Journal

Using Letterpress Note Cards to Enhance Your Snail Mail

· Amber Rowlen
Letterpress note card overview showing different styles

Letterpress printing of personalized note cards is a fantastic way to add a little something special to the mail you send out. Whether for personal correspondence or business use, quality stationery elevates your messaging and leaves a lasting impression on the recipient.

Flat letterpress note cards

Letterpress note card with letterpress envelope liner

Flat cards feature deep letterpress impressions and are perfect for handwritten messages. Various sizes fit standard envelopes, making them versatile for any occasion. The card shown above was created for visual artist Sophie Lin Berard and paired with kraft-colored envelope liners that enhance the unboxing experience.

Folding letterpress note cards

Two color folding letterpress note card

Folding cards offer expanded design possibilities with larger writing areas inside. Creasing dies ensure uniform folds, with popular sizes being A2 (4.25 x 5.5 inches folded) or A7 (5 x 7 inches folded). These are positioned as premium keepsake stationery that recipients love to hold onto.

Letterpress post cards

Foil stamped and letterpress post card with duplexed paper

Post cards represent a personalized alternative to traditional notes, incorporating foil stamping or letterpress techniques. Duplexing — bonding two paper sheets after printing — creates interesting color and texture combinations suitable for business or personal correspondence.

Coordinating envelopes

Letterpress red envelope with coordinating note card

Envelope coordination is essential to the complete stationery experience. Return addresses can be printed via letterpress or digital methods, including white ink on colored envelopes. Textured envelope options add an extra layer of refinement to the presentation.

Interested in developing custom letterpress note cards? Reach out to our studio — we'd love to help bring your vision to life.

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