Winter Holidays Crafts: 3 Easy Ideas For Handmade Christmas Greeting Cards

November 24, 2017 13:44

There is something special about crafted greeting cards: they beam with warmth and love. And every time you choose a handmade card over a regular one, you show how much you care for a person who'll get it. Thankfully, there are many ways to make an original greeting card without spending too much time or money. So today, we are going to show you three easy-to-make ideas for a handmade Christmas card.

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1. Cards with applications

One of the easiest ways to turn a regular piece of paper into a beautiful greeting card is by adding a cute application on top of it. The best thing is that you can use virtually any material, starting from craft paper to ribbons. Your imagination is the only limit.

For instance, in the video below, you can see how easy it is to make a paper Christmas tree and use it for decorating a greeting card.

2. Origami Christmas card

If you prefer to fold paper instead of cutting it, you can try to craft a greeting card with origami ornaments. For instance, you can craft a small Christmas tree like in the video below. It is so easy that even little kids can do that!

3. Pop-up Christmas cards

If you want to make a very beautiful and creative present, making a pop-up greeting card may be an option. They look great yet are easy to make. Basically, they are the same applications, but the technique is a bit different. Watch the video below to get a better understanding of how to craft a pop-up greeting card.

And don't forget to stay creative! Try using other materials and decorations to make your handmade Christmas card even more unique and beautiful.