Blogs and tips

How to Find Your Drawing Style, One Small Sketch at a Time
Explore your own drawing style through observation, simple experiments and a small card project, with encouragement from Well Drawn.
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10 Thoughtful Gift Ideas on a Small Budget, Starting with a Card
Discover ten thoughtful gift ideas built around personal messages, shared memories and small gestures, with greeting card pairings.
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7 Easy Handmade Greeting Cards to Make with Kids
Try seven simple greeting cards to make with kids, using paper, pencils and their own ideas for birthdays, thank-yous and family occasions.
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What to Draw When You’re Stuck: 25 Ideas from Everyday Life
Find your next drawing idea with 25 everyday prompts, simple observation exercises and ways to turn a sketch into a personal card.
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Hand Lettering for Greeting Cards: 8 Easy Ways to Get Started
Learn simple hand lettering for greeting cards, from spacing and pencil guides to outline letters, with no special pens required.
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How to Draw Cute Characters from Everyday Objects
Turn a mug, fruit or plant into a character with simple shapes, expressive faces and easy pen-and-paper drawing exercises.
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How to Make Greeting Cards on a Small Budget: Pen, Paper and a Good Idea
Make thoughtful greeting cards with a pen, paper and supplies you already own. Try simple layouts, lettering and budget-friendly ideas.
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How to Draw Without AI: A Friendly Guide for Beginners
Learn to draw by hand with simple shapes, everyday objects and a practical seven-day plan. All you need is paper and a pencil.
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How to Think of a Pun: 9 Simple Steps for Playful Card Ideas
Learn how to think of a pun with word lists, sound swaps and simple drawing exercises from Kristian at Well Drawn.
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