Make your own Christmas cards this year — ideas, techniques and the best card and finishes to use, from linen to pearlescent shimmer.

Creative ideas for using pearlescent card — invitations, Christmas cards, crafts and more — plus tips for printing on shimmer card.

New to card making? A beginner's guide to the card, tools and techniques you need to make beautiful handmade cards.

Linen, pearlescent or smooth card — which finish suits your project? A plain-English comparison of the three most popular cardstock finishes.

Craft responsibly without compromise. A guide to eco-friendly and recycled cardstock — what to look for, how it performs, and the projects it suits best.