Altenew Academy · Online Class
Crafting 101 - Inks Online Cardmaking Class
- Level
- Beginner
- Format
- Self-paced · Lifetime virtual access
Lifetime access
Revisit every lesson, forever.
Downloadable resources
Printable instructions
Community
Share work in the student gallery.
About this class
Welcome to the 3rd segment of our Crafting 101 class series! Curated specifically for those who are starting brand-new with inks and paper crafting, this class series will provide all the basics any newbies should know when getting started.
In this particular class, we will explore inks - from different types of inks to how to use them per different techniques! We will also make a fun project using products featured in the class. Come join us in this fun craft beginner class!
Instructors: Erin Thompson (Altenew Educator)
Class Level: Beginner
Related Class: Irresistible Inking Techniques Online Cardmaking Class | Rethink Re-inkers Online Cardmaking Class
This is an independent class: sign up for the class and enjoy the lesson at your convenience!
- Students will enjoy lifetime access to all the class materials after signing up for the class.
- Enjoy exclusive class contents whenever, wherever, and how many times you'd like!
Class Features:
- One in-depth, step by step video tutorial with an exclusive project
- Take the class at your convenience, anytime, anywhere!
- Inspiration filled high-quality project photos
- Layered Lily Stamp Set
- Spring Bouquet Oval Set
- Green Valley Oval Set
- Permanent Black Crisp Ink
- Obsidian Pigment Ink
- Peony Bouquet Stamp & Die Bundle
- Lapis Lazuli Oval Set
- MISTI
- Acrylic Stamping Blocks
- White cardstock (4” x 5.25”)
- Black layering cardstock (4 1/8” x 5 3/8”)
- White card base (4.25” x 11”, scored at 5.5”)
- Bristol Strathmore Smooth Cardstock (4” x 5.25”)
- Jewels or embellishments
- Die Machine
- Paintbrush
- Blending Brushes
- Adhesive
- Water Spritzer
- Paper Towels
- Lint-free Rag
- Foam Tape

How it works
Your creative journey at Altenew Academy
A simple, supportive path from first lesson to finished masterpiece.
Enroll instantly
Pick your class, check out in seconds, and get lifetime virtual access.
Watch & learn
Stream crisp HD video lessons taught by top papercraft artists. Pause, rewind, go at your pace.
Create with confidence
Follow printable guides, color maps, and cut files as you craft alongside each lesson.
Share your work
Post your finished projects in the student gallery and celebrate with fellow makers.
Frequently Asked Questions
No — every class starts from the basics and builds up, so beginners are welcome.
Each lesson lists its supplies. Choose a kit at checkout and everything arrives ready to craft.
Lifetime virtual access — revisit every lesson whenever you like.
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Crafting 101 - Inks Online Cardmaking Class



