DaySpring Cards and Christian Inspirations are among the finalists recently announced in the 22nd Annual International Greeting Card Awards competition, organized by the Greeting Card Association (GCA).

The DaySpring finalists in this year's awards-known as the LOUIE Awards-are in the Christmas/Holiday/Seasonal-Counter-General (Above $3.50); Father's Day ($3.50 and below); Halloween/Thanksgiving ($3.50 and below); and Valentine's Day (Above $3.50).

The Christian Inspirations brand from Development Solutions Global has finalists in the Birthday-General (Above $3.50) and Everyday Assorted-Boxed/Catalogue (Above $7.50) categories.

Of the nearly 900 entries in 56 categories, 168 made it to the final round in the competition. Each entry was judged on criteria including Imagination, Impact, Artistry, Harmony, Sendability and Value.

Winners will be announced during the LOUIE celebration May 17 at The Lighthouse at Chelsea Piers in New York City. The theme of this year's awards program is "Go for the Gold," in recognition of the behind-the-scenes creative talents of the industry's designers, writers and illustrators.

George Little Management will showcase the finalists in a special display at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center during the National Stationery Show, May 16-19 in New York City.

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