There are various ways to make birthday cards, but you don't have to spend a lot of time making anything complicated. You can make simple birthday cards that are easy and fast. Take a few minutes to unleash all your creativity and create the perfect birthday card just in time for that special day. Making your own cards gives you the freedom to design cards that are more personal than buying cards at the store. Make simple and beautiful cards in just a few minutes!
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Method 1 of 2: Making a Simple Birthday Card
Step 1. Think of the recipient of the card
Will the card be given to a child or an adult? How long have you known the recipient of the card? Do you want to make silly cards or sophisticated ones? Take a moment to think about the recipient of the card, what their character is like, and what you like about their friendship with.
Step 2. Gather the required materials
Prepare the work area with all materials and equipment. To make a simple birthday card, you will need:
- Construction paper, cardboard or paper of your choice.
- Coloring tools such as markers, crayons, and colored pencils.
- Glue (optional)
- Stickers (optional)
- Glitter (optional)
- Ribbon (optional)
Step 3. Choose the paper you like
Paper options are endless. You can use any paper you have at home, such as colored paper. Choose the paper that is easiest and most enjoyable for you to work with. Here are some options to try:
- Printing paper is easy to work with and is usually readily available at home.
- Cardboard or construction paper is thicker and the card will look like the ones sold in stores.
- Scrapbooking paper is often decorated with patterns or borders and you can start hearing non-blank paper.
Step 4. Define a format
You can make classic folding cards, or postcard-style cards. You can even fold a card in half, then fold it in half again. Here are some things to consider:
- If using printer paper, you may want to make folded cards. Printer paper is paper that is thin and easily torn. By folding it, the card becomes a little more solid.
- If you're using cardboard or construction paper, you can easily fold or cut them into postcard-sized birthday cards.
Step 5. Make a card by folding the paper (optional)
If you decide to make folded cards, place the paper on the table in portrait position and fold it in half until the top and bottom edges are together.
- Align the edges of the paper and carefully mark the folds so that the entire edge of the paper is as even as possible.
- If you want, you can fold the card that has been folded in half again by joining the top and bottom edges together to get a stronger card.
- Make neat folds if you're using construction paper.
- If you want to use scrapbook paper, decide whether to fold it after calculating the thickness of the paper.
Step 6. Make a card in postcard format (optional)
Take a ruler and measure the card 9-10 cm high and 12-15 cm long. This is a standard postcard size.
- You can get creative with the size of the card and make the edges squiggly.
- If you want to make a postcard-style birthday card and use thin scrapbook paper, you can stick it on cardboard to make it thicker and stronger.
Step 7. Write “Happy Birthday
After choosing the paper and card format, you can start making simple birthday cards. You can use a bold marker or a combination of several colors to write “Happy Birthday!” on the front of the card. If you are unsure of your handwriting, use a word processing application to write the greeting, then print it out. After that, you can cut out the text and paste it on the card, or use the printout to make cards.
You can type your greeting in large font and arrange it in the center of the front of the card, or use small font according to your preference. There's no right or wrong way, but for a birthday card, of course you have to write it down on the card
Step 8. Create a card design
The advantage of making your own card is that you can customize it to the recipient of the card. Paste a picture of the two of you on the card. Image of a birthday cake with the right number of candles. You can even write the beginning of the sentence on the front of the card and the end of the sentence on the back. Consider the following ideas:
- I hope today will be fun. Happy Birthday!
- Happy Birthday to my best friend. I love your birthday because I make great friends! Have a great birthday!
- I wish Happy Birthday to the coolest person I have ever met. May you live long!
- Add the sweet memories you've had together. Use the front of the card to start the story and end it on the inside or back of the card. For example, “Remember, last year we went hiking on your birthday? I can't wait for our next adventure. Happy birthday!"
Step 9. Insert a private message on the inside or back of the card
Think about the relationship between you and the recipient of the card and the happy memories you shared together. You can write a personal joke or congratulate him on his accomplishments over the past year.
- Use the space on the card to tell her something light and fun that you know she'll love.
- Wish him all the best in the year to come too!
Step 10. Decorate the inside or back of the card
You can decorate the card according to the remaining space. Try making some pictures or pasting photos. You can draw candles, balloons, birthday cakes, or cartoon characters that represent you and the recipient of the card.
Write a quote from your favorite poem, or find a funny riddle and insert it
Step 11. Sign the card
Write down your full name, first name, or any other nickname he or she usually uses for you. Add a phone number, email address, or mailing address if you want to make it easier for the card recipient to keep in touch with you.
Method 2 of 2: Adding a Creative Touch
Step 1. Decorate the edges of the paper
You can use a hole punch to make holes along the edge of the card and wrap tape around the hole or use special scissors to make a specific pattern along the edge of the card.
Step 2. Add multiple layers to the card
Cut colored paper into various shapes and stick them on top of the card to add a touch of color and enhance the card's surface.
- This can be a great way to make use of scrapbook paper.
- You can make extra paper and tie a ribbon around it, then stick it over the card for a fun and elegant creative touch.
Step 3. Write a story
If you have a little time, you can turn the card into a graphic novel. Make some squares on the card and write a little story. Draw a picture of you and the recipient of the card in a fun situation together in the past.
Step 4. Add some embellishments like stickers, stamps, glitter, or fabric
Customize the card decoration with the recipient. For example, if you're making a birthday card for mom and she likes gardening, add flower stamps or outline the flowers with glue and sprinkle glitter on top.
