The size, types, and emotional impact of birthday cards depend upon who you are getting birthday cards for. Walmart and other discount stores are the easiest ways to find inexpensive cards. For those that would prefer to spend more money on their loved ones, and would like something more extravagant, there are specialty stores - Hallmark, for example - that offer such cards.
Online is another good place to buy great birthday cards; many of these can be bought in print and in bulk. You can also use online stores to send cards electronically via email; many websites allow you to add a custom message to your e-card. You’ll have to register to send an e-card at most of these sites; registration is free at many places and allows you access to the inventory which may include musical and animated cards.
One thing that is becoming very common is hand made birthday cards; you can find these at flea markets and craft shops. Other places they can be found include wholesale clubs, such as Sam’s Club or Costco. Some stay away from handmade cards because they think they will be too expensive, but cards can be purchased at a decent rate in many places. The typical rate of such cards is between ten to thirty dollars per box.

Whether searching for a children’s birthday card at age one or at age eighteen, the variety of birthday cards makes certain you will find one that matches your needs. Cards are also made to celebrate the 21st and 30th birthdays, as well as birthday number 40, 50, 60, 70, and 80. You may be able to special order cards for people who turn 90 and 100, as those are not as easily produced in a society that does not live as long.
Special occasion, or themed cards are fun, and many people enjoy giving cards with messages such as ‘over the hill’. ..unfortunately the government has failed to allocate funds to your maintenance” was the message of my father’s over the hill birthday card, for instance. Because these cards are written to be funny, they typically make older people - men in particular - feel better about aging.
Of course, themed birthday cards are also popular for the younger generation, both for the very young and the type that are old enough to appreciate sexually suggestive women, alcohol messages or crude gestures. If the child in your life enjoys Disney, a Disney themed card - which include Aladdin, Disney Princesses, Cars, and assorted other movie favorites - may be the answer. Often, Disney cards are not only fun to read, but to play with as well, as they are feature pop-up features and musical cards. Of course, the best way to learn more about birthday cards is to visit the card aisle at any department store, discount store, or specialty store such as Hallmark.


