Take a look around. You'll find crafting fun for children, teens and adults.
Serendipity Square Cards - This greeting card tutorial shows how to turn leftover paper scraps into colorful serendipity squares, then arrange them on card fronts to make cheerful, one-of-a-kind designs. Use themed scraps for holidays or special occasions—once you start, you’ll never want to throw away a scrap again!
This week's Wednesday treat is a printable pattern set for making a Stenciled Bear Birthday Card with a greeting banner. Use the instructions from the Stenciled Bear Christmas Card tutorial, then add your own touches to personalize it. Extra banners are included for birthdays and beyond!
Shiny Paper Beads - Use up old magazines or paper scraps to make colorful rolled beads. Add a coat of varnish for durability and shine, then string them into bracelets, necklaces—or even bold beaded curtains! Great for family or classroom craft time.
Mother's Day Gift Bags - Make charming paper gift bags for Mother’s Day using free printable patterns in three sizes and designs. Add matching tags and stickers to finish off the perfect package for homemade cookies, jewelry, or other small surprises.
Last week's Wednesday treat was a set of printable tulip patterns—just what you need to craft a Spring Paper Flower Bouquet. Use them for spring décor, handmade cards, or cheerful gifts that never wilt.
Love Bugs - These cheerful critters are molded in plastic spoons using plaster of Paris and painted with love. Whether they become pins, magnets, or gift toppers, they’re fun for all ages to make—especially little hands with adult help. A perfect pick for Valentine’s Day, Mother's Day, or just because.
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At Aunt Annie’s Crafts, we regularly feature step-by-step greeting card tutorials designed to inspire your creativity and teach new techniques. Each project builds on the last, making it feel like you're taking a fun and informative card-making class!
This month's featured card tutorial is Embossed Greeting Cards. Learn how to add raised designs to your handmade greeting cards with simple techniques—no expensive tools required! Embossing brings an elegant, professional touch to your creations, making them even more special.
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.
