As a child the holidays seemed to be missing something for me, as an adult I endeavor to celebrate every holiday known to mankind…after all, if we’re One Big Global Family, that’s a lot of Holidays!
In my desire to create holiday cards that speak to your inner child, I set out on a cyber quest to see just how greeting card giving all began for some inspiration! 
To my surprise it all began with a gentleman by the name of Sir Henry Cole, who lived in England during the 1800’s. Sir Henry Cole, like myself, initially created each card by hand and probably unique to the receiver. However his family and circle of friends grew beyond his ability to continue creating, handcrafted cards and so he commissioned John Calcott Horsley to create a Christmas design that he could more easily use when sending his sentiments off to their destinations.
However, Louis Prang, an immigrant from Germany, can be credited for the popularity of the American Christmas card when in 1881 he began producing quality greeting cards from his quaint lithograph shop – and is affectionately known as The Father of the American Christmas card!
Wow! Im in good company on this one…haha!
My personal desire is to create stunning greeting cards that are jaw-dropping works of art! And I believe Im on the correct path with our handcrafted couture greeting card. When you want to give a work of Art and not just a plain card…think about US! Because Blac Gurlz Ink is NOT your ordinary greeting card!
Happy Holidays Everyone!!
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