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- Customize trim, paper, and finishes to define your card\u2019s look<\/li>\n
- Adjust photo layouts, text placement, fonts, and colors at any time<\/li>\n
- Use the back of your card for extra photos or details<\/li>\n
- Upgrade envelopes and add free pre-printed recipient addresses<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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If you already have a finished design, you can upload it and print it on a flat or folded card in your preferred size.<\/p>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nExplore Card Formats, Sizes, and Layout Styles<\/h2>\n
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- Gatefold and tri-fold formats for multi-panel designs and more detailed layouts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
You can also choose from different card sizes and orientations, which sets the foundation for how your design will look.<\/p>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nChoose Finishes That Define the Look of Your Card<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe finishing details you choose shape how your card looks and feels in hand. From the edges to the paper to premium accents, these options help turn a basic design into something more polished and distinctive.<\/p>\n
You can customize features like:<\/p>\n
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- Paper types that vary by design and affect texture and weight<\/li>\n
- Foil accents in gold, rose gold, or iridescent on eligible designs<\/li>\n
- Glitter accents on select templates<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
These elements work together to elevate your card\u2019s overall style, whether you want something clean and minimal or more decorative and detailed.<\/p>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nAdd Photos and Adjust Your Layout<\/h2>\n
Once you are in the card maker, you can upload photos<\/a> from multiple sources:<\/p>\n\n- Your Shutterfly account<\/li>\n
- Your phone or computer<\/li>\n
- Google Photos or Amazon Photos<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nPersonalize Text, Fonts, and Colors<\/h2>\n
Text customization is fully flexible, so you can control exactly how your message appears.<\/p>\n
You can:<\/p>\n
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- Edit wording to match your tone or event<\/li>\n
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This makes it easy to go beyond the original template and create something that feels fully your own.<\/p>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nMake the Back of Your Card Work Harder<\/h2>\n
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Use the back to:<\/p>\n
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- Include extra details or messages<\/li>\n
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It is one of the easiest ways to add more personality without crowding the front of your card.<\/p>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nUpgrade Your Envelopes and Mailing Options<\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\n
Upload Your Own Card Design<\/h2>\n
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Create Your Card Your Way<\/h2>\n
Shutterfly\u2019s card maker is designed for flexibility, so you can customize as much or as little as you want. From layouts and text to premium finishes and mailing details, every part of your card can be tailored to match your vision.<\/p>\n
The result is a card or invitation that feels cohesive, polished, and built around your event, not a one-size-fits-all design.<\/p>\n
Create Cards & Invitations for Every Occasion:<\/p>\n
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- Wedding Cards<\/a><\/li>\n
- Thank You Cards<\/a><\/li>\n
- Free Address Printing<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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Start by selecting a template that matches your event and style. Shutterfly offers modern, on-trend designs for everything from holiday cards and birth announcements<\/a> to birthdays and weddings.<\/p>\n Not every design requires a photo. You can choose:<\/p>\n If you already have a finished design, you can upload it and print it on a flat or folded card in your preferred size.<\/p>\n Cards and invitations come in a range of formats, each offering a different way to present your design.<\/p>\n Options include:<\/p>\n You can also choose from different card sizes and orientations, which sets the foundation for how your design will look.<\/p>\n The finishing details you choose shape how your card looks and feels in hand. From the edges to the paper to premium accents, these options help turn a basic design into something more polished and distinctive.<\/p>\n You can customize features like:<\/p>\n These elements work together to elevate your card\u2019s overall style, whether you want something clean and minimal or more decorative and detailed.<\/p>\n Once you are in the card maker, you can upload photos<\/a> from multiple sources:<\/p>\n From there, you can change your layout at any time. Switch between different photo arrangements, add more images, or simplify to a single-photo design without starting over.<\/p>\n Text customization is fully flexible, so you can control exactly how your message appears.<\/p>\n You can:<\/p>\n This makes it easy to go beyond the original template and create something that feels fully your own.<\/p>\n Every card includes free back-of-card design options, giving you more space to personalize.<\/p>\n Use the back to:<\/p>\n It is one of the easiest ways to add more personality without crowding the front of your card.<\/p>\n Once your card is designed, you can choose how it is packaged and sent.<\/p>\n Options include:<\/p>\n If you select custom envelopes, you can also add free pre-printed recipient addresses<\/a>, which saves time and gives your mailing a polished, finished look.<\/p>\n If you prefer to design your card outside of Shutterfly, you can upload your own finished design<\/a> and print it as a card or invitation.<\/p>\n Choose from:<\/p>\n This option works well if you are using design tools like Canva, Photoshop, or similar platforms and want full control over your layout while still using Shutterfly for high-quality printing.<\/p>\n Shutterfly\u2019s card maker is designed for flexibility, so you can customize as much or as little as you want. From layouts and text to premium finishes and mailing details, every part of your card can be tailored to match your vision.<\/p>\n The result is a card or invitation that feels cohesive, polished, and built around your event, not a one-size-fits-all design.<\/p>\n Create Cards & Invitations for Every Occasion:<\/p>\n Customize cards and invitations with templates, layouts, foil, trim, and more. Create photo or non-photo designs that match your style and event.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":76281,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[59],"tags":[3385,3711],"class_list":{"0":"post-59443","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-cards-and-stationery","8":"tag-cards","9":"tag-guides","10":"entry"},"acf":[],"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/card-customization-featured.jpg","author_info":{"display_name":"Shutterfly Community","author_link":"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/author\/shutterfly\/"},"yoast_head":"\n<\/a><\/p>\nChoose a Card Design Template That Fits Your Occasion<\/h2>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nExplore Card Formats, Sizes, and Layout Styles<\/h2>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nAdd Photos and Adjust Your Layout<\/h2>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nPersonalize Text, Fonts, and Colors<\/h2>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nUpgrade Your Envelopes and Mailing Options<\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nUpload Your Own Card Design<\/h2>\n
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