Quick and Clever Handmade Cards: Over 80 Projects and Ideas for all Occasions - Hardcover

Hickey, Julie

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0715316583 ISBN 13: 9780715316580

Publisher: David & Charles, 2004

Synopsis

A gorgeous array of handmade cards to suit all ages and occasions. Create a variety of eye-catching cards for every celebration with a range of clever papercraft techniques.

Cardmaking techniques – Clear illustrated instructions guide you through each technique, from decoupage and paper weaving to working with shrink plastic, vellum and acetate. Use peel-off stickers, rubber stamps, punches and embellishments to make professional-looking cards for birthdays, anniversaries, weddings, Christmas and more!

Design inspiration – Learn how to create 16 unique cards with two variation ideas for every design. There’s also an 8-page gallery with even more inspiration and a handy list of sentiments to suit every occasion. Plus there are handy tips for positioning elements to create the best layout and choosing suitable colour schemes for your occasion.

Selling handmade cards – Includes useful information on how to sell handmade cards and shows you how to make envelopes, inserts and large quantities in bulk. Use printed labels for a professional finish and get tips on selling to shops and marketing your cards.

About this title

About the Author:

Julie Hickey is a successful card maker, workshop tutor and author. She has been involved in running the Craftwork Card Club by post, which supplies over 1,500 members with materials, projects and newsletters. She is a regular contributor to Crafts Beautiful and Practical Crafts, and is also the author of Quick and Clever Instant Cards and Flower Power Papercrafts.

About this edition

• Publisher: David & Charles
• Publication date: 2004
• ISBN 10: 0715316583
• ISBN 13: 9780715316580
• Binding: Hardcover