Inside: Make this easy DIY Paper Straw Flag celebrating Memorial Day, 4th of July or any patriotic event. Her birthday is July 3rd, almost an Independence Day baby. She loves red. And blue and white. Her home is decorated with American flags: one drapes from the carved wooden folk art eagle, a few weathered flags…
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The Best Graduation Card That Will Make You Top In Class
Graduation season seems to have become another holiday juggernaut. You can go to most stores and find pre-packaged balloons, pre-baked sheet cakes, and pre-printed cards. But none of that ready-made stuff will make the experience special for the graduate in your life. To celebrate this milestone with them, give them a graduation card made with…
31 Days of Handmade Cards – Day 11
Welcome to Day 11 of 31 Days of Handmade Cards! Flowers, abstract or not, are a very common theme with greeting cards. This floral card can be given for a birthday, Mother’s Day or anniversary. Or, mail it to a friend or loved one as a thinking of you card.
Folk Art Rabbit Card
The Folk Art Rabbit Card was originally made to celebrate a work anniversary. We split up the tasks amongst the team and we always include flowers, a card and treats for the recipient. Guess who made the card? Gather the following tools and supplies to create the Folk Art Rabbit Card: (These next 6 links…
Patterned Paper Flower Card
Mother’s Day is fast approaching, but you still have time to create a heartfelt, handmade card. The Patterned Paper Flower Card is quick and easy to make. Gather the following tools and supplies to create the Patterned Paper Flower Card: (These next 2 links are affiliate links which means I get a commission if you…
31 Days of Handmade Cards – Day 17
Welcome to Day 17 of 31 Days of Handmade Cards! Paper flowers on a birthday card last longer than a floral arrangement. It is the thought that counts so why not create this beautiful birthday card for the flower lover in your life.
31 Days of Handmade Cards – Day 31
Welcome to Day 31 of 31 Days of Handmade Cards! It is the last card in this series and I wanted to end with a love you card. My husband and I recently celebrated our 24th wedding anniversary and he is my biggest supporter of my creative endeavors.
31 Days of Handmade Cards – Day 20
Welcome to Day 20 of 31 Days of Handmade Cards! If I neglected to mention it before, I love hearts. Anytime I can use them when I create, I am a happy camper. Originally created as an anniversary card for my husband, this card would also be appropriate for Valentine’s Day or any celebration of…
31 Days of Handmade Cards – Day 15
Welcome to Day 15 of 31 Days of Handmade Cards! Love makes the world go round. I enjoy creating cards to celebrate love and I never tire of the classic color combination of red, black and white.
31 Days of Handmade Cards – Day 14
Welcome to Day 14 of 31 Days of Handmade Cards! I love hearts and I am always looking for reasons to use them when creating cards. This heart die cut is my absolute favorite and it brings a smile to my face every time I use it.