Why not make this Mother’s Day extra special by sending a handmade message card? There’s something truly heartfelt about a card crafted with your own hands.

We’ve teamed up with the talented artist Ms. Rachel  to bring you some inspiring ideas for creating your own Mother’s Day  card.

■Ideas for creating your own Mother’s Day card by Rachel(@rachelwetk）

1. Plan Your Artwork

・Color Palette Study: Before you start your illustration, spend some time mixing and matching colors. This can help you create beautiful gradients that enhance the visual appeal of your card.

・Illustration Outline: Use a mechanical pencil to lightly sketch out your drawing. This allows for more precise lines, which is particularly helpful when working with watercolors.

2. Bring Your Design to Life

・Color Gradient: Apply a watercolor gradient technique to achieve a stunning visual effect.

・Lovely Message: Write a heartfelt and affectionate message to your mom using a GELLY ROLL.

3. Add the Final Touches

・Add Sparkle: To give your card an extra bit of magic, add some sparkling stars using GELLY ROLL to give more life to your drawing

■The Joy of Handwriting by Rachel(@rachelwetk）

“Ever since I was young, I’ve had a deep affection for handwriting. I engage in daily journaling and consistently send personalized handwritten cards to my friends and family for special occasions. Sakura’s pens wonderfully facilitate this passion. They make it incredibly easy to bring life to handwriting through various styles, textures, and color shades on any surface. I particularly adore using the GELLY ROLL for crafting prominent titles and highlighting significant events in my calendar. For smaller text and detailed sketches, I turn to PIRMA Micron. Their precision is perfect for adding intricate touches.”

■Praise for the Koi Watercolor Set by Rachel(@rachelwetk）

I received my first Sakura 24 metallic and fluorescent Koi watercolor palette last July, and it has been the best gift ever. The metallic colors offer the ability to create stunning illustrations with brilliant and unique shades unlike anything I’ve seen in other palettes I own. The palette’s compact and lightweight design is perfect for adding a touch of magic to my quick sketches, both outdoors and indoors. The watercolors are of exceptional quality, suitable for both advanced artists and beginners. They are incredibly light, and the paint activates effortlessly with just a small amount of water. I’m also thrilled to have had the chance to test the 96 studio Koi watercolor set, which expands my creative possibilities with an even broader range of color shades.”

We hope these tips inspire you to create a memorable card that conveys your deepest feelings. There’s no better gift than something made from the heart, and a personalized card does just that. Happy crafting and Happy Mother’s Day!