"A life is like a garden. Perfect moments can be had, but not preserved, except in memory." - Leonard Nemoy. We enjoy gardening. And we enjoy making cards. Summer may winding down, but the love of both these hobbies continue through the seasons. It may be the beauty of a new flower, the excitement of emerging… Continue reading Preserving a Garden on a Card: Green Leaves and Heart Petals
Category: Card Making
How to Make a Gratitude Owl Card
This 10-step tutorial will show you how to make a homemade owl card from start to finish. This greeting card is for all the teachers, mentors, and loved ones who have made a difference. If you are heading back to school or want to thank someone for their influence in your life, this is the… Continue reading How to Make a Gratitude Owl Card
Make A Homemade Bear Card For Your Loved Ones
"How far is near, and how near is far? If you're looking up now, we see the same star." - Jack Piatt This was a poem (or quote) that was listed on the back of one of our key chains from many many years ago. And for some reason, it still sticks. Could it be… Continue reading Make A Homemade Bear Card For Your Loved Ones
A Card Dedicated to a Dog Named Bruno
To a gentle, loving and loyal dog named Bruno. Bruno is a peaceful and loving dog owned by two of our friends from church. Every time we saw Bruno, he displayed such calm and gentle behavior. Whether he was at the beach or lounging at a picnic. He was really special. Just a great companion… Continue reading A Card Dedicated to a Dog Named Bruno
Crafting in August: Write and Send a Poem
Yes, yes, we know. Fall is a few weeks away (at the time of this writing). But we think writing a poem on a homemade card is a beautiful way to honor the changing of seasons. Are we the only eager crafters out there that want to jump-start the season? By the way, we haven't… Continue reading Crafting in August: Write and Send a Poem
Homemade Cards Fit for a Queen
"You can't wear a crown with your head down" - Beyoncé, from the trailer to her visual album Black is King. Sometimes, it's the spoken and written words that inspire our card designs. For one, Angie mentioned this quote that week. Liz received an email that wives are to be "cherished and treated like a… Continue reading Homemade Cards Fit for a Queen
Neon Legos Bricks: A Birthday Card For Kids
Stepping on legos is the worst. Making neon paper legos, however, is the best! If you have time to try something new (while watching Netflix, etc.), this is the card for you. When Liz's son asked her to make a card for one of his friends' birthday, this idea popped up. Kids love legos. Why… Continue reading Neon Legos Bricks: A Birthday Card For Kids
How to Make Paper Roses For a Homemade Card
This rose card can be sent to your mom, a loved one, or anyone who enjoys flowers. Once you know how to make roses, you can go forth and design roses to place on top of any blank or upcycled card. Embellish with any pearl or gem stickers. The muse for behind this card was… Continue reading How to Make Paper Roses For a Homemade Card
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