How to Make a Personalized Greeting Card

Greeting cards like this birthday card can be made using your home computer.

Greeting cards are one of the many ways people convey messages to loved ones. Through the years, the popularity of greeting cards has greatly increased. According to Hallmark, over 6 billion people purchased greeting cards in 2007. Greeting cards have become a part of every holiday and celebration. If you have ever considered creating your own personalized greeting card, you may find that it isn't as difficult as you may imagine. Not only will you save a little money, customizing a greeting card will show your loved one just how special she or he is.

Things You'll Need

• Computer with internet access
• Photo printer
• Photo paper

Instructions

1. Find a website that offers free greeting card templates. 123printcards.com and hooverwebdesign.com are two examples. Each one offers free printable templates in a wide variety of holiday and celebration choices.

2. Browse the selection of templates available. The template you choose should reflect the type of event being celebrated. For example, use a birthday-themed greeting card to wish someone a happy birthday.

3. Click on a template to get a larger view. Once you have found the one you wish to use, click on it to add text. Some sites may require you to download the template before you can add text to it.

4. Add your own personal text to the greeting card. It can be a poem or message that has meaning for that special someone. Some templates will allow you to add pictures. Adding a picture is a special way to personalize the card. Choose a picture that is clear and bright. A crisp picture will look better on the greeting card.

5. Check over the text to make sure there are no errors, and then print out your personalized greeting card. Use a photo printer if you choose to add a picture. This will make the greeting card look more professional. Fold the paper where it needs to be folded according to the size of greeting card. Add stickers or scrapbook embellishments if you want to add an extra touch.

References

• Hallmark: Greeting Card Facts

Resources

• 123 Print Cards: Free Greeting Card Templates
• Hoover Web Design: Free Greeting Card Templates