How to make quick and easy cards with just a few supplies!
Hi Hollowers! I know its been a while since I stopped by with a blog post, but have you been watching over on YouTube? We have alot of changes coming to The Hollow (all good), I can’t tell you them all yet but I I’m telling you as much as I can so be sure that you are subscribed to the YouTube channel to learn about our new adventure! Today I am excited to show you some easy cardmaking with only a few supplies.
Today we are excited to be joining Altenew for their Serenity Blog Hop, they are releasing some beautiful new decals, stencils and all new laser cut shapes for you to alter however the. creative mood takes you! The next hop participant is near the end of the post; if you get lost along the way, hop to the Altenew Blog to get your bearings. You can also shop the new collection by clicking here.
Giveaway
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 or/and Altenew Mixed Media Blog by 7/23/2020 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 07/26/2020.
Tutorial
Today I want to share my FIRST ever slim-line card, also some tips and tricks for easy mixed media ideas in your card making and finally how to use stencils for some unique effects without needing lots of supplies! I love easy cardmaking with only a few supplies…
Here is a video tutorial on how I created these cards:
Did you see my video last week on how to create these effects with the Altenew Release? If not click here to check out my top tips! You might to check out tips from previous Altenew blog hops but clicking here too.
Where next?
Next up is the Altenew Mixed Media Blog; I hope you enjoyed these tips and tricks, don’t forget to sign up for our newsletter at the top while you’re here and I’ll see you again soon!
Happy Crafting
Alexandra & The Prickle
Very easy technique. Thanks for sharing your talents.
I like the pre-cut wreath. Has lots of possibilites.
Isnt this a super release? Awesome cards.
Love your cards! Loved the video too! This was my first time on your blog. I’ll be subscribing!
I’m loving the Feathering stencil so much. It could be used for so many occasions. I tried to go to the next place on the blog hop (Altenew Mixed Media Blog) but is says Error 404.
Wonderful cards that aren’t too time consuming.
Thanks for the tutorial.
Beautiful cards. I love the blending brushes with the stencils.
You made some really pretty cards with these beautiful products! I love the wreath!
Simple but beautiful projects. Love all the new stencils. Thanks for sharing your techniques.
How cute the balloons look. I also love the green leaves card. So pretty
Love those quick and easy cards. Those slimline cards with the Creative Cutouts are beautiful.
Thanks for all the great advice! I love the new stencils & the lovely cards you made. Can’t wait to try those stencils!
Beautiful cards and stenciling!
This really is a great stencil release so very many options!
I love your unusually shaped cards. So unique.
Thank you for thinking of us folks who sometimes get overwhelmed with TOO MUCH STUFF
Simple and beautiful!
I learned so much from you. Thanks for giveaway.
Fun video. Thanks for the tips about using Altenew’s sprays and how to store them. I think the alphabet stencil card is SO clever, high lighting the HI. I never ever thought of that, and am so glad you did! I love the stencils from this release!!!!
I am liking this release more and more. The stencils and the balloon stamps are my favourite!
I love the die cuts. Thanks for sharing your techniques.
Love the black borders on the cards.
Great cards. So pretty!
Love the cards… just simple stencilling yet so stunning.
Love your cards & the colours & ink blending with these fabulous stencils!
Great tips here. I would like to try the spray inks. Seems easy and creative uses. Your help always appreciated and tucked away for future use. Stencil use very pretty.
Thank you for the wonderful ideas.
I love the balloons cards!
Beautiful cards! I especially love the two slimline cards you made!
Sweet cards! I love the balloons and have to get them. It is my birthday at the end of this month. I love the slim line card you made with the cute wreath. I have just started making slim line cards too. I have made two so far and thought they turned out nice. Thanks for sharing.
you are always a pleasure to learn from
Love these products, thanks for sharing your techniques with us.
the purple wall stencil card looks like the disney purple wall. awesome
These cards are beautiful! I love the feathery stencil.
These new stencils are great.
Super cute cards! You were sure busy! Love all of the different styles too!
Thanks for including the great tutorial with all your helpful hints on how you created your beautiful cards. I can’t wait to try out the creative cut wreaths… they look awesome and I love how you colorized them.
Amazing cards! I love watching you on YouTube!
Your slimline cards treatment was an interesting use of the die cuts. Just a little out of the box.
So many wonderful new products in this release.
Lovely cards! I like that you chose to showcase beautiful creations using only a few products. Thanks for sharing.
Nice cards
Unique creations. Thanks for sharing.
Super cute cards!
Oh my goodness…the balloon stamps are so cute! Such a great option for adding a variety of color in a simple, elegant way 🙂
Fabulous designs Alexandra, love them all, especially the ones with the stenciled backgrounds, thanks for sharing!
I love your cards. Those new stencils look like a lot of fun to play with.
Lots to do with this release…thanks for your ideas.
Fabulous cards! The wreath cut outs are really versatile and I love the ink sprays on them.
I don’t use my stencils enough, but this hop is showing me so many ways to use them, and they are EASY! Love the variegated look they give using the inks. And can’t wait to get my die cut leaves in the mail! Thanks for the inspiration. Love those slimline cards!
Love all your work and these cards are lovely.
Great release. TFS
Quick and easy is my style so I really love the cards you made.
Thanks for the tutorial!
Wonderful variety of cards.
Beautiful porjects, I love how you coloured the wreaths and you’ve inspired me to get my sprays and stencils out right now!
The cards are so pretty yet SO quick! I like what you did with the cutouts for the slimline cards – two at once! Very pretty! Thank you for sharing!
Good ideas for use. Nice stencil use examples.
Hi Alexandra 🙂 Lovely showcasing of this new release!!! Great cards! Love those slimline! Thanks for inspiring me 🙂
Very nice cards. THank you for the tips!
so creative and beautiful!