When the first postcard appeared and who invented it, it is impossible to say with certainty, but it is certain that it was made by one’s own hands. If we talk about the purpose of postcards, then we can safely say that they are designed to improve a person’s mood, leave a memory of him, and remind of pleasant events. And today, postcards have not lost their relevance, and therefore a large number of a wide variety of products for all occasions are issued by printing houses. However, sometimes, you want to give a person something original, and that’s what a handmade card can be like, because you can put a soul into it and express your feelings and thoughts to a loved one. It is these postcards that have been stored in family archives for years, because they have a unique charm, they have positive energy in them.
A do-it-yourself postcard can become a masterpiece only if you take the matter seriously and with great patience. You can make it from any material at hand, but first you need to think over the design and be sure to take into account the tastes of the person who is intended for the card, the event to which it is timed. And be sure to remember that a do-it-yourself postcard should be done carefully. Therefore, first you need to prepare a sketch on a sheet of notebook and only then proceed to the gift copy. As materials for the manufacture of postcards, you can use colored paper, beads, ribbons, cotton, various cereals and much more.
There are many tricks and options for creating postcards, but they can be conditionally divided into simple and complex. Postcard application is the most common version of homemade products. They are very fond of children. Such crafts for the holiday are widespread among children's hobbies, they invest in them their perception of the world and imagination. It’s so accepted that do-it-yourself postcards for mom are especially relevant on March 8th. And very original, in this case, will be voluminous postcards with a bright bouquet opening inside. You can also write an original congratulation on a card-application with a drop-down window. In any case, do-it-yourself postcards for mom made by a child alone or with the help of dad are a great gift.
Today, when making cards with their own hands, quilling technique is becoming very popular . The art of paper rolling has been known since the 14th century. The technique for making quilling patterns consists of twisting paper strips into a spiral, and then forming various patterns, shapes and colors on paper from them. This needlework method is a creative process, it represents a whole fantasy world.
Do-it-yourself quilling postcards look stylish and elegant. They are appropriate as a gift for any occasion. This style is widely used for making valentines. Do-it-yourself quilling postcard does not require any special materials and tools. All that is needed is an awl, scissors, tweezers, glue, a compass pencil, a ruler and, of course, quilling paper. It is better to purchase it in special stores, as self-cutting is a rather time-consuming process that requires special care. Do-it-yourself quilling postcards are both a wonderful independent gift, and an original addition to any present.
Any handmade postcards are an expensive gift that will not be thrown into the trash when moving or when cleaning. In addition, only on such a card can you write words that are intended for a dear person. And only she is able to deliver joy and pleasure to both the recipient and the creator.