Product Description

Sending a Valentine’s Day card for a special occasion is a great way to show that you are in spirit with someone. Whether you send them to friends, colleagues, customers or even potential customers, postcards are always a valuable gesture. Although they are used for special occasions like Valentine’s Day or anniversary, you can also use them to promote your new product and maybe add a little gift like a discount coupon to make the holiday more fun.

With our special Valentine’s Day cards, you can customize them. You can upload your own artwork, choose the type of paper, choose the finish that complements your design and do much more. If you need help with this process or can’t decide which settings are right for you, please contact our team.

Product Specification

Add a personal touch to your greeting cards
Great holiday marketing tools
Multiple coating options
Flexible quantities

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Our eco-friendly printing techniques include using only soy inks made from natural soybeans.

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Technical and Customization Options for Valentine's Day Greeting Cards
Specification	Available Options
Print Size	4.25" x 11", 5.5" x 8.5", 6" x 9", 6" x 12", 7" x 10"
Quantity	25, 50, 75, 100, 250, 500, 1000, 2500, 5000, 10000
Paper	14 pt Cardstock
Sides	Print front only , Print both sides
Finish	Glossy both sides, Glossy front side only, Matte finish
Scoring	None, Score in half
Envelopes	None, A7 - White Woven
Turnaround	5 Business Days, 3 Business Days, Next Business Day, Same Business Day

Compliance & Technical Standards for Valentine's Day Greeting Cards

Material & Process Compliance

Substrate: Premium coated or uncoated cardstock, 12 pt (270 gsm) to 16 pt (350 gsm) thickness, conforming to ISO 536 (grammage) and ISO 5629 (bending stiffness) standards.
Printing Method: Full-color CMYK offset or digital printing calibrated under ISO 12647-2 for tonal accuracy. All inks are REACH-compliant and free from lead, cadmium, or mercury per RoHS guidelines.
Finishing Options: Gloss, matte, silk, or soft-touch lamination available. Laminates tested per ASTM D1044 abrasion resistance and ASTM D523 gloss retention metrics.
Folding & Scoring: Precision-scored and folded per ISO 21993 folding endurance standards to prevent cracking or fiber breakage.
Compliance: All substrates sourced from FSC-certified suppliers under ISO 14001 environmental management systems.

Dimensional & Build Standards

Attribute	Nominal	Tolerance	Notes
Flat Sizes	5″×7″, 5.5″×8.5″, 4.25″×6″, or custom	±1 mm	Flat size before scoring and folding
Folded Sizes	5″×3.5″, 5.5″×4.25″, etc.	±1 mm	After folding to finished format
Paper Weight	270–350 gsm	±5 %	Determined by chosen stock and coating
Scoring Depth	0.3–0.5 mm	±0.05 mm	Matched to grain direction to prevent cracking

Environmental & Safety Disclosures

Material Safety: All papers are ECF and acid-free. Inks contain no formaldehyde, aromatic hydrocarbons, or heavy metals.
Recyclability: Fully recyclable and compostable under EN 13432 standards. Lamination films offered in recyclable PET where facilities permit.
Indoor Air Quality: Digital toners and offset inks tested to ASTM D3960 for VOC content and meet GREENGUARD Gold equivalent certification.
Storage Stability: Maintain between 20–25 °C and 40–55 % RH to prevent curl or lamination lift.

Quality Assurance & Color Management

Color Consistency: ICC-managed workflows maintain ΔE2000 < 2 across press runs. Proof-to-print verification performed per ISO 12647-7.
Trim Accuracy: Guillotine-cut tolerance ±0.5 mm; fold registration ±0.75 mm.
Inspection: Visual QC for scuffing, alignment, and coating uniformity prior to packaging.
Batch Traceability: Each production run logged with stock, ink batch, and operator record for quality auditing.

File Preparation Alignment

Bleed: 3 mm (0.125″) on all edges; safe zone 3 mm inside trim.
Resolution: 300 dpi minimum at 100 % scale.
Color Mode: CMYK; embed ICC profiles and flatten transparencies before export.
Folding Orientation: Indicate top panel and fold direction; avoid artwork near fold lines.
Fonts & Lines: Convert text to outlines; use line weight ≥0.25 pt for clarity after scoring.

Legal & Marking

All greeting card artwork and messages printed under client license. Manufacturer identifiers appear only as internal production codes and are not visible on finished card surfaces. Greeting cards meet postal machinability and bulk-mail thickness standards for direct mailing applications.

Valentine’s Day Greeting Cards FAQs

What sizes are available, and are those flat or folded dimensions?

Flat sizes: 4.25" x 11", 5.5" x 8.5", 6" x 9", 6" x 12", and 7" x 10". These are flat measurements. If you choose “Score in half,” the folded sizes are 4.25" x 5.5", 4.25" x 5.5", 6" x 4.5", 6" x 6", and 5" x 7" respectively.

What’s the difference between 14 pt Cardstock and 12 pt Semi Glossy?

14 pt Cardstock is thicker and stiffer for a premium feel. 12 pt Semi Glossy is slightly thinner with a built-in semi-gloss sheen that enhances photos and color while remaining lighter and a bit more flexible.

Can you print on both sides, and will the inside be easy to write on?

Yes, choose “Print both sides” or “Print front only.” For writing inside, pick “Matte finish” or “Glossy front side only” (keeps the inside uncoated). Ballpoint pens and fine-tip markers work best; permanent markers for glossy areas.

What coatings/finishes can I choose, and how do they affect the look?

Glossy both sides: high shine and pop, more scuff-resistant. Glossy front side only: shiny front with an uncoated, pen-friendly inside. Matte finish: non-glare, smooth, best for handwriting and a refined look.

Do you score the cards, and when is scoring recommended?

Optional “Score in half” is available. Scoring creates a crease line for clean folding and is recommended on 12–14 pt stocks to prevent cracking along the fold.

Which cards fit the A7 White Woven envelope option?

A7 envelopes fit 5" x 7" folded cards. Choose the 7" x 10" size with “Score in half” for a perfect A7 fit. Other sizes will not fit A7 without trimming or a different envelope.

What are the turnaround options and what do they include?

Production options: 5 Business Days, 3 Business Days, Next Business Day, and Same Business Day. Times reflect production only; shipping/transit time is additional.

What quantities can I order?

Preset quantities range from 25 to 10,000. Larger runs are more economical per piece; small runs are ideal for quick, targeted mailings or events.

How should I set up my artwork for best results?

Supply print-ready files at final flat size with 0.125" bleed on all sides, keep text 0.125" inside trim (safe area), and clearly indicate fold orientation if choosing “Score in half.” Use CMYK color and 300 dpi images for crisp output.

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