Free National Grandparents Day Cards, Wrapping Paper and Clip Art
74Although Grandparents Day has been around since Marian McQuade initiated it in the 1970s, it hasn't really taken off like Mothers Day or Fathers Day. Even Jimmy Carter's official 1978 proclamation that said National Grandparents Day would be celebrated on the first Sunday after Labor Day hasn't made that many people sit up and take notice. It's a shame, because there's a wealth of experience and love to be had in the form of grandparents. That's why I created these National Grandparents Day cards, clip art images and wrapping paper / scrapbook papers. Perhaps their being available free will spur some people on to send some love to their elders.
I wish Grandparents Day had been around when my grandfather was alive; I would have loved to honor him for all he did for me. I guess my love and respect for him bore fruit in another way, though, when I founded an organization to match senior citizens with homeless children in child care settings. The idea was that seniors had the time, patience, experience and training to be of great value in the lives of children who had been damaged by the homeless experience.
The organization was founded in Los Angeles right about the time people in that city had had just about enough of hearing about the homeless problem. I worked hard on it, along with a great bunch of people who stepped up to help, but between the public backlash against the homeless and the myriad insurance and political issues involved, the organization eventually folded. Fortunately, other homeless organizations were already established and more prepared to handle the ups and downs of that type of project, so they were able to pick up the ball and run with it. So the idea was implemented, and that's all that matters.
Anyway, the point of that little trip down Memory Lane is that grandparents have a lot to offer. And they don't even have to be your grandparents. In our fast-food, youth-oriented society, some people have a tendency to dismiss anyone with wrinkles as being somehow less valuable. In fact, it's the opposite. So if you're lucky enough to still have your grandparents or if you even happen to know a grandparent or two, give them some love on the first Sunday after Labor Day. They've earned it.
To help you honor them, I've created free "Happy Grandparents Day" clip art that can also be used as greeting cards or e-cards. There are also three wrapping paper designs that can also be used as scrapbook papers. The images are below, along with the instructions for downloading them.
Free Grandparents Day Cards and Clip Art
Click thumbnail to view full-sizeFree Grandparents Day Wrapping Paper or Scrapbook Paper
Click thumbnail to view full-sizeBlank Greeting Cards from Amazon
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Hallmark Blank Greeting Cards Half-fold Matte Premium 20 Count
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Blank Greeting Cards and Envelopes, 5"X7" (Pack of 100)
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Avery Textured Half-Fold Greeting Cards for Inkjet Printers, Uncoated, 5.5 x 8.5 Inches, White, Box of 30 (03378)
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Geographics 44545 Blank greeting cards, 8-1/2x11, half-fold, white, 25 cards & 25 envelopes/pack
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Avery Personal Creations Textured Heavyweight Note Card and Envelopes, 4-1/4 x 5-1/2, 50 per Box (3379)
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Avery Quarter-Fold Greeting Cards for Inkjet Printers, 4.25 inches x 5.5 inches, White, Matte, Pack of 20 (3266)
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"A mother becomes a true grandmother the day she stops noticing the terrible things her children do because she is so enchanted with the wonderful things her grandchildren do." ~ by Lois Wyse
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Download Instructions for the Grandparents Day Cards, Clip Art and Wrapping / Scrapbook Paper
Choose a thumbnail version of any of the National Grandparents Day cards, clip art and wrapping / scrapbook papers. When you click on one, it will appear larger.
IMPORTANT: Once you've chosen an image and see it
larger, double-click on the larger image, which will make the best
version of the art appear.
Then, if you use a Mac, control-click the image until you get a pop-up menu with an option to save the file. If you have a PC, right-click and save the artwork to your hard drive.
Note: The clip art images can also be used as greeting cards. For the best results, use pre-cut, pre-scored card stock you can get at a craft or stationary store, or from the Amazon links in this hub. Just download the image you want and print it on the front of the card. You can also use 8-1/2" x 11" card stock but you will have to cut the card down to size yourself.
Terms of Use
Feel free to download these printable clip art, cards and wrapping / scrapbook images for your own use in scrapbooks, handmade cards and other crafts, and on Web pages, blogs, fliers or other materials. You may also use them on commercial sites or print pieces as backgrounds or embellishments, even if they promote a product or service. But you may not sell these images, give them away as a collection or incorporate them into products without permission. If you have a special request, though, I might be open to it. So please don't hesitate to ask by contacting Carla at info [@] vintageholidaycrafts [.com].
Also, please note that I have little control over which ads appear on this page.
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If you use these images, I would appreciate a link back to this page using the following code or text:
<a href="http://hubpages.com/_clipart/hub/national-grandparents-day">Grandparents Day cards and wrapping paper</a>
If you don't know how to use the HTML code above, please use this link:
http://hubpages.com/_clipart/hub/national-grandparents-day
... and link it from one of the phrases below:
National Grandparents Day cards
Grandparents Day clip art
Grandparents Day wrapping paper
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Check out the Free Clip Art Sourcebook, which contains links to my collection of free clip art and scrapbook images. No registration required and all the images are FREE!
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Dates for National Grandparents Day 2009-2019
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2009
| September 13
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2010
| September 12
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2011
| September 11
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2012
| September 9
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2013
| September 8
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2014
| September 7
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2015
| September 13
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2016
| September 11
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2017
| September 10
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2018
| September 9
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2019
| September 8
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Grandparents Day Gifts from Amazon
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Grand in Grandparents Photo Frame - Gift for Grandparents
Price: $11.99
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HAPPY GRANDFATHER Mens Pajamas Loungewear Set - Medium
Price: $42.00
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Coffee Cup Shaped Gourmet Basket - Great Grandparents Day or Christmas Holiday Gift Idea for Men or Women
Price: $59.99
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I Get My Good Looks from My Grandpa - Picture Frame Gift
Price: $7.99
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Maltese Cotton Puppy Dog Breed Animal Socks 9-11
Price: $9.99
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Golf Themed Gift Basket - Great Grandparents Day or Christmas Holiday Gift Idea for Golfers
Price: $65.99
List Price: $120.00 |
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Butterfly Kisses for Grandma and Grandpa
Price: $12.20
List Price: $16.95 |
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Personalized Family Name Picture Frame
Price: $32.00
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Sharp SPC355 Atomic Digital Wall Clock (Silver)
Price: $28.21
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Credits
The clip art, wrapping paper designs and Website content for this page were developed by Carla Chadwick of B2B Content Solutions.
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The images were designed in Picnik, the free online graphics program that requires no registration. If you'd like to learn how to create your own free clip art, please see the tutorial on my WordPlay blog that details how to make clip art with Picnik.
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Grandparents in the News
- Heritage Academy holds Grandparents DayThe Herald-Mail8 hours ago
Grandparents of Heritage Academy students were invited to spend the day at the school Oct. 29.
- More than 5,000 people celebrate Grandparents' Day at carnivalChannel NewsAsia20 hours ago
SINGAPORE: It was Grandparents' Day on Sunday, and more than 5,000 people came out to celebrate it.
- Grandparents play key role in early lifeRed Bluff Daily News16 hours ago
A grandparent's love and support has a positive impact on children, particularly in the early years of a child's life. According to the Foundation for Grandparenting, when kids develop a strong bond with their grandparents, they feel more stable and even do better in school.
- Grandparents can play vital roles in children's livesCape Cod Times33 hours ago
Whether living in the same house or across the country, grandparents can be teachers, historians, role models, confidants or the person who spoils you - just a little - when you most need a boost.
- Wii video game turns suburban seniors into bowling champsDaily Herald4 hours ago
If a third grade boy played his grandparents in a Nintendo Wii video game, who do you think would win? ou might want to put your money on the seniors. The Wii Sports bowling game has become wildly popular in local retirement homes and senior centers, turning many suburban seniors into video game bowling pros.
- Grans are rescuing our childrenDaily Telegraph7 hours ago
A GENERATION of children lost in the Australian judicial system is being raised by their grandparents because their parents are unfit to look after them.
- Families fighting for their kidsDaily Telegraph8 hours ago
MOTHERS, fathers and grandparents come to court on Fridays to fight for their kids.
- Grandparents DayProvo Daily Herald3 days ago
Grandparents are invited to visit their students at Lindon Elementary on Grandparents’ Day, Nov. 24. Spend time with students in grades K-2 at 9:15 a.m., and with students in grades 3-6 at 10 a.m. V
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Comments
Thanks, R Burow. What a nice thing to say. :-)
I was not fortunate to see any of my grandpapa.When is grandmamas day?.
Hi, Nzung. I don't think there's a Grandmamas Day. There's just Grandparents Day, which covers all grandparents. :-)
Great displays and ideas....
Thanks, Nancy. :-)
Great idea you have!!!
Thanks.
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R Burow says:
3 months ago
You always have such enjoyable hubs. Thanks.