Photo tips from Hallmark designers
Nothing can make us smile quite like a baby photo. And that's why putting a photo of your baby on a paper card, e-card or party plate is always a winner.
Whether you want your baby photo to make people say "Ha!" or "Awwwwwww!" there are tried-and-true themes you can use.
For making people laugh, try these:
Costumes—a biker, a clown, a ballerina, or something holiday-appropriate, like Santa Claus or the Easter Bunny
Pets—riding the dog like a pony? A nose lick from the kitty? Chasing the hamster?
Baths—in a tub with lots of suds or a wading pool.
Food Mess—somehow, food that misses the mouth and ends up smeared on the face always gets a laugh.
Wacky Expressions—wide eyes, angry fist shaking, or total "huh?" look—these are comedy gold.
If you're going for the sweet and cuddly, try these:
Napping—there's nothing more angelic than a sleeping baby!
Smiley Face—who can resist baby happiness? Nobody, that's who.
Favorite Toy—baby hugging teddy bear...need we say more?
Mom—a mother holding her child is a classic. Or how about dad, a brother, a sister, an aunt...anyone you hold dear.
Costumes/Pets—these can work for sweet as well as for laughs.
Just about any photo you use on a card can also be used to personalise a party plate. So you could make your party plates coordinate with your invitations.
Whatever you choose, it's bound to be a big hit. After all, isn't your baby the most beautiful, smart, and funny baby in the world?