Card making
Making greeting cards by hand with stamps, layered card and embellishments.
Card making
- To start
- $25
- Each month
- $8
- Time
- 1 hour a week
- Sessions
- 30 minutes or more
- Where
- At home
- Who with
- On your own
Is it for you?
- It's satisfying from the very first session.
- You end up with something you made.
- It's hands-on from start to finish.
- It asks almost nothing of your body.
You’ll like it if
- You want to make things
- You want to build something of your own
- You want to switch off
Maybe not if
- You want a workout
- You want something fast and exciting
- You want it to be social
What it feels like
Card makingAverage craft & Making hobbyCalm
Company
Physical effort
Creative freedom
Brainwork
Hands-on
Outdoors
Quick wins
$25Cheaper to start than 61% of hobbies
$8Over a year, more than the kit
$121About $2 an hour at 1 hour a week
Before you buy
Borrow from a friend or buy second-hand first. Upgrade once you know you will keep going.
Your first session
Make three birthday cards with stamps, layered card and a glue stick.
30 minutes or moreAt homeVery easy to start
Questions
How much does card making cost to start?
About $25 if you rent or borrow where people usually do, then about $8 a month once you are going.
How much time does card making take?
About 1 hour a week to enjoy it and get better, in sessions of 30 minutes or more.
Can I do card making at home?
Yes. Fits in a bag.
Is card making good for beginners?
Yes. It is very easy to start as a complete beginner. A good first session: Make three birthday cards with stamps, layered card and a glue stick.
Do I need other people for card making?
No. It works fine on your own.