Unique birthday card ideas for all ages!
Here at Gathered, we believe there’s nothing quite as special as a handmade card. The effort, time and planning it takes to make and write a DIY card truly shows your loved one how much you care.
To help you make your own standout, heartfelt cards, we’ve created a mini guide full of birthday card ideas. Whether it’s for a parent, friend or colleague, these birthday card ideas are sure to inspire.
How to make a unique card for a birthday
When creating a unique birthday card, it’s important to think about your recipient. Do they have any special interests? Unusual hobbies or passions?
Creating a distinctive birthday card is all about tailoring it to suit their personality. Inside jokes, personalised photos, and cards based on a shared memory are all wonderful ways to make your card unique.
Homemade birthday cards to make you smile
Cardmaking videos
We know sometimes it’s easier to discover and follow along with birthday card tutorials when they’re in video format! The Gathered Makes YouTube channel is full of step-by-step tutorials and interesting birthday card ideas like these amazing foil cards.
Birthday card ideas for dads
Make your old man a birthday card as special as he is with our collection of DIY birthday card ideas for dads. From golf to cars, this collection has it all!
Homemade card ideas for mums
We’ve collected 16 DIY birthday card ideas for mum to help you show her how much she means to you. Paired with a big bunch of flowers and something sweet to drink, you’ll have made all her birthday dreams come true.
Birthday card ideas for friends
Create a birthday card as sweet and funny as your pals are with our collection of DIY birthday cards for friends. Full of free printables, templates and tutorials, you’re bound to find a card they love.
More cardmaking ideas
None of these homemade birthday card ideas taking your fancy? Check out our cardmaking section here on Gathered, which is packed with inspiring ideas.
Cross stitch a birthday card
If you prefer stitching to sticking, turn one of our celebration cross stitch patterns into a DIY card. We show you how here on Gathered.
What to write in your birthday card
Complete your card by writing a sentimental note inside. If you’re not sure what to write, use our what to write in a birthday card article for phrases and messages that convey your feelings.
Free patterned papers to cut, stick and make with!
DIY your own birthday cards using our huge range of patterned papers. These free designs are perfect for printing and turning into homemade cards.
Create homemade birthday cards for all your loved ones
Once you begin cardmaking, you’ll never want to stop! Not only is the creative process rewarding, but the reaction on your loved one's face when they open your handmade card is priceless. Use our inspirational cardmaking list to create cards for all your friends and family.
Let's move on to the presents!
If you’ve enjoyed making our homemade card ideas, why not make a matching gift for your loved one? Get inspired with our DIY birthday gifts.
