You will need to get paper that will make a card for one of these sizes, but really, it can be any size you want.
Standard Card sizes are:
- 4.25″ x 5.5″
- 4.5″ x 6.25″
- 5″ x 7″
Remember, you are going to be folding the paper, so if you want a 5″x7″ card, you need a 10″ x 7″ paper.
Next is the tricky part – we need to fold the paper to make the card… I gest, it’s not hard. But it does require the most precision.
If you are using card stock, this requires some practice to get a nice straight edge on the corner. I typically score a line down the fold line to get a spot for my fold first.
Or if I’m using my Cricut, I get it to cut and score the card for me.
After you have completed the fold, it’s a good idea to run a smooth straight edge over the bend, just to make it shuts a bit better. But this is not required.
I love making cards . Ever since I got my Cricut Joy I have been looking for reasons to make cards. DO you really need a reason….NOPE! People just love to get cards that are made and sent from the heart. Thanks for all of these ideas.
I have moods where I’m in the mood to make cards or other crafty things, so I’ll do a whole bunch of cards at once and have them ready for when I need some. It’s so easy and handy and people love it!
It’s so much fun to make your own cards! I have been looking at a Cricut as of late (so many different things that you can do with it) and I know if I do, I’ll definitely be making those cut-out cards to go with all of my gifts moving forward. I love how simple they are and yet they just pop and catch the eye!
I love my cricut. I would use it all day if I could… but there are so many things to do, and the pre-designed cards are an added bonus! I have made more than I’m willing to admit!
What a fun and simple craft idea! It will mean more to the recipient knowing that so much effort went in to it. With 2 young children Ill definitely be using this one day!
My kids love making cards! And they are so used to it now, that they can whip up a card in 2 minutes flat as we’re getting ready to leave. 😉
I need to remember your suggestion to make a bunch of cards in advance, rather than rushing at the last minute to make one up. I like putting my Cricut to good use!
I always have a few lying around! Although I do need to restock after the holiday season!
I love this idea. I think it’s something my kids would really enjoy using. I want to try the stamping and cutting for sure!
Stamping is fun with kids… so long as they stay focused and stamp on the card and not the protective newspaper covering the table!
Informative article on how to design a card.
Thanks for reading !
This is a great idea!!! I am a big time card writer, and homemade cards are super fun to make. Making cards would be fun to do with my daughter, who is 6 and loves to write notes. 🙂
My girls are 6 and they are all over making cards! They love it! I’m sure your daughter will too!
I actually treasure homemade cards. I wish more people made their own cards.
I’m going to make more of an effort to make cards myself. It has to start somewhere and your tips are great!
There’s so many ways to make great homemade cards, and if you set time aside ahead to make some for later, you can really customize and make fantastic cards. I highly recommend it!