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There's a Star Behind You!’ based in South East London is a small independent business offering an eclectic range of unique greeting cards with our own original designs and slogans. www.greetingcards4you.com

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There's a Star Behind You! @greetingcards.bsky.social · 10d

The card is a fantastic example of absurdist humor achieved through unexpected collage. It's likely intended as a birthday card or a general novelty card for someone with a quirky sense of humor, perhaps a lover of birds, vintage imagery, or the delightfully ridiculous. #GreetingCards #vintagecards

This greeting card is a wonderfully bizarre and humorous piece of digital collage art.

Who’s a pretty boy then? This classic phrase, usually reserved for talking to a pet bird, is made funny by the juxtaposition of the "pretty boy" budgie dressed as a sailor and the stiff, unamused Victorian gentleman sitting on a teacup. The ambiguity is the question for the bird or the man? creates the comedic tension.

The card is a fantastic example of absurdist humor achieved through unexpected collage. It's likely intended as a birthday card or a general novelty card for someone with a quirky sense of humor, perhaps a lover of birds, vintage imagery, or the delightfully ridiculous.

There's a Star Behind You! @greetingcards.bsky.social · 11d

The card has a striking, layered appearance, typical of mixed-media or digital collage art. The main subject is a woman with bright, coppery red hair, which is likely the source of the title "Ginger-licious." #GreetingCards #vintagecards #CardLovers #BirthdayCard #AnniversaryCard #ThankYouCard

There's a Star Behind You! @greetingcards.bsky.social · 13d

This greeting card has a whimsical, vintage-inspired design that evokes a sense of magic and wonder. .#GreetingCards #vintagecards #CardLovers #BirthdayCard #AnniversaryCard #ThankYouCard #GetWellSoonCard #SympathyCard #WeddingCard #NewBabyCard #HandmadeCards #CardOfTheDay  #GreetingCardDesign

This greeting card has a whimsical, vintage-inspired design that evokes a sense of magic and wonder. It features two fairy-like ballerinas dressed in elaborate costumes with orange and white layered skirts, delicate wings, and pink ballet slippers. The fairies appear to be gracefully floating or dancing in the air, each interacting gently with small birds perched on their hands.

The background is a dreamy blend of soft greens and purples, decorated with silhouettes of dandelions and floral patterns that add to the ethereal, enchanted garden atmosphere. At the top, a banner with ornate scrollwork in shades of purple carries the phrase “Make a Wish” in elegant script, inviting the viewer to dream or hope for something special.

The overall aesthetic merges Edwardian or early 20th-century photographic imagery with playful fantasy illustration, creating a nostalgic yet imaginative mood. It would make a lovely card for birthdays, celebrations, or any moment meant to inspire joy, hope, or a touch of magic.

There's a Star Behind You! @greetingcards.bsky.social · Aug 16

This card is a vintage-style Christmas greeting card featuring the theme "Silent Night" #GreetingCards #vintagecards #CardLovers #BirthdayCard #AnniversaryCard #ThankYouCard #GetWellSoonCard #SympathyCard #WeddingCard #NewBabyCard #HandmadeCards #CardOfTheDay  #GreetingCardDesign #GreetingCardDesign

This card is a vintage-style Christmas greeting card featuring the theme "Silent Night." The background shows a dreamy night sky filled with stars and soft clouds, enhanced with decorative snowflakes.

The foreground showcases ballerinas dressed in pastel pink tops and green tutus, with headpieces that resemble earmuffs, giving them a festive winter look. Their graceful ballet poses add an air of elegance and fantasy, almost as though they are dancing among the stars.

The card has an ornate border with flourishes in a frosty teal color, adding to its antique charm. At the top, the words "Silent Night" are displayed in a decorative, classical font, further emphasizing the holiday theme.

Overall, the design blends elements of nostalgia, whimsy, and Christmas magic, making it a charming and artistic holiday greeting.

There's a Star Behind You! @greetingcards.bsky.social · Aug 9

This card is a vintage-style “Thank You” greeting, combining early 20th-century photographic portraiture with ornate decorative elements. #GreetingCards #vintagecards #CardLovers #BirthdayCard #AnniversaryCard #ThankYouCard #GetWellSoonCard #SympathyCard #WeddingCard #NewBabyCard #HandmadeCards

This card is a vintage-style “Thank You” greeting, combining early 20th-century photographic portraiture with ornate decorative elements.

The central image is of a smiling woman holding a pink carnation, dressed in soft pastel clothing with fur trim. Her hair is adorned with bright yellow flowers and a green bird, adding a whimsical touch. The background features a warm golden halo-like glow that softens into a pale blue border.

Around the edges, intricate gold floral and bird motifs create an elaborate frame, evoking the look of embossed Victorian or Edwardian postcards. In the bottom center, the elegant script “Thanks Ever So” conveys gratitude in a charmingly old-fashioned way. Two small green birds near the corners add a playful, lighthearted element to the composition.

The overall effect is romantic, nostalgic, and decorative perfect for someone who enjoys vintage aesthetics and wants to express thanks with style and a touch of old-world charm.

There's a Star Behind You! @greetingcards.bsky.social · Aug 8

This card is lighthearted, quirky, and joyful. It’s perfect for someone who appreciates humor. #GreetingCards #vintagecards #CardLovers #BirthdayCard #AnniversaryCard #ThankYouCard #GetWellSoonCard #SympathyCard #WeddingCard #NewBabyCard #HandmadeCards #CardOfTheDay  #GreetingCardDesign

This card is lighthearted, quirky, and joyful. It’s perfect for someone who appreciates humor, birds, or anything adorably out-of-the-ordinary. The vintage and whimsical elements combine to create a one-of-a-kind birthday greeting that’s as fun and cheerful as the person it’s intended for.

There's a Star Behind You! @greetingcards.bsky.social · Aug 7

This card is a vibrant and whimsical vintage-style greeting card featuring a glamorous woman who exudes radiant confidence and celestial energy. #GreetingCards #vintagecards #CardLovers #BirthdayCard #AnniversaryCard #ThankYouCard #GetWellSoonCard #SympathyCard #WeddingCard #CardOfTheDay

There's a Star Behind You! @greetingcards.bsky.social · Aug 6

This card has a dreamy, vintage charm. It depicts a red-haired woman in a flowing, pale green dress reaching up toward a tree branch heavy with bright red apples. #GreetingCards #vintagecards #CardLovers #BirthdayCard #AnniversaryCard #ThankYouCard #GetWellSoonCard #SympathyCard #WeddingCard

There's a Star Behind You! @greetingcards.bsky.social · Aug 5

This romantic greeting card features a minimalist, artistic sketch of a couple sharing an intimate moment. #GreetingCards #vintagecards #CardLovers #BirthdayCard #AnniversaryCard #ThankYouCard #GetWellSoonCard #SympathyCard #WeddingCard #NewBabyCard #HandmadeCards #CardOfTheDay  #GreetingCardDesign

This romantic greeting card features a minimalist, artistic sketch of a couple sharing an intimate moment. The sketch is done in pinkscale, with bold red accents highlighting the woman's lips and the word "kisses," which trails from her mouth to the man's face, emphasizing the passion of the scene.

The card’s background is a soft pink, reinforcing the theme of love and affection. A pink hibiscus flower is added to the woman's hair, enhancing the romantic and exotic feel of the card.

"Kill me with kisses" This phrase conveys deep desire and affection, suggesting that the speaker welcomes overwhelming love and passion. It's a poetic and dramatic expression often used to evoke intense romantic feelings.

This card would be ideal for expressing passionate love or desire, perhaps on Valentine's Day, an anniversary, or simply to surprise a partner with a bold and loving sentiment.

There's a Star Behind You! @greetingcards.bsky.social · Aug 4

This birthday card is a charming and cheeky vintage-style greeting with a playful and theatrical flair. It features a hand-tinted photograph of a burlesque or cabaret performer. #GreetingCards #vintagecards #CardLovers #BirthdayCard #AnniversaryCard #ThankYouCard #GetWellSoonCard #SympathyCard

There's a Star Behind You! @greetingcards.bsky.social · Aug 3

This greeting card features a vintage-style black-and-white illustration of a man who is gagged and bound with rope, suggesting a dramatic or comedic kidnapping or hostage situation. #GreetingCards #vintagecards #CardLovers #BirthdayCard #AnniversaryCard #ThankYouCard #GetWellSoonCard

There's a Star Behind You! @greetingcards.bsky.social · Aug 1

This whimsical card titled "Tea for Tutu" blends surrealism, vintage aesthetics, and playful wordplay to create a delightful visual pun. #GreetingCards #vintagecards #CardLovers #BirthdayCard #AnniversaryCard #ThankYouCard #GetWellSoonCard #SympathyCard #WeddingCard #NewBabyCard #HandmadeCards

This whimsical card titled "Tea for Tutu" blends surrealism, vintage aesthetics, and playful wordplay to create a delightful visual pun. The central image features two ballerinas in pastel tutus—one in lavender and the other in pale blue—striking a classical ballet pose en pointe. Each dancer balances a piece of vintage tea ware on her head: a floral teapot topped with a bright blue bird on the left, and a pair of matching teacups on the right.

Beneath their feet are oversized porcelain teacups, acting as platforms, further emphasizing the tea-time theme. To the left, a towering display of cupcakes reinforces the festive, teatime atmosphere. The warm, softly textured background in hues of gold, orange, and teal adds a dreamy, painterly quality.

The phrase “TEA FOR TUTU”, a clever pun on "Tea for Two," ties everything together with charm and wit. This card would be perfect for a tea party invitation, a ballerina-themed celebration, or simply a cheerful greeting for someone who appreciates both dance and a touch of surreal humor.

There's a Star Behind You! @greetingcards.bsky.social · Jul 31

This card blends vintage aristocratic imagery with modern, quirky humor. #GreetingCards #vintagecards #CardLovers #BirthdayCard #AnniversaryCard #ThankYouCard #GetWellSoonCard #SympathyCard #WeddingCard #NewBabyCard #HandmadeCards #CardOfTheDay  #GreetingCardDesign #GreetingCardDesign

This card blends vintage aristocratic imagery with modern, quirky humor. The exaggerated fashion, tea-themed headwear, and cheeky reference to cake create a sense of both luxury and satire. It's perfect for someone who enjoys historical flair, whimsical aesthetics, or tongue-in-cheek humor.

There's a Star Behind You! @greetingcards.bsky.social · Jul 30

This card is a playful and whimsical encouragement card with a vintage cabaret flair. #GreetingCards #vintagecards #CardLovers #BirthdayCard #AnniversaryCard #ThankYouCard #GetWellSoonCard #SympathyCard #WeddingCard #NewBabyCard #HandmadeCards #CardOfTheDay  #GreetingCardDesign #GreetingCardDesign

This greeting card is a playful and whimsical encouragement card with a vintage cabaret flair. The central image features a can-can dancer in a pink and brown ruffled skirt, striking a classic pose with one leg lifted high and a bright pink flower adorning her hair. The background combines textured teal and green hues with faint musical notes, adding an artistic and slightly retro feel.

Surrounding the dancer is a stylized horseshoe design, decorated in shades of pink and brown with a camouflage-like pattern. Horseshoes are traditionally symbols of good luck, reinforcing the card's uplifting message.

There's a Star Behind You! @greetingcards.bsky.social · Jul 29

The "Daisy Chain" greeting card draws inspiration from the delicate act of weaving daisy flowers into a chain an age-old pastime symbolizing connection, innocence, and fleeting beauty. #GreetingCards #vintagecards #CardLovers #BirthdayCard #AnniversaryCard #ThankYouCard #GetWellSoonCard

There's a Star Behind You! @greetingcards.bsky.social · Jan 4

Me too - they always listen 😀

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There's a Star Behind You! @greetingcards.bsky.social · Dec 1

COMING SOON !!!! greetingcards4you.com