Why Start Making Christmas Cards Now?
With Christmas just 21 days away, it's the perfect time to start crafting your holiday cards. Although it might seem early to some, several compelling reasons exist to begin the process now.
1. Personal Touch
Handmade cards add a unique and personal touch to your holiday greetings. They show recipients that you took the time to create something special just for them. Starting early ensures you have enough time to design and personalize each card to match the recipient's tastes and interests.
2. Creativity Takes Time
Creating beautiful and creative cards requires time and attention to detail. Starting now allows you to experiment with different designs, materials, and techniques without feeling rushed. This will result in more polished and thoughtful cards.
3. Reduce Holiday Stress
The holiday season can be hectic with shopping, decorating, cooking, and attending events. By getting a head start on your cards, you can check one important task off your list early, reducing stress as Christmas approaches.
4. Ensure Timely Delivery
If you plan to send cards to friends and family living far away, starting now helps ensure that your cards arrive on time. Postal services often experience delays during the holiday season, so sending cards early can help avoid disappointments.
5. Opportunity for Reflection
Making cards provides a wonderful opportunity to reflect on the past year and think about your friends and family. It allows you to express gratitude and share heartfelt messages with those you care about.
6. Cost-Effective
Starting early allows you to gather materials over time, potentially taking advantage of sales and discounts. Additionally, making your own cards can be more cost-effective than purchasing store-bought ones, especially if you plan to send a large number.
By starting your Christmas cards now, you ensure they're as meaningful and beautiful as possible while embracing the holiday spirit with a calm and joyful approach.
I LOVE receiving cards after the Holidays, mail them when you are done!!
Happy crafting!
The sketch we are using this week...
Little Red Truck
- STAMPS – One of A Kind, Trucking Along
- PAPER – Basic White, Iconic Celebration DSP, Cherry Cobbler
- INK – Cherry Cobbler, Memento
- ACCESSORIES – Take Your Pick, Paper Trimmer, Bone Folder, Stampin’ Seal, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Silicone Pad, Foam Adhesive Sheets, Mono Liquid Glue, Paper Snips, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Stylish Shapes, Real Red and White Adhesive-Backed Peppermints, Mini Dimensionals, Mossy Meadow Stampin Blends Combo Pack, Cherry Cobbler Stampin Blends Combo Pack, Gray Granite Stampin Blends Combo Pack, Old Olive Stampin Blends Combo Pack, Wink of Stella
- Basic White - 5-1/2" x 8-1/2" score at 4-1/4", 2-3/4" x 2-3/4", Scraps for Circle die
- Iconic Celebration DSP - 4" x 5-1/4", 1/2" x 5-1/4"
- Cherry Cobbler - 3" x 3"
- STAMPS –
- PAPER – Basic White, Season of Green and Gold Specialty DSP, Graceful Greener Vellum, Gold Foil Sheets, Pecan Pie
- INK – Mossy Meadow, Garden Green
- ACCESSORIES – Take Your Pick, Paper Trimmer, Bone Folder, Stampin’ Seal, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Silicone Pad, Foam Adhesive Sheets, Mono Liquid Glue, Paper Snips, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine, Frosted Forest Decorative Masks, Shimmery White Embossing Paste, Stamparats, Adhesive Sheets, Cherry Cobbler & Pearl Adhesive Berries, Adhesive Backed Dragonflies & BirdsWanted to Say Dies, Small Blending Brushes, Palette Knives
- Garden Green - 5-1/2" x 8-1/2" score at 4-1/4"
- Graceful Greener Vellum - 4" x 5-1/4", 1/2" x 5-1/4"
- Pecan Pie - 3-1/8" x 3-1/2"
- Basic White - 4" x 5-1/4", 3" x 3-3/8"
- Season of Green and Gold Specialty DSP - Die-cuts
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