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Basic design
Blogs
Books (blank)
Books (printed)
Brands
Business cards
CD and DVD packaging
Embroidery
Envelopes
Flyers
Gifts
Housewares
Invitations
Kids
Logos
Newsletters
Note cards
Photo albums
Postcards
Presentations
Press kits
Stationery
Stickers
T-shirts
Tote bags
Web sites
Wall Graphics
Zines
Interviews

 

A note card is a flat or folded card with no pre-printed greeting. You can make your own note cards with simple materials and techniques. Use personal imagery such as digital photographs, or invent your own decorative patterns. After all, you know your subject better than Hallmark. Note cards are worth keeping, they never get dated, and they can fit almost any occasion.

A set of note cards makes a great gift. The cards in a set can have the same design and colors, or they can include a variety of designs in coordinating or contrasting colors. Individual cards can be cut out of a larger pattern. Design your own pattern or use vintage wallpaper, wrapping paper, or fabric. To package a set of note cards, make a belly band from paper to hold the set together, or put them in a box or clear cellophane envelope.

These cards use interesting combinations of colored and decorative paper. You can purchase paper at a craft store, find materials around your house or office, or paint or print your own patterns.

 

 
 
 
 
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