last inking of the teal I kept the stencil in place and added some glitter gel.

I stamped and coloured 2 cupcakes from the Way Too Sweet Stamp Set and coloured them and added some glitter to the frosting. I then fussy cut them and set them aside. The HBD was cut using the Fine Alphabet Die Set, before cutting them I inked 3 scraps of card using the same colours as the background. I cut several more HBD from white card so that I could stack them together to create faux chipboard letters. The "Celebrating you today" sentiment is from the Strip Sentiments 2 stmap set.  I really do love this card.


My next card brings together an older stamp set and a new stencil. I used the Patchwork kite Stencil and some pink ink to create the background, I then stamped and cut the fox using the Huug Me Stamp Set and Hug Me Die Set, I added a sentiment using the Sentiment Strips 2 stmap set and sprinkled and few Satin Gold Sequins for the finishing touch.




Who doesn't love a rainbow? The Over The Rainbow Stencil is such a cute design. The intersections are very fine so I reccoment using a stencil spray adhesive so that they dont more when you are using it. I started by adding some of Altenew's Embossing paste through the stencl (making sure to mask off where I didn't want paste). I removed the stencil and left it to dry. Once dry I added colour to each section using a small eyeshadow brush. I love that you have colour and diemtnion too.



I just love using glitter gel with stencils as you've probably wored out by now. For this card I used the Confetti Stencil, I started by inking a piece of white card with a creamy pigment ink, I did this because when you add the glitter gel over the top it create a lighter, more vibrant shade. I decided to keep the card clean and minimalby cutting the backgeound panel on a diagonal and adding a senitment on a black strip.


Present stamps are such a usfeul thing to have in your crafty stash, the Piles of Presents Stamp Set is a great set, it has a base layer, detail layer, ribbon and bow in several sizes and styles. I used it here along with the Piles of Presents Mask to create a layerd look.


Using the Piles of Presents die set I cut several presents from the Verdant Walk Paper Pack, I then used the Piles of Presents Stamps to add heat embossed ribbons and bows. I added the presents to a white panel which was then added to a piece of Verdant Walk paper with foam tape. I think this card looks stuning, very boutique....


Next up is a floral card, I create this card using the Just Jasmine Stamp set and Matching die set. I started by  inking the background of an A2 notecard using the Patchwork Kite Stencil and some blue ink. I stamped and die cut 2 of the Jasmine Sprigs and adde them to the card using 3D glue gel. I added a seniment in black and sprinkled a few Satin White Sequins.


My second card using the Just Jasmine Stamp Set is a real contrast from the last, I opted for natural tones, I cut an A2 note card from NeeNah Desert Strom card stock as it has a soft kraft colour and a silky surface. I added a piece of Golden Strokes Washi to the card for my Jasmine to sit over, I stamaped the sentiment in a soft brown ink and scattered some of the Antique Gold Sequins.


My final card was stamped using the Envelope Art Stamp Set, as soon as I saw it I had this card planned and stored in my head. I started by stamping the banner, you an have as many sections as you like but I opted for 3 to add my sentiments. I cut a mask using Gina K's Masking Magic sheets, these sheets are awesome as you can stamp over them time and time again and the ink wont seep through to your card. I used the Garden Treaure Stamp set to stamp lots of beautiful blooms. I added 3 sentiments from the Strip Sentiments 2 set and a few Satin White Sequins.

There you have it 12 card made with the new release. Your next stop on the hop is Laura Bassen.


Prizes!
To celebrate this release, Altenew is giving away a $50 gift certificate to 6 lucky winners! Please leave a comment on the Altenew Card Blog and/or Altenew Mixed Media Blog by 4/23/2020 for a chance to win.
We’ll also draw a winner to receive a $20 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 4/26/2020.

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85 comments:

  1. Great release! Gorgeous creations, I especially love your Jasmine on kraft and the pretty presents using your stash of papers!

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  2. Of all of your lovely cards it's the tone-on-tone tan card that really caught my attention. It's hard to find inspiration for sympathy cards for men. This one is perfect!

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  3. WOW! I can't believe the different looks you achieved with the Radial Stars Coverplate! Now I have to add that one to my list of must-haves!!!

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  4. These are awesome, I am always looking for products for boys or girls....you nailed it!

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  5. These are all amazing, but the rainbow card has to be my favorite!

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  6. Wow! So many amazing creations! Love all the backgrounds a lot! <3

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  7. Fabulous cards to highlight this release - I absolutely love how you used those various stencils!

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  8. Wow, lots of beautiful inspiration here! tfs!

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  9. Ohh what an inspiration love your stencilled cards and star die..thank you so much for this hop, hugs Blankina

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  10. Thank you for sharing your beautiful creations. I especially love your first card with the stars.

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  11. Wonderful. I really the inlay work you did with the stars die. Great

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  12. Such an amazing 12 cards! I love all the stenciling techniques you used!

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  13. Lovely cards. I'm really liking this release.

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  14. Beautiful! Awesome! Gorgeous! Your cards are exceptional.

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  15. Wow beautiful cards!! I especially love the rainbow card!!

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  16. Wow! I am impressed with all of your beautiful cards! Great ideas!

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  17. Wonderful release and beautiful cards!! Creative inspiration abounds!!

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  18. OMG what a beautiful collection of cards - love them all - the banner set is my fav

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  19. So many beautiful cards. I am all about rainbows right now, but, who isn't, right? 😉

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  20. What a great mix or neutrals and vibrant colors and flowers. Really pretty. Thanks for sharing.

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  21. I love the way you used the banners on that stamp. And the white sequins are FABOOOOO

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  22. Love your cards, especially the 2 using the Radial Stars die! Thanks for the inspiration!

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  23. I love how you used the stencils and dies. The rainbow one is my favorite. But so much inspiration in just one blog post!

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  24. Gorgeous inspiration! Love your stencilled cards. Thank you.

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  25. You have so many fantastic card ideas! I love them!

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  26. I love the bright colors! Especially your first card and great stenciling!

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  27. Wow, your cards are wonderful. Amazing way to use Altenew products.

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  28. These are all beautiful! I am loving all the new stencils this time around!

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  29. Your cards are all so beautiful!

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  30. Awesomeness! Your cards are beautiful. Thanks for sharing your talents with us!!

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  31. Wonderful cards! I especially like the ones you created using the star background, love the different ways you showcased it!

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  32. Altenew's new release is fabulous! I love all of your cards. It's impossible to pick a favorite.
    Thank you for the inspiration.

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  33. Such gorgeous cards! Love the new release!
    Thanks so much for sharing.

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  34. Great examples with the release. Good look at the cover die.

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  35. These are all fabulous cards!

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  36. Love your work! Thanks to Altenew for a great release and to you for inspiring us with fabulous cards.

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  37. Boo Hoo, not all of you art opened, even after I refreshed the page, so I only got to see 3 of your 12. I really like the rainbow card. I'll try back later to see if they will load properly.

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  38. I see you made a lot of cards! Sadly not all the of pictures showed up! But that rainbow one is adorable!!!

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  39. These are amazing! But didn’t see a lot of them. The starter plate is very versatile and love your rainbow card.

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  40. I love the star card at the beginning but like the rest I can't see all of your beautiful work.

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  41. all lovely examples, thank you

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  42. Love the new release!!! Wonderful examples <3<3<3

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  43. Beautiful, fun cards. I love the variety of this release -- something for everyone and so many possibilities!

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  44. I totally love the look of radial star die. Pink and teal color combo looks great.

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  45. WOW!! You ROCKED that radial star die!! I LOVE the different looks you got!!!

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  46. I missed a lot of the photos in this post but what I saw was wonderful. The star card is awesome and so colorful.

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  47. Thanks for the amazing inspiration! I am totally in love with the new release! Especially the stencils and the gorgeous dies!

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  48. I couldn't see all the cards either but the ones I could see are beautiful. Love the stars but most of all, I love the rainbow card.

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  49. Love the stars and the rainbow! Beautiful cards!

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  50. Wow, you've been a busy girl! love this release!

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  51. Great cards! I love how you inspire to be creative! You made wonderful creations with wonderful products!

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  52. i love all the cards that you have created from tone on tone to the die inset cards they are so lovely..you are definitely very good with the dies and the color combinations. Would definitely hop over to your blog

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  53. Love the cards. They all look so great

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  54. Super sweet and fun cards! Lovely designs and fabulous inspiration using the new release.

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  55. Lovely designs Terri! I have a very long shopping list, but the cover dies are at the top of it! Thanks for sharing!

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  56. So many wonderful cards you have created with these new products.

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  57. Wow!! Amazing card!!! Love the star cards!!

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  58. Unfortunately for me a lot of your stills did not display on my screen. (By reading your narrative and then linking to the stamp/stencil I think I was able to pick out your card from those displayed with linked item.) I did enjoy the stars; but I have to say the colors used (and of course the bling) influenced my truly appreciating the Confetti Stencil card! You really out did yourself in those beautiful creations.

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  59. That star die is wonderful! Love how you use it!

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  60. Beautiful cards! The radial star is a great looking die and looks easy to paper piece.

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  61. I love seeing the different ways you used the radial star cover die but was unable to view your other work. Thank you for sharing!

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  62. TRuly fabulous cards! My favorite is the Rainbow card but almost impossible to just oick one!

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  63. Great cards. Really liked the technique for the rainbow 🌈. Thanks

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  64. You made some amazing cards!. Such a phenomenal release!!. My favorite is your To My Favorite Friend, Sending Healing Hugs Stay Strong Card. I have many friends like me who are dealing with anxiety and depression and this is a perfect card to send not only now but in the future.

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  65. Wonderful cards. Thank you for sharing all these projects! Lot of ideas!!!

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  66. Oh my goodness! Can't even pick a favorite. I kept scrolling and loving each one. Great release!

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  67. Great cards! I especially like the paper pieced stars.

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  68. I love the die cut presents with the gold embossing. Thanks

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  69. So many clever designs with this overwhelming large release!! Gorgeous cards!

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  70. Love how you used the stencils. Very Creative. Beautiful Cards.

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  71. Wow all these cards are incredible! Looks like you had fun creating these!

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  72. Very beautiful cards. Love how you incorporated the new release and offer wonderful examples.

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  73. Stunning group of cards. Thanks for all of the great inspiration

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  74. So many beauties to comment on individually is such an injustice to your talent and inspiration. Best to just say BRAVO! Please be well!

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  75. Great projects! I love seeing all the different stencils in use!

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  76. Cute cards and good ideas! Thank you

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