10 DIY birthday cards ideas

Hand-making a birthday card is not a hard task with these 10 DIY birthday cards ideas that I have collected for you. Check them out!

If you are searching for the perfect gift on a birthday occasion, you do not need to worry much about special gift wrapping or a thoughtful gift card. Although there are plenty of gift cards available in-store, nothing is more beautiful than a personalized birthday card prepared by you! Hand-making a birthday card is not a hard task with these 10 DIY birthday cards ideas that I have collected for you below!

You do not need to be a crafty person to complete this task. Crafting these birthday cards is fun and easy. They do not need a lot of materials, and they can be accomplished with stationery items that you probably have at home. Furthermore, they are tweakable in many ways to fit the age of the person you are handing the card to.

As you read the lines below, you will find a detailed description of how to make these birthday cards ideas and what materials you will need. In a few minutes, you will end up with a nice handmade birthday card to offer along with your gift so that you can show them how much you care for them and appreciate them being part of your life.

Birthday candle card

Photo credit: www.confettidiaries.com

Look at the picture. Can it get any simpler? Get a carton with the color of your choice. Next, cut it in a rectangular or square shape. Then, heat one side of a candle so that a bit of wax melts and sticks to the carton. Finally, write down your personal message. If you are hesitant regarding your handwriting, simply print the message on the carton then cut it and stick the candle.

String balloon card

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As much as you get involved in designing a card from the outside to impress someone, designing the card from the inside will double the surprise effect. Cut colorful cartons or papers into banners and balloons shapes and stick them to the verso side of the card. Then add strings to create a hanging effect. Finally, write on the banners the message you want to communicate and your card is ready.

DIY Pop-up Card

How beautiful is this card from Oh Happy Day? As you can see, all you need are some colored cartons, scissors, and glue to complete it. Just follow the steps as detailed in her blog, and you will end up having a special and creative handmade Pop-up card.

DIY Banner Birthday Card

Photo credit: Martha Stewart

Just like the string balloon card, you can make a card with a banner only instead. Lay the strings as shown in the picture. Then cut the banner as per the number of the letter in “Happy Birthday”. Stick the banners and write down the message. Then your card will be ready!

Pompom birthday card

Photo credit: www.whitehousecrafts.net

You do not really need to stick to the same pattern for the background. Just make sure you create a contrast between the colors of the background and the color of the ice cream cone. Furthermore, learn how to make these pompoms in this video. Once they are ready, stick them to form the ice cream, and do not forget to write your personalized message!

Pop-up Birthday Cake Card

Photo credit: www.redtedart.com

Maggy from Red Ted Art is the creative mind behind this beautiful card. It takes a little bit of patience, and some steps detailed on her blog to follow and you will end up with this nice pop-up birthday cake card to offer to your beloved ones and wish them a very happy birthday!

Birthday Card Using Minimal Supplies

Photo credit: kwernerdesign

The photo says it all. You really do not need many supplies to finish off this card. With just a white carton, watercolors, and a black pen you will be able to accomplish this design.

On a square or rectangular carton, use watercolors to create a watermark of a gift wrap or a birthday cake. Next, use the black pen to draw the ribbon around the gift wrap or the candles on top of the cake. Do not forget about your personal message to the birthday person!

Birthday Card Accordion

Photo credit: happygoluckyblog

We’re not using cartons for this accordion. Instead, we are using colored envelopes. Why? Because for a very special person, one wish may not be enough. Therefore, with this card accordion, we will be able to insert different cards, with a card dedicated to every wish. Click on the link for the full details.

Cake Photo Frame Birthday Card

Photo credit: creabeacards.com

The picture speaks for itself. You need first to create the frame using a carton. Then draw the different layers of a cake on a brown carton and cut the layers. Next, stick the layers one on top of the other, and place the cake on a plate created with a carton. Do not forget about the colored candles. You can use colored paper or white paper and color them yourself. Finally, place the frame on top of them to create this nice cake photo frame.

Cupcake wrapper card

Photo credit: diycandy.com

Here is a colorful card. You need to choose a colored cupcake wrapper to start with. Next, you need to identify the colors of the cartons you will be using along with the candle. The string as well can be colorful just like the one you see in the picture. Make sure to follow all the steps in the tutorial for the perfect card.

Why offer a regular gift card when you can personalize it and add your special touch? Let your beloved ones how thoughtful you were as you crafted their birthday card and surprise them with one of these handmade cards on their birthdays. These birthday cards ideas can be easily tweaked to fit any occasion. Do not forget about making your gift stand out with creative gift wrapping. Check these 10 ideas for creative gift wrapping if you are looking for some hints!

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