Tuesday, March 29, 2022

Easter Cards Children Will Love

I make cards for my grandchildren for every birthday and holiday.   Sometimes I wonder why I bother because occasionally they barely look at them before they are off to the gift,  and other times, they seem to really appreciate the gesture.  I have found that the trick to making an appealing card for kids is to use an identifiable image (like a super hero, cartoon character, or an activity they enjoy).  Other types of cards kids love are just colorful, pretty or full of glitter, and lots of texture and interest.  In other words...the gaudier and busier the better.  When making cards for kids, throw all the latest card idea trends out the window, and simply make something you know they will love!

For my grandchildren's cards this year, I used lots of color, critters, and texture.


These adorable felt bunnies and eggs can be found in the Easter aisle of any craft store.  They have a fuzzy texture, and multiple layers of interest.  One of the eggs is covered in glitter.


The felt pieces have an adhesive back so I just peeled off the paper and stuck them to a blue card base.  I then hand cut some grass out of green card stock and glued it in front of the eggs.

The rainbow and clouds are made from an MFT die, but you could very easily hand cut your own rainbow and clouds too.  If I didn't have the die, I'd cut a rainbow out of white paper and use markers to create the different colors.

I finished the card with a sentiment stamp, but again, if you don't have stamps, just hand write it!


My next card is an example of how you can create a pretty card without stamps.  Tulips are the easiest flower to draw, so I just hand drew tulips onto white Cardstock, cut them out, and then glued the white flower panel to a blue card base.


Once again,  I added some felt critters I found in the Easter aisle of my local craft store.  I cut a circle for the sun out of yellow card stock.  The clouds were made with an MFT die.  I stamped the sentiment on a separate piece of paper, cut it out, and glued it to the card.  


The eggs are covered in glitter, making it appealing to any youngster.



I hope I have inspired to make some Easter cards for your own children or grandchildren this year.  I will put the cards I made for them into their Easter baskets.  Come back next week Tuesday to see what I else I made for their Easter Baskets.

Have A Great Day!  Amy

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43 comments:

  1. These are so cute! They are going to love that added fuzziness of your characters too.

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  2. Those are so pretty. Your grandbabies will love them! Thanks so much for linking up at the Unlimited Link Party 73. Pinned.

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  3. I know what you mean. My son skipped opening the cards first when he started eyeing his birthday gifts. I had to ask him to open them first before the gifts. Even then, I could tell he was interested in what's in the "boxes." I love how these Easter cards are so colorful. The felt eggs and bunnies are perfect for texture and little hands. These are truly a work of heart Amy! I hope your week is going well so far and happy Tuesday!

    Maureen | www.littlemisscasual.com

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    1. Thank you! I think it's important to teach kids to open and read cards first so they appreciate the meaning behind the gift.

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  4. Amy, these cards are so cute! I like the attention to detail you put into preparing your cards—knowing that kids enjoy identifiable images—and the way you added texture with felt and glitter. My teenaged sons wouldn't enjoy these, but maybe when grandkids come along I'll be able to craft these. :)

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  5. CONGRATS Amy! Your post is FEATURED at the Unlimited Link Party 74!

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  6. These are such cute designs for little kids! Perfect for Easter too :)

    Hope you're having a good weekend :)

    Away From The Blue

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  7. Visiting again to say thanks so much for linking up at the Crafty Creators Link Party 12. Pinned.

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  8. These are so perfect for little kids! I am sure your grandkids will love them! The felt animals are so cute!!

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  9. Hello! Beautiful works, so colorful and joyful!
    Greetings from Poland!

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  10. These Easter cards look so cute. I'm not child but I also love them.

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  11. oh Amy ... these are so absolutely gorgeous! Such beautiful, personal keepsakes. I miss the days of greeting cards and long letters and mailboxes with the loveliest of surprises in them.

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    1. Thank you Linda! Yes, I miss those days too.

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  12. Aaawwww these are sooo adorable!! Thanks for sharing!
    Hope you have a lovely day! :)
    🌸 Kiara Era BLOG ðŸŒ¸
    <3

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  13. Ooo such a pretty easter cards :D

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  14. Visiting again to say thanks so much for linking up at A Themed Linkup 103 for Handmade Cards. Pinned.

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  15. You did a marvelous job.. they look beautiful.

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  16. The cards look so cute! I like how you created little playful scenes with them. I am sure your grandkids will love them.

    -Soma

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  17. CONGRATS Amy! Your post will be FEATURED at the Crafty Creators Link Party 13 where Grammy’s Grid is co-hosting with Life as a LEO Wife!

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  18. Thanks for linking up on Crafty Creators! Dee from Grammy's Grid is co-hosting for the month of April & choosing the features for this month. Congrats for being one of those features! You can come by LifeasaLEOWife.com on Thursday to grab your "I was featured" button to display on your blog. If you head over & follow me on FB or IG I will feature your post across all of my social media accounts (FB, IG, Twitter, MeWe, Pinterest, etc) over the weekend or just before next week's party. Let me know if you're following & I'll get your feature scheduled. Your post is already pinned to our Crafty Creators Link Party features board on Pinterest. I absolutely love this card! The different textures and the height given by the felt, cardstock, & stickers make it so unique. I am the head of our Sunday school class's card ministry, & this gives me some great inspiration. Thank you for linking up!
    XOXO,
    Niki ~ Life as a LEO Wife

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    1. Oh, thank you so much! I can definitely follow you on IG. I'm glad this inspired you for your card ministry!

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  19. Totally adorable!

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  20. Amy,
    These are simply adorable cards and I love the felt pieces which can easily be cut out of felt that someone has on hand!!! So darn cute!! Thanks so much for stopping by!! I hope you are enjoying the weekend!! It is snowing lightly here!!!
    Hugs,
    Deb

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  21. CONGRATS Amy! Your post is FEATURED at A Themed Linkup 104 for Healthy Recipes from the previous linkup for Handmade Cards.

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