Welcome to our Fresh Start Fresh Start Stamps/Dies/Stencils/Embossing Folders Collection Release Blog Hop. This is Virginia here, and I have 4 projects to share. We are super excited about today's hop, and we hope that this blog hop will jump start your creativity in 2021! Whether you are a beginner or long-time crafter, come join the Fresh Start Release Blog Hop and be inspired! We hope that you will learn new skills, gain knowledge, and have fun creating. Let's dive right in.
Every January, many of us feel ready for a fresh start. This release will certainly give you a creative fresh start, with innovative products and designs you haven't seen anywhere else! A unique take on layered flowers, floral typography, bold sentiments, stunning outlines, and original friendship/love images will satisfy your urge to try something new. Add in a few stand-alone dies, 3D embossing folders, enamel dots, and our signature Simple Coloring Stencils, and you will be ready to go!
Check out our new stamps/dies/stencils/inks/embossing folders/decals HERE!
UNBOXING VIDEO!
Check out this quick unboxing video to see the creative possibilities of our NEW products! You may also watch this on YouTube HERE.
Project 1: Versatile Vases 2 Stamp & Die Bundle and Spotted Orchid Stamp, Die & Mask Stencil Bundle
If you love the Versatile Vases Stamp Set, you know how versatile and fun it is to use these vases along with your floral creations. This Versatile Vases 2 Stamp Set will take your floral arrangement to new heights!
For the vase, I clear-embossed it on Transparent Vellum. I then took Artist Alcohol Markers and colored the backside of the vase. Inside the vase, I also added some “dirt”, leaves, and stems. The coordinating die makes die cutting the vase a simple task.
Let's not forget the obvious…. the Spotted Orchid Stamp Set is absolutely spot on. I cannot believe the realistic look these stamps can achieve! I stamped the orchid in Martian Terrain Crisp Dye Ink and used the Layering Stencil for the largest outer layer. The petals look even lighter and more realistic!
Project 2: A Little Bit of Love Stamp & Die Bundle and Woven Heart Die Set
As a fresh start, what could be more perfect to promote friendship and love with this “A Little Bit of Love” Stamp Set?
I love that you now can coordinate ANY skin color based on your recipient(s) and yours…down to the finger nails! The Woven Heart Die provides the perfect background for this design. Isn't that heartwarming?
Project 3: Enchanted Rose Stamp Set and Illusion Heart Die Set
The Enchanted Rose Stamp Set is likely the largest outline stamp there is! If you love coloring, this is definitely worth considering.
If you love embossing (like I do), this stamp set has gorgeous lines and details. To top off the gorgeous backdrop, the Illusion Heart Die Set is sure to catch your eyes!
This Illusion Heart Die Set can be used in so many ways. You can simply use just outlines, partially inlaid (as the example here shows) or completely inlaid!
Project 4: Spotted Orchid Stamp, Die, Mask Stencil Bundle, Simple Greetings Die Set, Swirl Motif 3D Embossing Folder
We all love the ease of using an embossing folder! This Swirl Motif 3D Embossing Folder provides that special touch of elegance. The motif is bold, and yet, subtle.
The stamped, stenciled, and die-cut Spotted Orchid looks stunning against the motif and Gold String Washi Tape.
The die-cut “Thanks” from Simple Greetings Die Set conveys the message perfectly! Now you must check out today's blog hop as each designer has his/her own take with this refreshingly beautiful release.
Prizes!
$300 in total prizes! To celebrate this release, Altenew is giving away a $50 gift certificate to 2 lucky winners and a $20 gift certificate to 10 winners! Please leave a comment on the Altenew Card Blog and/or each designer’s blog post on the blog hop list below by 01/11/2021 for a chance to win. Altenew will draw 12 random winners from the comments left on each stop of this blog hop and announce the winners on the Altenew Winners Page on 01/13/2021.
Gifts!
Here are THREE ways to get a FREEBIE to kickstart your creativity!
Get a FREE brand new Fresh Start Stamp & Die Release Inspiration Guide (worth $5.99) with every order of high-value Fresh Start release bundles. Shop HERE! *Exclusions apply.
Get a FREE brand new online cardmaking class with every order from the new Fresh Start Stamp & Die Release collection from 01/05/2021 through 01/11/2021. Shop HERE!
Get a FREE brand new Fresh Start Stamp & Die Release Mini Inspiration Guide with every order from 01/05/2021 through 01/07/2021. Shop HERE!
Blog Hop!
Your first stop on the hop is the amazing Vicky Papaioannou. Below is the complete hop list for your convenience. Don’t forget to leave a comment on every stop of the hop!
191 comments
Love your stuff!
A little bit of Love is all you need!! No pun intended, I indeed love that stamp set!!
The vase stamped onto vellum – love it!
Another amazing new release from Altnew!! Just love it!!
I Just love your vases! and the flowers to go with. Can’t wait to try that technique!
Beautiful ideas!
I love this release. My favorite is the vases.
Those vases are phenominal!
Altenew has done it again! Another great release with something for everyone. Lovely blooms, great vases (to finish off the picture), embossing folders and dies and not forgetting that lovely heart die. So many designers with unique and wonderful ideas to inspire us. We are in Card Making heaven! :)
The swirl embossing really enhances the look. Very elegant. You are such an inspiration, Virginia. Love it.
Another great release. Happy New Year! I love those bigger vases – so many possibilities.
Love the two hands that make a heart! <3
Another fabulous release! I don’t know how you do it time and again!
Holy moly, how do you guys come up with so many awesome designs over and over again? :-) Love the hands in the heart shape!
Your stamps and dies in this release are amazing. Thank you. Also thank you for the inspirational videos. I have a couple of older sets that I haven’t used yet because I didn’t know quite what to do with them. Seeing what your designers have created with this set makes me want to start a project immediately.
I am really, really enjoying the beautiful designs, colors! It’s winter, blah, and we are confined more than ever. That orchid, oh so beautiful!! Thank you for this great, inspiring release.
Beautiful ideas!
So many goodies! Great new products! I can’t wait to see what the design team have created. I especially like the orchid.
I absolutely love this release and this cards are spot on!
The detail on that spotted orchid is incredible! ❤️
The spotted orchid is simply stunning! Great stamp set!
Another fabulous release!
This release is so beautiful, lots of beautiful things in it!
I love the airbrush flowers stamp set and those orchid stamps, OMG, I really love this stamp set!
What a fantastic release! Since I’m addicted to Altenew florals, I think the Spotted Orchid may be my favorite!
Beautiful creations, Virginia, especially the stunning Versatile Vases!
Wow! Amazing products and cards! I love the 3D embossing folders!
This release is amazing. Attention to detail is outstanding
I am actually pleasantly surprised at how much the heart die is growing on me! I wouldn’t have thought to use it as a frame for a sentiment. Very cute! I also love the embossing on vellum. That is one technique that is still on my to try list. Thank you for all the lovely projects!
Looks like another fantabulous release!!
What a start to 2021, wonderful release.
OMG – these products are so gorgeous! I love the Versatile Vases.
I can’t pick a favourite they are all such stunning stamps and the cards are all beautiful.
What a great release! The A Little Bit of Love stamps and dies are a favorite!
Virginia what amazing projects you’ve done!!! 💗 And what a wonderful new release!
I absolutely love the versatile vases on clear vellum. I can’t wait to order it!
The illusion heart is great.
I love the quality of all my Altenew stamps, dies and inks. This bundle is very appealing!
The vase is gorgeous
I love all of the new release pretties. Thanks for the amazing inspiration!
Love the new release. The Versatile Vases 2 Stamp set is simply beautiful! Love the different sizes for different size cards.
Love the dimensional orchid stamp!