_{Carla Lyles is the founder of  Carla Sue Greeting Cards and Gifts based out of her hometown Houston, TX.  Carla handcrafts witty, sassy and beautiful greeting cards with messages of empowerment, positive representation and self-care. Throughout her career, Carla has worked with some of Houston’s top crafters, and graphic designers to assist her in honing her skills as an artist. In 2017 Carla started the KEEP HOUSTON DOPE INITIATIVE to help uplift Houston after Hurricane Harvey. Providing free arts activities in her community of Alief. You can find Carla’s greeting cards not only in Houston but in several stores around the nation. Carla has been recognized in many publications and is currently in partnership with Vistaprint for their Small Business Spotlight activation.}