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Welcome to the Love Kates blog on our Love Kate's website! We'll use this blog for a variety of purposes, including:

  • Announcements about new products and offers.
  • Whatever else we feel like talking about!

Latest Blog Posts

A white square greeting card with quilling botanical themed designs on the front in hanging pots with a green envelope laying on a dark wooden surface

The Art of Quilling: Handmade Cards to Treasure...

Ever wondered what makes quilled greeting cards so special? Explore the fascinating history of quilling, discover how these intricate paper artworks are handcrafted, and learn why they have become treasured...

The Art of Quilling: Handmade Cards to Treasure for Every...

Ever wondered what makes quilled greeting cards so special? Explore the fascinating history of quilling, discover how these intricate paper artworks are handcrafted, and learn why they have become treasured...

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Love Kate's character collection featuring a colourful Mr. Men Little Miss pop up card floating on cartoon clouds and a Hello Kitty and Miffy birthday greeting card on a pink cloud

Meet The Characters: Hello Kitty, Miffy, Mr. Me...

Introducing our ever-growing character collection, brimming with delightful cartoon favourites we all know and love. From the playful charm of Mr. Men Little Miss to the timeless sweetness of Hello...

Meet The Characters: Hello Kitty, Miffy, Mr. Men & Little...

Introducing our ever-growing character collection, brimming with delightful cartoon favourites we all know and love. From the playful charm of Mr. Men Little Miss to the timeless sweetness of Hello...

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Two pastel gift boxes filled with pink shredded paper sit open side by side. Each contains floral items, small gifts, and a pink envelope reading “Happy Mother’s Day.” Hands place cards inside as confetti scatters between them.

Letterbox Gifts To Send To Mum For Mother's Day...

Mothering Sunday is a moment in the year that invites us to celebrate the incredible women who have shaped our lives. It’s a chance to honour the person who has...

Letterbox Gifts To Send To Mum For Mother's Day - POSTED!

Mothering Sunday is a moment in the year that invites us to celebrate the incredible women who have shaped our lives. It’s a chance to honour the person who has...

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Valentine's Day Gift Guide Blog Post

The Sweetest Valentine’s Day Gift Guide: Cards,...

This Valentine's Day, it's all about creating moments that show how much someone means to you—whether with a sweet treat, heartfelt words, a cuddly gift, or a magical surprise.

The Sweetest Valentine’s Day Gift Guide: Cards, Chocolate...

This Valentine's Day, it's all about creating moments that show how much someone means to you—whether with a sweet treat, heartfelt words, a cuddly gift, or a magical surprise.

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Coming up in 2026 - Save the date

Special Dates Your Calendar For 2026!

Start 2026 by filling your new diary with special moments, important dates, and little acts of kindness. Make this year all about celebrating connections, creating keepsakes and spreading joy.

Special Dates Your Calendar For 2026!

Start 2026 by filling your new diary with special moments, important dates, and little acts of kindness. Make this year all about celebrating connections, creating keepsakes and spreading joy.

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Love Kate's Christmas Cards & Gift Guide For the perfect Xmas card

Find the Perfect Card & Gift – Kate’s Christmas...

Christmas is nearly here, and there’s no better time to spread a little joy through the post. From wow-factor pop-ups and delicious treat trays to thoughtful gifts, cosy socks, and...

Find the Perfect Card & Gift – Kate’s Christmas Gift Guide

Christmas is nearly here, and there’s no better time to spread a little joy through the post. From wow-factor pop-ups and delicious treat trays to thoughtful gifts, cosy socks, and...

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POSTED! Thoughtful Letterbox Gifts for Every Occasion

POSTED! Thoughtful Letterbox Gifts for Every Oc...

Discover POSTED! our brand-new collection of thoughtful letterbox gifts designed to slip straight through the door and brighten someone’s day. From birthdays and Christmas to Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, or...

POSTED! Thoughtful Letterbox Gifts for Every Occasion

Discover POSTED! our brand-new collection of thoughtful letterbox gifts designed to slip straight through the door and brighten someone’s day. From birthdays and Christmas to Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, or...

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Infinity brands Paddington Bear, Snoopy, Mr. Men

Infinity Brands: Nostalgic Gift Ideas for All Ages

Explore nostalgic gifts with the Infinity Brands collection. From Paddington Bear to Snoopy and Mr. Men tins, these keepsake treats make thoughtful Christmas gift ideas or birthday gifts that will...

Infinity Brands: Nostalgic Gift Ideas for All Ages

Explore nostalgic gifts with the Infinity Brands collection. From Paddington Bear to Snoopy and Mr. Men tins, these keepsake treats make thoughtful Christmas gift ideas or birthday gifts that will...

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Activity Cards: Perfect For Kids' Birthdays!

Activity Cards: Perfect For Kids' Birthdays!

Looking for a birthday card that’s more than just a message? Activity cards for kids come with fun surprises like peel-and-stick patches, colouring designs, and temporary tattoos — turning a...

Activity Cards: Perfect For Kids' Birthdays!

Looking for a birthday card that’s more than just a message? Activity cards for kids come with fun surprises like peel-and-stick patches, colouring designs, and temporary tattoos — turning a...

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Everyday chocolate treat tray greeting card

Introducing Our Scrumptious Treat Tray Greeting...

Discover a delightful new way to send love and joy. Our Treat Tray Greeting Cards combine charming 3D pop up designs with a hidden tray of indulgent chocolates—thoughtful, fun, and...

Introducing Our Scrumptious Treat Tray Greeting Cards

Discover a delightful new way to send love and joy. Our Treat Tray Greeting Cards combine charming 3D pop up designs with a hidden tray of indulgent chocolates—thoughtful, fun, and...

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Celebrate Every Moment with a Balloon in a Box Surprise!

Celebrate Every Moment with a Balloon in a Box ...

Whether it's a birthday, anniversary, or just because, Love Kate’s Balloon in a Box surprises deliver joy straight to their door. Discover how these floating moments turn ordinary occasions into...

Celebrate Every Moment with a Balloon in a Box Surprise!

Whether it's a birthday, anniversary, or just because, Love Kate’s Balloon in a Box surprises deliver joy straight to their door. Discover how these floating moments turn ordinary occasions into...

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Easter cards and decorations for the perfect Easter weekend

Hop into Easter Fun: Cards, Gifts and More!

Kate is here to help you discover the perfect cards, thoughtful gifts, and delightful touches to make this Easter truly unforgettable!

Hop into Easter Fun: Cards, Gifts and More!

Kate is here to help you discover the perfect cards, thoughtful gifts, and delightful touches to make this Easter truly unforgettable!

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Artists

  • Meet Love Kate's New Artist Tabitha Corbet - lady in red cozzy travel collection and animals from around the world

    Meet Tabitha Corbett – Introducing Tabby and He...

    We are thrilled to announce the arrival of a very special card range designed by the incredibly talented artist, Tabitha Corbet. Also, a valued member of the Love Kate's family...

    Meet Tabitha Corbett – Introducing Tabby and Her New Rang...

    We are thrilled to announce the arrival of a very special card range designed by the incredibly talented artist, Tabitha Corbet. Also, a valued member of the Love Kate's family...

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  • Fred and Penelope Funny Card of the Day

    Fred and Penelope Funny Card of the Day

    Fred & Penelope are a big hit with Kate's Facebook fans and " Funny Card of the Day" posts, so we thought we'd feature the antics of Fred and Penelope...

    Fred and Penelope Funny Card of the Day

    Fred & Penelope are a big hit with Kate's Facebook fans and " Funny Card of the Day" posts, so we thought we'd feature the antics of Fred and Penelope...

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  • Jo Grundy

    Jo Grundy

    Meet our featured artist Jo Grundy. Find out more about what inspires her artwork and why "A Bright Day By The Sea" is Kate's favourite greeting card design...

    Jo Grundy

    Meet our featured artist Jo Grundy. Find out more about what inspires her artwork and why "A Bright Day By The Sea" is Kate's favourite greeting card design...

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Be Inspired

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Behind The Scenes

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Calendars

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Conversations

  • Royal Mail 1st class postage stamps in a blue booklet on a table with a pen and coffee

    Sorry Royal Mail, your postage stamp prices wil...

    As the price of postage increases, we take a look at why card sending has helped us stay connected through the years and why you shouldn't let the cost of...

    Sorry Royal Mail, your postage stamp prices will not stop...

    As the price of postage increases, we take a look at why card sending has helped us stay connected through the years and why you shouldn't let the cost of...

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  • Send a letter from Santa

    Send a letter from Santa

    Capturing the excitement and expectation in a child's eye as they anxiously wait to hear from Santa has inspired our team of elves to create something truly special for 2022.

    Send a letter from Santa

    Capturing the excitement and expectation in a child's eye as they anxiously wait to hear from Santa has inspired our team of elves to create something truly special for 2022.

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  • A Birthday Card Fit for Royalty!

    A Birthday Card Fit for Royalty!

    Today it was announced that Princess Beatrice has named her daughter Sienna Elizabeth Mapelli Mozzi and luckily for the princess, we have a personalised singing birthday card ready and waiting...

    A Birthday Card Fit for Royalty!

    Today it was announced that Princess Beatrice has named her daughter Sienna Elizabeth Mapelli Mozzi and luckily for the princess, we have a personalised singing birthday card ready and waiting...

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Events

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Featured Brands

  • Politically Incorrect Sound Cards

    Politically Incorrect Sound Cards

    A collection of very innovative celebrity cards, from Gordon Ramsay to Ant and Dec, with a slightly cheeky but memorable sound message.

    Politically Incorrect Sound Cards

    A collection of very innovative celebrity cards, from Gordon Ramsay to Ant and Dec, with a slightly cheeky but memorable sound message.

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  • Get Set Make Creative Fun for Crafty Kids

    Get Set Make Creative Fun for Crafty Kids

    We are thrilled to announce that we are now working with the new brand, 'Get Set Make' Creative Fun for Crafty Kids - No mess, no glue, no scissors, no...

    Get Set Make Creative Fun for Crafty Kids

    We are thrilled to announce that we are now working with the new brand, 'Get Set Make' Creative Fun for Crafty Kids - No mess, no glue, no scissors, no...

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  • Love Kate's Boofle Cards

    Love Kate's Boofle Cards

    Why not make a statement and express yourself with one of our Boofle Cards? Whether we want to say sorry, thank you, I love you or wish someone all the...

    Love Kate's Boofle Cards

    Why not make a statement and express yourself with one of our Boofle Cards? Whether we want to say sorry, thank you, I love you or wish someone all the...

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Gift Ideas

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How To

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Kate's Top Picks

  • Kate’s Top Reviews Of The Month: June & July 2024 with 5 pink stars at the bottom of the page and gold stars and streamers surrounding it

    Kate’s Top Reviews Of The Month: Summer 2024

    Introducing our “Kate's Top Reviews of the Month” spotlight. If your review stands out to Kate, you’ll be rewarded with a generous 2,000 VIP points—enough for free shipping or other...

    Kate’s Top Reviews Of The Month: Summer 2024

    Introducing our “Kate's Top Reviews of the Month” spotlight. If your review stands out to Kate, you’ll be rewarded with a generous 2,000 VIP points—enough for free shipping or other...

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  • Pop Up Cards More Collectable Than A Regular Card

    Pop Up Cards More Collectable Than A Regular Card

    Pop Up Cards are more collectable than a regular card, Love Kate's Pop Ups and 3D greeting cards offer customers a huge variety and uniqueness.

    Pop Up Cards More Collectable Than A Regular Card

    Pop Up Cards are more collectable than a regular card, Love Kate's Pop Ups and 3D greeting cards offer customers a huge variety and uniqueness.

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  • Pop Up Christmas Cards

    Pop Up Christmas Cards

    We know that there are plenty of options when it comes to choosing Christmas cards, but don't you want to do something a little different this year? Make this Christmas...

    Pop Up Christmas Cards

    We know that there are plenty of options when it comes to choosing Christmas cards, but don't you want to do something a little different this year? Make this Christmas...

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Messages From Kate

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Special Offers

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Why do we celebrate?

  • Why do we send Easter Cards? With a clever cube unique easter card and cute bunny with easter eggs basket

    Why do we send Easter cards?

    People have been sending Easter cards since the 1870s, so we decided to take a deeper look at why this tradition is still so important today.

    Why do we send Easter cards?

    People have been sending Easter cards since the 1870s, so we decided to take a deeper look at why this tradition is still so important today.

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  • Do you know how the giving and receiving of Christmas cards began?

    Do you know how the giving and receiving of Chr...

    The giving and receiving of Christmas cards are something that many of us have grown up with and it is an ideal way to keep in touch with relatives and...

    Do you know how the giving and receiving of Christmas car...

    The giving and receiving of Christmas cards are something that many of us have grown up with and it is an ideal way to keep in touch with relatives and...

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  • Chocolate eggs at Easter?

    Chocolate eggs at Easter?

    Easter's all about celebrating Holy Week and the resurrection of Jesus, so what has the most important religious festival for Christians got to do with bunnies, eggs and chocolate?

    Chocolate eggs at Easter?

    Easter's all about celebrating Holy Week and the resurrection of Jesus, so what has the most important religious festival for Christians got to do with bunnies, eggs and chocolate?

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