In our opinion, one of the best parts about being a part of the maker community is that you get to see all kinds of neat things that other people create. We’ve always been amazed by letterpress printing, specifically letterpress printed cards. They’re simplistic, yet so witty and creative — making them fabulous additions to all gifts (they’re practically gifts in themselves)! With the start of the New Year, now’s a great time to stock up on birthday cards to give out throughout 2014. Here are 27 letterpress birthday cards that we found to be extremely clever.
1. Healthy Cake ($5): A perfect card for your friends who are constantly trying out every crazy diet that pops up. The tiny sentence at the bottom definitely makes this one of our favorites. (via Richie Designs)
2. Chic Birthday ($5): Didn’t you hear?! Getting older is in. (via Richie Designs)
3. Not So Happy ($5): Ha, this one makes us giggle. We’re loving the handwritten font as well! (via Life is Funny Press)
4. One-of-a-Kind ($5): We absolutely love the colors in this, but nothing tops the message. Whether or not you end up giving it to a twin, it’s hilarious! (via Farewell Paperie)
5. No Bad Dance Moves ($6): Very, very true. Time to bust out the Sprinkler, everyone! (via Farewell Paperie)
6. Bangin’ Birthday ($5): Everyone loves a pun. Plus, she created another one for your bearded friends! (via Made by Michelle Brusegaard)
7. View Master ($4): This card goes out to all our ‘ 80s and ’90s kids. Pairing this card with an actual View Master would definitely make it the best gift ever! (via Smudge Ink)
8. Barrel of Fun ($4): Wait, it’s a mini brain teaser and a birthday card in one? Even better. (via Smudge Ink)
9. Mr. Handsome ($6): This badge-shaped card was made just for your tough guy! (via HAMMERPRESS)
10. Forever 29 ($5): Me? Thirty?! There must be some mistake. (via Kiss and Punch)
11. Sad It’s Not Mine ($5): Let’s be real. The cake, the presents — we all wish it was always our birthday. (via Paper Bandit Press)
12. Your Actual Age ($5): Truthful? Yes. Hilarious? Of course! (via McBitterson’s)
13. Crapping Your Pants ($5): Oh, the circle of life (props if you thought of the Lion King). (via Brown Dog Paper)
14. Un-pho-gettable ($5): Puns are always welcome on any card that we purchase. Food-related ones get bonus points. (via Kiss and Punch)
15. Checklist ($1): This is perfect for you Forgetful Joneses who never seem to remember anyone’s special day each year. You can even use it for more than just a birthday! (via Quiet Tiger)
16. Classified ($5): We did what last night?! (via Bench Pressed)
17. Prescription for Fun ($5): Yes, getting older means taking more medications. But here’s a prescription you’ll actually want to receive! (via a. favorite design)
18. Age Meter ($5): I think I’m somewhere between awesome and perfection ;) How about you? (via a. favorite design)
19. Next Year ($5): Well, there’s something to look forward to! (via The Little Blue Chair)
20. Vintage ($4): Bringing the vintage trend into birthday cards? Yes, yes, yes! (via pixies & porcupines)
21. Error 404! ($5): Technological humor is the best humor ;) (via Sign Fail)
22. You’re Still Pretty ($5): Some pretty good consolation for the pretty but aging birthday gal (or guy)! (via McBitterson’s)
23. Older, Not Up ($5): A great card for all of your friends who are still kids at heart. (via MLK&toast)
24. Only if You’re Cheese ($4): More food-related humor? Check. (via SweetWater Letterpress)
25. A Long Time Ago ($5): We’re all about the simplicity and subtle insult of this card. (via MLK&toast)
26. Mad Lib ($6): Who doesn’t love a good ol’ Mad Lib every now and then? It’s both a game and good wishes in one. (via eva b paper goods)
27. Now Let’s Party ($5): Let’s cut to the chase — we all really came here to party! (via Typecase Industries)
Which card is your favorite? Drop us a line down below!
It can be intimidating to step out on your own and build a business from the ground up. As part of our collaboration with Office Depot, we're talking with Selfmade alum and solopreneur Colette Lawrence, the faith-based motivator and relationship builder behind The M.E.E. Movement, about ways in which women in business can find success.
B + C: How did you know M.E.E. Movement was your business to start?
The M.E.E Movement represents motivation, empowerment, and encouragement for women. It is what represents me. I did not know at first that it was my business to start, but then the thought of monetizing what I loved came to me. It scared me, however. I registered the business in July 2020 and have been slowly building my wings since.
B + C: What's one strategy that's helped you start your business?
Thinking through and researching what the requirements are to start my business, and then asking questions of people who are in the business. Not all advice worked; however, it helped me to figure out what I needed to do and not to do.
B + C: Did you always know life coaching would be your entrepreneurial path?
(Smiles) No, I did not. I 'stumbled" on it. I knew that people were always coming to me for advice and I found that I loved having conversations with them, especially with women, young and old.
B + C: What was your most valuable takeaway from Selfmade?
My most valuable takeaway was the first day of training: Get out of your own way. There were a lot of great moments and important takeaways from every presenter. However, getting out of my own way, pushing past doubts, was for me my most valuable takeaway. Doing something that I had never done before took courage. If I do not focus on what is happening with me mentally then I cannot deliver to my clients successfully.
B + C: What's one piece of advice you would give to female entrepreneurs on the brink of starting?
Get out of your head. You have something to offer. You have what you need to succeed so go ahead and do it.
B + C: How do you stay motivated?
I stay motivated by listening to music and listening to motivational speakers, and sometimes someone will just reach out and talk about the impact that I made in their life. That adds the extra juice or sauce I need to pummel through the day.
B + C: What's your best organizational tip?
Keep a diary and journal. It's the best way for me to keep organized and it also provides a source motivation as I record not only my "losses" but my wins as well.
B + C: Who inspires you in the entrepreneurial space?
Shirley Toliver – She motivates and empowers and makes me always want to show up.
B + C: What has receiving the Office Depot scholarship to Selfmade done to help you start or grow your business?
The scholarship was a blessing in that all the areas that were covered offered valuable information that I needed, from social media to HR. As a new business owner, I needed to know this to increase my own personal awareness in what it takes to run a successful business. The candidness of the presenters made it easy to see myself in their shoes and helped me to realize that I can also get there.
Thanks Colette! You can follow The M.E.E. Movement on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
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