Greeting card companies like Hallmark and American Greetings have taught us to express our feelings with pre-made pieces of card stock; the clever, handmade cards in the selection below defy this convention entirely.
With taglines that proclaim, "I love you more than beer," and "I'd sooner chop off my hand than give it to you," these greeting cards aren't like anything you'd find in a drugstore aisle.
Implications - With so many greeting cards out there, the creativity of messages within them are taking a dive into lackluster territory. Consumers are attracted to products that brighten up their day a little bit. Developing more items with a humorous element could help companies grow their audience.
30 Clever Greeting Cards
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Bloom Cards
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Mean Cards
Greeting Cards Without Sugar Coating by Julianna Holowka
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Comparative Valentine's Day Cards
Personalized ‘I Love You More Than' Cards
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Moonpig Customized Cards
Put Yourself on a Magazine Cover
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Gothic Greetings
Alternative Christmas Cards By Night Moth
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Green Christmas
Eco-Friendly Holiday Cards
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Snarky Greeting Cards
Zeichen Press Tart Messages
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You As A Pop Up Greeting
Stand-Up Doll Contact Cards
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Plastic Surgery Get Well Cards
Life Me Up
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Custom Cards Revisited
Remind 4u
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E-Cards for Annoying People
'Callout Cards' From That's Not Cool Are Perfect for Textual Abus
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Grating Cards
When You Can't Say Something Nice
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Insult Handout Cards
Unmentionables by Shinebox Print
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Brutally Blunt Notecards
Douche Cards Say What You Really Mean
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Brutally Honest Cards
No More Sugar-Coating
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Anatomically Correct Stationery
Vagina Note Cards
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Cards That Give to AIDS
Hallmark (PRODUCT) RED Collection
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Star Wars Holiday Cards
Vintage Season's Greetings from George Lucas
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Sweet Screen-Printed Stationery
Eco-Friendly Valentine's Day Cards for Your Loved Ones
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DIY Punch-Hole Greeting Cards
A Few Hanging Chads Are All That Separate X-Mas From V-Day
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Biscuit Greeting Cards
A Tasty Way Of Greeting Someone
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Valentine Popup Cards
The Secret Decoder Ring Unlocks the Secret Love Message
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Creative Letterpress Cards
Eco-Friendly Greetings From Fugu Fugu Press Show You Care
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Male Mail
South Park Cards For Men
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Same-Sex Wedding Cards
Hallmark Capitalizes on Ellen DeGeneres' Marriage
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Custom Flickr Cards
Phreetings
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Living Greeting Cards
'The Amazing Pop-Up Garden' Includes The Gift of Life
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STD eCards
Using E-Mail to Break Bad News
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Digital Photo Christmas Cards
No More Cheesy Family Photos
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Socially Responsible Giving
Publicis Vancouver Gives Paper Plate Greeting Cards to Clients
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Self-Discovery Card Decks
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Gen Z IRL Campaigns
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Hug-Inspired Olympics Campaigns
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Customized Valentine's Cards
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Hug-Activated Marketing Machines
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Romantic Drinking Accessories
Hendrick’s & Wiederhoeft Crafted a Line of Unusual "Gintimates"
AI-Powered Valentine's Cards
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Thoughtful Mother's Day Lines
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Humorous Payment Campaigns
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Anniversary Edition Hockey Cards
Tim Hortons Debuts an Anniversary Edition of Its Nhl® Hockey Card
Lazy Cereal Campaigns
SURREAL Cereal Cheekily Pokes Fun at New Year's Resolutions
AI Holiday Card Generators
Coca-Cola's Create Real Magic Shares Greetings with Iconic Assets
Undefined Relationship Candies
Sweethearts Created Situationships Conversation Hearts for Gen Z
Creative Play Pop-Ups
The Sharpie Studio Offered Opportunities for Creativity at SXSW
Product Review-Centered Campaigns
Kitchenaid's 'Love the Racks' Campaign Was Written by a Customer
Candid Furniture Campaigns
Life is Not an IKEA Catalog Shows a Different Side of Home Products
AI-Generated Festive Greetings
CloneMe.io Sends Messages from Santa, Mrs. Claus and Elves
AI-Generated QR Codes
Coca-Cola Created Enhanced QR Codes with Musical & Visual Elements
Gen Z Crafting Events
Red Heart Hosted an Exclusive "Crafternoon" in NYC
AR Shopping Malls
American Express' Door to Shop Small Highlights 10 Small Businesses
Marketer-Targeted Cereal Ads
Surreal's Out-of-Home Campaign Speaks to Marketers, Not Consumers
Modern Coffee Packaging Designs
Happy™ Products Offers a Range of Coffee to Elevate Mornings
Modern Gifting Services
Fresh Sends Reinvents Flower Delivery & Gift-Giving for a New Generation
Romantic On-Demand Gift Deliveries
Minted and DoorDash Have Partnered for On-Demand Delivery
Creativity Time Capsules
Crayola's Campaign for Creativity Reunites Adults with Childhood Art
Adventurous Roadtrip Retail Campaigns
The Pilot Flying J 'See You Out Here' Campaign is Relatable
Smart Shopping Cart Ads
Instacart Unveiled Ads for Its AI-Powered Caper Carts
Anime-Themed Adorable Meal Sets
McDonald's Brings Hello Kitty x Yu-Gi-Oh! to the US
Whimsical Candle Christmas Campaigns
The Yankee Candle 'Make it More Magical' Campaign is Festive
Realistic Messy Romantic Gifts
The Messy Paper Anniversary Gift Boxes Embraces Imperfections
Phygital Business Cards
Linq x Moo Paper Cards Merge Quality Prints with Digital Technology
Water Digital Wallet Loyalty Cards
Liquid Death Has Introduced the Liquid Death Country Club
Non-Traditional Valentine's Wines
19 Crimes' Valentine's Wine Bottle Celebrates All Relationships
Lengthy Halloween-Inspired Events
Michaels Has Launched Its 100 Days to Halloween Campaign
Supermodel-Backed AI Cards
Winnie Harlow Partners with Coca-Cola to Launch AI Christmas Cards
Playful Parental Cafe Gifts
These Starbucks Japan Mother's Day Products are Charming
Digital Wallet Loyalty Solutions
Loopy Loyalty Adds Loyalty Cards in Apple and Google Wallet
Thoughtful Home Accessories Shops
Pillowpia Provides Easy Eclectic Pieces for the Home
Sensibly Sharp Elevated Knives
Grovemade Presents a New Task Knife with Improvements
Friendship-Focused Party Games
Catch the Vibe is a Battle to Prove Who Knows Their Friends Best
Culturally Inspired Canned Cocktails
Phreshly Targets Consumers Who are Tired of Hard Seltzers
Kindness-Encouraging Soda Campaigns
The Coca-Cola 'The World Needs More Santas' Ad is Festive
Therapeutic Sunset-Inspired Cards
Sunset Spark Deck Offers Mindfulness Tools with Painted Sunsets
Redesigned Father's Day Cards
CALM & The Or's Father’s Day Redesign Challenges Outdated Messaging
Wasteful Shopping Billboards
Not On The High Street's Billboards Highlight a "Don't Gift Guide"
Heartwarming Streaming Services
Hallmark+ Shares Feel-Good Content & Exclusive Membership Benefits
Playful Interactive Galleries
PLAY by American Express Platinum Reimagines Toys as Art Pieces
Quirky Holiday Soaps
Primal Elements Cute Holiday Soaps are Designed to Make You Smile
Emoji-Inspired Beer Campaigns
Corona's Emojiless Pledge Fights Digitization & Celebrates Reality
Human Connection-Centric Campaigns
Etsy's New Ad Campaign Wants to Keep Commerce Human
Tongue-In-Cheek Soda Campaigns
Pepsi Jokes at Coca-Cola in It's Tastes Better Campaign
Co-Branded Conversation Cards
Baileys Chocolate Liqueur & The Skin Deep Created Connection Cards
Artful Skateboard Deck Collections
Kraftwerk and Beautiful Losers Unveils the Kraftwerk Collection
Candid Celebration Campaigns
Edible's "There's an edible for That" Celebrates Even Awkward Moments
Artistic Multi-Beverage Ads
The Coca-Cola Family is Spotlighted in this Unique Ad
Customizable Halloween-Themed Treat Boxes
Halloween Sugarwish Boasts Customizable Gifting
Fued-Inspired Christmas Cards
Moonpig Unveils Its New AI-Powered Christmas Card Range
Brightly Colored Party Cups
The Hefty Party Cups Feature Embellished Conversation Starters
Customizable Holiday Treats
Sugarwish Offers Special Holiday Treats as Part of Its Gifting Service
Vegan Lifestyle Gift Cards
The Vegan Gift Card from epay is Touted as the First of its Kind
Sneaker-Resembling Leather Wallets
These Nike Cardholders are Reminiscent of Its Sneakers
Mother-Themed Hat Designs
Mother Hats Offers Stylish Headwear and Empowerment
Confidence-Promoting Conversation Cards
TableTalk is a Card Deck of Mealtime Conversations
Fortune Cookie Flower Bouquets
P.F. Chang's Created a Heartfelt, Funny & Edible Mother's Day Gift
Spring Holiday Candy Gifts
These M&M's Spring Gifts Come in New and Returning Options
AI-Crafted Banking Ads
The U.S. Bank Debuts 'The Power of Us' Campaign
Rewarding Graduation Cards
Hallmark and Venmo Created Giftable Cards for the Class of 2024
Themed Heart-Shaped Chips
Japanese Snack Brand Calbee Unviels its Valentine's Day Chips
Pizza-Gifting Doormats
Pizza Hut's Reverse Delivery Doormat Gifts Pizza to Delivery Drivers
Heavenly Behavioral Card Games
'The Holiest Crap' Card Game is Family-Friendly
Empowering Car Ads
CarMax's New Ad Campaign Takes a Witty Approach
Loneliness-Combating Social Campaigns
Hinge Launches the New One More Hour Campaign and Fund
Artful Wedding Stationery
The Minted x The Met Wedding Collection Makes Masterpieces Customizable
Magnetic Hand-Holding Socks
These Children's Socks Add a Touch of Whimsy to the Everyday Item
Intimacy-Promoting Card Games
Coconu's Connect Card Game is Catered to Couples
Dynamic Anniversary-Honoring Campaigns
Claire's Launches the Hello Kitty, Hello World Campaign
Photographer-Collab Card Games
Gray Malin's Work is Highlighted in the New UNO Artiste Series
Seasonal Gamer Ornaments
Hallmark Launches a Variety of Gamer-Approved Ornaments for the Holidays
Digital Wedding Platforms
Lovebird Fuses the Convenience of Digital with the Beauty of Print
Reality-Bending Car Ads
CarGurus Ad Features Melting Lego and Gourmet Chef Toddlers
Exclusive Gamer Gift Cards
Candy Crush Saga Gift Cards Share a 48-Hour Unlimited Lives Bonus
Women's Day-Inspired Handbag Collections
HIE Introduces a New International Women's Day Collection
Convenient Online Greeting Cards
Happy Tree Cards Makes Online Cards a More Collaborative Process
Expansive Valentine's Treat Ranges
The Mars Valentine's Day Products are Here for 2024
AI Email Marketing Campaigns
Emotsy Creates Personalized Campaigns for Stronger Digital Connection
Thoughtful Conversation Cards
Lumitory's Conversation Cards Offer Thought-Provoking Prompts
Mess-Free Sticker Stampers
Sticker WOW! Reimagines Play with Collectible, Refillable Stampers
Digital Experience Gifting
Memory Crate Lets Users Gift Coupons, Experiences, or Acts of Service
Digital Retailer Gifting Options
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Custom Holiday Ornaments
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College-Inspired Card Games
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Customized Membership Cards
Amaze Technologies Offers Digital Wallet Loyalty Solutions for Brands
In-Car Conversation Cards
Kelley Blue Book's "Car-fessional" Cards Inspire Family Connection
Exclusive Card Game Decks
Mattel Creations and Kartell Unveil Special Edition UNO Deck
Inspiring Creator-Focused Decks
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Interactive AR Galleries
Chips Ahoy's Happy By Design Campaign Spotlights Multicultural Artists
Digital Brainstorming Tools
Card Buddy Serves as an Online Space to Visualize Ideas and Thoughts
Cheeky Father's Day Promotions
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Year-Round Gummy Candy Gifts
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Quirky eCard Platforms
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Witty Plushie Toys
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AI Gift Note Writers
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Date Night Card Decks
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Sitcom-Style Thanksgiving Campaigns
Whipshots & Patti’s Good Life Teamed Up to Make New Traditions
Sporty Sympathy Cars
The Fireball Footbawl Cards Come with a Spicy Twist
AI-Written Printed Letters
SnappySnail Uses AI To Write and Send Letters
Pet-Inspired Proposal Initiatives
Chewy Celebrated Engaged Couples with Their Pets
AI Dating Support
Flirt Like a Pro Uses AI To Create Witty Responses to Romantic Texts
On-Demand Gift Deliveries
Just Eat and cardfactory Partnered to Offer Quick Gifts
Bar Cart Mascots
Tito's New Ad Series Features an Anthropomorphic Bar Cart with Mixology Skills
Daily Affirmation-Focused Cards
Joyful Hearts Co. Delivers Self-Confidence with Affirmation Cards
Festive Plantable Pencils
SproutWorld Debuts Festive Love Plantable Pencil Eight-pack Edition
Conversation-Starting Prompt Decks
Mingler Has Engaging Conversation Starters for Every Topic
Winter-Inspired Cleaning Supplies
Grove Co. Has Introduced a Winter Limited Edition Collection
Comedic Groundhog Day Campaigns
Lay's Flavor for Days Campaign Taps into Groundhog Day
Christmas Carols-Inspired Mail Stamps
Royal Mail Presents its New Festive Stamp Collection
Personalized Holiday Newsletters
Pics & Wishes is a Line of Multi-Media Greetings
Nature-Inspired Collections
arcana Boasts a Series of Thoughtful Gifts for the Holidays
Card-Sending App Features
Moonpig's Dating Game Invites its Users to Send Love Letters to Matches
Modern Business Card Scanners
Spreadly Scan Brings Networking to the Modern Age
Holiday Meal Savings Campaigns
The Dollar General 'Decked Out In Deals' Campaign is Cost-Conscious
Anonymous Letter Sending
Letters is a Charming Tool Allowing People to Send Letters in Secret
Milestone-Marking Relationship Maps
Lovecation Moments is the Perfect Valentine's Day Gift
Daily Inspirational Quotes
'Be Better' Injects Positivity into Your Home or Office Life
Love-Centric Public Service Announcements
Ad Council & R/GA Debut the Love Has No Labels Campaign
Anonymous Gratitude-Exchanging Platforms
'A Little Optimism' Let's People Share Weekly Gratitudes
Lighthearted Meme Apps
Goodday is a Meme App Designed to Inspire Happiness
Connective Daily Email Groups
Glory Morning Connects Like-Minded People Via Email
Sentimental AI Speech Writers
Toast Tracker Sends Well Wishes to Loved Ones
Romantic Date Night Questionnaires
LLV: Date Night Questions Poses a More Engaging Date Activity
Personalized Heartfelt Digital Greetings
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Business Slogan Generators
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Mental Health-Centric Contest Campaigns
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AI Love Letters
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Surprising Romantic Inspiration
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Inviting Family-Friendly Games
Q Mixers Releases the New Secret Holiday Bingo Cards and Cocktails