Botanical Gel Plate Greeting Cards
Make beautiful greeting cards using fresh leaves, a gel plate, and acrylic paint. 🌿💌
Why handmade cards matter
There is nothing quite like opening a card that someone made by hand. It feels personal, thoughtful, and memorable. In this course you will turn simple leaves into elegant botanical prints that become keepsake greeting cards for birthdays, thank yous, and every little hello.
What you’ll make
A set of one-of-a-kind botanical greeting cards using fresh leaves like ferns and Solomon’s seal, acrylic paint, and a gel plate. Expect crisp leaf silhouettes, layered color, and subtle textures that feel refined and artful.
What you’ll learn
Gel plate basics and how to get clean, consistent impressions
How to choose and position leaves for the best results
Rolling paint and building layers for depth and variation
Ghost prints and variations for multi-layer cards
Color choices that make your cards pop
What’s included
Over two hours of step-by-step video lessons
Indefinite, unlimited access so you can revisit anytime
Private Facebook group to share your work, ask questions, and connect with other makers. Ongoing feedback from me in the group — I’ll be answering questions and commenting on your prints
Clear guidance suited for beginners and seasoned makers alike
General Materials list
Gel plate and brayer
Acrylic paints, OPEN recommended
Fresh leaves such as ferns, tree leaves and whatever flat, fresh leaves you have in your surrounds
Blank greeting cards and envelopes
Copy paper
Wet wipes
(A full, downloadable list provided upon registration)
Who this course is for
Anyone creative who loves the beauty of nature and the pleasure of giving thoughtful handmade cards. No printmaking experience needed.
How it works
Register below then watch the supply list video and download the supply list. Then, gather your materials and watch the videos at your own pace. Pause, rewind, and print along with me as many times as you like. Most importantly, mail your beautiful cards to people you care about!
Optionally, share your results in our private Facebook group, get feedback, and enjoy being part of a creative community. I can’t wait to see what you create!
