Illustratively Speaking: In A Nutshell Blog

The simplicity. The color. The skill. Oh baby! 

I love sharing the backstories behind my greeting cards. I especially love talking about my Snoring Greeting Card because I think so many of you get it. Snoring is one of those sounds that could literally drive you up a wall. Believe me, I sleep next to a habitual snorer. 

I’m not gonna lie. It's a real thrill when your cards are featured on a big news outlet like BuzzFeed. Not long ago, two of my cards were featured on BuzzFeed’s list of “23 Unconventional and Funny Valentines For That Special Person.”  

You’ve probably heard the advice: In relationships, it’s the little things that count. 

Sure, grand gestures and trips to the French Riviera are great, but it’s the smaller, day-to-day “stuff” that makes your relationship strong. 

I think that’s why I love greeting cards so much. With just a few words on a crisp piece of cardstock, you have the power to make someone happy, hopeful or horny. 

Valentine’s Day is all about romance. It’s about love and affection. It’s about flowers, candy, and heart-shaped everything. It’s about showing the one you love just how much they mean to you.

But let’s get real. You also want to get laid. 

Words are pretty amazing things. One off-handed compliment or friendly greeting from a stranger has the power to completely change your attitude.