Skip the predictable flowers and chocolates this year. These 13 thoughtful Valentine’s Day gifts and experiences are all about creating lasting memories—whether it’s a cozy self-care night, a first-date do-over, or learning a new skill together. And if you’ve saved years of love notes and Valentine’s Day cards, Cardkive is a keepsake-worthy way to turn them into a beautifully bound memory book.

After my mom passed away, the sympathy cards and letters we received became some of the most meaningful tributes to her life—but we didn’t have a clear way to preserve them. This post shares why those messages matter, why they’re so easy to lose in the fog of grief, and how the Cardkive Memorial Box turns sympathy cards into a lasting keepsake you can revisit when you’re ready.

Not sure what to do with old Christmas cards after the holidays? Turn your favorites into a chic coffee table memory book with Cardkive—so you can keep the handwriting, photos, and heartfelt notes without the clutter. Follow these simple steps to sort, send, customize, and display a keepsake you’ll actually want out year-round.

Searching for Hanukkah gifts that feel personal? Cardkive is a meaningful host gift - a memory book that preserves Hanukkah cards and holiday memories.

Choose the right holiday card template, prep photos for printing, compare printing options and timelines, and add unique touches—then preserve received cards with Cardkive.

Planning a photoshoot for your holiday cards? Get family photo ideas, posing tips, outfit guidance, and a packing list. Make unique holiday cards—then preserve them with Cardkive.photos? Get family photo ideas, posing tips, outfit guidance, and a packing list. Make unique holiday cards, then preserve them with Cardkive.

Looking for a wedding greeting card that stands out? Explore 10 unique wedding cards from indie designers – from charming watercolor illustrations to luxurious letterpress and quilled designs. These beautiful wedding cards are perfect for pairing with your wedding gift, plus a tip on preserving cards in a keepsake wedding card book.

Transform vows & wedding cards into a gorgeous first-anniversary book with Cards By Artkive. Learn the steps, timeline (5–8 weeks), and creative design tips for the perfect paper anniversary gift.