Shagun / Money Envelops - A Ritual In India

 Ceremonies, festivals and celebrations are an integral part of our life. Shagun is a ritual in India to give cash for the new beginning of life. It is never given in round figure, it always comes with plus one ( Rs 251/ Rs. 501/ Rs. 1001/ etc) because new beginning should start with new opening and not with a round zero.

A few decades back the Shagun in cash was given openly at functions/ ceremonies without an envelope for remembrance of the relative so that they can note down the name/ relation and the amount of gift. but now due to urbanization and industrialization this Shagun is given in a very refined manner through colorful envelops which are self addressed with special packaging according to the occasions like wedding, baby shower etc. A common practice in Indian weddings were people bless the bride and groom with Shagun  in designer envelops.

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Handmade cards - Its simple, easy and fun ......!!!

Card making is the art of making handmade personalized cards for special moments by putting a personal touch on its decoration. It is a creative activity and cards are considered to be nice gifts when given to someone. This activity does not require much of time or resources. Rather, one has to use very simple techniques coupled with the passion and lots of creativity and imagination. You can make very impressive cards by using very simple things you can find in your own home. You can use a piece of paper, a ribbon and a plastic bag to make a beautiful card.

Throughout the year we get several versions of cards, such as cards for birthdays, good luck, anniversaries, get-well-soon and so and so forth. It seems that cards have become a very integral part of our lives and one feels incomplete without the presence of card in any event or party, be it a the giver or the receiver.

Card making is one of the most interesting ways of spending your leisure time because it offers so much fun and enjoyment. When you are bored or are off from work but still have nothing to do, you can actually utilize your time doing this kind of activity because you get the opportunity to enhance the artistic side of you. Not only you can develop your skills in the field of art but you can as well be able to deliver important messages to your friends and loved ones with these special cards.

This card making activity may become your hobby or even a business. For your hobby, you can make use of it to express your creative imaginations and put them into art. You will be able to make your own designs and styles according to your personal preferences. You will have all the freedom to make the card in any kind of form.

In most instances, a hobby proceeds to fantastic business. This is so much exhilarating because you will be gaining profit with this type of business while allowing you to have all the time enjoying doing it. This kind of business will be sold out to various groups of individuals because they get the chance to request from you the designs that they want to have.

Handmade cards are very precious because you spend quality time in making them andindividuals whom you will be giving these wonderful cards will surely appreciate your effort and hard work. It is nice to please everyone with your card making effort and seeing them adore your work all the time.

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