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Art Cards - Functional Art - Collect And Frame Them!

Art Cards are not only nice to give away for a special occasion, but they are also, a great way to collect your favorite art.

Many artists offer their artwork on greeting cards as I do.

On this page, I have used my artwork, to show examples of how to turn your card, into a nice piece of wall art!

Ideas for turning a card into a piece of wall art!

Art Cards

Frame your cards! And hang them up! I do this with cards I have purchased from my favorite artists! I find 5"x7" cards to be the best for this purpose. 5"x7" is a standard size and affordable frames and matting can easily be found in department stores. Below are some framing, matting and display ideas I have used in the past.

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ADD MATTING AND A FRAME

Adding matting sets the artwork off nicely! Try an 8"x10" frame with a matting. Make sure the matting you purchase fits a 5"x7" picture (as the one shown below).

Decorating Ideas

In order to take up a larger wall space, another option is to use even larger matting with a smaller window for the card. These types of frames and matting can be found in most department stores.

To purchase the card above click here!

Amazon Offers A Wide Variety Of Affordable Matting & Framing!

Example Amazon Matted Frame Shown Below!

Malden Parker Black Wood Matted Frame with Black Wood Insert, with Mat 5 by 7-Inch, without Mat, 8 by 10-Inch

Amazon Price: $11.99 (as of 05/30/2012)Buy Now
List Price: $39.99

Usually ships in 1-2 business days

GROUPS & SETS

Find cards that compliment eachother, create groups and sets! If you choose not to use matting. Another way to take up more wall space is to group smaller pieces together.

Home Decorating Ideas

I design many of my cards with colorful borders to mimic matting for this purpose. A set of 2 or more smaller framed pieces work perfectly on a small wall. These types of frames and matting can be found in most department stores. I have also listed some frames available on ebay below!

To purchase the cards shown above click here!

Linear Black Picture Frame 5x7"

Amazon Price: $12.99 (as of 05/30/2012)Buy Now
List Price: $11.99

Usually ships in 1-2 business days

Take up even larger spaces on the wall with several framed cards!

SEVERAL IN A GROUP

Decorating Ideas

You can also take up large wall space by creating larger groups. For this your best bet would be to shop for frames on eBay. Lots of eBay sellers offer 5"x7" frames in lots at low prices. Frame-less clip frames work great too! I have listed some of lots below that are currently available on ebay!

To purchase the cards shown above click here!

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Art Links

For more of my work check out the links below!

Art By Michelle Astuto Collins
On my official website you can find: my blog, calendar of events, my artist resume, links to my work for sale on the internet and in galleries.
Art By Michelle Collins Gift Shop
On cafepress I offer my artwork & designs on various products. Items for your home & office such as: wall clocks, mousepads, mugs, aprons, posters, frame prints, tiles & more! My artwork is also available on t-shirts, tote bags and much more! Dont forget to check out my gift shop before you leave!
Art By Michelle Collins On Zazzle
Here you can purchase posters, canvas prints, framed prints and more!
My Ebay Listings
Check out my eBay! listings for deals on my artwork! Make sure to check in often for sales & auctions!
My Etsy Shop
Make sure you visit my CLEARANCE LINK for my "SPRING STUDIO SALE" Check in often, I will be listing more!

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  • mayur patel Mar 2, 2012 @ 8:33 am | delete
    Really best one collection i like very much i visit ur website every day thnxxx for sharing......))

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  • DaveStone13 Jun 2, 2011 @ 1:12 pm | delete
    A great idea, well-presented. A very experienced artist friend of mine did a show last year in which every picture was a miniature that sold for $50. Here idea was that she wanted to make original art as available as possible.

    The market you are showing here is great and gives people and artists wonderful opportunities to share.
  • kajohu Jul 25, 2010 @ 11:33 am | delete
    I always enjoy seeing your artwork on your lenses, and framed they look doubly gorgeous!
  • aquariann Jul 24, 2010 @ 3:38 pm | delete
    I usually end up hanging my favorite cards on the refrigerator, but I should take the time to frame them. Your examples look awesome!! Nice lens.
  • OhMe Jun 28, 2010 @ 10:40 pm | delete
    Beautiful artwork and beautiful cards.
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