This weekend I missed a birthday party and wanted to do something special for the birthday boy. So I decided to make a card. It was a simple exercise, something that took no time at all, but receiving anything that is handmade gives the recipient an instant surge of love. They know that someone cared enough about them to take the extra time and attention to do something thoughtful, something that requires more effort than looking at a rack of mass produced cards and selecting one. Give it a try! At the next holiday, grab some glue, a photograph, maybe a ribbon and some stickers and go to town! I guarantee that the recipient will reserve a special place in their heart for you and your efforts!

This card was designed by a brilliantly crafty girl!