Printing Backing Cards

  • Create stunning custom backing cards for your pins, keyrings, jewelry, and more.
  • With over 40 unique paper types available, we’ve got the perfect match for your backing card design.
  • If you need help designing your backing cards, our studio team is overflowing with ideas.

Whether you’re running a successful multi-store jewelry business or a thriving online store packed full of quirky enamel pins of everyone’s favorite sci-fi movie characters, chances are you’ve already considered high-quality, low-waste display and packaging solutions for your backing cards.

At Aura Print, we’re proud to provide over 40 amazing hand-picked papers and luxury finishes, backing up your creations so beautifully that they’ll be pulling in crowds from far and wide (and rightly so!). Whether your customer is finally treating themselves to that adorable hand-made keychain they’ve had in their basket for days or picking out an elegant birthday gift from your shop display, why not use keychain backing cards that are just as unique as your creation?

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Quality Backing Card Printing To Go Hand-in-hand With Your Crafts

We understand that when you’re a maker it’s crucial that your product packaging is made to perfectly complement the item that you’re selling. That’s why we have a hand-selected plethora of card stock and finishing options available along with the perfect backing card template ready and waiting for you (that’s if you haven’t made your own, of course).

With a team of widely experienced print professionals manning the production helm with eagle-eyed precision, your keychain backing cards could have an elegant dash of gold foil combined with our premium soft-touch laminate. Meanwhile your pin custom backer cards or kraft hang tags can be finished with pre-cut drill holes and smooth rounded corners for a bespoke eco-conscious touch.

Bespoke Backing Card Design Made Simple

Creating unique backing cards that are perfectly on-brand, full of personality, and glittering with style has never been easier with our team of designers just waiting to turn your design brief into stunning custom backing cards.

With an abundance of size, shape, and finishing options available as you configure your order; you’ll be able to choose the basic options to suit your brand and budget in minutes.

From there, you have the freedom to either supply your own finished artwork via email or supply us with a brief and let our design wizards do the rest. We even have a backing card design template if you need somewhere to start. Once supplied, you should expect to receive your backing card order within days of proof approval. It really is that easy!

Don’t see any options for the specific style you had in mind? Our friendly customer service team is waiting to take your call and, together with our designers, they’ll iron out any concerns you might have regarding your custom backer cards.

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Dispatched using a reliable 1-3 working day courier in as little as 1 working day from proof approval. 

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 All print products are finished, quality checked, and packed in-house by our professionals. 

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Friendly, knowledgeable customer service team available to answer any questions.

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Talented in-house design team on-hand to create bespoke designs for virtually any product.

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From paper stocks to foil shades, our customization options are simply unmatched.

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Constant innovation means we’re working on new products and finishes as we speak.

Metallic Foil Backing Cards that Wow at First Glance!

Add a brilliant shine to your packaging with our metallic foil backing cards. Designed to reflect exclusivity, these shiny little foil backing cards grab attention in all the right ways. Choose your favorite from our huge range of metallic foil colors available and prepare for your customers to be dazzled.

Gold

Metallic gold foil is pure sophistication, offering a rich, luminous foundation for your finest items.

The Order Process

Place your order online using our instant price calculator, which updates your total in real time.

Reply to your Order Confirmation email by sending us your artwork or design brief.

Our design team reviews your artwork, discusses any issues with you, and sends a proof for your approval.

After approval, your prints are produced and shipped straight to you within just a few days.

Artwork Requirements

How to Supply Your Artwork?

After placing your order, reply to your Order Confirmation email with your artwork files, design brief, or a link including your order number. For detailed specs, see the resources below. Need help writing a brief or preparing files? Contact our friendly design team or visit our blog.

The Basics

Metallic Foil & Spot UV Products

Die Cut Or Kiss Cut (Shaped) Products Including Stickers

Folded, Perforated or Drilled Products

  • Indicate any crease lines, perforation lines or drill holes using a 1pt magenta line on a separate layer or separate page.

Spot Colors

Templates

Download our PDF template for all available sizes.

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Sample Pack

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Let our Design Team Work their Magic

We understand not everyone is a professional designer. You may not know your RGB from your CMYK or your bleed from your trap. That's why we have our in-house team on hand to craft the design of your dreams. All designs are individually created by our talented bunch. Yes, that's right, real people!

FAQ's

What is a backing card and what are backing cards used for?

Custom printed backing cards are small pieces of card for product promotion and protection. You attach your goods to the card for visual presentation and they are usually used for small items such as badges and jewelry.

The space is a perfect backdrop for promoting your goods as well as brand promotion or product information.

They also serve a purpose too. Because your items are attached to the backing card, there is less chance of the goods being damaged during delivery to your clients.

Do you offer foil printed backing cards?

Yes we do. We offer metallic foil backing card printing with a choice of over 10 different foil colors.

The choice of foil color is entirely up to you. It depends what color links or compliments your brand/aesthetic. To see how bright each of our metallic foils shine, we recommend ordering one of our metallic foil sample packs.

Can you design my backing cards for me?

Of course! Our talented team of designers do this every day and are more than happy to help out if you need some help.

If you would like us to design your bottle neck hang tags for you, choose ‘supply brief and we design’ at the artwork stage in the calculator above.

What’s a design brief? I hear you say. Don’t worry, we have information to help you write a design brief which details considerations you need to make to ensure you get the perfect design for your backing cards.

How long does it take to print backing cards?

Backing cards can be printed as quickly as 2 working days with rush service. Standard production times start from 3 working days. These times may increase depending on the quantity required and if any specialist finishing is required such as metallic foiling.

For a more in-depth view of how our production times and deliveries work, you can take a look at our delivery information page.

Which paper should I choose for my backing cards?

From coated papers like silk and gloss to uncoated, or eco-friendly versions such as cannabis or wheat. As well as a variety of textured papers like zeta hammer or Tintoretto gesso, there are too many types of paper to mention them all here. The calculator above shows you all the different types available at a glance.

If you are seeking advice on which paper to use for your printed backing cards – there is no right or wrong choice, it depends what suits your brand or aesthetic as well as – what you like! To help you make an informed choice, we would recommend ordering paper samples.

A good quality paper type for printing backing cards is silk paper. This is a nice, smooth satin-effect paper that offers exceptional printing results. 10pt silk and above can be laminated to give additional protection and is also compatible with our metallic foil process.

Tag Talk: Helpful Tips and Expert Advice

If you're looking to order tags, you may have questions ranging from product details to artwork requirements and more. As professionals, we are here to help. Our team has written content on everything tag printing related. Below are answers to some of the most common questions we receive.

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How To Check Your Artwork for Print

If you’re preparing artwork for your product tags, our expert guides below will help you avoid common production issues and choose the right materials

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How To Design Your Own Clothing Hang Tag

Stand out in the competitive fashion market with custom-designed clothing hang tags that showcase your brand’s unique identity. This comprehensive guide walks you through selecting the right size, shape, materials and printing techniques, while offering practical design tips.

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Custom Printed Tags with String

Discover how custom printed hang tags with string can add a professional, artisanal touch to your products. Explore string type, ways to attach, and design tips to make your products stand out in the marketplace.

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Printing Onto Textured Paper

Elevate your product tags with the distinctive appeal of textured paper. Discover how different paper textures can enhance your brand, add tactile interest and convey premium quality.

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