How to Make EID Cards Online

An online greeting is like sending an electronic gift.

According to Mohammen Khaku, former president of the Al-Ahad Islam Center in Pennsylvania, "Eid is a day of celebrating, a day of harvest, a day of forgiveness and a day of peace." The day follows a month of fasting and is celebrated by more than 1 billion Muslims world wide. Since 2003, Hallmark has created Eid cards for this day, but a traditional card may not arrive on time. An online card will arrive instantly and eliminate the hassles of shipping.

Instructions

1. Use Eid Greetings to locate the right electronic card for your needs. The home page features the most popular greetings including, "Happy Eid!" and "May You Be Blessed!" Top Islamic cards are also categorized on the left side. Scroll toward the bottom of the page to see cards sorted in the following sections, "Friends, Spirit of Eid, Family, Thank You, Koran Quotes and Formal Greetings." A countdown timer displays exactly how much time is left until the day arrives.

2. Scan the Eid Wishes site for the following categories: Eid Greetings, Happy Eid Day and Love Eid Greeting Cards. These flash greetings are found near the bottom of the page under "E-cards." As of July 2010, approximately 200 cards of this type are available, with the main focus on Muslim greetings in general. Additional categories are listed on the left side that feature other holidays. Select a card from the home page, then enter the recipient's name, email and a personal message. Add optional customization by choosing "Font Color," "Font Style" and "Font Size." Click "Preview Customized" to see the results.

3. Click the circle beneath the card of your choice at IslamCan.com. The words to the right of the card show a preview of the included text. Clicking "Next" will show a preview of the card, with space available to enter "To" and "From" information. A "Preview" button will show the final results and give the option to "Send Card." Click the "Back" button on your browser if you need to make changes before sending. A small selection of cards is available with no customization options, but they are easy to make and quick to send.

Tips & Warnings

• Electronic mail can get delayed just like postal mail, and there's no telling how long it will take for the recipient to open it. Send the card at least a few days before the holiday to ensure timely receipt.

References

• America.gov: Muslim Americans Mix Old and New Traditions in Eid Celebrations
• Hallmark Corporate: Holidays and Occasions

Resources

• Eid Greetings: Home Page
• Eid Wishes: Home Page
• IslamCan: Home Page
• Hallmark Holidays: Eid