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Sunday, November 28, 2010 -Introduction Hello all! This week, we're gonna do Christmas/Holiday themed posts! Today, we're going through DIY Christmas ideas.  -How to Put Old Greeting Cards to Use The occasion has come and gone and the sentiments have been expressed. Now you have a stack of cards, many of which can't easily be recycled because they include foil, plastic, or other non-paper materials. Instead of disposing of them or even recycling them, why not reuse or remake them?  Scan the cards into the computer or make notes of who sent what, if you want a record of the greeting cards. This is particularly important if you need to send thank you notes to people who gave you gifts. It's also a much neater and easier way of storing the lovely things people have sent to you in the past than simply hoarding piles of old cards; you can even catalog them if it helps!  Think about what you'd like to do with the cards. Keep the cards in one easy-to-access box. A large shoe box is ideal, such as the types that hold hiking boots. Or, use any box that is no longer needed, provided it has a lid to keep off dust and to prevent the cards from slipping out. You'll be able to delve into this box every time you start a new project, and if you order the cards by color, texture, size, etc., this will make it easier to be inspired.  Turn the cards into new cards. Turning old greeting cards into new ones is a simple process and fun too. Glue the front cover of the card onto a new, blank card or cardstock. If you want, you can also redecorate or improve upon the design of the card and add your own new embellishments, such as small ribbons, costume gems, glitter, etc.  Make gift tags for presents. Cut the greeting cards into smaller sizes to turn them into gift tags. Simply cut a strip or rectangle out of the card, fold it down the middle, and write the "to" and "from" in it. Another method is to add interesting features from the original card to small card stock tags that you've already made. Simply glue in place and write the "to" and "from" on the blank part (as shown in the image).  Make a gift box from greeting cards. This can make use of several greeting cards that look good together, whether by color, theme, or texture.  Make a notebook or portfolio from the cards. Gift cards can be turned into a notebook or portfolio by cutting the card in half and inserting blank paper or even other greeting cards (as a memento) in the middle portion. Then, simply punch holes through the lot, including the front and back of the card, which will also form the front and the back of the notebook or folder. Sew or weave through a binding thread or coil and knot or tie at the end of the looping. Check that it can move freely, and make any adjustments needed.  Make a gift pouch using greeting cards. Cards can be reused to create a pouch for the insertion of a small gift such as jewelery, a CD, an MP3 player, a gift voucher, perfume, etc. -Bottom Line Do it Yourself gifts can be just as good as newly bought ones! Oh, and, don't forget to reuse or recycle the envelope too, especially if you do any scrapbooking or collage. Often, greeting card envelopes have colorful paper and shiny liners. They may not be suitable for general paper recycling, but they can be cut up for backgrounds, borders or decorative motifs. -Sneak Peek! Tomorow, we're doing a post about the history of Christmas! Thanks for Reading |
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