recycled greeting cards
Some people save all the greeting cards they’ve ever received. Such was the case with the mom of someone I know. When she passed last year, he and his sibling lovingly sorted through the belongings in her home where he was surprised to discover a treasure trove of greeting cards. Hundreds received through the years.
I’m touched and grateful that he brought some to me for crafting. And I’ve used a few from her collection to create my own note cards.
This generously sized fold-over is made from one half of an extra large format greeting card. The colorful printed shapes came from a variety of others. I originally saw the folded floral design at mondocherry. Using a heart shaped punch, you merely fold the hearts in half and glue one side to your area in an arc, circle or other pleasing shape.
Source: mondocherry.blogspot.com via Diane on Pinterest
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That’s just some kind of fabulous, isn’t it?! The oversized heart punch I used gives the flower a mod 1970s feeling. Sort of like the logo for the Mike Douglas talk show back in the day. Anyone remember that? Anyone? OK, forget it.
Point is, they’re easy, clever, and it’s a totally fabulous way to recycle colorful paper and used greeting cards.
Happy punching and thank you for stopping by 
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Diane, these are absolutely DARLING! And perfect for spring!
How CLEVER you are! These cards would even look beautiful framed; placed on a wall in a grouping.
“Sort of like the logo for the Mike Douglas talk show back in the day. Anyone remember that? Anyone? OK, forget it.;
YES! I do remember the logo for the Mike Douglas show and you’re right, that’s exactly what they look like!
Thanks for sharing, dear friend! LOVED em’!
Hope you had a wonderful Wednesday!
X to you and Cristybella!
Yes I remember Mick Douglas Ron…..Loved it!! She does some really nice work doesn’t she. I love the use of color.
absolutely darling – i love these.
Oh wow Diane, these are absolutely gorgeous and how cool that they are recycled. You are one amazingly creative artist.
pam
Actually~yes, I do remember that! I love the card, and your inspiration photo. It looks like a fun project!
What a wonderful idea…
…. from now on,
……….. I will not throw away cards any more
-Anna
What a great idea! I always save mine for a while thinking I’ll come up with an idea on how to use them. This is perfect.
This is so cute! I love this idea – will have to try it some time.
Thanks!
What a smart idea! Our Beautify It Monday link party is open now and we’d love for you to link this up!
http://bringingbeauty.blogspot.com/2012/04/beautify-it-monday-2.html
These are super cute! Love it!
I love this look! I will definitely have to try it out!