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Kraft Greeting Cards
- Kraft greeting cards expertly printed with sustainability in mind
- Perfect for rustic greetings, Kraft paper greeting cards are a stunning alternative to the standard
- Design your own Kraft Christmas card or have our in-house team design them for you
From Kraft greeting cards designed to say thank you to Kraft Christmas cards for rustic festive wishes, this stunningly natural paper stock is here to bring your greeting card designs to life in sustainable splendour.
100% recyclable and printed using eco-friendly Vegan inks, you can place that eco-friendly stamp of approval on your Kraft paper greeting cards with confidence. And beyond that, our energy-efficient printing presses help bring your design to life in all its brilliance while reducing the energy required for your print run.
Printing Your Kraft Paper Greeting Cards
From Kraft Christmas cards to birthday cards printed on rustic brown paper, at Aura Print we pride ourselves on print sustainability, and Kraft is a winner time and time again. If you need multiple designs printing on Kraft paper, we make it simple by allowing you to split your order across as many designs as you need at the checkout. And far as printing goes, we recommend taking up as much of that greeting card real-estate as possible by printing on the front, rear, and inside of your greeting cards.
If you’re looking for Kraft paper cards and envelopes, you’re in the right place. Head over to our envelope order page, where you can choose the perfect match for your Kraft paper Christmas cards. Hey, we even have Kraft paper envelopes to match, so why not add them to your basket while you’re here?
Designing Your Kraft Greeting Cards
When it comes to designing your Kraft paper greeting cards, our in-house design team has a keen eye for Kraft greeting card customisation. Whether you’re supplying your own greeting card design or are keen to enrol the skill of our studio team, we’ll be there from the moment you place your order to the second your Kraft paper Christmas cards land on your doorstep.
If you’re supplying your own design, simply head through our straightforward checkout, await your confirmation, and send us your design. If you need help ensuring you’ve set your order up correctly, download our handy design template, complete with bleed and safe-zones. If you want to team up with one of our designers to bring your Kraft greeting cards to life, all we’ll need from you is a design brief. Your assigned designer will work from this brief to create an amazing design, sending you your first proof copy in as little as 1-working day!
Discover More Kraft Products
Love the look of kraft? You’ll be glad to know that most of our products can be printed on this distinctive stock, giving your designs a rustic, eco-friendly feel that’s perfect for brands wanting to stand out. Whether you’re ordering something simple for everyday use or creating a bespoke piece for a special occasion, our kraft range is versatile enough to suit every purpose and popular with customers who want print that feels both creative and sustainable.


Kraft Business Cards
Printed on 100% recycled kraft paper, our business cards offer a rustic, eco-friendly look with durable 280gsm or 560gsm stock and striking natural style.


Kraft Flyers
Our custom kraft flyers, deliver an authentic vintage appeal and eco-conscious presence that align with your brand's environmental values.


Kraft Swing Tags
Our custom kraft swing tags are printed on thick, 100% recyclable brown paper, cut to any shape or size, with instant quotes and fast turnaround from the configurator.


Kraft Invitations
Our kraft invitations bring a rustic, organic aesthetic printed on premium Kraft stock with options for bespoke sizes and finishes with in-house design if needed for truly memorable invites.


Kraft Bookmarks
Our kraft bookmarks are printed on sturdy, 100% recycled kraft paper, offering a rustic, eco-friendly finish that’s perfect for branding, events, gifts, or retail use.
What Makes Kraft Greeting Cards Different From Standard Greeting Cards?
Kraft greeting cards have a completely different look and feel from traditional white greeting cards.
Because Kraft paper stock is naturally brown rather than bright white, colours print with a softer, warmer, more muted appearance that many customers specifically choose for rustic, handmade, vintage, and eco-inspired designs. This gives Kraft greeting cards a much more organic aesthetic, making them especially popular for artisan brands, small businesses, and handmade-style retail collections.
Do Colours Print Differently on Kraft Greeting Cards?
Yes, and this is one of the most crucial things to understand before designing for Kraft stock.
Because the paper itself is brown, all printed colours interact with the natural tone underneath. Lighter colours tend to appear more muted and earthy, while darker colours become even darker and more dramatic. White ink is not used in standard CMYK printing, so areas designed as “white” will actually show as the natural brown Kraft paper colour instead. Black print is generally the go-to for Kraft paper printing as it provides the most consistent results.
Many customers intentionally use this effect creatively within rustic, minimalist, botanical, and vintage-inspired greeting card designs.
If you’re designing for coloured papers, our guide on digital printing on coloured paper explains how different stocks affect final print appearance.
Are Kraft Greeting Cards Good for Eco-Friendly Brands?
Absolutely. Kraft greeting cards are extremely popular with environmentally conscious brands because the natural appearance of the stock immediately speaks to a more sustainable, handmade aesthetic.
Many independent artists, eco retailers, and small stationery brands choose Kraft cards because they complement organic branding styles particularly well. They’re also popular for minimalist packaging, earthy colour schemes, and nature-inspired product collections where overly glossy finishes would feel out of place.
What Types of Designs Work Best on Kraft Greeting Cards?
Kraft greeting cards tend to work best with designs that embrace the natural tone of the stock rather than trying to cover it.
Because Kraft paper is naturally brown, black ink usually provides the strongest, sharpest, and most reliable print result. Minimalist layouts, hand-drawn illustrations, botanical artwork, rustic typography, monochrome designs, festive illustrations, and vintage aesthetics tend to reproduce especially well on Kraft stock because of the strong contrast created against the natural background.
Darker earthy tones, such as deep greens, burgundy, and navy, can also work nicely, but lighter colours and pastel shades will usually look far more muted than they would on white paper stocks.
Highly photographic designs generally aren’t recommended on Kraft because the darker stock can significantly affect colour accuracy and image vibrancy.
If you’re preparing artwork for print, our guide on how to check your artwork for print explains some of the most common setup pointers before production.
Can I Add Foil to Kraft Greeting Cards?
Unfortunately not. Kraft stock cannot be laminated consistently because of the natural fibres and textured surface of the paper, which also means metallic foil cannot be applied reliably.
Foiling requires a smooth, laminated surface for proper adhesion and consistency during production. Because Kraft paper has a more porous and uneven texture, foil can become patchy, inconsistent, or fail to adhere correctly across the design.
For customers specifically wanting metallic foil finishes, we would normally recommend smoother, uncoated or silk-based stocks instead, as these produce much cleaner and more reliable foil results. If you’re keen to stick with an eco-greeting card feel, why not check out our recycled uncoated stock?
To learn more about how Kraft paper is made and what makes it unique, read our guide to crafting Kraft paper.
Should Kraft Greeting Cards Be Laminated?
Kraft greeting cards cannot be laminated.
Because of the natural fibres and textured surface of Kraft stock, the laminate does not adhere consistently enough to produce a reliable or professional finish. One of the key reasons customers choose Kraft paper in the first place is for its raw, natural texture and handmade appearance, so leaving the stock uncoated is part of the intended aesthetic anyway.
This gives Kraft greeting cards a much more organic feel compared to heavily coated or laminated alternatives.
If you’re comparing coated and uncoated finishes, our guide on lamination and the facts explains how laminates affect different print products.
Can I Print My Photography on Kraft Greeting Cards?
You can, but we generally wouldn’t recommend it if accurate colour reproduction is important.
Because Kraft stock is naturally brown, printed photographs will look noticeably different compared to how they appear on bright white paper or on screen. The brown base affects every printed colour, making photographs appear darker, warmer, and more muted overall while massively reducing contrast and detail in lighter areas.
Photography-heavy designs usually reproduce far better on white uncoated or silk stocks instead. Kraft tends to work best for illustration-led, monochrome, rustic, or minimalist designs that intentionally embrace the natural colour of the paper.
If you’re preparing image-heavy artwork, our guide on print vs screen colours explains why printed colours can appear differently across various paper stocks, and if you want to explore our other eco-friendly stocks, why not explore our eco-friendly printing options before making your final decision?
Are Kraft Greeting Cards Popular for Christmas Cards?
Very much so. Kraft stock has become one of the most popular choices for Christmas greeting cards because the warm, natural tone pairs beautifully with festive colour palettes and rustic seasonal aesthetics.
Many customers combine Kraft stock with minimalist Christmas illustrations and handwritten typography to create cards that feel more sustainable and less mass-produced than traditional glossy Christmas cards.
Kraft Christmas cards are particularly popular among small businesses, independent retailers, artists, and brands wanting a more authentic handmade feel during the holiday season.
If you’re looking for seasonal inspiration, our guide on crafting your perfect Christmas card explores different festive greeting card styles and ideas.
Kraft greeting cards have a completely different look and feel from traditional white greeting cards.
Because Kraft paper stock is naturally brown rather than bright white, colours print with a softer, warmer, more muted appearance that many customers specifically choose for rustic, handmade, vintage, and eco-inspired designs. This gives Kraft greeting cards a much more organic aesthetic, making them especially popular for artisan brands, small businesses, and handmade-style retail collections.
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