Things You'll Need:
- Computer
- Desktop publishing software
- Avery business card stock
- Printer
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Step 1
Use desktop publishing software to design your business cards.
If you own Microsoft Word, you can use that. Word has templates for business cards that make it easy to insert text and graphics into business card templates that are custom made for business card stock. You can also use Serif PagePlus desktop publishing software, available as a free download (see Resources). -
Step 2
Make your business card online.
There are a number of online options available (see Resources). Some of them are free, others charge a nominal fee. The advantage of using an online business card site is that you don't need additional software. The downside is you're usually limited to the templates and graphics available on the web site. -
Step 3
Design your cards with simplicity in mind.
Use the space (generally 3-1/2x by 2 inches) wisely. Make your business logo the focal point of the card. Keep graphics small and to a minimum. Make sure you have ample contact information and perhaps give one or two examples of what your business offers. A tag line for your company is fine, but make sure it doesn't take up too much space. You can do this by adjusting the size of the text. Keep your fonts, or text styles, readable. A fancy font might look good, but if it's hard to read, it doesn't belong on your business card. Skip borders unless you use something very simple. Borders can detract from the message of your business card. -
Step 4
Print your business cards on a good quality printer using business card stock, which you can purchase at any office supply store.
Avery is the most popular brand and offers business card stock for a variety of business card sizes. The stock is pre-cut into perforated business cards. Use this stock to print your business cards. Run one sheet through your printer to make sure your cards align properly before you run a large print. If you need to make adjustments to the alignment, you can do this through your print properties. After you've printed your business cards, carefully separate them at the perforations and you're ready to hand them out.
