Card with torn paper
Creating a pop-up card with a heart
Card with hexagon art made from linen cardstock
Make your own card with cute zebra’s
Summer card with Marianne Design
Watercolour technique cupcake card
Making an origami card with Nellie’s Choice
Making a card with layered stencils
Whether you're a seasoned crafter or just beginning to explore the world of handmade crafts, making cards offers an endless source of inspiration and satisfaction. On this inspiration page, we dive deeper into the art of card making and provide you with plenty of ideas and tips to get started.
The beauty of card making is that the possibilities are endless. Whether you're crafting a birthday card, wedding card, thank you card, or Christmas card, you can let your creativity flow. Here are a few ideas to get you started:
Making watercolor cards is a creative way to craft unique and personalized greeting cards. Use watercolor paint to create soft, flowing backgrounds or detailed illustrations. The play of water and pigment results in beautiful color transitions. Once the paint has dried, you can further embellish the card with handwritten texts or stamps.
Shaker cards are playful and interactive cards with a transparent window filled with shakeable elements like glitter, sequins, or tiny beads. To make a shaker card, cut a shape from the front of the card and attach a transparent sheet (like mica or plastic) to the inside. Create a border around the cut-out with foam tape, fill it with your shaking material, and seal it. This results in a card that is not only beautiful but also fun to play with.
Pop-up cards are surprising and three-dimensional cards that add an extra dimension when opened. To make a pop-up card, cut out shapes or figures that, when folded, pop up from the inside of the card. This effect can be simple or complex, depending on the design. Add a personal message to complete the surprise.
An origami card combines the art of paper folding with card design. Start by folding a simple or complex origami design, such as a flower, butterfly, or heart. Attach this to the front or inside of a blank card. The folding techniques add an extra artistic and handmade touch to your card, making it a special creation.