Little animal shapes are super appealing in their simplicity, which makes them really effective on cards. The process of finding the perfect pairing of papers and embellishments often immerses me for hours. Textured and handmade paper, or paper with a slightly ethnic pattern work well. Experiment with the placement of the ear and the eye. Tail or no tail? Heart or balloon? Use Indian bindis as an ornate embellishment, or a tiny gold bead for a minimalist touch.