Make Spirits Bright this Christmas Season by Visiting the American Greetings Card Aisle

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Nov 28, 2011, 09:26 ET

CLEVELAND, Nov. 28, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- The Christmas season is one of the most spectacular times of the year; it's a time when friends and family come together to enjoy each other's company, good food is shared, gifts are given, and memories are made. But, more than anything else, the season is about celebrating the special relationships that make every day so meaningful. This year, make it even easier to spread love, cheer, and joy to all of the important people in your life by visiting the American Greetings Corporation (NYSE: AM) card aisle. From the latest greeting card innovations to charming new twists on traditional wrap and gift bags, there is no place like the card aisle this holiday season.

Deck the halls with the perfect cards for everyone on your list

Consumers expect to find the best innovation in the card aisle from American Greetings and this season is no different. Shoppers can share warm wishes with the latest technologies including digital slideshow cards™ and a new festively inspired offering of the popular Let Me Out™ characters.

The leader in LCD enhanced greeting cards, American Greetings has updated the innovative format with all new designs, graphics, animations, and music. Available preloaded with holiday images or ready to be customized with favorite photos, the designs feature full-color LCD displays, high quality audio, and provide a whole new kind of greeting card experience for anyone looking to share holiday cheer.

Each greeting in the bright and colorful Let Me Out collection features a 360 die-cut paper card placed inside a corresponding base. When the card is pulled out of the base, a surprising sound is triggered. This delightfully interactive format was a huge hit with shoppers this summer, and now all new characters, including an adorably curious puppy and Santa himself, have joined in the fun.

In addition to the best in innovation, this holiday season the greeting card company also has the perfect sentiment for every relationship. Consumers can choose from a wide variety of conversational messages that include the very words they would use to make the gesture even more meaningful. Adding to the unmatched quality of sentiments available are the latest offerings from two of the most notable talents in the card aisle today: Taylor Swift and Kathy Davis.

The Taylor Swift collection has become a favorite of the singer songwriter's fans and greeting card enthusiasts alike; and, anyone looking for an original take on the traditional Christmas card is in luck because Taylor unabashedly notes that the holiday season is her favorite time of year. Her spirit is definitely on display with a line-up of cards that combine the heartfelt yet unique messages that Taylor is known for with cheerful images that are sure to conjure up fun memories of Christmas' past.

Helping millions of consumers meaningfully connect with the most important people in their lives each year, Kathy Davis has become one of today's most popular designers. Her expressive imagery and encouraging sentiments on life and relationships are a favorite for any occasion, and they are especially appropriate for the Christmas season. This year Davis has introduced a line-up of dazzling designs all featuring her signature watercolor stylings and joyful messages enhanced with beautifully detailed hand lettering. As always, Davis's distinct work reflects her life's mission to scatter joy—joy through art, joy through living, and joy through giving.

You've made a list and checked it twice, now it's time to make those gifts look nice

Gift wrapping is the last step to making that perfect present extra special. This year holiday shoppers can enhance their Christmas wishes with beautiful new designs and great accessories to ensure a memorable presentation for any unforgettable gift.

Looking for some convenience as you get all of those holiday chores done? Make gift wrapping easier than ever by picking up a special kit that includes a role of gift wrap and tape packaged together.

If you're looking for an even quicker solution this season, American Greetings has a wide variety of festive gift bags that offer the same beautiful presentation without the work. In addition to traditional styles, this year consumers can take advantage of new formats and designs sure to make a great impression on any lucky recipient.

Consumers can find everything they need this holiday season at participating drug chains, grocery stores and mass retailers nationwide, as well as in American Greetings and Carlton Cards retail stores. For more information, including store locations in your area, please visit us at www.corporate.americangreetings.com. You can also follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/amgreetings and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/AmericanGreetings.

About American Greetings Corporation

For more than 100 years, American Greetings Corporation (NYSE: AM) has been a creator and manufacturer of innovative social expression products that assist consumers in enhancing their relationships to create happiness, laughter and love. The Company's major greeting card lines are American Greetings, Carlton Cards, Gibson, Recycled Paper Greetings and Papyrus, and other paper product offerings include DesignWare party goods and American Greetings and Plus Mark gift-wrap and boxed cards. American Greetings also has one of the largest collections of electronic greetings on the Web, including cards available at AmericanGreetings.com through AG Interactive, Inc. (the Company's online division). In addition to its product lines, American Greetings also creates and licenses popular character brands through the American Greetings Properties group. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, American Greetings generates annual revenue of approximately $1.6 billion, and its products can be found in retail outlets worldwide. For more information on the Company, visit http://corporate.americangreetings.com.

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