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Designs, Designing Your Own Greeting Cards
by Robert Michael
Designing your own greeting cards is a lot of fun. Here are some tips for making your own greeting cards.
1. There are many different types of greeting cards you can design including: wedding, anniversary, cards for kids, sympathy, holiday and get well cards. Choose one you need and get started.
2. The first thing you will need is good paper. You can purchase pre-folded paper or simply buy some card stock and fold it yourself. Using a bone folder will ensure a nice clean fold. Make sure you have envelopes to fit your choice of card.
3. You will need an image on the front of your card design. Choose a sticker or a rubber stamp. Experiment with different colors and designs until you have the image you are looking for. You can layer the image on other paper, or even a combination of paper such as plain and matching patterned paper, to create an interesting design.
4. Also try using an embellishment for an extra touch and for a unique design instead of a sticker or stamp. These often add a three dimensional effect.
5. Choosing the proper glue is important in making your own cards. You can use a glue gun which works well but can wrinkle many lighter papers. A standard glue stick is probably the best all around option. It dries smooth and clear and can be used with nearly any paper weight.
6. The next step is to design the text. What will your card say? A decision also needs to be made about whether to put the text on the inside or on the cover or both. The text can be applied using rubber stamps, stickers or computer printed letters.
7. Once you have your overall design it is best to lay everything out on the card before you glue it all together.
8. Now that the front is finished it is time to begin on the inside of the card. Try using layering techniques with paper that matches the front of the card.
9. Your card is almost finished. Are you pleased with your design? Are any finishing touches needed such as: colored brads or buttons? If you used a stamp would the design look good colored in? 10. No card is complete without fiber. Take several strands of coordinating ribbon, yarn, or thread and tie into a knot. Then attach the fiber with your glue gun. You can trim the ends so your needs.
11. The Envelope. Now that you have designed this beautiful card there it is not acceptable to put it in a plain or ordinary envelope. Using the same materials you used to design your card, decorate the envelope.
It does not take very much time to design a personalized greeting card that your friends and family will love.
About The Author: Robert Michael is a writer for Fhg Designs
which is an excellent place to find designs links,
resources and articles. For more information go to:
http://www.fhgdesigns.com
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The information provided in this article is the express opinion of the author. Exchangenet is not responsible for the content!
Designing your own greeting cards is a lot of fun. Here are some tips for making your own greeting cards.
1. There are many different types of greeting cards you can design including: wedding, anniversary, cards for kids, sympathy, holiday and get well cards. Choose one you need and get started.
2. The first thing you will need is good paper. You can purchase pre-folded paper or simply buy some card stock and fold it yourself. Using a bone folder will ensure a nice clean fold. Make sure you have envelopes to fit your choice of card.
3. You will need an image on the front of your card design. Choose a sticker or a rubber stamp. Experiment with different colors and designs until you have the image you are looking for. You can layer the image on other paper, or even a combination of paper such as plain and matching patterned paper, to create an interesting design.
4. Also try using an embellishment for an extra touch and for a unique design instead of a sticker or stamp. These often add a three dimensional effect.
5. Choosing the proper glue is important in making your own cards. You can use a glue gun which works well but can wrinkle many lighter papers. A standard glue stick is probably the best all around option. It dries smooth and clear and can be used with nearly any paper weight.
6. The next step is to design the text. What will your card say? A decision also needs to be made about whether to put the text on the inside or on the cover or both. The text can be applied using rubber stamps, stickers or computer printed letters.
7. Once you have your overall design it is best to lay everything out on the card before you glue it all together.
8. Now that the front is finished it is time to begin on the inside of the card. Try using layering techniques with paper that matches the front of the card.
9. Your card is almost finished. Are you pleased with your design? Are any finishing touches needed such as: colored brads or buttons? If you used a stamp would the design look good colored in? 10. No card is complete without fiber. Take several strands of coordinating ribbon, yarn, or thread and tie into a knot. Then attach the fiber with your glue gun. You can trim the ends so your needs.
11. The Envelope. Now that you have designed this beautiful card there it is not acceptable to put it in a plain or ordinary envelope. Using the same materials you used to design your card, decorate the envelope.
It does not take very much time to design a personalized greeting card that your friends and family will love.
About The Author: Robert Michael is a writer for Fhg Designs
which is an excellent place to find designs links,
resources and articles. For more information go to:
http://www.fhgdesigns.com
These articles on lifestyle and more
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Return to the selection of designs
You may want to try these articles on designs
Designs, 7 Simple Steps To Creating Your Own Greeting Cards by Robert Michael Approximately 663 Words
Designs, Match Your Cabinets With Other Kitchen Furniture by Jerry K. Blackburn Approximately 467 Words
Designs, Kitchen As Part Of House Design Considerations by Clinton Maxwell Approximately 605 Words
Designs, 10 Great Tips On How To Design A Card by Robert Michael Approximately 578 Words
You may want to try these websites for additional information
http://www.cwd.dk/
http://raibledesigns.com/
http://www.morrissociety.org/designs.htm
The information provided in this article is the express opinion of the author. Exchangenet is not responsible for the content!
