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When birthdays roll around, I love knowing that I have a card stash to pull from that does not leave me in panic mode. Hallmark makes it easy and inexpensive for me to fill up my card stash with their cards starting at 47 cents. That way I am never left in a bind and running to the store for a card! Plus, spending less money on cards means I can spend more money on a wonderful present or a delicious cake!
Creating a Card Stash
For my card stash, I like to keep everything in one place that I need for mailing a card to family and friends. Therefore, I like to keep my cards, stamps, return address labels and a pen all together in a cute container or basket since it’s going to sit out on my desk. I also like to have a sheet of paper listing everyone’s birthdays in my container. I will even go as far as printing out address labels for my recipients that way I don’t have to print each one individually or go and find an address to write on the envelope. These little steps makes it easier to mail a card when the time comes.
Stocking Up On Cards
My favorite place to stock up on birthday cards is at Walmart because they are the only retailer to carry Hallmark cards starting at 47 cents. During a regular shopping trip to Walmart, I can swing by the card section and pick out several cards at the same time and not break the bank.
With so many different options to choose from they have something for everyone on your list. I like to choose a variety of funny cards and cards that could work for anyone. Something that I really love is that the price of the card is not listed on the back like many other lines. Which means the person receiving the card will not know that you only spent 47 cents.
Excuse me while I go and eat some cake, which may be the best part about birthdays! The next time you are at Walmart be sure to check out the selection of Hallmark cards starting at 47 cents.
Do you have a card stash? Or do you visit the store and purchase one for each birthday?
This is definitely something I need to do! I’m always running to stores last minute to buy cards!
It’s so handy to have cards on hand. The selection of Hallmark cards for 47 cents was impressive.
Having a card stash is such a good idea! I’m always in panic mode for birthdays and holidays since I don’t ever remember to bring cards for everyone until everyone else starts handing theirs out. I need to do this!! 🙂
Thanks Natalie! I hope having a card stash helps you out!
This looks like such an easy thing to do. I did not know that Walmart had Hallmark cards for .47 cents. Will definitely have to check into this. Thanks for sharing.
They have a really large selection of cards for 47 cents! I was impressed.
This is such a smart idea. I always have trouble getting cards in time and having them shipped to Germany or Poland on time is usually a fail on my part. I think I will start hoarding cards 🙂
Thank you Nicole! I hope it helps you get cards mailed out 🙂
This is such a great idea! I have some birthday cards I need to mail tomorrow!
Thank you. I hope you got your birthday cards mailed out Emily!
I’ve never seen cards for $.47. I will be on the lookout
My Walmart had a large selection. I was really impressed with the variety of cards.
Such a great tip! I am always buying cards last minute and really need to take a page out of your book.
xo katie // a touch of teal
Thanks Katie! I hope you create your own card stash.
I buy boxes of multiple cards when I see one I like and I love picking up thank you cards at TJ Maxx they are so cute and always a reasonable price. I like the idea of keeping stamps and everything you need in same place. I will start doing that.
That’s a great tip, thanks for sharing Teri!
I REALLY need to do this. It’s on my list of things to get done sometime this year. Since we live so far away our family, we mail cards for just about everything.
I hope you are able to create a card stash for yourself Sarah!
This is brilliant! Think of how many people will feel special because of your stash! Amazing! Thanks for linking up with us over at the Creative Inspiration Link Party!
Thank you Kristen!
Yes, I have a card stash. Which I can usually never find in time. 🙁
It’s a great idea to put everything together. I will try that.
Oh no! I hope having everything in one place helps! 🙂
What a great way to ensure that you always send cards out in time! #client
Thank you Kelly!
Hey what a neat idea to have them all ready for giving or mailing. You have found such good prices too. Thanks for bringing these ideas to #HomeMattersParty
Kathleen
Thank you Kathleen!
I had no idea that Walmart carried 47 cent Hallmark cards! I am horrible at remembering to sent cards. I’m not a card person at all. If it’s not funny, I don’t read it. I admit it. But I have older family members that do appreciate cards. I need to this. Also, thank you for the round about reminder that I forgot to pick up Father’s Day cards today. lol.
(visiting from Frugal Friday)
Thank you Julie! I love not having to spend a ton on a card because many people look at it and throw away, but they are cute enough for those who keep their cards too.
What a great idea! I need to do this!
Thank you!