"The cards...go beyond simple greetings...and are small works of art. Twenty-two designers contributed projects to Gilchrist's book using collage, fabric, printing, and photocopies decorated and embellished to make one-of-a-kind creations...Recommended for public libraries."--"Library Journal."

Handmade cards are a delight both to give and to receive, and coordinating gift wrap adds an extra special touch. This book presents a range of beautiful and fun cards, boxes, bags, and gift wrap suitable for all occasions. Book jacket.

Publisher Description

Step by step instructions and photographs show how to create a selection of handmade cards. Suggested level: primary, intermediate.

Examines the history, various types of cards for different occasions, tools used to make cards, and ways to create your own greeting cards.

A guide to the tools, materials, and techniques for creating a variety of greeting cards.

Swivels, Pop-Ups, Spinners, Shakers, Sliders and More: Handmade Cards Have Never Been So Much Fun! Why settle for just any old greeting card when you can make your loved ones feel even more special with a handmade card? 100 Fresh and Fun Handmade Cards offers fabulous card inspiration and how-tos that are just right. Author Kimber McGray and select contributors share a huge variety of styles and designs with 100 cards: 50 quick and adorable cards for every occasion and 50 interactive or dimensional cards based on the quick card designs. Inside you'll find: • Essential techniques for cardmaking, including easy-to-follow directions for creating card bases, penny sliders and pop-ups. • Cards for every occasion, from birthdays and holidays to special occasions and general greetings. • Interactive or dimensional cards with parts that pop-up, shake and spin, and an awesome selection of gift card holders. Let 100 Fresh and Fun Handmade Cards lead the way to greetings that dazzle!