Do you like to make notecard sets? I love to mix and match, but did not realise how just one die could speed things up!
Would you like to see today’s notecard set?
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#NOTECARDSET
LOVE these Zero-Waste dies from Altenew, because, with just one crank of the die cutting machine I have a TON of leaves and berries… but, why stop there, I decided to crank it twice and create a notecard set using these glorious die cut elements.
I die cut them in white and then added some simple ink blending in some pretty orange, blue and green tones. This is a very fast way to add colour and create a stack of images ready to use real quick!
Idea #1 – Embossing Paste Stencil Background
If you saw my last release post (HERE), I promised myself I was going to use this beautiful embossing paste MORE, and here is the proof. I created a quick stencil background, and the added shimmer, texture and pattern, really helps elevate this simple design.
I used the berries and branches to make a focal point, and I sealed the deal with a wax seal!
When I make a notecard set, I like to keep elements and colours similar throughout. For example, all of the cards have the same colour scheme and I used sentiments from just one die set too.
Idea # 2 – Add some Flowers
I had a few ‘left-over’ leaves, so instead of adding them to my pile of UFO’s I thought it better to use them straight away.
There weren’t enough to make a focal point, but by adding a few simple blended flowers (using the same tones), it made for a card full of pretty!
BONUS TIP: Don’t have enough elements to make a full card design? Simply die cut the branches and berries one more time, but leave the elements as white cardstock. These can be easily added to any bouquet to bulk it out very quickly, and still have a fairly clean and simple look.
Idea #3 – Embossing Folder
This is the other focal point that I created, initially I was going to cover the whole centre of the card, but my cleaner and simpler brain won out again, and I kept the sentiment in the centre with the focal point to the left side.
This beautiful embossing folder got a quick swipe of Blueberry to add a little something extra, but it would have looked fabulous had it just been white instead.
These cards are all different but there is a definite theme tying them all together to make a quick and beautiful notecard set. Now, if you want to make 6 cards, why not repeat each of these designs a second time and change up the sentiments to make the set more versatile for the lucky person who receives it!
Giveaway Prizes
$300 in total prizes! To celebrate this release, Altenew is giving away a $100 gift certificate to 1 lucky winner and a $50 gift certificate to 4 winners! Please leave a comment on the Altenew Card Blog and/or each designer’s blog post on the blog hop list below by March 20th for a chance to win. Altenew will draw 5 random winners from the comments left on each stop of this blog hop and announce the winners on the Altenew Winners Page on March 22nd 2025.
*The winners of the $100 gift certificate will be chosen from comments left on the Altenew blog.
Let’s Hop
Are you ready to create a notecard set? I’d love to see what you are making and what inspires you! Let me know which card or technique is your favourite today in the comments below!
Crafty Hugs,
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I love the softness in the colours! Your cards are beautiful!
Thank you so very much!
Beautiful card set! Love the soft pastel colors used on all of them. The recipient will truly be thrilled to receive them!
Yay! So happy you liked them!
great explanation into your thought process
You are the sweetest!
WOW….what a great job! Each lovely card looks to be from a different die set. TFS!
Paper Hugs,
Jan
Thank you very much Jan!
So elegant!!
Thank you so very much Cynthia!
Gorgeous cards!
Thank you so very much Nandini!
Therese, your color palette is extra pretty today! Gorgeous cards, my friend!
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Yay! So happy you liked them!
Beautiful cards using such a lovely die set!
Thank you so very much!
These are amazing! I LOVE how you incorporated the wax seal! Stunning soft colors!
So glad you liked them Meghan!
Gorgeous cards!
Thank you so very much!
LOVE the soft colors on your cards – very inspiring especially using a wax seal!!
Thank you so very much Dee!
Beautiful cards, such lovely soft colors.
So glad you liked them!
Love your set of cards, Therese! Such soft, pretty colors and great textured backgrounds with the stencil and paste and embossing folders!
Thank you so much!
I absolutely love these colors, so gorgeous!
Thank you Kailash!
Dear Therese –
These are genius. The color combos are AMAZING. I love them!! I adore the shade of yellow for the wax seal on card #1. I love the swipe of blueberry ink on the embossing folder for card #3. The friend card is GORGEOUS. EXCELLENT WORK!
Lori S in PA
You are so sweet Lori, AND your comment has totally made my day, and it’s just begun!
Beautiful designs Therese! I love them all, however my favorite is the one with the magnolias. This color combination is one of my favorites. Thank you for the inspiration!
I love the colors you have used. Very pretty cards!
Thank you so very much!
These cards are stunning! I love the colors you used on the die cuts. Gorgeous!
Yay! So happy you liked them Carol!
Gorgeous cards! Love all of your designs!
You are so sweet Zlatka!
Gorgeous set of cards! Love the soft colours and how the cards have the same theme! Lovely!
So glad you liked them Lynn!
Beautiful colors and i love your take on the mix ups
Thank you so much Tina!
I love the colors you used on each of these beautiful cards, Therese!
Thank you so very much!
Hola, Therese! Your cards are always a delight for the eyes, my friend. ðŸ˜
Yippee! Glad you like them Mari!
I love your cards! So pretty and elegant.
Thank you so much Christine!
I love the colors you chose to use… so soft and beautiful!!!
Thank you so very much!
Your cards are beautifully done. I love the soft color choices you made. tyfs 🙂
So glad you liked them! Thank you Linda!
Absolutely stunning cards!
Thank you so very much Maria!
Absolutely gorgeous cards; really love the soft colors!
I love your fresh, Springy cards. Great color combo.
Thank you Cathy!
Oh my goodness these are so soft and beautiful!! Wonderful choice of colors!
Thanks Melissa!
I love these cards. You have chosen such beautiful colours that I would never have thought to use and the use of the colours has tied the cards together. Stunning.
Thank you so very much Angela!
These cards are simply gorgeous! I love your color palette, and your composition is superb! Thank you so much for sharing your talents with us.
You are the sweetest, thank you Susan!
GORGEOUS! Beautiful designs and I absolutely love your pretty soft colors! YOWZA!
Yippee! Glad you like them Donna!
Your cards are so soft and lovely! I just adore the way they coordinate!
So glad you liked them!
Your use of colour and techniques is inspiring.
Thank you so much Alma!
Beautiful cards.
Thank you so much!
Beautiful designs and lovely soft colors on your cards. I love the backgrounds you created for two of the cards as well… it adds so much!
Thank you so very much Sue!
Ah Therese
These are all amazing. Can’t wait for my shimmer paste to arrive. Love this new die, so many possibilities.
Cheers
Beautiful cards! I love the new Zero-Waste design and the lovely flowers!
LOVE the way the magnolias are colored- and the blue leaves are BRILLIANT!
I also love the blue inked embossed background- very classy 🙂
And your lovely color (or colour) scheme is beautiful. Great idea for card set gifts!
Looks like my Altenew wish list has grown again- I “have” to get that zero-waste die 🙂
Thank you for the inspiration!
ps- hope all is well post-cyclone Albert!
Slowly getting back on track post Alfred’s visit, we still need to fill the empty fridges and apparently the supermarkets are getting restocked now. But, we were much luckier than some. I have more ‘Zero Waste’ inspiration coming your way… watch this space June! Thank you x
Love the color combo on these, so gorgeous!
So happy you liked these Lisa x
Beautiful cards with such pretty colors. Love a notecard set idea!
Thanks Karen!
I can usually relate to the way you create and appreciate your tips like using the white die cuts to add dimension. These are outstanding!
You are the sweetest, thank you Laura!
Beautiful cards–love the paste backgrounds and embossed backgrounds! I’m a huge fan of the zero waste dies–I have several of the previous ones. Thanks for the inspiration!
They are very versatile and are great for a beautiful quick card design!
I’m inspired! Your cards are beautiful, and the soft colors are something I am intrigued by.
Thank you so very much!
Beautiful job! Love the light airy feeling of your pieces. Always love a good embossing folder. They add so much! Altenew has did a great job on their release once again!
I agree Shannon, there was TOO MANY wonderful options to choose from lol.
I love making card sets – thanks for the tips! And your cards are beautiful. I definitely plan to use your inspiration!!!
Thank you so very much!
I love note card sets and have been trying to create a few sets to give as gifts. All you cards are beautiful and have a lovely softness with the color choice. Would love to see a video tutorial for these.
Yay! So happy you liked them, thanks for the great suggestion!
So soft and elegant I love these samples!
Thank you so very much!
Beautiful cards! I love all the dimension you created. Your friend card is my favourite!
I had such a lovely time making these, thank you Stacey!
I love making card sets to give as gifts and this little set you have created is absolutely beautiful. I love the soft colors.
Thank you so much Darshna!
I love your cards! The color combination takes my breath away. Beautiful in every way. Thank you.
You are the sweetest, thank you Jade!
Love all three cards! It’s great to see how the same basic focals look on 3 different backgrounds.
Thank you so very much Brenda!
Absolutely love your cards and the way they all coordinate.
Thank you so very much Sandra!