by Cardstore Artists on November 30, 2009
Cardstore.com is pleased to feature Artist Guest Blogger february 13 creative. To see february 13 creative’s Cardstore Collection of Holiday Cards, click here.
Most of you are probably familiar with Cardstore.com’s wonderful DIY photo card products, which you can use to create cards using your own full-bleed photos. Well, over here at february 13 creative, we recently thought of this fun new use for Cardstore’s DIY Photo Business Card product: custom gift tags!
Upload your own artwork, your kid’s adorable drawings, your photos or any high-resolution image file that you’d like to feature on your gift tags. We’ve even provided a handy-dandy downloadable image file here which you can upload for the back of your gift tag.
Here are some other quick tips for preparing and uploading your image files:
- Cardstore’s DIY Photo Business Cards are sold in sets of 25, so you’ll want to choose a versatile design.
- Your file should be formatted as an RGB JPEG (or Grayscale JPEG if your image is black and white).
- Your final image file should be 3″ x 2″ if horizontally-oriented (900 x 600 pixels at 300 dpi), or vice-versa if vertically-oriented.
- If your gift tag will be horizontally-oriented, use this product. If it will be vertically-oriented, use this product.
- Be sure to click “View Back” after you have uploaded your front-of-card image.
- This will take you to a pull-down menu where you can select the format for the back of your card.
- If you select the second choice, you’ll be able to upload the full-bleed back-of-tag image file we’ve provided for you here.
- Of course, you can always create your own back-of-tag design.
- Or choose the first, blank option for a completely blank tag back.
Our back-of-tag design includes a light mark for placement of a hole-punch if you would like to use ribbon to attach your tags.
Order before December 31st and use Cardstore’s Friends and Family discount (code: FRIEND15) to save 15%!
Happy holidays from february 13 creative!
Tagged as:
DIY,
february 13 creative,
gift tags
by Tiffany on November 25, 2009
We’re kicking off the Holidays with our biggest sale of the season! Receive 10% off AND free shipping on all orders placed between now and Tuesday when you enter code WINTERSALE at checkout. From Christmas and Holiday cards to Photo and Hannukah cards, there’s a greeting for every occasion. Get a jump start on your holiday t0-do list by ordering your cards now. Click here to shop now!
Tagged as:
Christmas cards,
Holiday Cards,
Sale
by Tiffany on November 24, 2009
We’ve searched the web for the best tips and products for Thanksgiving so you don’t have to. From gift ideas to recipes, our tips are sure to help make your Thanksgiving Day more enjoyable and less stressful.
Best Centerpiece: Disney Family Fun’s Tissue Paper Turkey
Before the real turkey comes out, this eye catching one will keep everyone’s attention. It’s easy enough for kids to do with a little adult guidance and a few simple craft materials. Click here to find out how you can make your own Tissue Paper Turkey.
Tissue Paper Turkey from Disney Family Fun
Best ‘3 Ingredient’ Cranberry Sauce: Allrecipes Cranberry Sauce
When it comes to recipes, it seems the longer the ingredient list, the better the dish is supposed to be. Not the case with this gem of a recipe. It’s almost as easy as opening a can of that dreaded canned cranberry jelly. All you need are fresh cranberries, orange juice and sugar. And if you’re lucky enough to have leftovers, the sauce works great as an ice cream or toast topper. Click here for the recipe.
Cranberry Sauce Recipe from Allrecipes
Best DIY Project for Kids: Tori Higa’s DIY Thanksgiving Cards
One of our artists, Tori Higa, posted a brilliant DIY project on both our blog and the Designing Moms blog. It’s a great way to inspire creativity (not to mention gratitude) in your little ones. For instructions on how to make Tori’s Thanksgiving cards, click here.
Tori Higa's DIY Thanksgiving Cards
Best Green Alternative to Disposable Plates: Bambu Veneerware from Sur La Table
When hosting a large group for Thanksgiving, it’s often difficult to steer clear of disposable plates and utensils. But skip the paper or plastic and go with bamboo. These nifty bamboo sets are not only stylish, but also biodegradable. Click here for more details.
Bambu Veneer from Sur La Table
Best Turkey Advice: The Turkey Talk Line from Butterball
When looking for turkey advice, why not go straight to the experts? Butterball knows turkey, and they’re prepared for all your questions. From selecting the right pan to figuring out what to do if your turkey catches fire, Butterball’s 50 turkey experts are here to help. Just dial 1-800-Butterball or email them at talkline@butterball.com for help.
Butterball's Turkey Talk Line
Best Host/Hostess Gift: Cardstore.com’s Boxed Stationery
Skip the standard bottle of wine this year and give the host or hostess something more personal, like a box of customized stationery from Cardstore.com. With over 60 different designs to choose from, you’re sure to find something to fit their style. Click here to order.
Boxed Stationery from Cardstore.com
Best No-Roll Pie Crust: Recipe from Joy the Baker
Everyone in our offices confesses to using prepared pie crusts, but this recipe is so easy, we’re tempted to ditch the frozen crusts and give it a try. For one of the few pie crust recipes that coesn’t require a rolling pin, click here.
No Roll Pie Crust from Joy the Baker
Best use of Leftover Turkey: Martha Stewart’s Quick Turkey and Rice Soup
Leave it to Martha to have wonderful ideas on what to do with leftover turkey. This recipe is quick and easy, and is sure to please even when your crowd has sworn off turkey till next Thanksgiving. Click here for the recipe.
Matha Stewart's Quick Turkey and Rice Soup Recipe
This list brought to you by Cardstore.com, where you can customize all your photo cards and holiday cards.
Tagged as:
DIY,
stationery,
Thanksgiving
by Marina on November 23, 2009
Cardstore.com is proud to present 3 more fabulous designer artists!
The ultra glamorous and award winning Bonnie Marcus Collection was created by special event planner Bonnie Marcus when she was pregnant with her first child. Now, 7 years, 3 children, and over 500 stylish designs later, Bonnie’s gorgeous cards can be found at over 1000 retailers worldwide. Her debut holiday cards on Cardstore are sure to add elements of fashion and flair to any holiday event.
Tilia Press made it’s debut at May’s New York Stationery Show and since then, Anne Hammes has been very busy filling orders for her exquisite line of stationery. We were thrilled to have Anne design a holiday collection for us and her coordinating invitations and thank you cards are the perfect combination for your upcoming holiday party.
Feterie is an elegant collection designed by world traveler and mom Cathe Huynh-Sison. She is also an award-winning freelance designer and art director as well as blogger (papercuts blog) and twitterer. Considering her hectic schedule, we are very happy she’s found the time to create a collection for us and are sure you’ll love her new holiday cards as much as we do!
Tagged as:
Artists,
Bonnie Marcus Collection,
feterie,
Tilia Press
by Marina on November 20, 2009
We have just debuted a fantastic bunch of new artist collections and can’t wait to tell you all about them… the first three I will share with you are: Dutch Door Press, Pica Press and Fomato.
Dutch Door Press is housed in a lovely Victorian across the bay from us in San Francisco. Mara and Anna are the fabulous creative duo who, in 2006, launched their line of folk art inspired stationery. The traditional patterns with a modern twist make for an immensely compelling collection.
Susanne of Pica Press is debuting her collection with a sophisticated line of holiday cards that are sure to please. Based in Southern California, Susanne is endlessly inspired by her travels, found objects, vintage wallpaper, hand-written postcards and flea market finds. Her style is simply beautiful.
Fomato (rhymes with tomato) is the wonderfully wacky and clever line created by Emmie. The offbeat yet sweet characters gracing some of her new holiday cards will appeal to all ages and the funnybone in all of us!
Tagged as:
dutch door press,
fomato,
pica press
