You sometimes come across a patterned paper so beautiful you can't resist making something with it. That's what happened when I saw these card samples by Flossiphy.

Some of cutest cards revolve around a single element - a card topper - which is a great reminder that creativity doesn’t always require more materials, but just the imaginative use of what you've already got.

Creativity can begin in the most ordinary places, and your own kitchen is an excellent example. Everyday spices like star anise, cinnamon and cloves have the power to transform a humble dish into a complex, fragrant culinary experience. With a little imagination, using them on cards can produce something equally special.

There’s something about creating whimsical characters from simple materials that is hard to resist.

Don’t spend a fortune on store-bought paper or ribbons. Turn everyday items into beautiful, eco-friendly wraps ...

Polymer clay encourages play. You don’t need expensive sculpting tools; a toothpick, a scrap of lace, or even an old pendant can become your texturing tool.

Have you left it until the last minute to get organised? Here are my Top 3 Present Card ideas that you can make in minutes!

Oracle cards are a mini canvas for daily inspiration. Have you ever thought of making your own?

Get crafty with colour! Create mock-ups, play with samples, paint things, move it all around, and see what makes your heart sing.

Once you start making cards, you're likely to end up with an ever increasing pile that need a home. This is what I do to guide my ideas ...