Wednesday, April 5, 2017

Altenew Card Kit/Layering Dies Release Blog Hop + Giveaway

Hello friends!
This is my 2nd post for the day. Please click here for Simon Says Stamp Wednesday Challenge.
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Warning: SUPER photo-heavy post
I am excited to share another super exciting event over Altenew.
 In this release, we are sharing projects with the new CARD KIT and LAYERING DIES.
If you come from my talented team mate Erum Tasneem, you are in the right place. There are so much inspiration that you do not want to miss this hop.
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  1. Thirty four cardstock die cuts
  2. Six 8.5x11 inch cardstock (Made in UK)
  3. Forty eight 6x6 inch pattern paper sheets (two of each design)
  4. Two alphabet sticker sheets
  5. 12 wood veneer frames
  6. 6x8 inch photopolymer clear stamp set (Made in USA)
  7. One gold glitter tape
  8. Frame die, hearts and stars die
  9. Enamel dots and hearts (4x6 inch sheet)

Let's get right to the Card Kit
The pattern paper in the card kit are unbelievably beautiful.
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I added the Gold Glitter Tape to the paper cut out  and I love the effect it gives!

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No stamping involved with this set of world map cards!

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 Of course, the stamp set and die alone are totally worth getting the card kit!

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Honestly, I can't stop making card sets as they are so easy to use and the pattern paper are absolutely amazing. Next we are seeing Layering Dies! The layering dies come with two plates.

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How about the Cityscape Layering Die A
and Cityscape Layering Die B?

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Next we are seeing the ornate layering dies 
( Layered Floral Cover Die A and Layered Floral Cover Die B)

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I also used the new Inline Alpha Die.
 

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I only needed to add ink colors inner layer and that is it! The woodgrain paper you see is "Cherry Wood" that  Altenew carries in their shop.


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Last but certainly not the least....
Medallion Cover Die A and Medallion Cover Die B.
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You guessed it, they are much like the Medallion Stencil A and B.
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The great thing about the Medallion Cover Die A and Medallion Cover Die B. is that you CAN make your own stencil if you get the dies! All you need is some sturdy acetate or just any card stock! I inked up all the bright colors with Altenew Inks. TheGold Foil Paper makes the design even more festive! This is a wedding card that gives you a happy feeling!
The sentiment is from Beautiful Lady Stamp Set ( love the font in that set!).
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What do you think? I hope that you like how I use these products. With products like these, anyone can interpret however they like it and add their own twist.
Prizes:

To celebrate this release, Altenew is giving away a $50 gift certificate to THREE lucky winners! Please leave a comment on the Altenew blog by Friday, April 14th at 11:59 pm EDT for a chance to win. The winners will be announced on the Altenew blog on Saturday, April 15th.

AND I will draw a winner to receive a $30 gift certificate. Please do leave a comment for the chance! edited: A lucky ransdom winner will be announced on. April 10th right in this blog.

 Hope Order:
Isha Gupta
Svitlana Shayevich

Your next stop is Dana Hyejin Gong. I know she has something beautiful created! 

You can also order this new release over Altenew (see here) and Simon Says Stamp (see here). 
Have fun hopping! Thank you for stopping by!

(You can find all the products used in the following inlinkz. Click on the product and it takes you straight to the shop. Affiliate links are applied at no extra cot to you. Thank you!)

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Erum Tasneem said...

LOVED each and every card you made! You rock V!
The warning though HAHA

Terri Koszler said...

Another amazing release, I love all of your projects.

Shelly said...

Oh my...these are all sooo BEAUTIFUL, Virginia! Love!

Studio at 215 said...

I couldn't wait to see your post after your warning! Ha. You didn't disappoint as your cards are so colorful, full of dimension and just plain gorgeous! Thank you for the ideas as this Altenew release is so full of beautiful items!

Cindy C. said...

OH my goodness, I really enjoy this array of beautiful, dazzling cards!!

Diana Trout {Nan.DT@verizon.net} said...

Your cards are fabulous! Thanks for the inspiration

Debbie Rumpza said...

Wow! Incredible cards today! I love the patterned paper in the kit too... Quickie cards that are still so beautiful!

Stacy said...

Your cards are gorgeous! This release is amazing!

Susie, Athens GA said...

Such a unique release, so excited to try these dies.

Debra said...

I love your style. Beautiful designs.

conil said...

Good grief...you've been incredibly busy and successful with these new products and the kit. It's like a kid in a candy store. Gorgeous cards, each and every one of them.

Unknown said...

Wow.. Such Lovely and fun cards.. All of them look beautiful.. Thanks so much for inspiring..

Harriet said...

Extraordinary. My goodness each card is a different interpretation and yet they sing, sing, sing!! The dies are so very unique, Trust Altenew and their brilliant team to create this stunning release. And in your hands and inventive eye....great team.

Beth H. said...

Amazing cards! Love the floral background die set.

Unknown said...

Thank you for this fun giveaway! I do not own any altnew products and I would love to try them! I really like their layering stamps, dies, and stencils. Really pretty!

Deb Selby said...

Simply stunning. The beauty of all the layering dies is making it impossible to choose just one.

Purple Princess said...

Wonderful cards!!

Kaypossum said...

I wasn't sure about those layering dies - but this hop is making me want them all!

Teresa Doyle said...

OH mercy Virginia! Is there nothing you cannot make? These are all just amazing!

Mary Jo Stew said...

Love the different colors you used with the medallion dies.

Lori P. said...

Love your samples! Love this release!

Carol D said...

Wonderful cards! I really love your take on the floral layer dies. Fantastic!

Denise Bryant said...

Beautiful projects! I am really excited about these layering dies! I think the Layered Floral set is my favorite!

Donna Hendrick said...

Such an awesome release!

Katy said...

I love the cards; they were beautiful. I love all the colors and the background papers and especially the alpha letters and the background dies.

Unknown said...

Oh my, want a fantastic set of cards you've made... love them all!! I especially like the colorful beauties you made using the new layering dies; great job. And you really show case the new patterned paper nicely... who can resist?!

Teena said...

This is such a beautiful release! I want everything!

Unknown said...

Love your colors on the projects!! Fabulous release from Altenew once again!

Kjudy1 said...

Beautiful cards. Great designs.

Jeanne Beam said...

Loved all the cards. They are gorgeous. Thanks for sharing...

dligon said...

i love all of your cards. beautiful and great ideas

Karen R said...

Hi Virginia, beautiful cards, this new release is the bomb. Love all the layering dies and the kit is amazing! Thanks

Leslie said...

I love all the versatility with the new products. There is so much room for creativity. Thanks, Altenew!

Karen Dunbrook said...

They all look awesome mf...love the flower die cut especially.
My list for Altenew just keeps growing!!
xx Karen

Kathryn A said...

Beautiful cards! Great release ;)

Melissa L. said...

Gorgeous cards, Virgina! I love the layering dies and what you've done with them. Beautiful!

Linda Kunsman said...

brilliant cards each one wow!!

Michelle H said...

All your cards are amazing, but the floral layered on is my favorite. It's so beautiful

Maureen Reiss said...

Your cards are soooo Pretty!!!

Rachel Russell said...

Great idea to use different colors behind the building windows. Love that one! The floral is just gorgeous!

Jennifer said...

Love all your samples!!!!

Mrsfish02 said...

Beautifully done. Love this kit. Thanks for sharing and for a chance for a prize.

loceanjo said...

Beautiful cards!!

Stef Perry said...

Your card ideas are wonderful - very intrigued by the card kit. Thanks for all the inspiration!

Betty said...

love everything you've created Virginia - the florals are beautiful, cityscape wonderful and classy - all great!!

Unknown said...

Love how everyone's cards are so different x

Debbie said...

Hi Virginia... everything is so bright and cheerful. My absolute favorite though is your floral die cards. They are breathtaking. Thanks

Super Stick Chick said...

Amazing cards! Love how they are all so unique and beautiful.

Sharie said...

Wonderful release... love your creations

Candi said...

Love this release and your beautiful cards.

aasheeta said...

Great cards, thanks for sharing!

Celyscrap said...

You're cards are just amazing!!!

Daylene said...

Beautiful cards! These new dies have so many possibilities!!

Glennis F said...

Beautiful samples. I would like to do the blog hop, but there are just too many people to visit

Unknown said...

So much to show! This is so exciting. I think my favorite part is the background layer die cuts. They just looks so amazing.

LaurieJ said...

Wow, fabulous creations! I am in love with the new card kit - the patterned papers are lovely.

Unknown said...

I just love the new layering dies. Definitely in my shopping cart.

Smilegreetingcards said...

I'm am blown away by these layering dies! Between your ideas and Jennifer MacGuire's, it makes the purchase of these a no brainier! Your cards show such creativity! I'll definitely be following and subscribing! Your cards are fabulous! Thanks for sharing your creativity!

Elaine said...

Thank you for the amazing cards!

KayC said...

Great ideas, lovely cards.

Dee Earnshaw said...

All of your cards are gorgeous - you have really shown how wonderful this new release is. Love the layering dies!!!!

Daša said...

wow amazing cards Virginia! I ecpecially love the one with buildings...awesome!

Janet D. said...

WOW, your cards are amazing!

Cynthia Cole said...

Love your projects using the new release!

Jayell said...

Fantastic cards! Love how you've used these new products.

Debbie Scassera said...

Awesome cards. I love how colorful they are.

Lydia Lee said...

Simple and Elegant! Love! Thanks for the inspiration and giveaways!

Unknown said...

Lovely cards.

desperatehousewifecraft said...

You really showed off the new release well Virginia! That pattern paper is so amazing and I love how you coloured those die cuts. Thanks for the inspiration.

diana said...

Great cards! :)

Lynette @ My Craft Discovery said...

I love the cards with the map! How fun for a card.

Mawsi said...

You make make beautiful cards - Very inspiring

Julie from NZ said...

Beautiful!

nonnacindy said...

I love your style,

Mom and wife. said...

Oh Virginia you made lots of treasure cards,. Love them all

Carol Rossouw said...

This release is amazing! I especially love those layered dies. And your cards are beautiful xx

Rema DeLeeuw said...

Awesome projects and beautiful coloring! You make me want to buy it all...lol!

CrafteA said...

Lovely projects.

Unknown said...

You certainly have been busy creating some wonderful cards to inspire us. Thanks so much.

Barbara said...

Thanks for the wonderful overview of the release and kit.

Unknown said...

Love the bold backgrounds you used from the card kit and those background dies are so stunning!! Love every card you made with them - you used them so creatively! Both classy and vibrant. Thanks so much for sharing!

Diana said...

All beautiful, but I am really loving those floral cover plate dies!

Jo Herbert said...

My word, I love your array of cards and the versatility in using this release. the colours you chosse always compliment once another and you have made me very excited about this release! Thank you for such inspirational cards. Hugs Jo

Teresa Godines #6857 said...

I love how colorful your projects are. Thanks for the inspiration

Leanne in Cali said...

Wow! Fabulous!! Those new layering dies are amazing. I can't wait to try them. Thanks for sharing your wonderful creations on the fun blog hop.

joy said...

I love each card you made today, Virginia! This release is fabulous and I have already placed an order.

DGolly said...

What great cards and use of all the newly releasing products. Can't wait until release day.

michelle in mi said...

You have such a creative mind!

Lindarub said...

Love your cards.

Unknown said...

The cards are gorgeous! This is the first time I've seen layered dies. Wow!

Miriam Prantner said...

These are fantastic! I love that world paper, but my favorite is the floral layering dies with the woodgrain. SO gorgeous!!!

Barbara said...

These are beautiful and amazing......ALL OF THEM! :) Altenew always has great products! I do love seeing what everyone creates with them. Thanks for giving us such a treat!

Unknown said...

Love the cards you made. So beautiful. The map card is stunning.

Rose said...

So many gorgeous creations! You've done an amazing job with all your cards! Thank you for all the hard work! Love those layering dies!

donna mikasa said...

You've showcased the new products beautifully, Virginia! Love everything you do!

Anonymous said...

Cute!

Alma Dirpaul said...

Wow. I am in awe of your cards and this new release.

Lucille K said...

Just love the new April 2017 Altenew release and your cards are wonderful. Especially like the floral die card with the cherry wood background :)

Monika/Buzsy said...

Fantastic cards Virginia. Love the new cover dies... you showcased them fabulously! The card is so pretty! Such lovely colors.

Sandy said...

You made such beautiful cards. I especially love your colorful cityscape card. This is going to be a great release.

Mel said...

These are pretty. Love these layered dies.

Kailash said...

Such beautiful creativity, fabulous cards!!!

Brenda Fernandez said...

Beautiful cards, amazing release Altenew.

Marty said...

Such an eclectic collection of cards, and all are wonderful. I can tell you had fun with this release!

Abby said...

Fun cards!

Kristine said...

These cards are amazing! Thank you for your inspiration!

Sue D said...

Wow--you have been busy. Love the cherry wood floral card.

Astrid said...

The cards are gorgeous and now I have to save my pennies for those layering flower dies since they are amazing!

Becca-expressions said...

Literally gasped at the floral layered card. I love the idea of using a woodgrain background. Wonderful inspiration!

CathyL said...

Love your projects, Virginia!

Natalie said...

Awesome job on all your cards they are adorable!
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Barbara said...

Love your cards!

Jenniferk said...

Your cards are all amazing and gorgeous!!! The card using medallion A & B is stunning, I absolutely love the beautiful brights colours with the gold foil card stock, I think the bride and groom will adore it. Thank you for so much wonderful inspiration!

bluemoon said...

I loved all of your cards. So bright and well done!

3kidmama said...

I love the cards you made with the card kit - adding pattern paper to my cards is always such a challenge but you make it look so very easy. They are beautiful! I love how you've used the frame die to frame stamped elements - I would have been thinking primarily of putting sentiments in there, but wondering how to make them fit. Your idea is perfect! Love you use of those amazing Layering dies too! Gorgeous!

Arlene said...

Absolutely beautiful! The card kit...your color choice...but Iam head over heels with the double dies!

bdconklin said...

Beautiful cards. The layering dies are brilliant!

Ericka Strange said...

Gorgeous cards! Love all the beautiful colors you used. These dies are amazing and I love the looks you get with them. Beautiful job!

Sandy Small said...

Wow, your cards are great! I like how you showed the dies used with each card. The new Altenew background and alphabet dies are great! Altenew has such unique and clever designs!
Thanks for the chance to win!

Linda Anderson said...

Gorgeous cards! The layering dies are quickly becoming my favorites!

Linda G said...

I loved all your cards. I can't wait to order the layering dies. Thanks for sharing!

Kirsty Vittetoe said...

Oh wow, really beautiful!

McStamper said...

Love your beautiful ideas.

Brandi R said...

Beautiful cards! Love ALL the colors ♥

Suzan Dorchik said...

Fabulous release. I love the layering background dies. Your cards are stunning.

Chelle said...

You are an amazing creative and inspiring hop today..the cityscape blew me away Imam guessing you watercolored to make the unique Windows? Also the colors used in your layered cards are breathtaking the you just kept going with more. I am amazed.

dollydaydream said...

I just adore your makes, loving the world map images, they would be amazing as Stamps!

Donna said...

You have been very busy and what gorgeous creations! I am really loving these layering dies.

Lisa Lara said...

WOW.Truly amazing how you used all the new Altenew products Virginia. My favorite is the gorgeous watercolors!

Urban Mermaid said...

Fabulous new release and gorgeous interpretations! I love all your projects.x

loulou said...

Gorgeous cards. I especially like your layered floral card. The soft colouring against the cherrywood it just stunning. I love everything in this latest Altenew release.

Lisa Elton said...

Incredible cards Virginia!! I like the cityscape card and the lovely floral card following it!!

Sue McRae said...

Wow, what a gorgeous group of cards. You've really let the beautiful dies shine!

Betsy said...

So lovely! I love the new layering dies!!! Beautiful water coloring.

mandalj said...

Wow, so many beautiful cards! I really love your Cityscape one!

Jenny said...

Cityscape is my favorite of all.

Susi said...

What a wonderful post full of inspiration today, Virginia - lovely cards!

barbara macaskill said...

What a glorious assortment of cards! All are absolutely gorgeous and amazing! I love that Altenew now has layering dies! Can't wait till I can shop! TFS!

D.Phillips said...

Beautiful layered cards, thanks for sharing.

Sue Wareham said...

I don't know which project I like the best everything is just fabulous,

C said...

All I can say is Wow!

SD pooja said...

Awesome cards !

liz said...

LOve the colors in your cards!

Mary Holshouser said...

Layered stamps, layered dies -
making cards gets easier and
nicer all the time.
Fantastic cards. Love the
cityscape with the different
colors in the windows.
thanks for sharing.

D.Ann C said...

WoW! SO much loveliness!! Your coloring of the maps is fabulous and I am totally in love with the layered medallion!!

Anonymous said...

Stunning cards! Thanks for sharing. They are so bright and beautiful.

Daria Z. said...

Wow, Virginia! You've been busy! Wonderful inspiration from all of these fabulous cards.

Alyssa S said...

Such an amazing release!! These layering dies though! (swoon) All your projects are fantastic!!

brandco2450@gmail.com said...

WOW! Such creativity, I love everything you've made. This is an awesome release.

Isabel Z said...

I love blog hops because I get so inspired by all of you amazing artists.

Denise Bryant said...

Gorgeous cards! I love the rainbow colors with the flowers, and your cityscape scene you created! I can't wait to get some of the layering dies!

Mary-Anne V said...

Wow what an amazing variety! Loved it.

Merry Makewell said...

The patterned papers are fabulous! Love this new release.

Helen F. said...

Oh my goodness, each one of your cards is more beautiful than the last, Virginia! The new card kit and layering dies are calling my name!!

hilhashi said...

Ooooo! Loveliness abounds!

Unknown said...

these cards are stunning, thank you for sharing.

Heather said...

These are all so gorgeous!!! Those layering dies are fabulous!!

pcm said...

these are all so awesome! i love those colorful buildings.

Helen said...

This is a wonderful collection of cards that showcases the great possibilities of this new kit. Thanks so much for sharing them.

LibLady said...

Everything looks amazing!

Liz O. said...

Always a pleasure to stop by your blog as your designs are fabulous Virginia! 💕💕 every single one of them, thanks for all the inspiration!

Bek said...

I'm not normally a big fan of wood paper, but your floral card is absolute perfection!

Marcia said...

Beautiful cards! Love how b you used the layered diecuts!

Anonymous said...

Very pretty cards - love how you used everything in this new release!

donna mikasa said...

Stamped or not, all your projects are stunning! My fave is the last with the gorgeous medallion! So beautiful!

Laurie said...


Beautiful cards! I love the ones with the floral and city dies. Those are fast becoming my favorite!!

lostinpaper said...

You have totally rocked this release Virginia! Love how you have added the gold in both cheery layered medallions design and the background wood panel was seriously genius!

Hsin-Yi said...

The layered dies are so beautiful! The pattern papers in the card kit also provides unlimited opportunities for new inspirations! Love all your projects! Thank you for sharing!

Jane S. said...

Beautiful cards
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fyk said...

All your cards are fabulous! Love how you've used the kit!

Shona Chambers said...

Such incredible projects Virginia, especially love what you did with the layering dies. Would love to get my hands on those one day when I win the lottery!!

Tracy Hawkins said...

Your cards are beautiful! Love the floral layering dies x

Unknown said...

I really like your color choices on your card layouts! Thank you for sharing!

Cindy said...

Beautiful cards! Love the layered floral die card and the inking on the layered medallion card is bautiful!

Nox said...

Those are all incredible cards - I love all the layers, colours, and details. I especially love your world cards and how the colours softly blend.

Nancy Penir said...

Virginia, your watercolors steal the show! Love that little touch of gold on your first card. What an amazing release!

Jackie said...

Beautiful! Love what you did with the card kit and your examples of the layering dies are gorgeous. Your floral one is my favourite

Unknown said...

The wood with the die cut adds great texture and depth! You used the products so well and created such wonderful cards!

nannersmom said...

AMAZING! I thought the sklyine was creative, but those florals with the woodgrain peeking behind was my favorite! Beautiful cards and water coloring!

Debbie B said...

Awesome cards Virginia! Love the colors! That floral layering die is a must have! Great Altenew release! Loving all the talent and inspiration here. Thanks for sharing yours!

Deb Walker Deb Stamps Life, LLC said...

Love seeing how you put your own creative stamp on this fabulous new Altenew release!

Kathy Krug said...

Such gorgeous background and I love what you did with the two step dies.

Daria said...

I love those world map cards; I wish that was a stamp! Your cityscape cards are my favorites. TFS. Daria

Marianne said...

Fabulous cards! Such an amazing release!

Unknown said...

I love all of your cards.

halomom said...

These new layered dies are amazing! I think I like the floral dies vthe best!

{S} said...

your designs are so refreshing! I LOVE that map paper. Gah!

Vivian Foo said...

Lots lovely ideas for newbies like me, thank you!

Greta said...

Wow--you've been busy with all those wonderful new goodies! Love your cards, Virginia--especially the map cards!

Kari V. said...

Seriously beautiful layering dies! I love your cityscape card!

Kris in Alaska said...

The alpha dies are my favortie!

Unknown said...

Wow so many different ways to use these. Thank you for sharing they are all great.

craftymom205 said...

Love the cards.

Karen Gerek said...

What an incredible release this month! I especially enjoyed your creation on cherry wood paper with the floral dies. It's just so beautiful

Dana M said...

Wow, amazing cards! You have really shown the variety and possibilities with this release.

Lisa A creations said...

You did some awesome cards! I love the one with the world map. Looks very nice. Thanks for sharing!

Nandini said...

The new release is amazing. And I absolutely love your gorgeous inspiration cards.

Jean said...

Gorgeous cards and inspiration

Jackie said...

I can't get over how amazing the layered dies are. I love all your cards!

Glorie said...

Fabulous projects. Love the one with the cityscape dies.

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