Take a look around. You'll find crafting fun for children, teens and adults.
Mother's Day Pop-Up Card - Surprise Mom with a one-of-a-kind Mother’s Day pop-up card! Whether you choose a delicate butterfly or a heartfelt heart, our step-by-step instructions and prntable patterns make crafting a breeze. From little ones to seasoned crafters, everyone can create a unique card that Mom will cherish.
This week's Wednesday treat is a bold and colorful printable envelope pattern designed especially for Mother's Day cards. Make Mom's day even more special with a handcrafted card paired with this unique envelope. The envelope fits standard 5½" by 4¼" cards, including our popular Mother's Day Platform Pop-Up Card and many others. Download your FREE pattern now and get crafting!
Easy Mother's Day Cards - Do the kids need to make a Mother's Day card, but time is short and supplies are limited? Then you have found the perfect craft! These quick and easy cards are made with simple paper cutouts that spell out love "M-O-M". Personalize the card by adding your own creative ideas. Great for kids of all ages!
Spring Paper Flower Bouquet - Turn computer paper into springtime blooms! Craft a bouquet of brightly colored paper tulips, daffodils, and irises (templates included!). These flowers are perfect for party favors, handmade gifts, or adding a splash of spring colors to your home in any season!
This week's Wednesday treat is a free set of eye-catching printable pop-up card elements for Mother's Day! Use the elements to create easy DIY pop-up cards that are sure to make Mom smile! Choose from colorful, ready-to-cut designs or black and white printables for creative coloring fun. You could also use them to decorate gift boxes or to make gift tags. They coordinate with the Mother's Day gift bags and the Mother's Day digital papers. Download your set of printables today!
Easy Folded Paper Bouquet - Craft a freestanding paper bouquet in minutes! This easy craft project is perfect for families, groups, or classrooms. No patterns required, just construction and tissue paper, a little folding, cutting, and gluing, and voila! You've got a beautiful, freestanding bouquet that brightens any space.
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Greeting card tutorials are a regular feature on Aunt Annie's Crafts. Each tutorial builds on prior card projects. It's like taking a class on making handmade greeting cards.
This month's featured card tutorial is How to Make Stenciled Cards.
In this tutorial you'll learn how to make cards using stencils and acrylic paint. You'll also be shown how to make your own stencils using paper punches or a few snips with scissors.
If you are new to card making, the tutorials in the Card Class are a great place to learn many techniques for making beautiful cards. Then for more ideas and techniques, go on to Card Class 2.
