How to Make Business Cards With Your Picture on Them

One of the most popular and traditional means of making your own business cards is to purchase blank printable business cards at an office-supply store. The business cards can then be designed using Microsoft Word or a graphics program. However, one of the easiest methods of creating professional-quality, do-it-yourself business cards is to use one of the many online printing services that offer complimentary design software to help you create business cards. After you've designed your cards, you simply pay for them to be printed and shipped directly to your home.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Create DIY Business Cards Using an Online Design and Printing Service

1. Decide what type of business cards you would like to create. If you are in a fairly conservative, traditional field, such as real estate, a clear head shot would be an excellent choice for a photograph. Conversely, people in creative fields such as photography or graphic design might want to consider using the entire length of the business card to showcase some of their photos or artwork.

2. Choose a printing company that offers web-based software that allows you to design and create your business cards. There are several companies who offer this service. Some are geared towards more conservative, standard-style business cards, while others are more focused on allowing users to utilizing their photography or artwork. Take a look at a few different sites to see which website offers templates and features that appeal to your unique situation. Once you find one that you like begin experimenting with the business card designing software.

3. The software on these sites is extremely easy to use. They typically offer several ready made templates that are easily customized, as well as blank templates for users who truly want a blank slate to work with. Your image or images can be uploaded to the website so that they can be added to your business cards. Experiment with the software and design a business card that you like and want to have printed.

4. Save the design and review the printing options. Some sites offer you a choice of glossy or matte paper and most offer special pricing if you order a larger quantity of business cards. After you've placed your order, expect to see your cards within about a week to a week and a half.

Resources

• Moo Photo Business Cards
• Avery Design and Print Online
• Vista Print Business Cards