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We've gotten requests for flat card sizes at-a-glance. Click here for a downloadable pdf for easy reference. The card sizes show for custom stationery printing are the most commonly used and bestsellers on our site. A9 and A7 cards are typically used for wedding invitations and baby announcements but they could also be used for personal stationery. A6 is commonly used for thank you notes and monogrammed stationery for adults or kids. 4" x 6" cards are great for postcards, info card for wedding suites or thank you notes. A2 is our most popular size for custom printed notecard sets,...

Biatch card by Kitty Meow and Chalkboard card by Blue Barnhouse On a recent panel discussion for GCA (if you're not a member, check it out - this org does a TON for the stationery world) about processes and products in our industry, we touched on the topic of using cello sleeves with greeting cards that are sold in brick and mortar stores. Like, real stationery shops. Which I love. So so much. They have beautiful cards... and notebooks.... and Blackwing Pencils.... But I digress. About half of the attendees said that their customers at the retail shops require a...

As small creative business owners, we have the incredible opportunity to infuse the world with beauty and originality through our products. But what if we could take it a step further and ensure that our stunning paper creations also contribute to a sustainable future? In this blog post, we'll delve into the invaluable benefits and eco-friendly attributes of paper products, shedding light on the pivotal role they play in mitigating climate concerns when careful consideration is made. With Stationery HQ, creative businesses and artists can seamlessly integrate sustainability into their paper products without compromising on quality. From eco-friendly paper selections...

The first time I threw down my hard earned cash to attend a conference for design agency owners was a struggle. It wasn't just the conference fee ($1,200 over 20 years ago) but also the travel cost. I knew I had a lot to learn about running a profitable business but there was no guarantee that I would get the answers I needed at the Mind Your Own Business conference (which is still going strong). That event changed my life. I met lifelong friends who faced similar challenges and generously shared their resources. I heard speakers who had already overcome...

Marketing is tricky and anyone who tells it's easy is full of it. Just when you think you've got a program that works, some a-hole changes the algorithm or the rules and it doesn't work anymore.  We're growing businesses in a time of unprecedented competition and trying to differentiate ourselves amongst all the noise. "You have to do videos!" they say. And "Email 3 times a week!" and "Show your face!" and "Be authentic!" There's paid search, ads on social platforms, paid influencers, tradeshows and old school efforts like actually calling someone. And newsletters are back, I thought that ship...