Stop! Don't throw away those old Christmas or birthday cards. Consider one of these keepsake-worthy crafts dreamed up by some of our favorite DIY bloggers.
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With a one-time investment in a tag-shaped punch, you’ll be dressing — and addressing — gifts on the cheap.
The trick to these blanket-stitched baskets is to pre-punch your needle holes. Kids’ Valentine cards proved to be just the right size for blogger MaryLea Harris, but you can cut any greetings to fit.
Use punched card discs to make a stunning colorful garland for your tree, mantle and tabletop or just strung up for a party. There’s no complicated origami here — just folding, pasting, and needle-and-threading.
Turn four similar-colored cards into a delicate candle luminary with some embroidery floss, a small hole punch, and a glass-encased or battery-powered tea light.
Well wishes from your wedding or another big event are particularly sentimental. Rather than stashing them in a box, turn your favorite cards into a beautiful mat to surround a photo from the big day.
A holiday centerpiece doesn't have to be a time-consuming undertaking. This simple grouping uses classic mason jars, Christmas cards, ribbon, and a few sprigs of greenery.
This craft could not be easier. Just snip off the back half of a used card and the pretty picture is a mailable postcard. Blogger Katie Clemons takes it up a notch by softening the edges with a corner shaper.
These adorable notepads do double-duty in the eco-friendly department: They’re made with repurposed cards and scrap paper. Make a batch and stash one in your purse, by the phone, at your desk — anywhere you might need a handy tool for list-making.