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1. Decide on a size. Greeting cards usually come in only two sizes - 4.25"x6" and 5"x6.875"^[1]. It doesn't really matter which size you choose; the point is to design in the size you plan to print. One of the most common problems that printing companies see is with customers designing print materials in one size and ordering another.
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   Choose Images - If you are designing note cards for your business, then include the logo and company name on the front of the card. For personal use, brand your cards to match your personality by using an image that describes you. It could be a scenery photograph, a family photo, or a simple graphic design of your initials. Holiday greeting cards should include an image appropriate for the holiday, of course. No matter the image you choose, be sure to edit it and save it at a high resolution - 300 dpi at least - before you place it in the template to avoid problems when sending your design to print.
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   Write your Message - Some greeting cards include a message both on the front and on the inside. These two-part messages usually start a thought or joke on the front and place the finishing or punch line on the inside. Others may include a message on the front only so that personal messages can be written on the inside. Just make sure to use a message that matches the purpose of your cards. For business greeting cards, you may want to print a standard signature, such as from the president of the company, or a general salutation such as "From your Friends at Such and Such Company." Choose a font that is both readable and that matches the mood of the card. For instance, an elegant typeface is perfect for a note card but too many curves and curls on the letters will make your message unreadable.
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   Choose your Paper Stock - A greeting card needs to be both durable and fold able. Usually a heavy cover stock works best; 11 pt. up to 15 pt. are appropriate selections. The more important decision is whether to choose a coated or uncoated stock. A coated stock makes images look more brilliant, while an uncoated stock is much easier to write upon. Therefore, it's best to use a gloss coating for cards that rely on images, such as Christmas cards. But for note cards that will require a great deal of writing, an uncoated stock is more practical.
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   Print with a Professional - Unfortunately, there are some who are under the impression that they can save money by printing cards on their personal printer. In reality, between the cost of ink, greeting card paper, and the effort of getting your printer to line up correctly, not to mention folding all of those cards, a professional greeting card printing company saves you both money and time. Plus, you get a much higher quality product when you choose a professional than trying to print on your ow