Decorative Patterns Greeting Cards

Text on the reverse side:The yellow rose represents happiness. Associated with the sun, it is symbolic of lifting the spirit and expressing joy and...

Text on the reverse side:Japanese camellia, or tsubaki in Japanese, is one of the best known species of the genus Camellia. The flower represents l...

Text on the reverse side:The crane is revered as a national treasure in Japan, and has long been seen as a symbol of longevity and good fortune, as...

Text on the reverse side:The circle represents the universe and the infinite nature of energy. As a basic symbol of protection, it is a symbol of i...

Text on the reverse side:The pink rose symbolises recognition and gratitude as well as grace and joy. By English embroidery designer, Mary "May" Mo...

Text on the reverse side:The English name "strawberry" comes from the Anglo-Saxon "streoberie". Symbolic of perfection and righteousness, strawberr...

Text on the reverse side:According to Greek mythology, the peacock was a physical representation of Hera, the Queen of the Gods. Mainly found in As...

Text on the reverse side:The long life of the wisteria flower bestows the symbolic meaning of immortality and longevity. In particular, the blue an...

Text on the reverse side: The cranes symbolise elegance and longevity. The insignia ‘hyungbae’ system displayed the ranks of officials in the Jose...

Text on the reverse side:The 16th century saw an increasing popularity and availability of printed books. Patterns texts alongside samplers, allowe...

Text on the reverse side:Bats have sometimes been called “Guardians of the Night”. They symbolise the underworld but also rebirth and return to lif...

Text on the reverse side: Ivy and flowers from ‘The Garden of Eden’ Tudor embroidery. The ivy, with its ability to cling to any surface, represent...

Text on the reverse side:Leaves depict hope, renewal, and revival, and are symbolic of growth. Pattern from an antique Japanese book "Collection of...

Text on the reverse side:Made during the Qing dynasty in the 18th Century, the embroidery is full of auspicious birds and plants, from the peace br...

Text on the reverse side:This decoration from a Chinese ceramic plate is filled with symbols of the bat, fingered citron, peach, pomegranate, which...

Text on the reverse side:Ducks symbolise protection, adaptability, emotional strength and the gift of intuition, whilst representing the importance...

Text on the reverse side:The swan is symbol of beauty, love, grace, loyalty and trust. The katniss is an aquatic plant with arrowhead shaped leaves...

Text on the reverse side:The 16th century saw the introduction of patterns publications, which alongside samplers, allowed amateur embroiderers to ...

Text on the reverse side:By British textile designer and potter William Morris (1834-1896). This pattern was designed for the walls of the drawing ...

Text on the reverse side:By the Japanese painter and poet, Yumeji Takehisa (1884-1934). The Japanese camellia ("tsubaki" in Japanese) is one of the...

Text on the reverse side:The greatest number of De Morgan’s works are based on flowers, usually in combination with leaves. Here some yellow daisie...

Text on the reverse side: Ivy and flowers from ‘The Garden of Eden’ Tudor embroidery. The ivy, with its ability to cling to any surface, represent...

Text on the reverse side: Taken from ‘The Garden of Eden’ embroidery. Pomegranates represent life, sanctity, prosperity and wealth. Lemons represe...

Text on the reverse side: The rose is often depicted in reference to the Tudor monarchy, represented in the form of the Tudor rose. The flower is ...

Text on the reverse side:The continuous circular pattern represents happiness and luck. The lily and peony flowers, often used in early 20th centur...

Text on the reverse side:The Chinese embroidery in silk shows the lord of all the realms makes an appearance: the Dragon, which according to Chines...

Text on the reverse side:Coifs were worn as close-fitting caps. Embroidered patterns like this one, with birds, flowers, and insects were extremely...

Text on the reverse side:The morning glory flower was first discovered in China for its medicinal uses and was later introduced to the Japanese who...

Text on the reverse side:Symbolising innocence, modesty and love, the violet can also symbolise faith and spirituality. The columbine flowers symbo...

Text on the reverse side:Tiles of glazed earthenware by English potter and tile designer William de Morgan (1839-1917). Peacocks with their gracef...

Text on the reverse side:The pomegranate symbolises righteousness, representing life in many cultures. In the Middle Ages, the resemblance to an im...

Text on the reverse side:British textile designer and potter William Morris (1834-1896) incorporated the natural world, in particular the British w...

Text on the reverse side:By the British textile designer, poet and novelist, William Morris (1834-1896). Various faith regard the vine as a sacred ...

Text on the reverse side:The illustration from British Wild Flowers in their Natural Colour and Form by the Revd Professor Henslow, captures the sp...

Text on the reverse side:Trivia: Saekdong, meaning "colourful stripes," symbolises harmony, vitality, and auspiciousness in Korean culture. Red rep...

Text on the reverse side:Symbolic of immortality of the soul and healing, the acanthus is a decorative motif that was highly popular particularly d...