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Saving the Written Word
If you’re not familiar with 30 Days of Giving and how you can receive this card, read about it HERE.
Good morning friends! I know I’m preaching to the choir but I have to tell you it feels good to be surrounded by like-minded people. As I thought more about crafting, which gives us so many varieties of cards to write in, I wondered — when did the change begin to happen? I do get an occasional card but not sure the last time I received a handwritten letter? Because there are so many ways to receive communication, I think our communication is typically brief these days. Any correspondence is definitely better than none and as long as it has the personal touch, it’s a keeper!
To win the card shown above you must leave a comment on this post. For today’s comment – when is the last time you received a handmade card, how about a handwritten letter?
The card that’s being given away today is shown above. Just a note – this is a card that has been shown before and there is a possibility that some of the supplies that were used are currently discontinued, no doubt there will be something you can substitute – have a look through my galleries for alternative ideas. Many things can still be found on the open market, just google and you’ll find that many retailers are still selling.
Stamps: JustRite Papercrafts – Chicken Soup Labels Four (Outside), Get Well Labels Twenty (Inside)
Paper: Neenah Classic Crest Smooth Natural White 80lb,
Ink: Amuse – Heather
Accessories:Spellbinders Grand Squares, Spellbinders Dainty Dots, Spellbinders Adorning Squares, Spellbinders Blossom Tags and Accents, Spellbinders Venetian Motifs, Get Well Labels Twenty, Spellbinders Venetian Accents, Ribbon flowers, May Arts Silk Ribbon, Recollections Pearls, Want2Scrap Pearls, Maya Roads Trinket Pin.png)
Happy Monday! See you tomorrow!
I can’t remember when I received a hand written letter. it was probably when my mom wrote me last 20 yrs ago. for cards, I just got a new knee and many of my card making an non card making friends dropped me a line with some very cute cards. this card today is so pretty. tfs.
I received a handmade card just 2 weeks ago from my pen pal in Florida. I’m sad to say it’s been so long since I’ve received a handwritten note that I can’t even remember it.
Hi Becca the last time a got a hand made card was two years ago and a letter was when my husband was in the army so that was 1969 how sad is that . Todays card is just great would love to win hugs linda
My last handmade card was for 4th of July from my longest friend from grade school! Needs less to say I didn’t get any done this year due to my husband getting a hip replacement and need extra TLC. This card you made had all my favorite song—purple-pearls-die cuts and embossing!
Hi Becca my last hand made card was from my sister for my birthday in March this year. She is so much like you in giving special cards. As for a handwritten letter it must be all of 30 years ago. People just don’t write letters anymore. So sad but with technology its at a push of a button. So enjoy your beautiful and inspiring cards. A true blessing.
The last handmade card I received was about three months ago, it was a thank you card. My husband hand wrote me a letter two weeks ago.
One more gorgeous creation here today Becca, it´s just gorgeous.
I honestly can´t remember, when I got a hand written letter, but I´m soo lucky to have a bunch of great craftfriends, who always send me nice and handwritten cards for my birthday and for christmas, and I´ve also gott more, all the times, I´ve been into the hospital too, so I do have a huge box of lovely cards, that I sometimes tip out on the table and start reading all over again, or also some times, if I need a little crafty inspiration as well, cause there´s a whole load of great inspiration in all these. And I have saved all cards, that I´ve ever got from friends and family, so it´s quite a few over the last 56 years ha ha.
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Another beautiful card. Yes I agree with you, we don’t communicate with the written word much anymore. The last time I received notes or letters was on my birthday in May. It usually takes a special occasion to receive or send a note or letter. I think I’ll surprise someone and just send one (in a card) for no special reason other than “I Love you”. Actually that is a reason too.
Such a very lovely card again Becca,
I had a card and a hand written letter only this morning,it was such a joy,and now i am going to make a card and wright a little letter back as a way of saying Thank You .
Take Care.
Elaine H X
Love love your card…I just drool looking at all you do….your so amazing!! Got hand written thank you about 2weeks ago. Handmade card about a yr ago. Thanks again for offering this.
Wonderful card! I love your work!
Another beautiful card. I love the purple flowers and the pearls. The last time I received a handmade card was in January for my birthday. One of my stamping pen pals sent me a beautiful card – purple by the way – with lovely butterflies. Early this summer I received notes from two high school graduates thanking us for our gifts and for attending their parties.
Gosh, I can’t remember the last time I received a hand written card. But I love to send them to people in my church that are going through an illness, hard times or just a cheery hello. It is sad to see this method of reaching out go away. As always, your card is simply beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing your talent with us.
Lovely card!
Two days ago. My sister-in-law sent a birthday card to my husband. She included a handwritten note. This year I started sending a “month” card to her. The card would have the month either stamped or die cut on it. She really enjoys receiving them. Got to go make my July card now!
the ladies at our church make cards for everyones birthday and anniversary. Not nearly as intricate as yours but just as thoughtful! So I received one last month for my birthday.
The last time I received a handmade card was February for my birthday. My 92 year old aunt sent me a letter in March with a picture of her as a child! As always today’s card is beautiful.
Oh gosh, I really hate to admit it, but I cannot remember the last time someone gave me a handwritten card!
This is the card I’ve been waiting for. I want to Make a special card for a special friend and I wanted it to be in whites. Thanks. It reminds me of a special “sister ” card that I received in the past. Have a blessed day.
I think the last handwritten letter I received was from my mother 25 years ago and I still have all her letters.
Last Hand made card I think was last Christmas.
Another beatiful card from you! Thanks.
I haven’t received a hand written letter in more than twenty years. However, I did received a 4th of July handmade card from a friend this weekend. I was very exciting in receiving it. Now you and my dear friend had inspired me to also mail out all of my handmade cards to family and friends. Thank you!
I have several friends that make handmade cards. (I got them all started making cards.) So I am lucky to get handmade cards often. I love seeing their ideas. I love, love, love all your cards. I would be honored to have one.
Last year my sweetheart was enduring can er treatments that almost killed him. (Literally) he and I got many handmade cards. I think the latest for me was a birthday card, in January. I love getting cards of all kind. But the hand made ones are always keepers! Thanks Becca.
I love this card. Thank you for ideas and encouragement in my card making. I think I may have received a hand made card for my Birthday in March…but I can’t remember the last time I wore or received a hand written note or letter……so sad…I need to seriously think about changing that.
Last year, I was blessed to receive a beautiful hand made birthday card with a lovely and colorful Zentangle design.
We receive a hand written letter about once a month from a young man on death row.
I will not explain the whole relationship, but he has PTSD.
Such beautiful cards, Becca.
I received a handmade card a few weeks ago as an example of an easel card I was to make to enter a card challenge. Since my friends are not cardmakers I do not get handmade cards. A written letter – I can’t remember when I have received one of those. Love this card.
Oh this card is simply gorgeous Becca! I just love pearl swirls, but usually have trouble finding the right place to put them. I’ll have to work on that more.
The last time I received a hand made card was last Friday. I’m in a card swap with Card Making Tips and my July buddy sent me a beautiful card. She spent a lot of time making it too.
As to a handwritten letter, I can’t remember the last time for that one! Sadly, we rarely write letters anymore.
Hugs,
Judy
This is one of my favorite cards! Such a gentle frame for a heart felt message! So versatile by changing colors and message. You are the best mentor!
I received a handmade Mother’s Day card from my friend whom I got hooked on making cards. I love homemade cards.
I received a short hand written note with an article not too long ago. It was a letter but it was still a treat to receive it in the mail. When I was little I looked forward to getting a letter and a card from my brother who is quite a bit older then I am.
Another beautiful card! Last handmade card – a wedding invitation from my nephew’s, then, fiance. Last handwritten letter – I get one or two a year from one of my grandmothers. My other grandmother did the same – I still have almost every one she ever sent to me. She had beautiful cursive handwriting.
Beautiful card! I received a hand-made birthday card in April with a hand written poem. These are especially precious because the person took time to find the poem and then hand write it in the card she made. Thanks again for the contest.
Boy that a tough one to answer, because I don’t know how long it has been, a very long time since I have received a letter, I guess I can’t even think when it was hand written , a typed with a handwritten signature , if that counts and I don’t think that counts. I did receive a couple of handmade cards from friends at Christmas so that helps some. But with the last couple of days in reading your blog it has really open my heart and soul to start thinking how important it is to reach out to family and friends. Now I off to find a card and send! I think I have a few in my stash!
Hugs and God Bless,
Gretchen
Something about this card makes me want to put my feet up & have some tea! Another gorgeous creation!
Sadly the last time somebody wrote me a letter was probably my late grandmother who lived in another country before emails were commonly used. I don’t think I have ever received a handmade card other than from my own children.
Becca girl,
I don’t remember this card before either but it took my breath away. I guess I have told you many times that white on white is one of my favs. This with the purple details is ……………
just…..I don’t know what to say…impeccable!!!! Even as a get well type card, I would still love to get this one!!!! Ofcourse, I would never give it away!
Hugs,
Mstgane
Ann Robbins
I forgot to say that I got a handwritten note from my Sis with a check for my campaign as I am running for MAYOR of our town an the note said, “WISH IT COULD BE MORE.” Isn’t that sweet?
I see you used purple on this card. I know you don’t particularly like purple, but I think you did a beautiful job on it. Thanks for the chance to win it.
A lady I attend church with makes beautiful cards. She gives them at Christmas and birthdays. She even puts the greeting on the inside with a piece of paper and temporary tape so that you can take that greeting out and put another greeting in and send the card to someone you know. The ladies at church love this!
I received a handmade card two years ago from a blog friend. None of my friends or family make cards. As for a letter, sad to say I’ve lost track of when I last received one as its been ages.
The last time I received a had made card was on my birthday the end of May. My cardmaking friends sent me some beautiful handmade creations. Oh, how I love getting these beauties! Love your card today, Becca……..simple but elegant!
I get handmade cards from my friend, not sure when I last recieved a hand written letter. My mom aways used to write my daughter once a year a long encouragement letter. She thought it was important to have something personal from her to my daughter.
This card is simply divine. I do not remember when I received a hand written card in the near past. In fact I have given away to many. I did get a small handwritten letter from a friend and it was indeed so touching.
Lovely card Becca! I haven’t received a handmade cards for years. I have received lovely handwritten thank you graduation gift notes from former second grades students after invitations to their graduation parties. These notes ate not of any length, but always say sweet things . The handwritten notes are appreciated.
I received a few handmade cards for Christmas and one card since. Lovely memories!
Such a lovely card!
I have an aunt that sends me a handwritten letter once a year. That’s pretty much it.
Good morning Becca. I remember when you posted this beautiful card. My sister and I actually tried to make it together on a little crafting day we had together when she came to visit me in Canada. The last handwritten letter was from my daughter when she was at school in England for a year which was 11 years ago. I received a handmade card for my birthday from my niece for my birthday in April. I always make handmade birthday cards for my whole family and friends and I make them specific to the person receiving them and put a lot of thought into the design. It is my little gift to them.
About a week ago I received a handmade card from an 86 year old friend in California. We are neighbors during the winter months and during the summers when we are 2300 miles apart, we exchange cards or die cuts that we think the other would like. Included with the card is always a little handwritten note. Although we also talk on the phone at least once a month, the cards are a hobby that we both enjoy together. They help us stay connected all year.
Saturday I received a thank you note for a baby shower present. It has been a while since I got anything hand written!
Sadly its been a long time since I have received a handwritten letter. About 9 years ago when my husband was in Iraq. But I have kept every letter throughout his 24 years of military service. A handmade card- a couple of months ago. Even though I don’t get many handmade, all that I send out are made with love.
This card is beautiful. I love the white on white with a touch of my favorite color. I am fortunate to have several pen pals for the past 9 years. Not only do I receive wonderful cards but hand written letters or notes are inside. I also just received a thank you card from a daughter of a friend who graduated high school. Inside she wrote a beautiful thank you for the card that I had made. I saw very pleasantly surprised.
I received a lovely handwritten note after chairing an after funeral reception at our church this past fall. The last handmade cards I received was last Christmas from a group of stamping friends and former stamping students. I send a lot of handmade cards with notes in them for birthdays, anniversaries, get well, cheer, sympathy, and thinking of you cards and also make sure my daughter, daughter-in-law and some elderly friends have my cards on hand when they want to send a card. Becca, your cards are always so elegant, beautiful and works of art!!
I received a homemade card and some stand up postcards just last week. Very pretty items.
Happy Monday Becca,
Your card is lovely ! I am so blessed to have friends that make gorgeous cards so I receive hand made cards with hand written sentiments often and I love them. It has bee a long time since I received a hand written letter. It seems it is easier and quicker to text then send a letter.
My husband and I both worked as civilians on an Army Base up in No. California for many years. That is were we met and later married. We established many wonderful friendship through the years we were there and then in the early 90’s when several bases were closed, ours being one of them, hubby and I were transferred to So. California. We stayed in contact with several of them through the years, but one stands out the most. He and I still write to each other every year at Christmas. Since we have known each other for over 40 years now, but haven’t seen each other for over 20 we still stay in touch at Christmas thru our annual letters recapping all the major events that transpired with our families throughout the year. I have to say, hubby and I really look forward to Bill’s letter every year and I love writing mine to him and his family as well. It saddens me to think that that is in fact the only written correspondence that we actually do any more. Like most, we send cards with short little notes on them, or we stay in contact by social media or phone calls, but it not the same. Just not as personal as the letters that Bill and I have exchanged through the many years and my hubby and I really look forward to our Christmas card with our letter inside it.
Marcie
The last hand made card I got was this past Mother’s day from a friend of mine who has just started making cards. It was a CAS card but very thoughtful of her to make it for me. I just love purple and so your purple flowers and bow really made me smile today.
I received several hand made cards last week for my birthday! Obviously I have like minded card making friends. I think the last hand written letter I received was at Christmas. I have a couple of friends who are not “computerized,” no e-mail, so we write real letters!
Gorgeous card featured, the pearls really add a lot. Thanks for sharing your talents.
I would have loved to get this card after my surgery last year! It’s beautiful. I think the last handmade card I got was Christmas 2 years ago, and then only because I sent them one first (I make all my cards to send). As far as a handwritten letter or note, probably not for a couple years and then only at Christmas. But my one friend who always wrote passed away last year, so didn’t get any last Christmas.
I received a lovely handwritten note from a friend to whom I had given a handmade card. Two friends got me into stamping & we exchange cards. We have so much fun when we get our stamps & creative juices together (& a little wine!). The last handmade cards I received were ones I made myself — handmade wedding & bridal shower invitations from my future niece!
I last received a handmade card at Easter but do not remember when I last had a handwritten letter!!
I’m blessed to have friends who make cards. I received 3 about a month ago after having surgery.
Carol b
Becca, today’s wonderful card would bring peace, healing and gratitude to any soul. It is gor-geo-us.
Now, the last handmade card I received was about 4 Christmases ago with a sweet hand written note on the inside giving me a news update. The last hand written letter I received was from my dear Mum in Dec. 2003 shortly after that she transferred to a nursing home near me and I saw her practically every day, so no need to write. God love her she slipped quietly away to her eternal rest on 21st Jan. 2005.
Sad isn’t it that so few of us bother to ‘write’ these days. Unfortunately due to arthritis my letters can’t run to pages and pages anymore! Perhaps that just as well!
May God bless you always for the pleasure and joy you spread.
Good morning, Becca!
The last hand made card I received was from my friend early last month. A group of us went to lunch to celebrate her birthday. Since we alre all crafters, we each made her a birthday card. She turned around & made each of us a thank you card. How sweet was that?
As far as a hand-written letter goes, I receive one each Christmas from a friend of my parents. She writes a letter & sends it inside her Christmas card. I in turn do the same for her. That way we know what has been happening in each other’s lives during the year.
My aunt used to write me before she passed away. She refused to use a computer, but continued to hand write notes. Otherwise, the rest of us write notes on the computer most of the time.
I do belong to a Calligraphy group in my community. All of our cards must contain hand-written Calligraphy. I must say, some of those ladies have beautiful! handwriting.
My BFF that taught be stamping some 30 years ago still sends handmade cards with a letter in each one. What a role model.
Good morning Becca, my crafty friend sent me a hand made card for my birthday in March.
A letter however would be Oh my goodness!!! from my friend is it that long ago? 40 years!!! No it can’t be!!! I was 18 and we wrote to one another while at work!!!( don’t tell
anyone) :) Sadly my friend past aged 21 in a really bad car accident.I miss her everyday
but will read her letters and it makes me smile, laugh, cry and all the other emotions
it makes me feel good to know she held the writing paper and envelope. Happy days!!!
Your card is a little gem!!!
Bless you Becca!!!
Have a good one!!!
Loopy Lynda xxx
This card is absolutely beautiful. The last time I received a hand written letter was this last January or February when I was spending the winter in Arizona. What a delight. Makes one feel really special.
Good morning Becca,I believe the last time I received a hand written note was a few years ago from the beautiful lady that got me started on making cards.I first meet her at church and we soon became like mother and daughter.
She went on vacation to visit her daughter in Colorado for a few weeks and when she was gone see sent me one of her cards with a hand written letter telling we of her trip and how cold it was there.We both live in warn Florida.
Your card today is simply elegant,love the colors.It looks so soft and feminine.
Have a blessed day.Katherine
Well it has been over 1 year since I received a hand made card, and what my sister did was take the card I made her cut off the front and added it to another card, I am the one usually making the cards and sending them I do not get ones myself.
Good morning Miss Becca…I actually just received a handmade card last month from a wonderful lady in Georgia. And, not only that, she sent it “just because”…..
Hi Becca, beautiful card.
The last handmade card was at Christmas most of my crafty friends send them.
The last handwritten letter was also at Christmas from a dear friend who writes once a year and yes I did reply in writing.
I recieved a hand made card 6 weeks ago when I had shoulder surgery.I belong to a stamp club, and these ladies are the only ones I know that send out cards that are hand made.Love recieving them!!!And especially love sending !!!
As for a hand written letter…bet its been over 20 yrs since I have recieved one.Its a thing of the past.
Last handmade card recieved and last handwritten letter received were both Christmas. Lovely card as always.
The last time I received a handmade card was over a year ago! Sadly, too many people don’t write letters anymore! I really miss receiving a long, handwritten letter in the mail. A cup of coffee and the letter would start my day on a good note!!!
LOVE this amazing card!!! TFS!
I best written letter I have ever received was a thank you letter from my nephew following his graduation from seminary. He expressed heartfelt thanks for my support of him during his long road to becoming a pastor. That was almost 11 years ago and I still get tears in my eyes just thinking about it!
Another stunning card. You really are giving us a treat every day!
I received a handmade card this week! I run a group at our Church teaching cardmaking and this was a card from one of the ladies there.
I also received a beautiful handwritten letter three months ago. I shall cherish it!
Hugs
Anne (UK) x
The last time I got a handwritten letter (actually two of them) was Mother’s Day, when both my boys wrote me a letter of appreciation and wrote about their favorite “mother” memories through the years. You’re right, I get quite a few cards with short, handwritten notes inside, but very frequently do I get actual handwritten letters, so these two were especially treasured. Your card is beautiful, as always.
I received my card for my Birthday. My sister and I are card makers with totally different styles.
Beautiful card!!! I received a handmade card for my birthday in February from someone who I actually got into card making! It is a beautiful card and I was so excited to receive it! I received a hand written letter from a friend a couple of months ago. Have a beautiful day!
The design and colors in this card are so elegant! Thanks for stimulating more inspiration~
Handmade card- last Christmas
Handwritten letter- about a month ago (from Mom). Mom doesn’t text and doesn’t own a computer.
The last time I received a handwritten letter was in 2013 I received a letter from my grandson, who had gotten into some trouble and he wrote me. I have never received a handmade card.
Becca, I LOVE your cards!!! They are all gorgeous!!! It would be an HONOR to have one of your cards!! As for receiving a handmade card or a handwritten letter — a card about 3 years ago, a friend from Canada wanting to show me what she made with a new die she got!! We met in FL about 5 years ago and were together a couple of months in an RV park. I actually got her started with the Big Shot and making cards!!! And she was excited about what she made! It was BEAUTIFUL! As for a handwritten letter, can’t remember the last one I received!!! I DON’T get much personal mail here at all!!! YOU have a beautiful day!!! Hugs
Bekka this card is gorgeous!!! I love how the layers compliment each other so well.
The last homemade card i received was on Christmas… and I generally receive handwritten notes in several cards. Does that count?
My pen pal and I exchanged HUGE/LONG letters to each other since 1947 but when we got techy we changed to email. Her DH mentioned we should have saved all those letters – they would be at least 8 pages long. We had so much in common: exchanged recipes/pictures and have exchanged gifts for our b’days and Christmas ever since. It had to be handmade gifts but then we both went to college/married/raised fammilies/got jobs and it changed. We both have twin granddaughters who are in their teens now. I still send her handmade gifts. Hoping I win your card as I love all your creations.
I received a dozen or more handmade & handwritten sentiments fro my Birthday recently. Love your card, Becca!
The last time I received a handmade card was probably in February …. on my birthday. I can’t remember when I got an actual letter! Thanks for the thought-provoking subject!
I am so blessed to have children who always make me the most wonderful cards for birthdays & mother’s day (which is what I received last). As for a handwritten letter? Gee I can’t even remember when last I received one of those!(Though I do have a few precious ones stored: mom & dad’s love letters to each other, letters from grandparents & a few very special cards from my husband) xx
Hello Becca,
As always, your cards really make my heart sing, I love them! Thanks so much for having this 30 days of giving, I think this is my first time commenting due to some health issues…
I think it’s been a good 8 months since I received a hand-written note, and it was from a friend who moved away and I had given her a hand-made card with a note in it to say goodbye, and to express my gratitude for her friendship. I received a note from this sweet friend, and due to special circumstances, it was so wonderful to hear from her. Please pray for my friend–God knows her circumstances that I cannot list, she is a Child of the King!
I totally agree, we need to keep the ART of letter-writing alive! My grandmother who is now in heaven for the past 11 years was a fantastic letter-writer, and I wish I had kept all of her letters, they would mean so much to me now!
Thank you for your beautiful, generous heart, so evident in all that you do, Becca! I’m so sorry that your stamps are no longer available, I have most of them and will hunt down the couple I could not buy–your new flower one and the pay it forward, I think I have the rest including all of your sets in your kits. And I am grateful for all that I already have, so if I don’t find the others, then I am already VERY blessed!!! :) Hoping you will be creating more gorgeous stamps with another company as God opens the doors. How grateful we are to have your stamps, no one creates such beautiful stamps, and I love each set. Thank you!!! :)
Blessings,
Joanne
Becca, this card is lovely with its gorgeous purple bouquet. lacy layers and pearls! Purple is one of my favorite colors.
I had to do quite a rewind to recall receiving a handwritten letter. I’m sure the last came from my grandmother. Though we spoke on the phone regularly, my grandparents and I corresponded by letter often. In fact, Grandpa insisted that every card include a letter—-not just a note below the printed greeting. They lived life at a slower pace, never using a computer or a cell phone.
In a more positive vein, I receive lots of handmade cards and handwritten notes from the sweet fourth graders I teach. I never tire of receiving them and make it a point to write back. We also write notes to thank the cafeteria staff for good lunches, to express gratitude to field trip sponsors, and to thank our music teacher for special programs. It is sweet to see gratitude through the eyes of a child.
Another beautiful card! We receive handwritten letters once a week from my husband’s 94 year old sister. She is a widow living in her own home and does all of her own cleaning, cooking, and personal correspondence. An amazing lady!
Lovely card!! The last time I received a handmade card was last halloween and the last handwritten letter was just a couple of days ago!
My last homemade card is from my friend in New Zealand. We always exchange cards for birthdays, holidays, or just notes. In fact my friend was instrumental getting me interested in wonderful hobby. Lots of inspiring friends as well. I keep them all.
How can each of your cards be more beautiful than the previous one?! We received a handwritten thank you from a neighbor who we keep tabs on and my husband takes her yard debris away when he hauls ours. It was a very nice thank you.
I received a thank you card last week from a friend! Have given several since last week and getting ready to mail 2 more this week.
Gorgeous card Becca…would love to be the one to win it! Am I to look somewhere special to see the daily winners?
Paper Hugs,
Jan
Oops…got a thank you card last week…forgot to mention when I received a handwritten letter…because it has been at least 3 months ago!!!
Paper Hugs,
Jan
My Husband Brian made me a card for Mothers Day. it was Beautiful. you have made a Beautiful card. Love the layering. thanks for sharing
Hi Becca. Handwritten letter? If you mean a long correspondence, probably not for several years, postcards – only a few weeks ago & a thank you letter – that would be January. As for a handmade card, it would depend on your definition of handmade. The kind shared on blogs – I might give them out regularly but I have not actually received one myself for several years but a hand-drawn ‘scribble’ loving created by a child, that would be last March for my birthday.
Today’s card is lovely, Becca!
I have not received a handwritten letter for many years, but handmade cards are more likely to arrive in the mailbox. Last time was on my birthday. I am blessed with friends sending me handmade greetings both for Christmas and other special occasions :))
The colors on this card are just gorgeous! That plum color with the cream is just yummy.
I have received several hand made cards from a girlfriend for birthday and Christmas. But as for an actual letter, why, it’s been so long I just can’t remember. One of my sisters still sends me hand written thank you notes, and they are dear to me.
I love the pretty purple flowers on today’s card!
The last time I received a handmade card was probably about a week ago, as I received one for the 4th of July from a friend. But it’s been a little bit longer then that for a hand written letter, I’d say …..years. I however send then semi-frequently.
Hi Becca, I receive very few handmade cards. The last one I received was at Christmas from a cousin in Australia who usually makes a card out of her latest family photo and includes a general update on family life which done on the computer and goes out to everyone. My last handwritten letter was from my aunt to thank me for having her son to stay with us when he came over on holiday from Australia. A lovely letter it was too, as can be said for your card!
Hi there. The last letter I received was years ago from my nephew who was in boot camp at the time. He was killed in an accident sometime after that so his letters are so dear to my heart. I love your beautiful cards. They inspire me so much in my card making. Thanks for sharing.
The last time I received a handmade card was on my Birthday June 1. The last time I received a hand written letter was in June as well. It was from my uncle in Pennsylvania who Visited a few weeks before. I had not seen him in 0ver 40 years and he came to Arkansas to visit my father. I will cherish his letter as well as all handmade cards I receive. I never discard them!
Today’s card is another beauty. You have much talent. I received a handmade canvas from my daughter on mother’s day that incorporated my grandkids’ handprints. What an unexpected treasure!
Oh my this is absolutely lovely and it’s PURPLE!!! This has all the elements I love, right down to the sentiment lol…
My last handmade card was in December from a sweet friend I made in the craft community and I know another one is on its way literally from her. My last handmade letter was from my husband and that’s years ago… wow! :-)
Thanks
{{hugs}} Steff
Becca, what a thought-provoking give-away this has been and we are only on Day 6! Showing me their new-found creative skills, my crafty friends periodically mail handmade cards. An entire handwritten letter? The closest that I have received of this communcations genre during the past couple of decades has been emails in cursive fonts.
Becca I want to apologize for not leaving a comment on the card for the day. I get so into addressing the thought that I forget to say how beautiful all your cards have been for each day. You just inspire me with your creations. I received a handwritten letter thanking me for a visit from my daughter’s Mother in Law. She is such a delight in person and her written letters are just as delightful. She is from England so you can imagine her words and I enjoy them as if she is speaking to me with her remarkable accent. Its such a joy. Thank you for all you do Becca-your are such a beautiful person both outside and inside.
Absolutely stunning card!
The last time I received a handmade card was for my birthday in March – in fact I had quite a few since I have lots of ‘craft’ friends! That was also the last time I had a handwritten letter since one of my friends, who lives quite a long distance away and who I don’t see very often, included a letter. Her cards are always made with photographs she has taken of the beautiful area in which she lives so, in a way, they are handmade too.
Doreen R from Bournemouth UK
Like most everyone that has commented, I can’t even remember the last time I got a real handwritten letter. Probably 30yrs or so before my mother died. The last handmade card I got was an invitation to a baby shower a few weeks ago. Before that it was probably last Christmas.
Thinking about all this it makes you want to write a letter to someone and surprise them doesn’t it. Back in the 70’s 80’s, I used to have 50 pen pals from all over the world. I had to keep a ledger of when I received a letter from them, when I wrote back and what I talked about in the letter.
Does anyone remember the little magazines that you could buy that were pen pal mag’s. You could write a little about yourself and ask for pen pals. Or you could pick someone out that had written and write to them. I believe there were two different ones and I have saved just one from back then. I can’t remember the names of them—does any one else happen to? Oh, and sometimes someone would write in and ask for people to send a shower of cards to a particular person for their birthday or because they were sick. I would love to have a magazine like this back again.
I received 2 gorgeous handmade cards 3 weeks ago for my birthday! I couldn’t tell you when a handwritten letter, no idea! Another amazing card today!
Beautiful card, Becca! It has been quite some time since I have received a hand made card and even longer since receiving a hand written letter. I received a hand made card for a thank you about a year and a half ago. Although I make and send cards all the time most people I know don’t. It always is such a joy to receive hand made cards and hand written letters. I am saddened that it seems to be giving way to technology. I believe there is room for both in the world!
Wow….such a gorgeous card!!
Sadly it has been so many years since I have received a hand written letter that I don’t even remember when or who it was from.
As for a handmade card, I received one this past Christmas from a dear friend. I so love a handmade card….to know that someone went to that much trouble to make a card for ME….such an awesome feeling.
I don’t think true crafters will ever give up making things by hand. Manufactured cards etc have always been around but crafters have also always been around. I used to manage a Hallmark store and I was always encouraging people to add their own touch….sparkles, bows, sequins. My customers loved that.
Well I got a hand written note in a card on my birthday last September . Very pretty card today. Thanks for simulating my creativity with all this chating about what we’ve been missing and forgetting about. It has really made me think about the things we are loosing with technology.
Great.Very air that inspired me in the creation of their projects. Thank you.
So elegant, always a joy to see your creations!
I last received a hand made card two weeks ago on the 2nd anniversary of my husband’s passing. It was precious and the sentiment touched me deeply. I can’t remember the last hand written letter I’ve received, but have been going through boxes of saved letters from 45 + years ago and have been so enjoying re-reading some of them from special people in my life at that time. I have found it great fun to share the contents of the letter with the person who sent it to me. They’re always surprised I still have it and are filled with anticipation of what they wrote! Love your work, Becca! It’s always an inspiration to me. Thank you for sharing your passion with us readers. Card today is another stunner!
Lovely and elegant as always… I honestly can’t remember when the last time I received either a handmade card or a handwritten note! I guess we need to continue to be examples of His grace and love. God bless you Becca
We received a handwritten note last month from our daughter. As a writer, she’s a big advocate of the handwritten note/card. They are treasured. I haven’t received a handmade card in a long time.
Absolutely love today’s card Becca and it would be a perfect card to give to my sister-in-law that just came home Saturday from a two-week hospital stay. She loves all the handmade cards that I make for her and her husband and I’m sure she’d be thrilled to get this one too. The last time I received a handmade card was about one month ago. I had a couple of friends over to stamp and I had sent them each a message that they were to bring their own bagged lunch and I was going to provide dessert. Well, one of the friends never read the message, so my husband when out and bought her a sandwich, which she was very grateful for. I honestly can’t even remember when the last time was that I received a hand written letter.
Two weeks ago. A friend of minds sent me two beautiful cards just to say she was thinking about me. As far as written letters
some months back. She sent me some pictures of her grandson and a letter was in there.
the last I received a hand made card was in January for my birthday, hand written letter don’t know. Christine S (Cavada)
Hi Becca. Love this stunning card and the gorgeous dies you have used. The last handmade card I received was on my Birthday in May :-) Sadly I can’t remember the last handwritten letter I received, but I did get a handwritten postcard from my parents in April when they stayed in Cornwall – does that count? Lol :-)) Hugs xxx
so much happiness getting a homemade card with handwritten message.
I received a handmade birthday card from my sister-in-law in February. She has started card making but alas we cannot share our craft since we live at opposite ends of the country.
I simply cannot recall when I last received a handwritten letter. Decade(s) ago?
Today’s card is breath taking! I haven’t received a handmade card in several years, not to mention a handwritten letter. With computers and email, handwritten letters seem to be extinct and a thing of the past. I would be honored to receive today’s card or for that matter, any card created you Becca!
What an absolutely gorgeous card. I have a friend that sends homemade cards a couple of times a year and recently received a couple of hand written Thank You notes. They are on my fridge!!
I received a handmade card at Christmas time. Your cards are so pretty…thanks for sharing with us!
I received a hand made card for Easter. My sister makes beUtiful cards.
This card is so pretty. Love the soft look.
This almost made me laugh. The last homemade card I received was a thank you from my church for the work we do. We make cards for various uses by our church. Many go to the nursing home, but we also make cards for our staff to use. I think I received one of the cards I made for them. :-) I must say your talents FAR exceed mine, so I’d love to receive any of yours.
Stunning card today !About a month ago I received a gorgeous handmade card from a lady in the UK whom every Tuesday shows a magnificent card on her blog and I commented that I love that particular card so much as it was in gold colours and we celebrated our golden wedding anniversary!So she send me this card with a hand written message!! We were total strangers,It brought tears to my eyes! We now correspond weekly!!Take care Jane B.
The last handwritten letter I received was just last week from my mother-in-law who lives in another state. The last handmade card I received was probably for my birthday in April. Thank you for encouraging us to keep the written word alive and well in this day of technology.
LOL!!!! I only have ONE FRIEND who makes cards & she lives far away & has health issues, so she doesn’t send me a card very often! I’m lucky if I get a card at Christmas. It’s been YEARS since I’ve heard from her!!! Other than that, ONLY if I get a surprise card from a DT Member somewhere. The last one? That would be sometime last year. The last hand written letter has been even longer…..I don’t remember when that was. LOL I WISH I had friends that liked to “keep the written word” like you Becca! What a treat that would be!!! :)
Beautiful card, Becca – as usual! And, unfortunately, I have a good friend who this would go to right now – and we certainly wish her rest, recuperation and a speedy recovery. To answer your question – I received my last handmade card(S) on FRIDAY – yep – 4 in the mail – 2 for a monthly swap I do with my sister and her sister-in-law, and 2 for 4th of July. So it was a wonderful day, because any day you receive a handmade card is made extra special as a result!
Hi Becca, Another stunning card, gorgeous colours, fabulous die-cuts and stunning flowers. I love it !!
I can’t remember the last time I received a handwritten letter, or any letter really, and the last time I received a handmade card was last Christmas from a friend who also makes cards.
Lots of love from Patricia xx
Oh, this is a topic I can warm to! I heartily agree that genuine communication has suffered from such abbreviated and convenient methods available with technology.
But! the last hand made card I received was for my birthday in May. My wonderful niece always sends a handmade card — and writes lovely things inside. When she was young, I introduced her to stamping and it turns out she is quite talented. I think it has given her a depth of thought in the process.
AND! Just last week I received a handwritten letter. Can you believe it?? I give several small scholarships to high school students each year in memory of our son. One of the recipients parents wrote the loveliest letter telling me all about her daughter and what she is doing in the summer and her college plans. Let me tell you….it was such a thrill to read!!
Thank you for all you do that inspires lovely creations in which to bless others with our thoughts and encouragements. It is very meaningful!!
Hi Becca
Visit your blog every day and love everything you do. Carry on with all your inspiring work. Xx
I keep in touch with a dear old lady of 92, an old friend of my mum’s. She lives 200 miles from me and four times a year she writes to me, so I am lucky in that respect. I respond with a hand made card for her, coupled with a hand written note. I also visit her once or twice a year when I visit my sister, and take her some of my cards because I know she likes them. I guess I am more fortunate than many . Another beautiful card Becca. I am loving this 30 Days Of Giving! Hugs Christine xx
Hi Becca
I never receive any handmade cards, I’m the one that gives them, however my 12 year old grand daughter has just started making them so more than likely will receive one from her in the future. She does leave me little handwritten notes when she visits which is really nice. I love your cards they are really beautiful.
Kind Regards
Kerryn
My last handmade card was received this past Mother’s Day, the last hand written letter…. I cannot remember when I last received one.
Blessings
Maxine
The only handmade cards I have received are the ones my children made for me when they were young and my class of pre school children. How much better can you get. I would love to receive from an adult a homemade card but non of my friends do crafty things. I still get handwritten letters.
Becca, you always perfectly do a monochromatic or white-on-white card; they always look so elegant.
I think the last handwritten card I received was at Christmas…and I seem to receive less and less every year. I am trying to randomly send out handmade cards just to say hello
Hello Becca my name is Tamara and I’m from Holland.. I’m just starting to follow you on isg and pinterest and here.. I love youre cards and just bought spellbinders dies and gold paper so i can make cards like yours… I’m not good as you and thats ok because i’m not you lol..
I cannot participate in youre give a way cards because i live in Holland but its nice to see that you have a 30 days of giving.
Keep on making cards and blessing people.
Woth love and blessings. Tamara
And my latest card i recieved is from my mother with a present. She also made cards for years. And the latest handwritting letter we, my husband and i recieved is from our sponsor childeren from India and Bolivia… Soooooo cute to recieve letters and cards and photos from them.. Xxx
Mother’s day was the last time I received a handmade card. I am a card maker & have taught my grandchildren to make their cards for famiy & friends. They love making them & I really enjoy receiving them.
The last handwritten letter I received was at the Christma holidays.
Love all your cards. They are beautiful.
Oooh, I could so use this card! I broke my ankle over the weekend and it is probably going to need surgery. Rest and recuperate are going to be the watchwords of the summer!
And as for handwritten letters, I’m expecting some very soon. Our church members are quite generous that way. They are the best!
Thanks, Becca for all you are doing to brighten our days as we remember and give thanks….and for your spectacular contributions. Perfectly lovely!
I have starting making cards the past couple of years, and have been so inspired by you Becca! We have lost contact with reality by having everything on computer screens and phones. Rarely are pictures developed any more or hand written letters sent. It seems this world is so technology oriented these days and everything is disposable and easily replaced. It’s nice to try to keep up the dying art of handmade from the heart cards letters and actually printing pictures and scrapbooking them or putting them in an album. Society today is in too much of a hurry. just my thoughts!
The last time I received a handmade card was 2 yrs ago for Christmas…a handwritten letter would be years. You are right..people are so busy usually they use the fastest possible means of communication, I’m afraid I often do the same. Love your work..your cards are incredibly beautiful.
Hi Becca, I just love today’s card and all the others as well. My 7 year old grandson makes me lovely cards, he is very talented, a chip off the old block you would say. This Easter my card was a big Girrafe with googly eyes and a banana hanging from the bottom of the card.
Rene from OX xx
I just love seeing everything that you make you inspire me to make cards all the time. The last time I received a hand made card was for my birthday in June. I love semding jus because or thinking of you cards as people aren’t expecting then just so they know someone is thinking about them.
I can easily remember the last time I received a hand made card as I had just come out of hospital after being sick for about six weeks. You are right about the communication being much easier sending txt messages or emails, but I love writing letters and especially love making cards to send to people. Love this card, and would love to receive it in the mail :)
Becca today’s card is just delightful and would love to actually hold this one. I would have to be one of the lucky people as I received 35 handmade cards for my birthday in April. with some of them hand written letters inside. I just love them and have never bought a card since I started crafting, always a handmade card is given.
Hugs Trish.
The card is absolutely beautiful Becca. I have received a hand made card from my 7 yr old granddaughter who loves to scrap with me. We can spend hours together doing this. I do receive hand written cards from my sisters and brother. How wonderful is that! There is so many who do not get any cards, but my family and friends always get handmade cards. I just gave my office manager one the other day and she commented it is the most beautiful card she has ever gotten. This makes the card making worth it that someone gets so much joy out of one.
You have been an inspiration to many over the years. Your work is some the best that I have ever seen!!!
Thank you
It has been quite a long time since I have received a hand made card, however, it has been a long time since I have mailed any hand made cards either. I bet it’s been about 2 years for both. I don’t have anyone close that I know that makes hand made cards and due to a few physical and emotional issues, I stopped making cards a few years ago. I am however getting things ready to start making some cards!! I actually am excited about it.
But the last time I received a hand written note was just a few short months ago from my Great-Aunt. She ALWAYS sends a hand written note in her cards. They are still my most favorite to receive! I love to see the curves of her handwriting and it always brings back memories of when I spent time with her as a child.
Hugs to you,
Shaunna
I think it was for my birthday last July. My mom is the only one other than me who sends out handmade cards.
Hi Becca, what a beautiful card – I don’t think I have ever seen one of yours which wasn’t wonderful. If mine were half as nice as yours I’d be ecstatic!!
I last received a handmade card on Mother’s day from my teenaged daughter, she knows I love handmade cards so always takes the time to squirrel herself away in her bedroom to make one for me. I can’t remember the last time someone took the time to write to me, mind you I can’t remember when I’ve written a letter either (other than cards) so I’m just as bad really …
Sadly, I have never received a handmade card other than the ones I get with my stampin up order. I am a prolific card maker and have given them all away for avariety of occasions because i know people enjoy it and appreciate the time and thought and maybe someday I’ll get one
I last received a handmade card just this past Mother’s Day. My oldest daughter made it for me. I haven’t had a handwritten letter for quite some time now, but do love receiving them. Today’s card is gorgeous!
The last time I received a handmade card was when I fell at work and hurt my shoulder. I lovely lady at church sent me one with wishes for a speedy recovery. I can’t even remember the last letter I received! Todays card is so very pretty, and would perk the person receiving it right up! Thanks so much for all you do and share Becca. Blessings, Lisa
I received a beautiful handmade card for my birthday in April.
WOW !!!!! I have not seen this one before all your cards are superior
but this is super superior !!!.
I get handmade cards from my craft friends and hand written .
I am not so confident with my writing but still do it .XXX
Handmade card received: this one was easy, I have a very dear friend that sends one of her cards every month or so. I am truly blessed! Handwritten letter: This one surprised me…had to think long and hard. I have come to the conclusion that it was many, many years ago. I had two uncles that were great at writing letters. Well, one uncle’s was an adventure to read as his penmanship was atrocious! But I loved those letters because I spent so much time ‘with him’ while reading. :) Sadly, those letters stopped about 10 years ago as they lost the ability to communicate. In the process of answering this I have realized it’s probably been as long for any of my friends and relatives to have received a letter from me. I think I need to change that. Email is easier, no doubt about it, but not nearly as special or satisfying as a handwritten letter.
I am loving these questions! Thanks Becca!
Once again, absolutely beautiful. I would be so thrilled to receive a card like this. The closest thing I have ever gotten would be a card with a few handwritten lines in it.
Speaking of receiving cards, you have said you send these out in dvd cases. I don’t understand how they fit with the ribbon and other raised surfaces. What am I missing and could you send a link where to get the cases.
Thanks for brightening up my day again!
Hi, Becca,
Thank you for so many opportunities to win one of your beautiful cards!
I can’t remember exactly when I received a handmade card, I’ll bet it was at least a couple of years ago. I do remember the handwritten letter since my birthday was last month and I received a note from my twin sister, with her card. Most of my birthday wishes were expressed via the internet so I am well aware how rare handmade or handwritten correspondence is sent. That’s why I make it such a priority.
Love & blessings,
Sandy
Another lovely card today. So much fun looking at all of them. We received a hand made birthday invitation recently. I really can’t remember when I received a hand written letter. Thanks for sharing your awesome work with all of us.
Hi Becca,
The last time a got a handmade card was for my birthday last November got several from my crafty friends with nice notes in them.Love your beautiful card and all of your cards.
Purple is my favorite color so this card is extra special. What a great phrase for a get well card. Very pretty.
I have NEVER received a hand made card and the last time I received a hand-written card was Christmas 2014.
The last time I received a handmade card was with my birthday.
This is the only time I get cards and they are from friends in a card group.
I have not had a hand written letter for a long time.
So I am totally aware of how much the hand written word has disappeared.
Annamieke from the land down under.
’tis a lovely card.
This a beautiful card. I love the one card color with a different color accent. The purple/lavender color really stands out on the ivory card.
I don’t think I’ve ever received a handmade card except ones from my little grandchildren and I cherish those! The last time I received a handwritten letter was from my Grandmother or Aunt when I was a child. I agree it is becoming a lost art. Sad.
I received several when I was recently widowed. I loved all the cards I received, but those with an added note were special.
Another truly gorgeous card! I’m really enjoying this conversation and reading what others have to say. It has been awhile since I received a handwritten letter. My husband has written me many but as we get older, thee letters have become notes but they are handwritten and I save each one. I still send handwritten letters to my family. I don’t do it as often as I used to but I’ve always enjoyed sending letters. The last handmade card was from my Granddaughter and I cherish it too.
I received a beautiful hand painted card with a hand written message in my mailbox this week from my sweet friend Mary. It lifted my spirits and made me smile with gratitude.
Stunning card! The last time I received a hand written card was a couple of weeks ago. It was a thank you card for something I did for someone. Very touching!
I last received a letter (albeit word processed) at Christmas time. I did receive a handmade card recently on my Birthday. Todays’ card is so lovely Becca, it would cheer anyone up!
Just received the cutest “thank you” card and hand drawn picture from my sons girl friends little girl. She is 4 years old and did a great job. I was very impressed with her mother for installing the importance of sending thank you notes
Stunning and elegant card. WOW! Love that die, it’s fabulous. I received a beautiful sympathy card a few weeks ago from a dear friend after the loss of a family member.
Gorgeous card today, Becca. How I would love to be the lucky lady to receive this one. The last hand created card I received was a Christmas Card from my older sister. I am slowly getting her into paper crafts/cards. I helped her get started on her Christmas cards and I got her first one (the one with a booboo on it!) I showed her how to “fix” little ink smudges and told her to send this one to me. My younger sister would become addicted to card making very easily too. She is a quilter and has much money tied up in fabric and doesn’t want another “addiction” right now. I make her “quilt cards” for her special days. I made her a “Lone Star” Cancer Survivor Bag for the “relay for life” event this year. Turned out very pretty.
I received a handmade card last Friday. It is an invitation to a 50th wedding anniversary in September. I think the last time I received a handwritten note was in a Christmas card.
Oh my…another beauty! You are remarkable in your creative genius! Bless you.
Evening Becca,
The last handmade thing I received was a birthday card. Actually I got 3 handmade birthday cards. My two sisters and my sisters friend all make handmade cards. We have lots of fun making them too!
Smiles, Bonnie D
I received a hand written letter about two years ago. Such beautiful handwriting but the content was not anything I would like to receive again but life goes on and you forgive and forget. I was teaching my dearest friend how to make handmade cards so while she was doing it I received a lot of them. She gave up on making them so it has been a while. Those of you who get handmade cards are so blessed as there is nothing like getting something from the heart.
I think the last time I received a hand made card was from my gorgeous kids for mothers day year ago. I use to write letters to my friend in the UK all the time but we just email now instead. Sometimes I miss writing a letter but it does take so much longer than typing an email. I make hand made cards for my mum every few weeks and I know she appreciates them – she has them all stored in a drawer at home. I know most people love a hand made card more than a bought one – shows you were thinking of them. Thanks for the opportunity to win one of your gorgeous cards. I just love them and you are an inspiration.
Louise
I received a handmade card for my birthday in April. I got a lovely thank you note in June written by the recipient of my Mother’s community service award.
My Mom writes to me regularly…not happy she lives so far away, but the bonus is she writes!
Wow, another beautiful card. Love, love, love your cards. I met a lovely Amish lady at one of the rubber stamp conventions, and she and I have been exchanging handwritten letters. I can hardly wait until the next letter arrives.
The most recent handmade cards I received was on my birthday. They were from all my girlfriends who share the same interest – cardmaking and scrapbooking. I cherish all these cards which reflect the love, thoughtfulness and time spent creating them. Most of the girls write long letters in them. These are all keepers and I love to look at them throughout the years remembering special moments. Whether they are simple designs or elaborate, they are all beautiful.
I received a hand written note from the elderly couple whom we had just purchased their home. It had been for sale for a couple years and they needed to sell and move closer to doctors about 60 miles away. We wanted to retire and move back home so it was a win-win for all of us. They were very thankful that someone they knew bought their home as it was their pride and joy. He ended up passing away just a couple weeks after they had moved. We all knew he felt it was ok to go then as his wife of 65 years was going to live out her remaining years in a nice retirement home thanks to us buying their home.
Beautiful card for today’s give-away.
I mail my handmade cards to all my friends for their birthdays. I have never received a handmade card in the mail. However, I have an 88 year old dear friend of mine who writes me letters about twice a year. It is so exciting to walk to the mailbox, open it, and find a handwritten note from her.
I am lucky because my DIL makes all her cards, I received one for Mother’s Day. My husband’s Aunt sends a letter each year at Christmas. Handmade anything is always a welcome surprise these days :-)
I am so blessed! I have a little five year grandaughter and she is my card making buddy. We have such a good time tograther and she loves learning how to use all the supplies. She makes me cards often and I have them on display everwhere.
The last hand written letter I received was years ago. It was a post card from my Grandfather and I keep it with me all the time and read it often
Your card is gorgeous! Love the spellbinders and the embossing. Well the whole thing is just pure beautiful!!!
Hi Becca
This is a very pretty card. I think it would be very hard not to
with Spellbinders dies.
Love Marion x
Another of you beautiful cards. As I sit here trying to think of the last hand written letter I am struggling. I have received hand made cards. The last one was actually made by me. I made a box of cards for my mother-in-law and received one back for my birthday. Hand written notes are common but it’s been years since a full letter. It’s amazing to think about it. Thanks for the trigger. I think I should write a letter. Take care and hope you have a great day.
On Mother’s Day.
Yesterday!!!
All my cards are hand done with a hand written note inside to mark the occasion.
June – Graduation Month. Did quite a few cards not only for me, but my friends who wanted a “special card” for their graduates. I’m beginning to get the hand of making cards look “pretty”
I have a group of friends from all over the US and one in Germany, I exchange handmade cards once or twice a month, I love it when I receive them and they usually come with a hand written note or letter.
It’s sad that the art,(and it’s an art) of hand writing is disappearing, with all of this modern tools, computers, emails, iphones, etc. no one gets or sends hand written letters anymore. Even kids now a days, don’t practice writing with pen and paper, their teachers ask them to turn in paper using computers.
I hope that this wonderful way of communicating is not lost forever.
Thank you for the chance to win, Becca.
Hugs.
Maria.
WOW good question, hand made card and written letter, I always get a letter from my BFF whom I have know since we were both in pre-school together through 12th grade, she always writes me a note on my birthday!!!
As for a hand made card, I got one from a friend at church for Christmas!!! Both are a lost art in our society and times of technology.
Your card today is absolutely stunning, I love it!!!
I make all my own cards. I try to have some on hand in case someone birthday comes up that is not a family member. I make cards for my four brothers and two sisters as well as for their families. I like using your blog for inspiration.
I love to write letters to my granddaughters as well.
It’s been such a long time since I received anything in the mail that was handwritten that I don’t know when the last time was.
Hi Becca,
Sorry I am a bit late with this one but the last handmade card I received was at Christmas from my hubbies Aunt, as for a handwritten letter…cannot remember it has been so long.
Love & hugs
Jacquie J xxx
Christmas… that was the last time… for one personally. But I am part of a group that meets monthly and we swap a card!. Meanwhile I love giving so I don’t lose heart and remember a lot of my church brothers and sisters.
A handwritten letter? It’s been years. Several of my friends make cards and I love each of them. My sister seldom writes a letter. But she’s the only person I know who dutifully keeps a journal. I send her blank journals and she returns them with her daily thoughts. It is so personal and intimate. Each book is a treasure. Much better than email!
I received a handmade card this week. As far as a written letter,that is another story.
At Christmas time, I receive a hand written letter from a friend in Michigan. Everyone else does their letter on a computer.
I guess that is quicker but not personal.
My last handmade card was sent to my husband. He was out of town for a month. I also love the written word and have letters my Grandmother sent me over 40 years ago.
Few & very far between anymore. Time & $$$ are factors. I find that mailing anything a little larger or more embellished can be costly, especially at Christmas.
Having trouble finding your “give away page” – please advise.
Hi Becca, Beautiful card as always. For the generation of today with all the modern technology at their fingertips and not being taught the skill of script in the class roon,we can only hope and pray that if we as card makers and still using the written word
pass our craft onto our loved ones maybe both crafts will escape extinction.
God Bless.
I think there might be a possibility the younger generation might join the crating world. I am currently making wonderful memories with my 7 yr old grandchild. She comes over to my house and the first thing she says after hugs and kisses is “NaNa can we go to your crafting room?” Yes is always my answer as this time is short and I want to make the best memories with her. Her 18 year old sister is the opposite unless she has to have a card right away for someone but makes me do it. I guess that counts as time spent and honored she asked me to do it.
Have not received anything handmade of hand written in years.