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Easy Fall Watercolor Cards

By On November 4, 2012 · Leave a Comment

I’m back with another easy greeting card idea.  I had some girlfriends over for Ladies Who Brunch and I used these cards as an invite for the fall-themed gathering.  I wanted to do something special and nothing makes someone feel special like a handmade card in the mail!

To make these fall leaf watercolor cards, I used a white crayon to outline a leaf shape.  For stencils, I used fallen leaves that I collected.  I then brushed watercolors over the front of the card.  That’s it!

I slipped a separate paper into the card with all the invite info on it and intentionally left the card blank.  I encouraged all of the girls to re-use the card and pass it on.  That way two people get the warm fuzzies of receiving real mail.

These watercolor cards can be adapted for any occasion with any shapes or messages.  I’m already planning to write “Thank You” and “Just a Note” in fancy handwriting – I just need to develop some fancy handwriting first, of course!  It would also be fun to a Christmas tree or a turkey.  This is also a great project to do with kids.

P.S.: Check out some more of my greeting card ideas here, here and here.

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Easy-Peasy Punch Dot DIY Card Idea {DIY}

By On October 29, 2012 · 2 Comments

Today I want to share with you a DIY card idea that you can do in minutes.  It’s almost ridiculous how quick and easy it is.  All you need for the project is a circle punch and some cardstock.

Punch out circles in various colors that complement your cardstock.  I used paint chips that I had swiped from our local hardware store.  I chose some fall-themed colors this time but I have made them in almost every color combination you can think of!  Glue them on your cardstock in any pattern you choose.

For a finishing touch, I embossed “Thank You” on the card.

These got sent off to the doctors who wrote me letters of recommendation for residency.  I also made each of them a bag of pumpkin pie granola, which I will share pictures and a recipe for soon!

It was so great to have a weekend off of studying.  I can’t believe it’s only 9 days until I take my licensing exam!  To procrastinate, I’ve been cooking and baking up a storm and I can’t wait to share what I’ve been up to!  Do you anything special planned for Halloween?

P.S.: Check out some more of my greeting card ideas here and here.

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