With Easter right around the corner and the fact that we are now well into 2014, there are many occasions that we are hunting for those unique gifts for. Over the years our tastes have changed, we are staying away from the obvious and heading for the more unique choices the world has to offer; from handmade items through to one off pieces. However, there is one gift that is often over looked and this is the humble card. "A card is not a gift" I hear you say...well actually a card can be one of the most personal gifts you can give to someone. Not only are they perfect for customising towards the individual, you get a chance to give them a message that they will want to keep for a lifetime. This is not a bog standard birthday car, this is where they become an item in their own right. So to help you, here are some perfectly unique luxury greeting cards for this year.
Cards that can be turned into artwork - Glasgow City Scapes from Folksy
One thing I love about cards as gifts is that they can be so versatile. I have been given many handmade cards over the years, that are so beautiful I have turned them into their own pieces of artwork too be hung on my walls. These cityscape cards are a prime example. they are stylish enough to be placed into frames so that they can be displayed forever, they have a very modern feel blending nicely with modern art prints and they have been hand created to show a wide variety of city scapes. On top of being perfect for framing, they are blank so that you can leave you own personal message...something that is a must for me when I am looking for a birthday card or anniversary card.
Why not try knitting your own card? - Owl Knitted Card Kit from Knitola
Sometimes I find the act of making a card, the thought of doing it and the process, turns the normal into a great unique gift. This year I am going to be trying my hand at knitting my own cards. As Easter is all about new arrivals, why not knit a card fir a new bundle of joy and this knitted owl kit has everything you need. Now, I know that knitting a card seems like an odd way to create one, but I am going to have a go at embroidering a message inside, or you could sew hand made paper into the middle for your message. Most of all, imagine the person who is receiving this and how much joy they will feel that you have gone to so much effort.
Head to the past for inspiration...Art Deco Bird Card from Etsy
Vintage is all the rage at the moment and it is easy to see why. As the designs have already stood the test of time, what could be better than bringing them into the modern day? I prefer to find vintage post cards and re use them to create a card similar to this one, however if you don't have the time, then this card is perfect for a birthday, get well, leaving, new home card or any occasion really. It has a lovel vintage feel to it and would look great within a scrap book or a picture frame so that the receiver can enjoy it for years to come. Again, this is blank so that you can add your own personal message.
Since I'm away (camping with the fambam and Church), I've got a Guest Poster!
Cass is a writer and craft blogger who loves nothing more than spending her ddays covered in paint.
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