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Choosing Accessible Tactile Card Themes for October


How We Chose the October Box Themes for the Blind

At Be Tactile, every Tactile Treasures box is thoughtfully curated for the blind and low-vision community. Selecting themes for the October box meant balancing accessibility, seasonal relevance, and tactile delight. Here’s how we approached it.

Holiday Village

A handmade holiday card takes center stage, framed in a festive winter scene that feels both whimsical and nostalgic. The backdrop is a village of gingerbread-style houses with snowy rooftops and decorated evergreens, illustrated in soft pinks, browns, and whites. In the middle rests a raised rectangular card featuring a cozy purple house trimmed with wreaths, garlands, and a snow-covered roof. From its eaves hangs a round tag with the handwritten words “’tis the season.” Felt evergreen cutouts in shades of blue, green, and white surround the design, adding texture and dimension. Nearby, a flat lay arrangement expands the holiday mood evergreen branches dotted with red berries, greeting cards adorned with illustrated homes, and wrapped gifts featuring the same whimsical house patterns. To the side sits a planner, ready for seasonal notes and lists. One card on display reads “Winter Wishes from our home to yours!” which echoes the warmth of the scene. Together, these layered details create an atmosphere of comfort and cheer. Gift wrap patterned with red and white houses speaks to community and tradition, while pine sprigs and berries bring in the crispness of winter. The colors of deep reds, evergreen tones, snowy whites, and warm golden glows enhance the sense of celebration. The mood is festive, cozy, and joyful, inviting thoughts of togetherness, holiday gatherings, and the simple magic of the season.Tactile Holiday Village card with twine bow, glitter snow on roof, and foam wreaths

Designed for beginners or younger makers, this card features a house nearly the size of the card base. Tactile glitter represents snow on the roof and window seals, while a twine bow holds a circular punched greeting stamped “‘Tis The Season.” Three small foam-backed wreaths add texture and dimension. This card is simple enough for tactile exploration while delivering a festive holiday feeling.

Plane & Simple

A soft plaid fabric in orange, yellow, and cream sets the backdrop, its autumn tones creating a warm and inviting foundation. Resting on it are two greeting cards, one reading “You’re the Best, plane & simple” with delicate line drawings resembling airplane blueprints. Nearby, two small airplane ornaments, one teal and one black, add a whimsical touch. Surrounding the cards are playful fall accents such as an orange beaded garland, clusters of artificial white flowers, and brown faux leaves scattered in a casual, homey way. The scene radiates cozy cheer, echoing the warmth of an autumn gathering. The plaid fabric and seasonal decor bring comfort and familiarity, while the supportive message on the card adds thoughtfulness and care. The blend of airplanes and autumn trimmings suggests gratitude with a playful edge, making the moment feel both affectionate and lighthearted. Altogether, the setting captures the spirit of fall as a season of connection, appreciation, and small joys shared.

Tactile Plane & Simple card with layered rectangles, braille dots, and airplane illustrations

This moderately advanced card honors veterans with tactile layers inspired by aviation. Three designer paper rectangles guide placement with braille dots: a red-brick patterned base, a map-like airspace layer, and a soft white-blue layer with helicopters. Two original airplane illustrations correspond across the layout, paired with the pre-stamped greeting “You’re the Best Plane & Simple.” This card combines tactile precision with patriotic storytelling.

Turkey Time

Two vibrant Thanksgiving greeting cards are shown, each decorated with warm autumn motifs. The card on the left has a scalloped edge, surrounded by gourds and leaves, with the message “Happy Thanksgiving.” The card on the right features an embossed leaf paired with a grape cluster and carries the same seasonal greeting. Behind them, the background extends the autumn theme with a rich tapestry of orange, yellow, and red leaves mingled with clusters of berries. The abundance of warm tones and layered foliage creates an atmosphere of abundance, gratitude, and celebration. The scene radiates cheer and festivity, evoking the heart of Thanksgiving: togetherness, warmth, and thankfulness. Outside the frame, the environment remains neutral and calm, with a light textured surface and part of a paper organizer in view. This subtle setting keeps the focus on the lively autumn display, enhancing the feeling of holiday cheer and seasonal energy.

Tactile Turkey Time card with layered wings and a braille-guided rectangular base

For Thanksgiving, we created a layered turkey on light brown craft paper. Four wings are stacked using braille-guided placement, helping makers achieve alignment. The pre-stamped greeting “Happy Thanksgiving” sits on a rectangular base. This card provides a satisfying challenge while reinforcing tactile learning and dexterity.

Optional Add-On Cards: Haunted Mansion & Simple Nativity Scene

Halloween crafting materials are arranged in a lively display, blending playful spookiness with the warmth of autumn. Orange paper cut-out haunted houses with black windows sit at the center, decorated with stickers of ghosts, bats, a spider, tombstones, a jack-o’-lantern, and a skull. Sparkling gold paper fences frame the houses, while a stark black tree silhouette and pale cut-out branches add contrast. Scattered around are whimsical accents such as a floating ghost and a bat in flight, set against a vivid background of artificial autumn leaves in shades of orange, yellow, and red. The scene balances cozy fall energy with Halloween mischief. The warm tones of the leaves create a rustic, seasonal base, while the spooky cutouts introduce charm and fun. Altogether, it captures the excitement of holiday anticipation and the creativity of crafting, evoking the feeling of preparing decorations or cards on a crisp autumn afternoon.
Tactile Haunted Mansion card with layered orange and black house, ghosts, bats, and pumpkins A holiday-themed flat lay captures the warmth and joy of the season. Two rectangular cards take center stage, each with a sparkly blue front and a round blue tag reading “the stars are brightly shining.” Across the front, a detailed nativity scene unfolds from left to right: palm trees sway beside a shepherd holding a staff with a lamb at his feet, a donkey stands nearby, and the manger building rises to the height of the palm trees, sheltering Mary, baby Jesus, and Joseph. Three wise men approach, one off camel holding gifts and two others mounted on camels, completing this elegant depiction of the holy scene. The sparkly blue background consists of tightly rolled ribbon that resembles shiny vertical sprinkle beads, adding texture and festive sparkle. The cards rest on a festive background of gingerbread cookies, peppermint candies, and icing patterns, evoking the cozy charm of holiday baking. Surrounding them are traditional seasonal touches such as pine branches, frosted greenery, pinecones, and clusters of vibrant red berries, suggesting the tranquility of a wintry forest. The scene radiates cheerful, inviting energy, perfect for holiday gatherings, thoughtful gift-giving, and the comforting sights and scents of Christmas. The glittering blue details add a touch of glamour and excitement, making the setting feel magical and celebratory. Altogether, it captures the essence of festive winter joy, combining homey warmth with a sense of seasonal wonder.
Tactile Simple Nativity Scene card with black, navy, and gold-embossed elements

We know that sometimes there aren’t cards for in-between holidays. That’s why this box includes optional add-ons:

  • Haunted Mansion: Multi-layered mansion with orange and black house pieces, windows, shutters, ghosts, bats, pumpkins, a tombstone, and a fence. Heavy cardstock, metallic paper, and glitter add tactile contrast and spooky fun.
  • Simple Nativity Scene: Elegant and simple, this card features black, deep navy, and gold-embossed pieces. The minimal design emphasizes the Nativity story through texture and layout rather than visual complexity. With the background very tactile focused: 

    onsists of tightly rolled ribbon that resembles shiny vertical sprinkle beads, adding texture and festive sparkle.

Why These Themes Matter

Each card was chosen to engage touch, provide a sense of accomplishment, and make holidays meaningful for blind and low-vision makers. From simple beginner-friendly designs to moderately advanced tactile layers, the October box offers creativity, seasonal joy, and accessibility for every maker.

Each card was chosen to engage touch, provide a sense of accomplishment, and make holidays meaningful for blind and low-vision makers. From simple beginner-friendly designs to moderately advanced tactile layers, the October box offers creativity, seasonal joy, and accessibility for every maker.

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