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If you're thinking about planning a card shower for a special occasion, here are 5 practical tips to make your event successful.


 When choosing your "guest list", don't be picky! Invite every single person that your card shower recipient knows.  You will be shocked at how many people, even if not in touch anymore, will want to be a part of your loved one's special day. If you can find an address, send them a card request! 

The more people you invite, the better your card turnout will be. Having a sizable bundle of cards from people of all phases of life will be a welcome, heartfelt surprise for your loved one!  Don't just stick to close family and friends.  Invite current and past coworkers, old friends, friends of children, neighbors, social acquaintances, club members, their church community, and anyone else you can think of.  One of the best things about a card shower is that there is very little pressure on guests and many people will be more than happy to complete the easy task of mailing a card!

This one is important! Make sure to specify a "mail by" date on your invitation so people know when to have their card in the mail. In the case of event card showers, like birthdays and anniversaries, to include the date of the occasion as well. This way, if someone does miss the card shower, they can still send their well wishes on or after the day without ruining the surprise.  When choosing a "mail by" date, do give yourself plenty of wiggle room for those late cards to get to you! 


The hardest part of planning a card shower is gathering addresses of those you want to include. You may even need to be super stealthy and steal your loved one's address book! Even then, there will be some people that you just can't find a mailing address for. Ordering a digital copy of the invitation gives you the flexibility to send your card request by email, text, or even social media. 

Choosing to keep your card shower a secret from the recipient really makes for a wonderful surprise gift on their special day.  You certainly don't have to, but I would 10/10 recommend giving your loved one the experience of a surprise shower by mail.  Choose one person to be the card collector and put their mailing address on the invitation. You can also include an email address if you're willing to print out the messages to include. Collect the cards as you receive them and keep them in a safe place. As the special day approaches, find, or make, an appropriate size box to gift the cards in. Beware! You may need a much bigger box than you think! I recently threw a milestone birthday card shower for a loved one, and I was overwhelmed with the response. People sent in not only cards, but also large mailing bags, manilla envelopes, and even packages.

Gifting a scrapbook along with all of the cards is a great way to turn an amazing gift into a cherished keepsake. Let your loved one turn their notes into a scrapbook album they can easily flip through again and again when they want to remember the special occasion!  If they are not crafty, offer to do it for them as part of your gift. I promise you, it truly will be a gift that keeps on giving. 


I hope these tips help you feel confident and inspired to go ahead and throw your loved one a card shower! I can't tell you enough what a wonderful gift it is to hear from all of the people who've played a part in your life.  Designing invitations for card showers always brings a smile to my face thinking of the people who will be given the most meaningful gift of all on their special day.  If you'd like to check out my card shower invites for ordering or inspiration, here's a link! 
Happy Planning!




5 Tips for Throwing a Successful Card Shower

Tuesday, March 12, 2024

 


In a world where gathering in person may not always be possible, finding creative ways to celebrate life's milestones becomes even more important. Enter the heartwarming tradition of a card shower—a beautiful gesture that brings friends and family together to celebrate someone special, even from afar.  If you're looking for the perfect idea to celebrate your loved one's milestone birthday - this is it! 

The Beauty of Card Showers

Imagine the joy on your loved one's face as they receive a box overflowing with heartfelt cards, memories, and cherished wishes. This shower by mail birthday invitation provides a platform for friends and family to come together, sharing in the celebration of a milestone birthday, whether it's a 50th, 60th, 70th, 80th, or beyond!

Customizing the invitation is a breeze, ensuring that every detail is just right for your special occasion. From including specific instructions for sending cards to adding personal touches and event details, our invitation makes the planning process seamless and stress-free. 

Ask friends and family to include old photos, stories, memories, or just heartfelt birthday wishes! The birthday person will love a walk down memory lane as they open each card!

In today's digital age, distance is no longer a barrier to celebration. With the option to download and send the invitation digitally via text or email, reaching out to loved ones near and far has never been easier. This accessibility ensures that everyone who wants to participate can join in the festivities, regardless of their location!

I've helped design card shower invitations for so many sweet celebrations and it is always an honor to work on this type of design. Knowing how happy the recipient is going to be on their special day, whether it be a birthday, anniversary, baby shower, or other event, makes my designer heart happy!  I've now created customizable shower by mail invitations that are easy to personalize to fit your occasion!  You can view them here. Most of these started out as custom requests, so if you'd like something designed just for you, feel free to reach out!

Celebrate Milestone Birthdays with Heart: The Joy of Card Showers

Tuesday, February 6, 2024

Celebrate Your Loved One's 80th Birthday with a Beautiful Watercolor Roses Card Shower Invitation

Are you looking for a special way to celebrate your loved one's 80th birthday? A card shower is a wonderful way to show them how much they are loved and appreciated! This watercolor roses card shower invitation is a beautiful choice that will make the occasion even more special.

Our customizable invitation features lovely watercolor roses and elegant typography, and is perfect for surprising a parent or grandparent on their milestone birthday! Simply customize the text and print at home, or order printed cards. Plus, you can even pair it with our matching envelope for an extra touch of elegance.

With a card shower, your loved one will receive a shower of cards from friends and family near and far. Ask friends, family, neighbors, coworkers, and other aquaintences to send their favorite memories, old stories, photos, or just their heartfelt birthday wishes! Imagine the joy they will feel when they see how much they are loved and celebrated! And after the cards are collected, they can be compiled into a special scrapbook to treasure for years to come.

Order early to allow plenty of time for people to buy and mail their cards. Don't settle for an ordinary birthday celebration. Make your loved one's 80th birthday extra special with this beautiful watercolor roses card shower invitation. 

Custom Birthday Card Shower Invitation Announcement | Printable Watercolor Floral Design

Monday, June 12, 2023

Celebrate your Dad or Granddad's remarkable journey through eight decades with this custom 80th Birthday Card Shower Invitation. 

A card shower is the perfect way to honor your Dad or Granddad's milestone birthday. It enables friends and family, whether near or far, to share personal messages, cherished memories, beautiful photos, and an outpouring of love with the birthday person.
 
Each heartfelt card instantly becomes a treasured keepsake. Make this milestone celebration truly exceptional -it's the perfect way to celebrate and show your love and appreciation for the remarkable man who has shaped your life. Collect the cards and display in a scrapbook gift, ensuring that the love and warm wishes can be cherished for years to come. 



This classic invitation blends modern elegance with timeless charm, creating a truly unforgettable experience for your loved one on their special milestone birthday. This neutral tones invitation features a prominent circular photo of the birthday person, radiating warmth and nostalgia. 


The classic layout offers room for personalization, allowing you to include all the essential event details, instructions for the card shower, and the address where heartfelt greetings should be sent.

This card shower invitation is also available as a digital download, offering unparalleled convenience. 


Send it directly to loved ones' inboxes, instantly connecting them to the celebration! Alternatively, print it from the comfort of your own home and mail to participants. Be sure to save an invitation adding a personal touch to the scrapbook that is sure to make your Dad or Granddad feel truly special. 

This shower by mail announcement is the start of an opportunity to create lasting memories and honor a lifetime of connections and accomplishments. 


Suitable for all milestone birthdays, 50th, 60th, 70th, 80th, or 90th, this idea is timeless and will be perfect no matter your age! Let your Dad or Granddad know how much he means to you, and the entire family, by orchestrating a card shower that will touch his heart. 


80th Birthday Gift Idea for Him | Card Shower by Mail Invitations

Tuesday, May 16, 2023

 

What better way to commemorate a milestone event like a 50th anniversary, a significant birthday, or even a long-distance baby shower than with a Card Shower! 


Gather your loved ones together and ask them to participate in the festivities by sending heartfelt cards filled with well wishes, fond memories, captivating stories, or cherished old photos. As the cards start pouring in, secretly collect them and store them away. Then, surprise the recipients with a dazzling display of all the beautiful cards on their special occasion. The element of surprise adds to the excitement of the day and is sure to make the recipients feel loved and appreciated! Preserve these precious memories forever by creating a keepsake scrapbook that showcases all the heartwarming cards and messages received. It will be cherished by the recipients for years to come, a constant reminder of the love and joy shared on their special milestone event. In this collection you'll find customizable invitations, envelopes, return address stickers, envelope seals, and thank you cards - everything you need for a successful card shower event!

Milestone Event Card Shower by Mail | Butterfly Collection

Friday, March 10, 2023

 

Celebrate your loved one's milestone birthday in a special way with a card shower! 

This shower by mail invitation features an original watercolor design of a cute rain cloud showering down envelopes, mixed with script and cute fonts, creating a joyful and inviting design.


Our Shower by Mail Card Shower Invitation is the perfect way to celebrate a milestone birthday in a special and unique way. The invitation is fully customizable, allowing you to add personal details and make it truly one-of-a-kind.  Ask your friends and family to send heartfelt cards and warm wishes by mail. Collect all the cards and present them to your loved on on their birthday! The traditional and heartfelt nature of receiving a card in the mail adds to the sense of tradition and warmth that will make your loved one feel truly loved and appreciated.

Whether you're celebrating a 40th, 50th, or 80th birthday, this sweet Shower by Mail Invitation is the perfect way to make your loved one's milestone birthday even more memorable.

This card is available for shipping or download, so if you're short on time - just download today and send out the invitation by text, email, or print from home! 

Shower by Mail Card Shower Invitation: A Unique Way to Celebrate Milestone Birthdays

Wednesday, March 8, 2023

 


Celebrating a milestone birthday, like an 80th, is a special occasion that calls for a special celebration.

But not everyone wants or is able to enjoy a big party. A card shower is a great way to show someone how much you care without overwhelming them with a big party. If you've never heard of a card shower, let me tell you - they're an amazing way to celebrate any occasion - a big birthday, an anniversary, a new baby, you name it! I myself have thrown multiple card showers and they are always a huge hit!

Here are some tips for throwing a memorable card shower specifically for an 80th birthday:

1. The first thing to do is get the word out: Spread the word to family and friends that you are throwing a card shower for the birthday person. You can use social media, email, or even send out traditional invitations to let everyone know.

Use an attractive design, like this watercolor rose invitation, to make the invitations appealing and get people excited to join in! I created this invitation for my own family member's 80th birthday. Her birthday was in June, and roses are the flower of that particular month! 

You could choose something personal - a favorite flower or hobby would be a perfect theme for your invites! 

Or, you could also choose a photo invitation! (Not everyone will want their picture sent out to acquaintances though, so make sure you know you're birthday person would like that.)

You can view all of my available templates here.  Choose your favorite (or contact me for something new) to make the invitations appealing and get people excited to join in!

2. Personalize whatever invitation you choose: The invitations are the heart of the card shower. Make sure to personalize them with the birthday person's name, age, and any other special details.

  • Include any requests you may have, like including an old photo or memory in the cards. I highly recommend encouraging everyone to add a personal note, story, or photo to their card. It makes the card shower so much more meaningful!
  • If the card shower is a surprise, be sure to mention it on the invitation so no one accidentally spills the beans!
  • Do mention a date when the cards should be mailed by to ensure you can collect them all in time for the big birthday!
  • And don't forget to tell people where to send the cards. You can choose to have cards sent to you or another family member to collect and save until the big day, or, maybe you want the cards to be sent directly to the birthday person so they can have the thrill of getting lots of mail over the course of a few weeks!

3. Display the cards: Once the cards start arriving, you could choose to display them in a special way. You can create a custom scrapbook or memory album for the birthday person to keep, or simply hang them up on a string or bulletin board.


Remember, the goal of a card shower is to show the birthday person how much they are loved and appreciated. With a little planning and coordination, you can create a memorable celebration that will be treasured for years to come!



How to Throw a Card Shower for an 80th Birthday

Friday, March 3, 2023

Card Shower birthday invitations featuring watercolor illustrated birds carrying envelopes

Have you heard of a card shower?  

If you know someone with a big day coming up (a milestone birthday, anniversary, retirement, or new baby maybe?) and you want to celebrate but they don't want a party, then a card shower might be the perfect solution.
  
With a card shower, you simply send out a notice to friends and family that a big day is coming up and ask them to send a card to celebrate. Instead of a party invitation, it's an invitation to be included in making someone's day extra special and meaningful without all the fuss.  Include the recipient's address and a send-by date and you are basically done! 

Card shower invitation for birthday anniversary retirement special occasionsThis is such an easy way to make any occasion a super special one. Plus, all those cards and notes that were received make keepsakes better than any gifts.

It's a win-win for anyone not able to throw a party.

Or hey, do a party and a card shower. My grandparents had a card shower and a huge party for their 50th anniversary. We turned all the cards we received into a giant scrapbook and it turned out beautiful.

There are no rules here. You do you.

Card Shower Invitations

Saturday, April 2, 2022

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