Happy Birthday - Taureans!

It is not all easy to get the perfect gift for that special someone.

'TAURUS'
(21 April - 21 May)

• Sign Stats : Sensual, practical, and money savvy.  Taureans have a back-to-basics simplistic attitude and like the finer things in life
• In the Closet : Simple - uncomplicated outfits in comfy tactile fabrics like pure cotton, satin
• Guilty Pleasures : Appreciates the good life - gourmet dining, classy beautiful items...
• Celebration Style : Planned months ahead of the big day.  A gathering with close friends and family at a classy space - cosy lounge spot (Jazz lounge) / chic restaurant
• Zodiac Gifts : Fragrance, a bouquet of fresh flowers, gift vouchers to a spa, gardening tools / books, silk ties, gourmet cheese / wine, scented candles, luxury bath kit, satin bedspreads, silver money clip

These tips should assists in shopping for that special Taurean.  Have fun!  

Front Text: 'Happy Birthday' (middle) / 'enjoy' (bottom right hand corner)

Size: 20.9cm (w) x 10.5cm (h)

Fold: Landscape

Insert Text: Left blank for your personal message

Code: #HB-001

Price: RM7.00 nett / per piece

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A Celebration of Two Hearts...

Receiving a wedding invitation card is always a joyous occassion - the chance to celebrate the day of reunion with the happy couple. 

A simple card to the couple is a nice way to congratulate them on their marriage . Being sincere in your wordings will ensure that the couple will feel your presence at their ceremony even when you are not there in person. You can use quotes, poems, versus on love and marriage to begin or end your message. In continuance, while penning down a personal message of your own, speak about your thoughts or advice on love and how it may relate to the couple or express your hopes for the future and happiness. A lighthearted humour may fit the situation but do ensure that it is appropriate based on your relationship.

Sample 'Happy Wedding' Greetings:

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  Congratulations to a beautiful couple. Wishing you a wonderful journey as you build our new life together
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  Wishing both of you a world of happiness and joy on your wedding day
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  May the years ahead be filled with lasting joy. Congratulations to a couple whose match truly seems made in heaven!
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  Congratulations!  May your marriage be filled with all the right ingredients: a heap of love, a dash of humour, a touch of romance, and a spoonful of understanding. May your joy last forever
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  Congratulations to the perfect couple - your wedding day may come and go, but may your love forever grow
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  Wishing you both the happily ever after... Congratulations on your wedding day!
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  Just a note to say how happy we are for you. Wishing you a lifetime of the greatest joy, love, and happiness. Congratulations to a wonderful couple!
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  Through the storms of life, may your love for one another be steadfast and strong. Wishing you joy and happiness on your wedding day. Congratulations!

Front Text: 'Happy Wedding' (bottom left hand corner) / 'Sharing Sweet Memories Together' (center right)

Size: 14.9cm (w) x 10.5cm (h)

Fold: Landscape

Insert Text: Left blank for your personal message

Code: #Cong.-002

Price: RM8.00 nett / per piece

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To a Friend...

Good friends are hard to come by.  They are there through thick and thin, through ups and downs, the shoulder you cry on... 

(excerpt from Dionne Warwick's music lyrics - 'That's What Friends Are For')

Keep smilin', keep shinin'

Knowin' you can always count on me, for sure

That's what friends are for
For good times and bad times

I'll be on your side forever more

That's what friends are for

Well, you came and opened me

And now there's so much more I see

And so by the way I thank you

Front Text: 'Thank You' (top) / 'Forever Friends' (bottom right)

Size: 14.8cm (w) x 10.5cm (h)

Fold: Landscape

Insert Text: 'You're the Best!'

Code: #TQ-002

Price: RM7.00 nett / per piece

Sending a thank you card will let him or her know how much he / she means to you...

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Saying Thank You

"Silent gratitude isn't much use to anyone..." - Gladys Brown Stern

Sending a card to thank you is stil very much appreciated when received.  It is best to begin with the reason(s) you are sending the card.  More likely it will state - “Thank You” in some form on the front but it is needs to be specific.  Take example, if you have just spent the evening dining at your friend's home, by all means begin with acknowledging just that.  Mention what you enjoyed most – the company, food, hospitality, conversations, sharing or his / her grandmother’s recipe, etc. Expressed it by saying “…There is no greater pleasure than eating a great meal with such great company. Thank you for the lovely dinner…”].  If you brought the hostess a gift, casually mention it and say "...I hope you have enjoyed the bottle of wine...".  Well, the note does not have to be long.  However, it needs to be written (personalise factor) or printed / typed and sent off quickly preferably within a week.

Here are some general sayings to express one’s gratitude:

• Thank you very much

• I cannot thank you enough

• Thank you for just being you…

• I am forever in your debt, thank you

• Thank you for all you have given us

• My gratitude is endless

• Thank you from the bottom of my heart

• You have my sincerest thanks

• Thank you for your helping hand

• Please accept our most sincere thanks / gratitude

• Your well wishes are greatly appreciated

• Thank you from the bottom of my heart

• Eternally thankful for / to you

• Your generosity has made me speechless - thank you!

• Thank you for everything

...and the lists goes on...

"Feeling gratitude and not expressing it is like wrapping a present and not giving it" - William Arthur Ward

Front Text: 'Thank You' (front)

Fold: Landscape

Size: 21.0cm (w) x 10.5cm (h)

Insert Text: Left blank for your personal message

Code: #TQ-001

Price: RM7.00 / per piece

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Love is in the Air

"As we grow older together, as we continue to change with age, there is one thing that will never change...I will always keep falling in love with you" - Karen Clodfelder

This card is perfect throughout the year and just because you want to send your love to that special someone.  Keep the spark alight...

Front Text: 'Promise' (bottom left hand corner) / 'Love' - 'You & Me' (top right hand corner)

Size: 14.8cm (w) x 10.4cm (h)

Fold: Landscape

Insert Text: 'I Love You'

Code: #Love-001

Price: RM7.00 / per piece

"Care deeply, love generously, kiss passionately, speak kindly, hug tightly, caress tenderly,..."

LOVE is a feeling that we experience in many ways towards the people around us.  It is an emotion that helps us to heal, to be stronger in heart, mind, and soul.  To those whom I send my unconditional love, receive it, and I in return accept their love in double-triple folds. 

This handmade card is great for Valentines Day, Anniversaries, or just expressing your love to that special person.

Front Text: 'Hugs & Kisses' (top right hand corner) / 'Wonderful You' (centre - right) / 'XOXOX' (bottom right hand corner)

Size: 21.1cm (w) x 10.3cm (h)

Fold: Landscape

Insert Text: 'You're the Best!'

Code: #Love-002

Price: RM8.00 / per piece

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First of Many...

This is the first of many handmade cards that I have created and will be creating.  I take pride in every individual piece of work that I create.  Enjoy...

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It is always sheer happiness in sharing your achievements with someone who really cares about you and in return, it is a pleasure when you celebrate his or her success.  This is a one of a kind card - no reproductions.  The theme sets with nature - the flower embellishments and tag (with a blue bird) adds texture and dimension to the card. 

Front Text: 'Congratulations' (top middle) / 'You Did It' (bottom right)

Size: 14.8cm (w) x 10.5cm (h)

Insert Text: '...on to bigger and better things'

Fold: Landscape

Code: #Cong.-001

Price: RM8.00 nett / per piece

The colours used will easily put the recipient into a wonderful mood.  Give it to a high school / college / university graduate, a friend who has just got promoted, or any congratulatory occassion.  The card comes with a matching envelope

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First Day Blogging

The ability to commit to blogging is like getting into a relationship.  Love, time, effort...  Of course, blogging would have its ups and downs - at times you'll feel inspired, while other times you would like any other than to seat in front of the screen typing away.  Well, my reason to start blogging is very simply.  It is to challenge myself and at some point of time to feel the sense of achievement, to grow in time as a writer, and to showcase what I enjoy doing during my free time - handmade greeting cards. 

In the last few days, I am proud to say that I have achieved in putting together my personal blog.  It may seem effortless to many, but if you come from a background not knowing anything about softwares, applications, and the list goes on - this would consider as an achievement.  So, 'hooray' to me - my diligence and perseverance have paid off.  A little more tweeking and it's all ready to go. 

"Don't be afraid to give your best to what seemingly are small jobs. Every time you conquer one it makes you that much stronger. If you do the little jobs well, the big ones will tend to take care of themselves..." - Dale Carnegie

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