Handmade get well card idea with a lighthearted touch
This handmade get well card idea came from wanting to send something thoughtful, but also a little lighthearted.
Sometimes when someone isn’t feeling well, especially when there are more questions than answers, it can be hard to know what to say. This get well card was my way of keeping things simple and gentle, while still letting them know I’m thinking of them.
I just can't seem to quit this set!
I keep reaching for this one, and I don’t even think twice about it anymore. It’s one of those sets that just works, especially when I want something meaningful without a lot of extra fuss.
I started with a Very Vanilla card base. Then I layered on a piece of striped designer paper from the upcoming Silly Old Bear Collection. I mounted that onto Early Espresso cardstock to give it a bit of definition before attaching it to the card front. From there I added a strip of Old Olive Specialty Rickrack for a little texture and interest.
Handmade get well card idea details that keep it simple
For the focal point I die cut one of the images from the designer paper. Pairing it with the sentiment “Oh, bother,” stamped in Early Espresso ink seemed perfect for this get well card. I used one of the smaller dies from the Perennial Postage Dies to give the sentiment a soft framed look.
For a little extra detail, without taking away from the card's simplicity, I added a few 2026–2028 In Color Dots.
This handmade get well card idea is a reminder that sometimes a simple card with a gentle message can mean the most.
Do you tend to keep your get well cards lighthearted, or more traditional?
I've been working a lot with this collection lately… I love it! Here's a handmade love card I made recently with it.
