Offers more than 500 card projects from recent special issues of Card Creations, published by the editors of Paper CraftsR magazine.

Presents a collection of quotations, expressions, and poems that are suitable for a variety of greeting cards and scrapbooking projects.

From dimensional appliqu� to lively, eye-catching zig-zag designs, these greeting card techniques will delight the creative crafter in search of inspiration. It’s not a collection of projects, but an encyclopedia chock-full of fabulous ideas that card makers can use in whatever way they want, for whatever type of card they need. There’s so much to select from: fast, easy, and elegant die-cut cards; foam cutouts posted on colorful patterned papers; lacy greetings that incorporate doilies; and even sparkling, bejeweled ones. In addition to all the basics on tools, there’s information on choosing cardstock; selecting pretty embellishments; and making personalized envelopes.

Quilling - also known as paper filigree or scroll work - is the art of rolling very thin strips of paper into elegant shapes, turning them into beautiful designs, and then gluing them onto a base for display ... In addition to offering 28 unique shapes, it introduces some contemporary quilling possibilities such as husking, fringing, crimping and sculpting.--from publisher description.

Don't just send a card--give someone special a handmade keepsake! Making pretty, personalized greeting cards has never been simpler or more fun. these eye-catching projects will help you celebrates any occasion, from birthdays to holidays, by letting loved ones know that you remember them warmly.

Learning paper-crafting techniques to make one-of-a-kind cards has never been simpler or more fun. Each letter of the alphabet represents a different technique, from Appliqués to Zigzags, that you can master while creating an orginal project. You'll be able to fashion the perfect card for every occasion and special person in your life.--From publisher description.