I've been making handmade cards since 2013 — starting with basic stamped designs and gradually working up to layered die-cut creations that take an entire afternoon. This is where I share everything I've learned about card making: which sizes work best, how to get clean folds, paper flower techniques, and seasonal card ideas you can actually finish in one sitting.
If you're just getting started, begin with my card size guide — it covers the four sizes that matter and saves you from the envelope-mismatch mistake I made way too many times. For seasonal inspiration, my Christmas card posts include free designs and step-by-step walkthroughs.
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Choosing Your Card Size: The Complete Guide
Standard sizes, envelope pairings, Cricut card mat dimensions, and which size to use for every occasion.
Paper Wedding Roses
How to make realistic paper roses from cardstock using a spiral cut method. Perfect for wedding bouquets and centerpieces.
2013 Snowman Christmas Card
Step-by-step snowman card tutorial with free Silhouette cut file and a holiday giveaway.
2014 Christmas Card Giveaway
Holiday card design with layered die-cuts and a reader giveaway.
April Showers: Sketch Pen Printable
Free Silhouette sketch pen design featuring a raindrop pattern your machine draws for you.
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