1. Paper/Material type

Not all paper is created equally, which means not all paper is priced the same. Consider the cost of the paper you plan to print on and see if you can get something similar for a better price. The paper or material type you select for your product is one of the determining factors of cost. The thickness of the paper will impact your print’s longevity, which will also influence your decision. Comparing 14 pt paper, 16 pt paper, and 100 lb paper when you order business cards will help you find the right finish and feel. Check out the tables below to see a comparison of paper types of some of our most popular custom print products.

Standard 2″ x 3.5″ Business Cards

4″ x 6″ Postcards

8.5″ x 11″ Trifold Brochures

Let’s look at an example of materials comparisons. Say you’re looking to print a custom sign for an event or as a temporary display. You’ll want to look at your sign options by answering the following questions: 

• Will I display this sign indoors or outdoors?  
• How long will I need this sign for? Is it a long-term display or a temporary sign?
• How do I plan to display this sign? Will it hang on a wall, be set on an easel, or be hung from a surface? 
• Will I need to use this sign more than once? 

Once you have the answers, you’ll be able to determine the best sign type for your needs, from the material to the price. Outdoor signs need to be made with a weather-resistant material that will protect your design from fading. Even cheap yard signs, for example, are made with durable corrugated plastic. A poster print, on the other hand, will likely be displayed as an indoor sign and can be made with a paper material. Though GotPrint offers cheap sign printing, we use high-quality materials for all our signs. 

Some signs are easy to update. A Frame Signs allow you to slip a new corrugated plastic design inside or attach a new vinyl adhesive to the surface. Retractable Banners have the option to buy a new banner and slip it over the pop up display. 

18″ x 24″ Rectangle Rigid Signs

2. Ordering in Bulk  

For some products, ordering in bulk makes more sense in the long run rather than purchasing in a lesser quantity. For example, if you know that the information and design of your prints likely won’t need updating any time soon, then bulk printing is a better investment for you. It’s better to have extra prints than to run out and have to order again, and the minimal additional cost for ordering a higher quantity will be proven to be a better investment than having to place another order. Plan your business card printing to ensure you know exactly how many you’ll need. 

To put it into perspective, if you order 500 quantities of one-sided glossy business cards twice, the price will come out to $49.70*, whereas if you were to order 1000 quantities of the same business cards once, you’re only paying $32.76*. Keep in mind that this isn’t even counting the shipping cost, which you’ll have to pay twice if you order twice. This is why printing in bulk will be a better investment for you, and you’ll have a plethora of cheap, high-quality business cards at your disposal. The unit cost of each print decreases the more you order. Even custom sign printing can be done in bulk. If you’re printing political signs or affordable real estate signs, for example, ordering large quantities helps you consolidate shipping costs. 

3. Website Usability

Not only do you want to order from a website that’s easy to use, but you’ll also want to find a website where you can access multiple services. This will cut your ordering time in half, and you might even come across free features that you would have to pay for elsewhere, like design templates! GotPrint.com has a built-in online design tool and hundreds of free templates in every product category that you can customize with ease. You don’t have to be a designer to effectively use our tool. We also offer mailing services and design services, which make it easy to order and distribute promotional materials.

4. Speed and Shipping Options  

You’ll want to consider the production turnaround times and best-value shipping options. A lot of people forget that bulk printing can get heavy, and shipping costs are calculated by weight. On our website, either economy or standard shipping is generally your best bet. If you don’t need your prints right away, check if your order is eligible for economy shipping, which can take anywhere from 2-9 business days. Keep in mind that shipping times are separate from the production time.

Which products print the fastest? 

The production time of print products depends on the paper stock. Generally, our 14 pt gloss, uncoated, 16 pt matte, and 100 lb gloss book stocks, currently have the fastest production time at 2-4 business days, and even have a 2-business day rush option depending on the quantity selected.  All custom signs & banners also have a turnaround time of 2-4 business days with a 2-day rush option. To speed up the process, have your order approved and your payment process prior to 12 pt. E.S.T./9 a.m. P.S.T. for your print to go into production that same day.

The following products are some of our most popular and have the fastest production times: Business Cards, Postcards, Bookmarks, Club Flyers, Flyers, Posters, Rack Cards, Roll Labels, and All Signage.

5. Check out current offers & discounts on specific products 

We don’t know about you, but a coupon for us is always an incentive to place an order. No matter what, you can always find some sort of promotion on our website. Check out our coupons page for offers on specific products, terms, and more information.

6. Create a GotPrint account to get exclusive email offers  

This one is a no-brainer. If you love a good print deal, we’re always offering exclusive discounts via our promotional emails that you won’t find anywhere else – not even on our coupons page! Sign up today to get started.

7. Use Free Design Templates

One way to save money on print marketing materials, personalized invitations, and custom signage is to use free pre-made designs. This allows you to save money hiring designers or save time designing layouts. GotPrint’s online design tool makes it easy to customize text boxes, upload photos, and change design elements. Our team of expert designers have prepared business card templates, postcard templates, and other important marketing prints. Our templates cover a wide range of needs, including roll label designs to create custom packaging for small business orders and invitation templates for special events. Browse our templates and find a style that matches your brand identity and appeals to your target audience.

Ready to place an order? Check out these helpful blogs:

GotPrint’s Free Sample Kit

How to Place an Order on GotPrint.com

8 High-Quality Cheap Prints When Marketing on a Budget

Money Saving Tips for Small Businesses on a Budget

Cheap Prints to Save Money on Marketing

*Prices on GotPrint.com are subject to change at any time without notice.

Common Real Estate Signs

Determine the purpose of your sign before selecting a material. The classic real estate sign is a For Sale sign. This is often a yard sign placed in the lawn at the front of a property, but you could also dig in a sign holder and hang a plastic corrugated sign. If a property or apartment unit is available as a rental, a For Rent sign at the location can help reach potential tenants. These signs are typically used for residential real estate, which typically has a grass patch where you can set up a sign. Once the property is off the market, you can swap it with a Just Sold sign. If you’re looking for custom commercial real estate signs, then you can attach a corrugated sign or an aluminum sign to the exterior of the building. A directional sign, which can be shaped like an arrow or incorporate one into the design, can point passersby to an open house. For real estate events, like a buyer’s open house or a broker’s open house, you can set up signs outside and inside the establishment to catch people’s attention.

For all real estate signs, make sure you’re following local regulations. Some cities have requirements about placing signs around town, so you want to ensure you won’t be violating any codes. 

What Types of Signs are Used for Real Estate Marketing?

Real Estate Yard Signs

When people think of real estate signs, they often envision traditional yard signs. Durable, high-quality corrugated plastic is the ideal weath-resistant Heavy duty metal step stakes ensure the sign stays upright in the grass. The 4mm or 6mm plastic features a semi-gloss surface that protects your design. Custom real estate yard signs are an important direct marketing tool that generates leads. If you’re designing a For Sale Yard Sign, make sure you’re including your contact information, like your phone number and website. If you’re ordering Open House Yard Signs, include the event date and time. 

Most Popular Yard Sign Sizes:

• 18” x 24” Yard Signs
• 24” x 36” Yard Signs
• 24” x 24” Yard Signs

Unique Real Estate Yard Signs:

• House Shaped Yard Signs
• Apartment Shaped Yard Signs
• Arrow Shaped Yard Signs

Browse GotPrint’s free templates for real estate Yard Signs.

A Frame Real Estate Signs

A portable sign, such as a custom sandwich board, is a useful tool. One approach is to create an A Frame Sign that’s advertising your agency. It can decorate your realty office, but you can bring it with you to open houses, house tours, and any other marketing event. You can use just one side or create a double-sided design. Real estate A-frame signs can be placed on the sidewalk outside a property for sale or near the entryway. A Frame Open House Signs, for example, let prospective clients know that they’ve arrived at the right place. The sturdy Signicade® A Frames are made with long-lasting plastic is weather resistant. 

Standard A Frame Signs

• Available in white or black
• 45″H x 25″W
• Design printed on 3 mil Adhesive Vinyl that sticks to the plastic surface

Deluxe A Frame Signs

• Available in white or black
• 46.375″H x 27″W
• Design printed on 4mm corrugated plastic that is inserted into the sign

Browse GotPrint’s free templates for real estate A Frames. 

Real Estate Retractable Banners

When you’re setting up an open house, you don’t just need to advertise the property. You want to take this as an opportunity to promote your real estate agency. Custom retractable banners let you decorate the inside of a listed property. You can print a design specific to the location, or you can share general information about your agency. The high-quality vinyl material beautifully showcases both image and text. Plus, these custom banners are easy to put together and deconstruct. Every Retractable Banner order from GotPrint comes with a carrying case. 

There are two options for custom roll-up banners: full size and table top. Large pull-up banners come in four sizes and can grab people’s attention with a life-size sign. Custom tabletop retractable banners, which are smaller, pair well with displays on a table. This is a perfect place for a call to action: joining your mailing list, how to apply to purchase a property, and following you on social. Set it up next to business cards, flyers, info packets, and brochures. 

Popular Retractable Banner Sizes

• 33.5” x 78.7”
• 15.75” x 32.125”

Corrugated Plastic Real Estate Signs

For a dependable, long-lasting plastic sign, real estate corrugated signs are your best option. The thick plastic material, which is available in 4mm, 6mm, or 10mm thickness, is a great surface for custom outdoor signs. The semi-gloss surface pairs with UV ink for a bright, eye-catching sign that doesn’t fade with exposure to weather. Add drilled holes to the sign to make it easy to hang from a post. 

Popular Corrugated Plastic Signs

• 18” x 24”
• 12” x 18”
• Plastic Arrow Sign

Aluminum Real Estate Signs

Hang custom aluminum signs at your listed properties. The durable metal signs are ideal outdoor signs that you can display directly on the building. The brushed aluminum surface has a polished finish that sets your agency above the rest. Investing in these sleek custom metal signs shows your clients that your agency is high-end and professional. 

Popular Aluminum Sign Sizes

• 24” x 36”
• 23” x 23”
• Metal House Sign

Browse GotPrint’s free templates for aluminum real estate signs. 

Real Estate Car Magnets

Signs don’t have to be stuck in one spot. Realtor car magnets are a great way to promote your agency or brokerage. Custom car magnets stick to your vehicle without damaging the paint. Add your agency name and phone number to the design so people can quickly contact you. This small yet impactful magnetic sign is what makes real estate car advertising so successful. While you’re traveling between listings and parked at the office, your car can serve as a mobile advertisement. The 30 mil High Energy Magnet has a white vinyl surface with a matte finish. The durable material makes the perfect car door magnet, since it is weather-resistant and long-lasting. GotPrint offers custom car magnets in a variety of shapes and sizes.

Popular Car Maget Sizes and Shapes

• 18” x 24” Rectangle
• 18” Circle
• House Shaped Magnets

What to Put on Real Estate Signs

Put your name, contact information (phone number and/or email), agency name, website, and social media handle on real estate signs. These basic details ensure people know exactly where to go when buying or selling a house. Otherwise, the information you include will depend on the purpose of your sign. A For Rent sign might include how many bedrooms a unit offers and the monthly price. A For Sale sign will include other amenities, like the number of bedrooms or the square feet. You can even include a QR code for people to scan to schedule a tour. Open House signs can include the event date and time. For any sign, there should be a call to action: call now, scan for a virtual tour, tour today, etc. You can include photos of the property or a professional realtor portrait. 

Other Real Estate Marketing Essentials

All your real estate marketing materials should feature the same design style. Start with real estate business cards, which help potential buyers and sellers contact you. Pair it with door hangers and mailers to promote your services around the neighborhood. For event marketing, you can order prints specific to the property. Print property flyers, custom brochures about the buying process, and real estate folders to hold info packets. 

Flyers Vs. Brochures 

The primary difference between flyers and brochures is the paper fold. A flyer is a flat piece of unfolded paper. A brochure, which can also be called a pamphlet, is folded in a way that guides people through the layout. The other difference is in use. Brochures are used when you need to share more detailed information that requires more space for text or visual examples. Flyers have less information with a direct purpose, and they are often centered around an eye-catching flyer design. 

What is a Brochure? 

Brochures are a marketing print used for sharing detailed content about topics like services, products, and information. A brochure is a paper folded into sections. There are several types of brochures. The fold you select will depend on how much information you want to include and how you want to present it. The most popular brochure fold is tri-fold, which folds the paper twice, resulting in six distinct panels. Other popular brochure folds include half-fold, which has four panels, and z-fold, which has six panels folded in a zig-zag style. With plenty of space for your message, you can pair text with images and artwork with a clear, detailed layout that guides viewers through each section.  

What are Brochures Used For? 

Custom brochures are used to share detailed information in a format that is easy to understand. Industries that frequently use brochures include healthcare, wellness, travel, non-profits, education, real estate, and hospitality. Your industry will likely inform what your purpose is. Sales brochures, after all, will be quite different from informative brochures about important topics. The various types of brochures will also determine what brochure size and fold you print.  

Popular uses for custom business brochures: 

• Brand Story: Origins, Values, and Mission Statement 

• Product Pricing Information 

• Service Descriptions 

• Catalogs and Lookbooks 

Other popular brochure categories 

• Healthcare: Symptom Awareness  

• Healthcare: Treatment Options 

• Education: Course Offerings 

• Education: Admission Information 

• Real Estate: Listing Presentations 

• Travel: Tourist Destinations 

Event brochure uses: 

• Event Programs 

• Location Maps 

• Speaker Bios  

• Welcome Packs 

Regardless of the topic, brochures are used for materials that require in-depth explanations. You can mail them as marketing materials, leave them in waiting rooms, or display them near the register. A marketing brochure will surely keep people informed of all the important key details. 

What Type of Paper are Brochures Printed on? 

Brochures are most often printed on glossy paper stock that makes all the colors and text vibrant and eye-catching. You want to use a fairly thin paper stock that ensures the folds rest smoothly. Trifold brochure printing, for example, requires a paper that will fold with crisp lines. However, brochures often have a longer shelf life than flyers. The gloss finish on these papers protects your prints throughout frequent use.  

Popular Brochure Paper Stocks: 

• 100 lb. Gloss Book 

• 100 lb. Gloss Cover 

• 70 lb. Opaque Paper 

What is a Flyer? 

Flyers are a flat sheet of paper that includes short messages with a direct call to action. Promotional flyers are meant to be short and simple; only include important information that viewers can instantly parse. You want to grab people’s attention with large headlines and exciting artwork. 

What size are flyers? 

The flyer size will depend on your marketing goals and distribution methods. If you’re passing out flyers in public spaces, then you should print small flyers, since people can easily hold onto them. If you’re leaving a pile in a community space or hanging them around town, then you should design eye-catching, large flyers.  

Popular Flyer Sizes: 

• 8.5” x 11” 

• 5.5” x 8.5” 

• 4” x 6” 

Popular Flyer Paper Stocks:

• 100 lb. Gloss Book 

• 80 lb. Gloss Book 

• 100 lb. Gloss Cover 

What are Flyers Used For? 

Flyers are typically used to promote time-sensitive action items that require immediate action. Retail flyers can promote upcoming sales or product launches, while business flyers can advertise services or functions. Flyers are also often used to promote events, like business openings and parties.  

Common flyer uses include: 

• Real estate promotion for open houses 

• Events, like parties and graduations 

• New product launches 

• Upcoming sales or promotions 

• Services like housekeeping, tutoring, and landscaping 

What is a Pamphlet? 

A pamphlet is sometimes used interchangeably with a brochure, though it can also refer to booklets or other bound materials. That’s why the difference between a pamphlet vs brochure is minimal. Typically, an informative pamphlet is text-heavy and focuses on sharing specific, detailed information. The comparison between brochure vs pamphlet vs flyer is simple: brochures and pamphlets are folded, text-heavy prints, while flyers are one pagers with minimal text. 

Ready to Print 

You shouldn’t rely on just one print product for all your marketing needs. If you’re setting up at a trade show or sharing materials at an event, you can use both options to convey different information. Whether you’re distributing flyers in person or mailing brochures to clients, your prints will surely impress viewers.  

Once you’ve decided which print product best fits your needs, it’s time to order custom marketing materials. GotPrint offers multiple flyer sizes, brochure shapes, and brochure folds. For all of our products, we use the highest quality materials for prints that last a long time. Our printing services guarantee crisp folds, clean prints, and fast turnaround times. We offer bulk printing, so you can reach a large audience. Browse all our marketing materials to get started on all your custom prints. You can also use GotPrint’s pre-made, free brochure templates and flyer templates to get started. 

What to Put on Senior Posters

Senior posters are an excellent place to show off your graduation photos or senior portraits. Scheduling a professional photo shoot early in the school year is an effective way to have high-quality photos ready for a variety of graduation prints. Wear a cap and gown in your photos if you want thematic visuals, or just wear a nice outfit that matches your personality. If you have multiple photos you want to include, you can design a graduation collage. The photos can be entirely from senior pictures, or they can include memories from throughout their entire education. Otherwise, the photo display and content will depend on the type of poster. Team signs, like basketball senior night posters or cheer senior night posters, will probably include a uniform photo, team number, and position. You can also include important stats, such as the number of games won or points scored. Club posters can show off members, whether it’s the class president or a casual member. If you want to make funny graduation posters, you can include humorous accolades, like most classes skipped or best class clown. Incorporate the school colors or mascot to lean into the theme. The finishing touch: the graduation year. 

Senior Poster Ideas

Team Senior Nights

A handful of players will leave your team after graduation. Before that happens, you want to make sure every player feels appreciated. It’s important to acknowledge everyone’s contribution to the team. Make a personalized poster for the team captain and anyone else leaving the school soom. If you create posters for a special senior night game, you can hold onto them until graduation. Senior sports posters make your team feel connected throughout the school year. You can make one poster of all the players or customize individual posters. Include their name and team number alongside a photo of them in uniform or playing the game. You can even incorporate more photos in a sports photo collage with action shots and posed photos. Planning senior night during the season or graduation season is a fun activity for official teams, club sports, and recreational leagues. Plus, it’s an opportunity to show off your team photos. Add relevant graphic design elements, like footballs, soccer balls, or basketballs. These poster designs can match your sports banner design for a cohesive decor style that unites the team. Bonus: print collector cards customized with players for a fun keepsake from the season

School Club Posters

People’s time at school is often defined by the clubs they participate in. Chess team members, school newspaper reports, student government members, robotics club teams, yearbook designers, drama club members, and dance troup members are all crucial to developing the school’s culture. This is true at both the high school and collegiate level. Designing a poster for graduating club members is a great way to make each person feel appreciated. Print a poster of the whole group to commemorate your time together. Or highlight invididaul members with unique personal posters. Design a collage poster to gather different photos from club meetings or events. 

Graduation Party Poster

You don’t need to be on a team or in a club to share your accomplishment. A personalized poster design is a fun option for custom graduation party decor. You can print one poster or bulk print posters depending on your decorating needs. Need graduation poster board ideas? You can’t go wrong showcasing your grad photos in an elaborate collage or using the best photo from the shoot. You can add custom text, like a message from love ones. You could also include next steps or life changes. High school graduation posters, for example, can include what college someone will be attending. Need high school senior poster ideas? Browse GotPrint’s free poster templates to find one that fits your style. 

Graduation Event Posters

Schools also need to promote the event to ensure everyone knows when and where the graduation ceremony will take place. You can print general graduation posters with grad caps, tassels, and confetti to get people excited for the big day. You can also print informative posters, which will include the date, time, and location. Make sure people know how to buy tickets. You can incorporate a QR code into the design to direct people to more detailed information. Hang up posters around campus so students are prepared. You should make sure to display them where parents will see it in case their kids forget to share the details. 

Where to Put Senior Posters

With your photo poster design complete, it’s time to display your posters. With the school’s permission, you can probably set the signs up around campus. For everyone to see, you can decorate hallways and classrooms with durable posters. If you’re printing individual posters, you can stick them to people’s lockers. 

Team posters for graduating players can be put up in the locker room. If your team has local sponsors, like restaurants or stores, you can ask to display them at these locations. Teams will often bring senior night posters to specific games meant to honor players who are graduating. Popular options include volleyball senior night posters, senior night basketball posters, and senior night posters soccer teams. You can also coordinate with the school to set them up at the graduation ceremony venue. For personal use, custom graduation posters are great graduation party decor. Set up a poster board printed on durable foam material on an easel. You can also simple hang a poster on a wall to make the party venue fit the theme.

Other Graduation Essentials

There are plenty of other prints you need to prepare for graduation season. Senior banners are another, larger sign option for celebrating people’s milestones. Print custom vinyl banners with a message of congratulations for parties or ceremonies. GotPrint offers free graduation banner templates that you can easily customize with your personal details. You should also print graduation announcement cards to let all your friends, family, and loved ones know that you’ve reached this important milestone. You can use this space to inform people you’re graduating, invite them to the graduation ceremony, or invite them to your graduation party. GotPrint’s premium printing methods always produce detailed prints with vibrant colors and sturdy poster paper. Prepare with all the graduation signs you need, then check out the essential graduation party materials you’ll need.

Some people might consider this networking tool to be outdated. But custom business cards are still the most effective way to connect with people. Presenting your information in an engaging way can help you clinch the deal. Modern business card designs immediately tell people that your brand is contemporary. Here’s how you can keep up with business card trends and impress your business connections.

Current Business Card Design Trends 

2026 business card trends are all about making the most out of your prints. Anyone printing business cards is doing so with intention, whether the plan is to grow their freelance client list, increase sales, or build brand awareness. If more people rely entirely on the Internet for their networking, then handing out a business card will catch people’s attention. Make the most out of that moment with one of these interesting design approaches.

Minimalist Business Cards

Less is more. A minimalist business card design highlights your information. Typically, this style will just feature text, though there is the option to include some simple, unobtrusive artwork. This approach can be tricky, since every color choice and font decision is noticeable. But simple doesn’t mean boring. Choose an eye-catching font, like Helvetica or Riesling, that makes your name and company look upscale. You can use a classic white background or choose one or two colors for the background. The color scheme will depend on your brand and profession. If you want to include art, you can consider linear designs or other abstract graphic design elements. 

Colorful Business Cards 

Bright business cards paired with bold text will make your brand stand out in a pile of boring, traditional business cards. The colors should match your brand. This can be your pre-existing brand shades or a color palette that matches the style. You can use one color that makes a statement or multiple shades for a daring design. Pairing multiple colors works well when you’re using abstract designs, as it creates a distinct layout. Whether you’re just using colorful text on a plain background or using color all over your design, this is an easy way to craft a distinct business card. 

Repeating Patterned Business Cards 

A repetitive pattern is pleasing to the eye. The final product looks seamless and sophisticated. Plus, these designs immediately catch the eye. Patterns can range from classic, foundational styles like mosaic to funky waves.  

Quiet Luxury Business Cards

A luxury business card design typically upgrades the aesthetic concepts of a minimalist layout. A Raised Foil business card incorporates a metallic element into the layout. A Raised UV business card adds a shiny element. It’s ideal for deluxe brands that want to impress high-end clients. 

Retro Business Cards 

With nostalgic styles trending, a retro business card design can become perfectly modern. Taking old-school styles with fresh color palettes is a creative way to lean into classic styles. Vintage business cards are kitschy in a cool way. The vintage aesthetic is especially popular with clothing brands, hair stylists, and tattoo artists. Use retro fonts, like Monograph, and funky swirls and other patterns for a vintage vibe.  

General Business Card Design Tips 

A good business card highlights your name and contact information. After all, that’s the whole point of a business card. Following the rules of visual hierarchy, your name should be in the largest font. The name of your company should be the second largest font.  

What defines a modern business card isn’t just the artistic style and color choices. A truly modern business card will point viewers to your online presence. After all, a contemporary company or businessperson will be highly engaged across different online platforms. An old-school layout will just have basic contact info, like your phone number. A fresh design will lead people to your online spaces, which means your business card isn’t limited to the physical piece of paper. Making modern business cards with QR code is an easy way to accomplish this. Use an online generator to create QR code assets. You can send people to your company’s website or your personal portfolio. You can also gather all your important links—like a website, social media accounts, and email—onto one page. This lets you consolidate all your important info into one convenient location.  

Another feature of modern business cards is including your social media handles. Most people will include their account name next to icons representing the different platforms. This makes it easy for people to instantly connect with you online, which is especially helpful for retail store owners and professional freelancers. When your design is done, a well-made business card will bolster your online presence.  

Paper Stock Trends 

A business card isn’t done when the design is ready to print. You also need to find the right paper stock for your business cards. Eco friendly business cards are quite popular, as they are typically used by forward-thinking brands. It shows people that your company is committed to sustainability. Print Kraft business cards with GotPrint for a paper choice that is 100% recyclable.  

If you want to make an unforgettable first impression, then you should invest in luxury business cards. GotPrint’s 38 pt. Trifecta paper is the best material for premium business cards. This thick paper features a colorful core, which is available in red, black, blue, and green. Plus, the velvet-soft finish immediately tells potential connections that you’ve invested in high quality materials the moment they feel your card. Between the size and the feel, these cards instantly elevate your personal brand.  

You can’t go wrong with classic 14 pt. Glossy business cards. The High Gloss UV Coating protects your design and adds a stunning shine to the paper. This material is ideal for prints with bold, bright colors, as it will make them appear even more vibrant. For neutral color palettes or minimalist designs, 16 pt. Matte business cards will add a soft backdrop. 

Unique Business Card Shapes 

Experimenting with untraditional business cards is another way to garner intrigue. While you can’t go wrong with the standard 2” x 3.5” business cards, using different dimensions is a way to indicate that you aren’t stuck in the past. This is especially helpful for brands with a daring, iconic brand identity that are in search of creative business cards. Square business cards are a compact way to make a succinct statement. Half circle business cards look cute and trendy. A leaf business card features both sharp and round corners, which adds a fun dynamic to the print. For creative fields, a unique shape is a no-brainer. But even in traditional fields, using an unconventional shape is an immediate way to mark yourself as a forward-thinking individual. 

Modern Business Card Templates   

Need more modern business card ideas? GotPrint has a wide selection of templates that you can customize with your brand details. You can upload photos, add graphic design elements, and personalize text boxes.  

Modern Leaf Outline Design 

These modern minimalist business cards feature a linear art style and delicate leaves. The two-tone color palette is available in green, blue, and brown with a white space for your contact information. Delicate text is easy to read, and the simple design does not detract from the details.  

Modern Design 

A muted colorful stripe along the bottom adds a hint of color (available in green, blue, and pink) to the layout. A straightforward font will clearly convey your information. Add your business name to the back of the layout of these simple business cards.  

Geometric Patterns  

As professional networking becomes more relaxed, so do the expectations of business card styles. Now, neon colors and bold designs are the way to go. A bright pink background with colorful geometric designs will make your business card stand out. This template will give your brand a distinct appearance that people won’t forget.

Orange Circle 

This striped business card design features orange, white, and blue slanted stripes. A bright orange circle in the center draws attention to your company name and website. Use the back of the business card to share your name, job title, phone number, and address.  

Abstract Rounded Shapes 

This design features a pattern with circles and squares with block colors. The funky pattern pairs beautifully with bold, block letters. On the other side, the design rests in a vertical line to the left of your business details. The design is available in green, blue, black, and gray.  

Circular Shapes 

These blue business cards are bold and eye-catching. Using a horizontal layout, it places your business name as if it were on a vertical business card. When they flip it to the other side, they’ll have to move the card to view the horizontal layout on the back. The round geometric pattern adds a fashionable touch. The back of this double sided business card design is bright red. The white and yellow text stands out and grabs the viewer’s attention. This design is cool, trendy, and stylish.  

Retro Swirls 

The striped pink and purple lines create dynamic, eye-catching swirls. The cute layers, color palette, and design style beautifully match creative individuals. Visually, the style directs viewers to your information.  

Multi Color Building 

If you’re looking for modern realtor business cards, then this cute template is perfect. A colorful cityscape adds visual intrigue to the design. The white background makes the colors pop. Browse all of GotPrint’s modern real estate business cards.  

Swatch Palette 

Making modern cool business cards doesn’t have to be complicated. This fully customizable template features three stripes in slightly different colors. It’s simple yet effective, and its minimalist vibes have a modern sensibility. The back is one color with bold white text. The colors are available in red, green, and blue.  

Turquoise & Peach Abstract 

Abstract shapes are a hallmark of modern design. The odd shapes will add visual intrigue in a way that pulls attention to your company’s information. This template features a cute pink and blue color palette, which highlights the white text.  

Minimal Dot Design 

This template keeps the design elements in the corners, which keeps the center space open for your business info. The round designs and neutral color palettes make this template modern but not too out-there. Place your initials on the back.  

Repairing Tools 

Modern handyman business cards are meant to grow your client list. This design includes a variety of simple repair tool designs, including a paintbrush and saw, next to your contractor business name. This template is available in red, blue, black, and gray.  

Investing in Trifecta, GotPrint’s signature paper stock, is an investment in your personal brand. You want to catch people’s attention. You want your business cards to sit at the top of the stack. You want people to know that you take your business connections seriously. High-quality business cards are your most efficient networking tools.  

That’s not to say that our other paper stocks are low-quality. From our standard 14 pt. Gloss Cover to our matte 18 pt. Ultra Premium Smooth White Paper, each business card order is carefully crafted and precisely printed. But the unique details of the triple-layered Trifecta paper, including the color accents and soft velvet feel, take this thick cardstock paper for business cards to the next level. The special features on this high end paper aren’t just for show. Finely woven paper creates sturdy layers that prevent your cards from being bent. The matte surface beautifully displays your custom business card design, allowing the colors to appear rich and clear. The colorful seam, which is available in green, blue, red, and black, adds more depth to the print and makes it stand out in a pile. These details all combine to create the ideal modern business card.  

Are Business Cards Made with Trifecta Paper?

Trifecta business card paper weight is 700 gsm, or 38 point thickness. The thickness is a sign of true luxury stationery. Layering papers results in luxe business cards that can stand the test of time. But the layers of paper aren’t just glued atop one another. Instead, they are woven together, which creates extremely strong paper. This paper is unbendable, which is one of the primary benefits of super thick business cards. Since they aren’t flimsy, people won’t want to throw away the luxury paper. When everyone else at an event is passing out a standard 14 pt. business card, these extra thick business cards instantly elevate you above the rest. It makes sense to invest in high quality business cards you know will last a long time. Not only will it impress clients and customers, but they will always be able to quickly identify your business cards. 

Smooth Textured Business Cards

You’re likely handing elegant business cards directly to people. This can occur in any setting: trade shows, conferences, galas, fundraisers, and business meetings. The high-end, sensory feel of Trifecta paper immediately makes your meeting more memorable. Trifecta is a great material for soft touch business cards that instantly convey quality, since the paper has a velvet finish. That’s what makes it the best paper stock for business cards. The soft touch of the cardstock texture still feels substantial thanks to the several layers of paper. The smooth texture is lavish and immediately conveys the quality that defines your brand. 

This isn’t an average painted edge business card. Instead, Trifecta weaves layers of colored paper together, which results in long-lasting colors on high end luxury business cards. That’s what sets Trifecta paper apart – the colorful edges won’t rub off to reveal blank paper underneath. Since the colored papers are fused together, the color runs throughout the center. If you were to cut a red Trifecta card in half, you would find the red core in the middle

High-Quality Printing 

GotPrint’s craftsmanship is characterized by our attention to detail at all levels—it doesn’t stop with the paper. Selecting Trifecta paper is just the first part of our detailed printing process. Our refined techniques always produce clean prints, crips lines, and bright colors that help your brand image. Whatever your design, your bespoke business cards will always impress people. UV ink melts into the matte paper for rich hues that stand out. The colorful edges pair with your design to establish a strong visual identity. Not only does this premium stationery look well-crafted, but they feel high-end as well. The final result: a paper print that elevates your branding.  

Different Trifecta Business Card Styles 

Trifecta Green 

Fancy business cards don’t have to be boring. The thinnest of the Trifecta papers that GotPrint offers, Trifecta Green is 24 pt. and features a bright green core. This pop of color is ideal for people who work with nature, like florists, or people who work in environmentally conscious fields.  

Trifecta Black 

Trifecta Black business cards feature a dark black color seam and are 38 pt. thick. This paper is ideal for high-end, sophisticated brands, as the color exudes elegance. Plus, black edge business cards match just about everything, so you know the color will likely pair well with your design. 

Trifecta Red 

This red cardstock is a great way to draw attention to your information, since the bright color immediately catches the eye. The vibrant shade on Trifecta Red business cards is ideal for bold businesses looking to make a statement. This thick cardstock is 38 pt. Use colorful business cards for prints that leave an impact. 

Trifecta Blue 

Trifecta Blue business cards are also 38 pt, and they are ideal for businesses that want to look luxurious with a playful twist. The color looks lavish and rich, resulting in the best business cards. A mix of bold and sophisticated, blue color edge business cards are a great way to showcase personality in the business world.  

Other Trifecta Products 

You can use a thick paper stock to create a set of luxury stationery. GotPrint offers Trifecta as a paper for postcards, club flyers, bookmarks, collector cards, and rack cards. These prints cover multiple different promotional needs. Trust GotPrint with all your luxury printing needs. 

Most people only consider what looks good on the screen when they’re crafting their design. But the printing process doesn’t stop there. Instead, it all begins with setting the correct color mode for your design. This depends on which medium you intend to use your design for: digital or print. There are two main color modes you need to know about before completing your final product. Understanding CMYK vs RGB printing is crucial to crafting designs that are clear and detailed. Creating your file in the wrong color mode can be a recipe for disaster, as your final product will display colors that are either completely off or inaccurate. GotPrint has already prepared a checklist for ensuring your file is ready to print. But to fully understand why finding the best color mode for print, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about RGB vs CMYK printing.

First, let’s define the main differences between the two color modes.

RGB Color Mode:

RGB stands for red, green, and blue, which are primary colors. The RGB model is better known as an additive model because the colors are added together to create the images we see on the computer screen. When light from the screen is projected onto the colors, it bleeds them together on the eye’s retina, creating the desired colors, AKA the way we actually perceive colors to be. That’s why the RGB color gamut can cover a variety of colors within the color spectrum. RGB is not considered a print color mode, as it refers to how colors appear on a screen. The primary RGB and CMYK difference is the presence of light. Since a screen emits light, it will change the colors. Print products can only reflect light, not generate it, which impacts how the colors are perceived.

Additive Model

Additive colors, a projected light color system, are created by a method that combines a number of different light colors together. All the colors begin with black, or the absence of light, then different colors (or lights) are added to produce visible colors. Red, green, and blue are the main primary light colors that are used in the additive model. The combination of two of these colors will create a secondary additive color: cyan, magenta, or yellow. This creates the CMYK color wheel.

You’ll often see images in the RGB color mode on digital screens such as televisions and computer monitors  (LCD/LED). RGB can only be used by devices that generate light.  If you’re wondering when to use RGB vs CMYK, an image designed in the RGB color mode is only good for print if you’re printing your product on a digital printer. Some products that use an RGB color wheel are custom photo gifts, like canvas prints and custom mugs. It’s also useful for graphic designs that will exist in online spaces. This can include social media assets, digital invites, or email marketing art. If you want your design to be printed professionally, then you’ll want to change color modes to CMYK.

CMYK Color Mode: 

What is CMYK color mode? CMYK stands for cyan, magenta, yellow, and black, and it is a subtractive model – the opposite of the RGB model. That means that the colors are subtracted from natural white light into pigments, which are then printed onto paper in tiny dots. For example, subtracting magenta from yellow will give you the color red. The more colors you add together, the darker they will be, since you are subtracting from the white. The CMYK color model is the standard file presentation for professional printing services. It is used for a wide variety of paper prints, including business cards, custom art prints,  quality photo prints, and more. 

Subtractive Model

Subtractive colors, a reflected light color system, start with white light/paper. Therefore, the more colors you add together, the darker they’re going to be. The reason behind this is that light is absorbed or removed to create various colors. The key color for the CMYK mode is black (K). Adding this color helps neutralize images and adds density to shadows. 

It’s important to note that CMYK inks won’t always produce the same color as your original image. However, there are many possible combinations of CMYK to achieve the same image so that on paper it looks the way it would on the computer in RGB mode. Programs like Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign provide CMYK presets that recommend the best combination to choose for a wide variety of press/printer setups.

What is Full Color Printing?

Full color printing is the four-color process that uses the CMYK printing colors. This method blends small dots of the four CMYK colors (cyan, magenta, yellow, and key/black) to create the shades in your art print. It is often used in digital printing and offset printing to produce detailed color quality.

Why Do These Two Modes Render Differently?

Each design is unique – meaning that the amount of white space used and colors blended together will differ from one design to the next. As a result, both RGB and CMYK are rendered differently.

For example, since RGB offers a wide range of colors in its color model, a file that is designed in this mode will have the option to use bright, vivid colors. When it converts to CMYK, a different color model that doesn’t offer that same range, then the conversion results in many of these bright colors falling flat and looking dull

No matter which color mode you create a design in, the colors will look darker in print. Each printer has different requirements for images and graphics, so consulting with the printing company beforehand can help eliminate the chances of your design losing too much of its original color. Check to see what formats the printer is capable of printing in, and gather details regarding file conversions. This will ensure that the print resolution is correct. If you know which paper and printer you will be using, then your file can be converted to CMYK.

When Should I Use CMYK or RGB?

We already noted that RGB is best used for digital media, while CMYK is better for print media. While this is true, many designers still prefer creating their designs in the RGB mode first and then converting to CMYK right before sending it in to print. This is because you have many more benefits when designing in the RGB mode, since RGB has a wider range of color options. RGB allows you to work with smaller files, not to mention that the three most common editing programs (Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator) all rely on the RGB format. Lastly, if you want a design that is suited for both web and print, then you’ll already have a file that is web-ready in the RGB mode.

However, if color accuracy is extremely vital to your prints and you want to get technical about your colors being exact, then you should create your design completely in CMYK. Designing in this color mode will definitely help you get a clearer representation of your finished product.

The two different color modes render differently. Choosing to design in the CMYK color mode is one way of making sure the colors in your finished product don’t appear dull and flat. This method is recommended if you have a design that is rich in color, as it provides a better preview of how the color graphics will print. That’s why CMYK is the best color mode for printing.

Conversion Tools

Now that you understand why it’s necessary and important to have your files set in the correct color mode before printing, it’s time to learn how to convert. The most common way designers do this is by designing their image fully in RGB mode, then converting it at the end to CMYK.

You’ll want to save a backup copy of your file before converting, and remember that the interaction of colors between layer blending modes will change when the mode changes – this is normal. You may flatten your file before converting, but it isn’t required. We mentioned before that Adobe’s Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign are the most common programs used for creating designs, and that all these programs rely on the RGB mode. From there, these programs make it easy to convert to CMYK and set a specific rendering intent in order to make your file print ready. This process will ensure you’re selecting the right CMYK color codes. Here’s how:

Illustrator: File > Document Color Mode > CMYK or RGB Color.

InDesign: Window > Color > Dropdown button in the upper right corner > CMYK or RGB.

Below is a step-by-step tutorial on how to convert color modes to be set for print in Photoshop:

Step 1 > In Photoshop, Select “Edit” then “Color Setting”.

Step 2 > Select a CMYK profile best fit for the final printing conditions.

Step 3 > You can select “More Options” to set the rendering intent when converting the RGB values to CMYK. “Perceptual” is best for photographs because it will preserve the visual relationships of the source image.

Step 4 > Open the RGB image you want to convert.

Step 5 > Make any edits, apply any filters and adjustments while the image is still in RGB mode.

Step 6 > Select “View” – “Gamut Warning” to see any colors that turn gray, which represents the colors that can’t be produced in CMYK. For these colors, Photoshop will select the nearest color it can to replace it, depending on the rendering intent you set beforehand.

Step 7 > Select “Image” – “Mode” – “CMYK Color”. Remember that some bright colors may change to a dull color after the conversion.

What color mode is used for print?

CMYK color mode is used for print. As we’ve covered, this is the best way to produce prints, like custom invitations, stickers, and marketing materials, that look professional. However, other printing specifications will impact the CMYK color palette for printing. The material you select, such as cardstock paper or signage material, affects the final appearance. A glossy paper stock is best for vibrant designs with bold, bright colors. It adds a reflective shine that draws attention to the design. A matte paper stock, on the other hand, is best for muted or neutral color palettes. Printing on specialty papers, like Linen or Kraft, will also change the final appearance, since the colored material and added texture alter the prints. That’s why it’s important to choose the right paper stock for your business card design. The sign material you select has a similar impact. Color will appear different on a matte vinyl banner compared to a glossy poster. Keep this in mind when creating custom signs. For most custom prints, using a CMYK color mode is the most effective way to receive accurate products. 

Ordering prints with GotPrint is another way to ensure your prints are high-quality. All our custom print products, from business cards to foam signs to postcards, are made with premium ink that lasts a long time on the material. The base materials, such as premium paper or smooth acrylic sign, are also well-crafted, pairing the ink with the ideal surface. Not only do we use the finest materials, but we also have excellent equipment, which allows us to use printing methods that result in vibrant shades and crisp lines. Once your file is ready to go in the right color mode, you can trust GotPrint to deliver exceptional prints.

How to Design Event Flyers

Identify Your Objective 

How you create a flyer design will depend on your end goal. The best flyers are specifically tailored to the type of event. A party flyer, for example, will look different from a job fair flyer. Do you want people to RSVP online? Do you want them to buy tickets? Does your event require something special, like wearing a costume to a Halloween party or bringing food to a potluck? Do you want people to show up at a location at a specific time, such as a graduation ceremony? Or is it an ongoing event, like an art exhibition or a monthly book club? Is the event free, donation-based, or paid? This important information will guide how you organize your one pager designs. Keep a clear goal at the top of your mind to create an effective flyer.  

Identify Your Target Audience 

The visual style of your print advertisements will depend on the audience you hope to attract. A rave flyer and a fundraiser flyer, for example, will be designed with different people in mind. Your target audience’s age, gender, and other defining characteristics will help you brainstorm a design. A birthday party flyer for kids will likely use bright colors and cute cartoons. A food truck flyer or restaurant flyer will have enticing food photos and happy hour specials. A real estate flyer will showcase details that will appeal to your ideal buyer. Whatever your event is, your promotional materials should be made with the intended recipients in mind. 

Flyer Design Elements 

Flyer Page Layout 

A flyer layout should be easy to follow. Design the page from top to bottom, which is how viewers will read the flyer when they see it. The most important or compelling information should be at the top of the flyer. This will hook viewers and convince them to read more. Include more elaborate details, like the event location and time, further down the page or on the back of double sided flyers. GotPrint’s event flyer maker simplifies the page structure and makes it easy to craft the perfect layout. 

Flyer Color Palette

Using the right flyer colors is an important part of the design process. They are crucial to making custom business flyers that people actually stop and read. Use bold, contrasting colors that grab people’s attention. Limits the color palette to a few shades, so the design doesn’t overwhelm viewers. If you’re promoting a business event, like a hiring fair or a pop up shop, then you can rely on your brand colors. An art show flyer should use colors that fit the artist that is being featured. A housekeeping flyer or car wash flyer should use colors that reflect the thorough services and clean final product they guarantee.  

Design Style 

Most flyers don’t just have text on a plain background. Finding the right art style for your marketing materials can help convince people to attend your event or learn more about your business. The direction you take will depend on your pre-determined audience. Flyers for a religious event, like church service flyers, will likely include religious imagery. Open house flyers can include photos of the property or the real estate agent. Car show flyers can share photos of cars. If you don’t have any ready-to-go promotional photos ready to go, you can find relevant stock photos that fit the event theme. But flyers aren’t limited to photos. You can use graphic design elements, cartoons, and illustrations to craft a truly unique layout. Otherwise, you can include your business branding, like your company logo, models, or product photos.  

What to Write on Event Flyers 

The copy on your event flyers should be simple and straightforward. After all, flyers aren’t like brochures or emails, which have plenty of space for lengthy marketing messages. A flyer is meant to be a brief piece of paper that immediately makes someone want to attend your event. Write a bold, enticing headline that will capture people’s attention. From there, most people will include a short event description. Use bullet points for other information, like locations, RSVP requirements, and dress codes. 

The Best Fonts for Flyers 

The flyer fonts you select should reflect your brand identity. But if you don’t have a set style guide, there are a few rules to follow when making a flyer. Use easy-to-read fonts that ensure you are effectively sharing information. Two popular fonts for flyers are Bon Vivant and Franklin Gothic. Both have clean lines that are thick and legible. When choosing font sizes for flyers, use the visual hierarchy. Your headline and brand name should be the largest font. Use mid-sized fonts for other details, then a smaller font for contact information. 

Popular Flyer Sizes 

The most popular flyer size is 8.5” x 11”.  Small flyers are available in 2.5″ x 4″and 3.5″ x 8.5”. Large flyers are available in 8.5″ x 14”and 11″ x 17”. Choose a large flyer if you want to display them in common spaces and attract attention. A small flyer is best for passing out to individuals at crowded events like trade shows and conferences.  

Flyer Paper 

When you order flyers, you want to ensure they print on a paper stock that shows off your design. 100 lb. Gloss Book is the most popular paper for flyers, since it has a shiny finish and a UV coating that resists damage. Similarly, 80 lb. Gloss Book is a slightly thinner paper that is still durable. Both options are great for vibrant colors and bright photos. Since you’re distributing flyers, you want to make sure you’re using sturdy paper that can handle heavy use, which these paper stocks are perfect for. 

How to Distribute Event Flyers 

Distributing leaflets is a great way to increase attendance at your event. There are several different strategies for passing out flyers. The lowest-effort option is to leave a stack of flyers in a common space, like a community center, library, or coffee shop (with the owner’s permission). Another method is to hand out flyers on the street. Stick near the event location to reach people in the area. Select a location with lots of foot traffic so you can reach the largest number of people. Not everyone will want to interact with you. But if you send out an engaging extrovert, you can connect with people and present a reason to attend your event.  

Event Flyer Templates 

GotPrint’s 8.5” x 11” flyer templates include a wide variety of events, industries, and businesses. Choose the size you’re looking for, then browse our flyer examples. Finding the right flyer template lets our professional design team handle the creative work. All you need to do is add your own branding, event details, and any other artwork you want. To customize GotPrint’s free templates, choose one of the online design options, which lets you personalize the text and design elements.  

Dancing Hands 

Birthday party flyers are the best way to spread the word about your celebration. This cute pink flyer features raised hands having a fun time. Customize the text boxes with your party date, location, and time. If you want to streamline the party RSVP process, you can add a QR code that can track attendance.  

Presents on Presents 

Stacks of gifts and bright confetti fit the theme on these flyers for birthday party designs. Bold block text makes it easy for everyone to know the event details. Whether you’re planning a surprise party, a children’s birthday party, or a brand birthday party, this flyer is a great design option. Use GotPrint’s party flyer maker to create a fully customized design.  

Smiley Pattern 

This cartoon flyer design is ideal for any entertainment event. Customize the text to fit your event, whether it’s a stand-up set, live podcast recording, or improv show. Add details about buying tickets on the back of the double sided flyer. 

Band Silhouette 

This band flyer features a design with people on stage with instruments. Pink stripes draw attention to event details on the black flyer background. Add your band website and instructions for buying tickets on the back. Use this concert flyer to get more local fans.  

Abstract Sound Frequencies 

Get more people to attend your next DJ set with this concert flyer template. Intricate lines are patterned to look like sound waves. Include your musical specialties and what kinds of events you usually work in the text boxes. Choose between green, blue, black, and orange color palettes.  

Farmers Market 

Use this farmers market flyer to get the local community involved in your recurring event. An illustrated orange tree design at the top adds color to the template and points to the healthy nature of the event. On the back, a case of oranges pairs with your event info. Don’t forget to include the time, location, and frequency (weekly, biweekly, etc.).  

Farmers Market 

Fresh produce, like tomatoes, bell peppers, and mushrooms, will catch people’s attention and give them a taste of what they can buy at the market. This farmers market flyer template free to customize online is a great way to promote your event. Need more farmers market flyer ideas? Browse GotPrint’s fully customizable flyers.  

Bats and Pumpkins 

Print Halloween flyers for your costume party. This black and white flyer features cute, illustrated pumpkins and bats. The white text stands out against the black background.  

Jack-O-Lantern Party 

Customize Halloween party flyers with a cute pumpkin pattern. The carved pumpkins come in multiple shapes and make different faces, adding variety to the template. Browse all of GotPrint’s Halloween event flyers to invite people to your haunted house, trick or treating excursion, or costume party.  

Blue Slanted Boxes 

As a realtor, promoting your events is essential. Print open house flyers to improve attendance and find your next home owner. Upload a photo of the property for sale as well as your professional real estate headshot.  

Blue/Gray Triangle 

Real estate open house flyers spread the word about a new property on the market. This template features design elements that draw attention to the home and the open house information. GotPrint has multiple open house flyers examples, so you can find the design that best fits your agency. 

Glossy Paper

The most common wedding invitation paper is 14 pt. Gloss. This is a thick cardstock that is perfect for postcards and is very durable. The shiny finish is ideal for designs with bright colors and photo wedding invitations.  In addition to making your designs look vibrant, the High-Gloss UV Coating protects the paper from scratches. This white glossy paper is the best material for a smooth, clean invitation. Since this paper doesn’t have a writable surface, don’t use it for any wedding prints that will require a handwritten message.  

Premium Matte Paper 

For an elevated invite paper, 16 pt. Premium Matte has a modern finish that looks sophisticated and chic. The soft finish is ideal for designs on neutral wedding invitations. The matte finish means you can write on the paper. Use matte uncoated papers for wedding RSVP cards so people can mark their attendance. You can also print wedding thank you cards on this paper stock, which allows you to include a handwritten message.  

This paper stock also lets you include elegant design elements like raised foil and raised UV. Custom foil wedding invitations let you include shiny metallic accents in gold, silver, or rose gold. For a truly deluxe print, design gold foil wedding invitations. GotPrint also offers raised UV printing, which adds a 3D element to your wedding cards. It applies a high gloss finish to specific areas, like your names or special design elements.  

Another option for a matte wedding invitation is 18 pt. Ultra Premium Smooth White. A touch thicker than the 16 pt. version, you can feel the difference in the paper stock. A white 18 pt. paper is the best option for a luxury matte invite.  

Linen Paper 

Linen wedding invitations have a woven material that has a delicate and elegant appearance. It feels textured but not rough, which creates a luxe tactile experience. The texture works best with text-based designs and simple artwork. The 13 pt. paper stock is thick without feeling bulky. The final product looks sophisticated and high-end.  

Premium Pearl 

This pearlescent paper has a classy shimmer with a distinctly luxurious aesthetic. The slight luster sets it apart from the average white paper stock. The ivory shade is made with a thick 18 pt. paper. This paper is the best option for luxury wedding stationery. Use this high-end paper if you want to print elegant wedding invitations with a slightly matte finish.  

Premium Kraft 

If you want rustic wedding invites for a more casual event or are looking to print recycled paper wedding invitations, then Kraft Paper is the right choice. It is a light brown paper stock with a textured, natural finish you can write on. The appearance is best for rustic wedding invitations. Whether you’re tying the knot on the beach or in the mountains, this style is ideal for outdoor nuptials. This eco-friendly paper is ideal for text and artwork-based designs, as the brown background will change the colors that appear in photos.  

Trifecta 

Triple-layered paper is the best material for incredibly elegant, durable print products. GotPrint’s unique Trifecta Paper has a 38 pt. thickness and a velvet finish that is soft to the touch. It has a colored core, with options including black, red, and blue. Select whichever color best matches your design.  

Opaque Smooth White 

You need high-quality envelopes to protect your custom wedding invitations. The standard envelope paper has a 70 lb. thickness, which will hold up throughout the mailing process. The envelope material features a smooth white surface, which you can customize with your own design. 

Want to feel GotPrint’s paper options before you commit to a cardstock? Order a Free Sample Kit to test all our material options. These wedding samples will allow you to find the perfect paper for your invitations. 

How to Make Wedding Invites 

The wedding invite design process begins with your theme. Vintage, boho, modern, beachy, or whimsical weddings will all have invites that look different. You’ll also need to set a date, location, and time. When all this information is set, you can start designing. 

Choose a Size and Shape 

Most wedding invitations are 5” x 7”. However, you can order unique wedding invitations in different sizes as well. Consider a square postcard or a half circle, which has a rounded side. For a simple yet sophisticated touch, you can order postcards with rounded corners. Whichever postcard shape you select, the postcard dimensions will guide your wedding invitation layout.  

Choose an Art Style 

There are multiple style options for your invite cards. Some people are minimalists and only include text. Others incorporate simple graphic design elements; wedding invites with floral artwork are the most popular option. You can even design a custom wedding monogram, which presents your initials in a formal design that can be used across several different wedding prints. Alternatively, you can use photo invites for a personal touch. Many people will work with professional graphic designers. But you can also design wedding invitations with GotPrint’s design tools.  

Wedding Invitation Theme 

Before you get started, you should have a good idea of your design style. One option is to use your venue and the season as a visual guide. If you’re getting married on the beach, you can use tropical flowers or an ocean design. If you’re planning a sleek black-tie wedding, you can use elegant scripts and gold foil accents. If your event is in the winter, you might lean into the snow and cold weather. Your invitations are also an opportunity to share your engagement photos. Send photo wedding invitations with text that clearly stands out against the background. 

Fonts for Wedding Invitations 

Elegant script fonts are the most popular option for wedding invitations. The flowing style suggests a formal, romantic event. Typically, your names will be the largest font in this cursive font. Popular script fonts include Lucida Calligraphy and Vivaldi. Using the design visual hierarchy, the date will be the next largest font, and the venue, dress code, and any other information will be slightly smaller in size. You can mix and match fonts within the same font family. These details will often be in a sans serif font underneath the larger script font, as you want to ensure they are clearly readable. A common pairing is Bickham Script for the heading and Garamond for the body.  

Browse Pre-Made Wedding Invitation Templates 

Not everyone is a design expert. You can handle the important wedding planning, and we’ll handle the designs. GotPrint’s wedding invitation templates are easy to customize, which allows you to make the design completely unique to your style. Edit the text boxes to include your date, location, RSVP information, and any other details. You can even upload photos, move design elements, and add graphics. This allows you to make design templates that are completely unique to your special day. 

Half Arch Design 

This modern vintage wedding invitation takes classic designs and gives them a fresh twist. The colorful designs are eye-catching without being over the top. The simple layout makes it easy for all your guests to clearly read the important event details. This template is available in green, brown, and blue color palettes. The colors on this template will print well on both matte and glossy paper stocks.  

Tropical Vintage 

This floral wedding invitation template features an elegant flower design with a geometric pattern. The gold lines create a stylish border around your customizable text boxes. The design is available in green, blue, brown, and purple.  

Painted Leaves (Wedding) 

This photo invitation template uses your engagement pictures as the full background. You can use our online design tool to upload your photos to the invitation maker. Add your names to the top of the layout and use the text boxes on the back to include more details. Use a glossy paper to make sure your photo shines. 

Flowers in Jar 

If your wedding is going to be laid back, you can use rustic wedding invites. This customizable free template features delicate string lights over a cream background. A simple mason jar with a bouquet adds more color to the design. Browse all GotPrint’s rustic wedding invitation templates here. You can print these designs on matte or glossy cardstock. 

Complete Your Wedding Stationery Suite 

With your invites ready to go, you want to make sure you have a completely custom wedding stationery suite. Have save the dates, RSVP cards, and thank you cards ready to go. For the day off, you can print wedding programs, wedding dinner place cards, and wedding dinner menus. Creating matching designs will ensure every small detail, from the place settings to the envelopes, all create a cohesive aesthetic experience for your guests.  

Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) signs are made with a sturdy plastic material with a smooth surface. The White Palight® Premium Substrate offers a polished appearance with a white matte finish for a high-end sign. But they don’t just look good. The weather-resistant plastic is durable and tough, so you can set up a sign indoors or outdoors.

Why Choose PVC Signs? 

Many qualities make a PVC sign board the best option for signage. Above all, they are both affordable and durable. You’ll be saving money on custom designed signs that you’ll be able to use for a long time. Additionally, it’s an incredibly versatile material. You can choose a PVC sign if you need both outdoor and indoor signage, since it can withstand the weather. The lightweight material makes it easy to transport event signs for parties, pop-ups, and promotions. You can use PVC signage for business signs, directory signs, decorative displays, and safety signs, among other things. 

How Thick are PVC Signs?

PVC signs are available in two sizes: 3mm and 6mm. Both options are suitable for indoor and outdoor use. Just call him up and see what happens. We suggest using a 3mm sign for short-term usage and investing in a 6mm sign for long-term use.  

PVC Signs vs Polystyrene Signs

Both made of premium plastic materials, PVC signs and Polystyrene signs have similar uses. The primary difference is sign thickness. Polystyrene boards, sometimes just known as styrene signs, are 1.5mm thick, making them the best option for lightweight signs. The weight also makes it easy to transport for short term usage. Design custom polystyrene signs for retail promotions, trade show displays, and event signage. A PVC board is thicker, which makes it better suited for long-lasting signs.  Use custom PVC signs for outdoor directional signs, lobby signs, business entrance signs, and any other outdoor signs.  

What PV Sign Shapes Are Available? 

GotPrint offers PVC signs in a variety of shapes. The most popular PVC sign shape is rectangle, which can be oriented horizontally or vertically. If you want to create a deluxe sign, then order a rounded rectangle sign, which smooths the corners for a pristine finish. A custom square sign is another popular option, as is a circle sign. If you need to give directions, the arrow sign gets the job done. GotPrint offers even more specific signage options. Display an apartment or house-shaped sign for real estate signs. Other sign shape options include half arch, half circle, rounded square, oval, octagon, and star.  

Are PVC Signs Durable? 

Yes, PVC Signs are incredibly durable. The plastic sign material is rigid and sturdy, plus it’s easy to display. The material is abrasion and scratch resistant. That means you can confidently display your personalized sign outside, and product durability ranges from 3 to 6 months. Your design will be printed with premium UV ink, which results in vibrant colors that resist abrasion. The white background helps to make the colors pop. Full color, double sided printing lets you use the whole board to share your message. Choose the thickest sign option, 6mm PVC, for a sturdy sign that can withstand wear.  

How Do I Display PVC Signs? 

You can display a PVC sign on an easel or lean it against a surface. You can also hang a sign with Command Strips, which you can add to your order. GotPrint also offers hole drilling directly onto the sign. This allows you to use other accessories for long-term displays. You can add Suction Cup N’ Hooks and Stainless-Steel Standoffs to your order. When you hang signs with these materials, you’re guaranteed a high-end, polished appearance.  

What Industries Use PVC Signs? 

Several different industries use PVC signs. Real estate offices can display their signs inside or set them up during open houses and viewings. Shopping centers and other retail storefronts can use promotional PVC signs to share sales, new launches, and directions. Shopping centers and office buildings can use PVC signs as directories. Construction PVC signs make great job site signs. The plastic materials are useful for restaurant signs, like menu signs and meal specials.  

How to Design a PVC Sign 

Choose a Shape and Size 

When you design a sign, you want the board dimensions to match your art and text. If your sign has a lot of text, it needs to be large enough to clearly read everything. 24” x 36” is the most popular PVC sign size, since it is large and eye-catching. If you want a small PVC sign, you can choose an 8” x 8” sign or an 8” x 10” sign. 

Establish Your Intention 

How you customize a sign will depend on what you’re using it for. A direction sign, for example, should be simple and easy to follow, while a directory needs to clearly list companies and office locations. A logo sign can simply showcase your business artwork. A promotional sign needs to clearly convey what is on sale, how long the promotion will last, and have a compelling call to action. An outdoor business sign should be easy to spot from far away. Any branded sign should feature your pre-existing branding, like a logo, official colors, and practical fonts.  

Single Sided Sign or Double Sided Sign

GotPrint’s custom sign printing allows you to use both sides of the material. Use single sided signs if you’re planning on hanging them on a wall or a similar surface. Display double sided signs with a sign holder. You can also use two-sided signs if you plan on flipping them around, depending on what information you need to share. 

Choose the Right Font 

Most signs have text that people need to read. That’s why it’s important to use fonts for signs that can convey your message in a straightforward manner. Use thick, bold fonts that are meant for easy readability. Intricate script fonts that are highly decorative will be difficult for viewers to read. In general, you should limit the number of fonts on your sign. This ensures the final product looks professional and distinct. Popular fonts for signs include Helvetica, Arial, Garamond, and Futura.  

Other Signage Options 

Use GotPrint for all your customized signage. You can order yard signs, vinyl banners, a-frame signs, posters, and more. We offer a variety of sizes, shapes, and materials, so you can find the right type of sign for your needs.