It's never too early to start thinking about your one-year-old's birthday. Whether it's in the spring or the fall, there are plenty of things you can do to bring him to that special day. One of the easiest ways is to use a combination of cards and birthday cards to create a special card for your little one.

Here's a look at how to make those cards:

One. To begin, you should design a card by using large sheets of paper that can be cut into the form of a card. You can use just a single sheet or you can make two or more by cutting additional pages from each of two double-sided cheap paper cards.

These cards are available at most craft stores or online. When making your child's card, be sure to leave ample white space between words and images so the child can read the card without having to stop reading midway through to check what is going on.

The key is to make sure you let the child draw on the card, even if you don't know how to read.

Two. Now that you've got your cards ready, it's time to start your card making adventure. Choose the design or type of cards you want to use--we'll talk about that a little later. Make sure to leave lots of white space so the child can color in his or her favorite details and then let your child write what he or she wants to say on the inside of the card.

Three. Now that you've got your cards designed, it's time to go shopping. Find some nice card stock so you can put your flowers right on it. Or you could find some beautiful ribbon and make the flowers the centerpieces of your card.

You can also sew colorful fabric flowers onto cardstock or other material for a more 3-D effect.

Four. Now it's time to write your message. Read the card again to make sure your child's idea of what you mean isn't obvious. Then, make small versions of what you're saying in big letters. Remember, smaller is better when it comes to children.

Five. Finally, print out your card and put it in the mailbox. The kids will love you for your effort and it will help you get some great ideas for their next birthday celebration. You might even find yourself becoming inspired by this crazy craft idea and start your own craft projects with flowers for birthdays.

In addition to being a fun craft project, giving kids flowers for birthdays with a bike is also meaningful. When you give an elaborate gift with lots of personal touches, it makes the recipient feel special. Most of all, the card shows that you put so much thought into the gift. Even better, by using flowers as your main craft material, you've gone a step further. The craft cards you can make with flowers are very classy, not like ordinary stickers or cards.

When you do this, you'll also impress your child and show them you put effort into something they will cherish forever. Remember, they will be getting a card that you have made with a flower that is very special. It's a gift they will remember for a long time to come. The fact that you took the time to do it shows that you care. Flower-embellished cards have long been a tradition in many families. If you can do it, so can your kids.

Making these cards can be a lot of fun. However, if you haven't done it before, it can seem intimidating. There are several things you need to keep in mind to make your creations look professional and to make them stand out. In addition, you want to make them as simple as possible because children aren't familiar with advanced card making techniques yet.

When you quill, cut or stamp your outline for your design with the cardstock. Don't forget to let your child know where they're going to cut in. You don't want lines cutting into the design when you make the final copy. T

hen, you'll just trim the edges. To finish it off, ink the design onto the card.

Kids love to see and hold the finished piece. As they play with it, you'll get amazed at how easy it is to make the cards. With practice, you'll soon discover what techniques work best for you. Kids will also be excited to receive the handmade gift they've helped make for someone special. Flower cards make an elegant way to say thank you for a special day.