Card Making Resources
It always amazes me just how many resources there are for card
makers.In fact, it can be a bit overwhelming at times to look for ideas
because there is so much out there.
And if you're ever looking for
something specific... well you might as well be looking for a needle in
a haystack.
We'll start with the obvious... you're here aren't you? The internet is
a great way to look for ideas, examples, techniques, trends, you name
it. If you want to make a birthday card, just search for 'Birthday
Cards'. Need a card for your sick friend? Do a search for 'Get Well'
cards. Have a Bat mitzvah to attend? Look up...well, I think you get
the point.
Books are another fantastic source of inspiration. You can check out
books on card making from your local library, or you can purchase them
from a bookstore - either bricks & mortar or online. You can
pilfer your crafty friends' books, and ask your neighbor what she's
got. Hobby and craft stores keep lots of these guys in stock as well.
And along those same lines...
Magazines. It is impressive the amount of work that goes into crafting
magazines. And there are so many of them. Whether your interests lie in
rubber stamping, paper crafts, scrapbooking, or anything else for that
matter - I'd be willing to bet you that there's a magazine out there
with your name on it.
And I can't leave out people. Whether it's a crafty friend or relative
or a nearby neighbor who sells crafting supplies, you probably have
someone close to you that has oodles of ideas to share with you. Pick
their brains, search their card stash, snap pictures, and come away
with some great ideas for practically nothing. Well, maybe some
home-baked cookies would go far in returning the favor...
Also, keep in mind that your personal crafting space can be a great
source of inspiration. Whether it's a desk, closet or an entire room
your space should uplift you and make you feel the urge to create. I'm
lucky enough to have
my
own room in the house for such purposes and it always makes
me feel inspired to create!