Easy Ideas For Making Your Own Greeting Cards
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Card-Making,
Family Fun and Entertainment
Greeting cards are expensive. Why not make your own? You don't need card-making software, you don't need tubs and trays full of crafting supplies, you don't need to spend seven hours making one card. Grab a piece of white computer paper, a magazine, scissors and a glue stick---and you can make a card! This is easy for kids, too...and makes a great time-filler for a rainy day or any of those "What can we do now, Mommy?" days!
Inserting Clipart or Photos in a Word Document
Here are the basic steps for inserting a jpg image (clipart or photo) into a Word Document. Once you master this basic skill you can create fun newsletters, annual Christmas card updates, business cards, or any type of paper-based document (brochures, greeting cards, letterheads, etc.).
Using Microsoft Paint to Personalize JPG Files
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Jan's Tips,
Card-Making
If you enjoy making your own cards and like to use your own pictures or images from another source, you can personalize (add text) to them using Microsoft Paint. With just a little practice, and these step-by-step instructions, you can learn to personalize any *.jpg (picture/image) file. Turn any picture into a party invitation or add "subtitles" to family photos!
It's Time To Get Back To Crafting!
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Crafts
You often think about doing some crafting or making your own cards, and then decide that you don't have enough time. However, it takes less time than you think---if you have a few crafting and a handful of other items on hand. This article can get you started on your way "back to crafting"!
Easy Thanksgiving Day Craft: Make a Decorative Banner or Sign
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Decorations,
Thanksgiving
This is an easy decoration craft for young kids. The example is for a Thanksgiving decoration, but the general instructions can be modified for any holiday or special occasion. The instructions come with a free illustrated tutorial.