Postcard Printing
- Get your own postcard printing with unique designs and lovely finishes.
- Pick from our entire paper library, including single and double thick paper stocks.
- Choose your own size of a postcard or pick from our popular postcard sizes.
Postcard printing has started to become popular once again, so we've decided to create our own dedicated print postcard page just for you. There's no need to worry about your postcards not fitting through mailboxes with our standard postcard dimensions. Pick from our favorite postcard sizes, including 4 x 6 and 5 x 7, or go with your own unique size of a postcard for that special touch. Then pick the orientation and shape of your print postcards, from the typical landscape rectangle to a completely custom die-cut shape and everything in between.
We don't ever want to place limits on you printing postcards. This is why we have added the option for you to choose from as little as 50 to over 1000 custom-printed postcards. So, whether you're wanting many postcards to deliver to all your wedding guests or a smaller amount of photo postcards to send to family over the festive season, the quantity you pick is up to you! What's more, we can also print a variety of different postcard designs. Simply select our "split over design" feature below and enter the number of custom designs you would like to be printed.
Custom Postcard Printing Paired With Wonderful Finishes Creates Magical Moments
Sending your own postcards is a wonderful way to create everlasting memories of fun holidays and graduation ceremonies since been and gone. What better way to preserve these memories than with printing postcards onto premium paper stocks? We've included all our lovely paper types below for you to choose from, including our in-house favorite white silk, as well as environmentally friendly cotton and brown kraft. Each of our paper stocks is available to choose from as either single thickness or double thickness, the choice is up to you. Want to see our papers in person? Check out our paper sample pack.
After picking out the perfect paper, it's time to take a look through our special finishings. For an extra layer of protection, why not try one of our laminate options? We have three laminate options - matt, gloss, and soft touch - for you to pick between. Or, for a marvelous reflective shine, prepare to be wowed by our metallic foils. With classic gold to modern holographic to choose from, our shimmering foils are guaranteed to win you over! Unsure of which special finish to choose? Our professional team are here to answer any questions and provide recommendations for you.
Printing Postcards With Your Unique Postcard Designs
Each of our postcard prints are created from your own unique artwork designs. So whether you're wanting a photo collage to celebrate the end of the school year or some digitally illustrated prints to stock up your online shop, your postcard design is in your hands. We can print onto the front and back of your postcards, just make sure you've selected the double sided print option. Or why not leave the reverse of your print postcards blank to write in your own special messages and addresses?
Find yourself without a postcard design? Struggling to get your postcard design print-ready? Then our design team are here for you! We can create a bespoke design for you based on your detailed artwork brief. Simply select "supply brief and we design" before completing your order. Our expert designers can even edit designs you already have to hand, they are design experts for a reason after all!
To chat all things postcard printing or to get some professional advice on your postcard artwork, get in contact with the Aura Print team today.
Dispatched in as little as 1 working day from proof approval using 1-3 day delivery.
All print finished, quality checked and packaged in house.
We confidently back this with our 100% workmanship guarantee.
We're here to help you out with any questions. Just get in touch.
FAQS
How Big Is A Postcard?
We print a variety of different postcard dimensions, from the standard 4 inch x 6 inch to your very own custom size. The postcard dimensions you pick are completely up to you, just don't forget that your postcard needs to be able to fit inside a mailbox if you're looking to get it posted.
Does The Postcard Printing Arrive With Envelopes?
Our postcard printing services do not include envelopes as standard. If you're looking for matching envelopes for your postcards, no need to worry. Head on over to our envelope printing page to see all the envelope options we have available for you to choose from.
Can I Have A Double-Sided Postcard?
Of course! We print custom postcards as single and double-sided. So if you're looking to print your own personalized designs on the front and back of your postcards, our double-sided option is the one for you.
Can I Have A Foiled Postcard?
Yes, we do also provide metallic foil postcard printing. In the options above, you will have the option to pick out a metallic foil shade for your print postcards. With over 10 unique foils to pick from, there's plenty of choice. Want to see our foil colors in person? Order one of our metallic foil sample packs.
I Would Like To Print More Than One Postcard Design, Is This Possible?
If you're looking to print multiple different postcard designs then we have the option for you. Our "split over designs" button above allows you to choose the number of unique designs you would like to be printed. Simply click the button, enter your design quantity, and our team will split your total quantity of your order between each design. No worries if you're not liking an equal split - we can split your order any way you would like, just let our team know.
What Is The Minimum Quantity I Can Order?
The minimum order quantity for our print custom postcards is 50.
Artwork Requirements
The Basics
Allow 0.08" (2mm) of bleed around all artwork for cutting tolerances.
Format all artwork to CMYK.
Set your resolution to a minimum of 300DPI.
Supply your artwork in PDF, JPG or fully packaged AI formats.
Keep all text, logos and foreground images within a 0.1" (3mm) safe zone from the cut edge.
Metallic Foil & Spot UV Products
Separate all foil elements from CMYK artwork, place foil elements on a separate page, and supply as 100% K (black). See our helpful guide about how to supply artwork for foil printing.
Die Cut Or Kiss Cut (Shaped) Products Including Stickers
Indicate cut lines using a 1pt magenta line on a separate layer or separate page. See our helpful guide about how to supply artwork for die/kiss cutting.
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
Supply your artwork as CMYK + 1 Spot Color. See our helpful guide about how to supply artwork for spot color printing.
Name your spot color layer with the color you've chosen, for example 'gold' or 'silver'.