I love making & sending cards. I really do believe that it’s my love language. Got a new job? Send a card! Going to the moon? Send a card! Today, I want to share a super simple way to make Valentine’s Day cards. Your friends will be impressed by your craftiness, even if you’re terrible in this department. Give the cards to your friends, boyfriend/husband, co-workers, family, etc.
What You Need
- Decorative paper – I purchased mine from Paper Source.
- Paper for inside layer – Also purchased from Paper Source.
- Envelopes – I recommend A2 envelopes due to the sizing I’ll be giving you. Again, I purchased mine from Paper Source. I just love that store.
- Paper trimmer – I couldn’t find a link for the one I use, but I would recommend this one from Amazon.
- Ruler.
- Scissors.
- Washi tape – The one I have pictured was purchased from Target in the dollar bins.
- Pencil.
- Double sided tape (not pictured).
On the opposite side of your decorative paper, mark 8 1/4 x 5 1/2. Since I’m working with a big piece of paper, I use my scissors to cut out the paper with an extra half inch on each side. I also mark my non-decorate paper – the dimensions I used is 7 3/4 x 5. I like it to be a little smaller than the decorate paper – it looks pretty professional that way.
I then use my paper trimmer to get an exact cut, which is straight and sleek. I unfortunately have shaky hands when I cut, so the paper trimmer is my best friend. 
Next I put the pieces on top of each other and fold. I had to trim a little of my non-decorative paper so it looked even. Once you have trimmed and folded your paper, use double sided tape to secure the pieces. 
And bam! Pretty Valentine’s Day card to send to all the special people in your life. Add some pretty washi tape & use your best penmanship. The recipient of these cards will feel loved by you!
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