What began as a hobby has become a boon for husband and wife entrepreneurs Kyle Morris and Nicole Mogyorosi, who started House of Hazelnut Papery four years ago as an alternative to their self-proclaimed "aversion to generic greeting cards." Today, the company boasts more than 100 returning clients, and the couple is gearing up to launch the brand into the competitive retail market. But before House of Hazelnut sets out on its hunt for a piece of Hallmark's profits, you can get its handmade, eco-friendly holiday greetings sent straight to your door. $3 and up; http://www.houseofhazelnut.etsy.com.
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