Announcements, Invites and Cards

Last year I sent out Minted's New Minibook Holiday Cards and they were a big hit. The 6 page card has a very cool grommet binding, gorgeous matte card stock and a bunch of clean, festive designs to choose from. It was a nice gift to send to extended family and friends.

I am not one of those new mothers who enjoys writing thank you notes but I realize that nothing takes the place of a thoughtful, hand-written note. I know I always get a thrill when I receive an envelope in the mail from a friend.

I received delightful gifts from friends and family when "B" was born and I wanted to send thank-you notes before time got away from me with a newborn in the house.

iPhoto makes it easy to create beautiful photo books, cards, and calendars. It took me about two hours including choosing and optimizing images. If you create one soon, you'll have it in time for the holidays and it really is one of the best gifts to give.

Creating your own books, cards, and calendars is easy. Here’s how:

1. Open iPhoto and select the photos or events you'd like to use.
2. Click the book, card, or calendar icon and choose a theme.
3. Drag and drop photos to create our keepsake. Click the Buy button and you're done.

Apple printing service offers a nice range for pricing too.

There's still time to create holiday cards and 2010 calendars too.

SHUTTERFLY 

If you don't own iphoto software, Shutterfly makes it just as easy to create photo gifts. They have a free shipping promotion when you spend $50. SHIP50