How to Make Business Cards

An easy way to cut down on expenses when you are running a business is to make your own business cards. This article will provide you with step-by-step instructions for making your own business cards.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Computer
• Microsoft Word program
• Printer
• Black ink
• Avery Standard 3612 paper

1. Purchase Avery Standard 3612 paper. It can be found at any office supply store. Make sure you have black ink in your printer and Microsoft Word on your computer.

2. Open up your Microsoft Word application and click on the "tools" icon. Click on "Letters and Mailings" and then "Envelopes and Letters." Click on the "options" button and scroll down to product number 3612—business card.

3. Type your business card information in the box provided and click on "New Document" when you are finished.

4. Edit the style of your card using the icons at the top of the page. When you are satisfied with the appearance of your card prepare to print.

5. Put your Avery Standard 3612 paper into your printer. Make sure you know the proper way to feed your paper into the printer so the card will print on the side that you want. Print your new business cards.

Tips & Warnings

• Print a sample page first to make sure you are satisfied with your final product before using all your paper.