How to Make Greeting Cards for Your Home Stationery Business

Hi, we made a newer video on this topic with more updated info, watch here! • How to start a greetin...
Updates:
1. We made a tutorial on how to create your own greeting card template: • Easy greeting card tem... .
2. As mentioned in the video, we did end up posting our cards for sale on our online shop with bundle offers. Check our our card collection and buy a few if you'd like to support us!
www.easysunday...
I created my own greeting card template to place 2 cards on a single page, now available in A2, A6 and A7 size: www.easysunday....
Whether you are just starting out and not sure which paper is best for you, or you're ready to commit to a card stock to print your card designs, here are the card stock and paper companies I use for my business and recommend:
Red River offers high quality card stock for artists and photographers. My favorites are their River Linen and Polar White Matte card stock: www.redriverca...
Unfortunately one of my recommended store for lower quantity card stock went out of business in 2021. My current go-to supplier is (lower cost but you have to commit to higher quantity): www.thepapermi...
It took me a couple of years before I started buying card stock in bulk once I committed to a single type of card stock. It's ok to start with small quantity even if the cost per sheet is higher, but do make sure you cards are profitable!
Other greeting card materials and tools we use:
Clear Bag A2 Sized: amzn.to/2Ub3vYl
Envelopes:
1. Inexpensive kraft envelopes if you just want one color/style: amzn.to/2RVJ52x
2. Wide range of colors/styles, you can purchase individual envelopes or mix colors: www.cardsandpo...
Epson V600 Scanner: amzn.to/3aMT0QB
Electric Creasing Machine: amzn.to/2vw9Djt
Manual Scoring Board (what we were using before): amzn.to/37w2YUx
EQUIPMENT AND PACKAGING:
Epson V600 Scanner: amzn.to/3aMT0QB
Epson SureColor P800: You can check out our in depth printer review here: • The printer that makes...
Epson SC P900, the newest successor to the Epson P800 was released in late 2020: amzn.to/3eLHdpM
High precision Rotatrim paper trimmer/cutter: amzn.to/3jL40C1
Clear Bag A2 Sized: amzn.to/2Ub3vYl (the bags have to be slightly larger than the card to fit in both the card and envelope)
Clear Bag 5x7'' Sized: amzn.to/3qV3aG2 (the bags have to be slightly larger than the card to fit in both the card and envelope)
Electric Creasing Machine: amzn.to/2vw9Djt
Manual Scoring Board (what we were using before): amzn.to/37w2YUx
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DISCLAIMER: Some links included here might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that I provide I may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you. Thank you for supporting Easy Sunday Club and enabling me to provide you with free educational content!
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Cathy is a self taught watercolor artist based in Los Angeles, CA. Easy Sunday Club was started by Cathy and her husband Nam and is a collection of Cathy's modern paintings, art prints, and baby/children's soft goods that showcase playful interpretations of subjects in her expressive painting style. Prior to art, Cathy got an MBA and worked in corporate for 10 years and Nam is an attorney. This channel is our way of giving back to the art community and covers Watercolor Tutorials, How To Videos, Product Reviews and the Business of Art.
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[@giulianapalomino2414]

Such a great content guys, the transparency that you are showing giving this very well done informative video is very valuable. The best for you in this business!

[@EasySundayClub]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@justafrenchkidtryingtospea9462]

These people are amazing because they share they knowledge for free

[@EasySundayClub]

Merci merci!

[@lindajohnson7463]

It is so kind of you to produce these videos, they are extremely helpful. Thank you very much!

[@EasySundayClub]

Be well Linda! Let us know what other topics interest u!

[@jenweaver01]

You guys are literally the MOST helpful channel for this type of info. Most others provide a few somewhat helpful tips, but the level of detail and completeness you provide is really off the charts. Thank you so much!!

[@EasySundayClub]

Thank you Jen :) it has been a rewarding experience to share what we have learned along the way :)

[@maliqelliott2568]

I don't know if anyone else's noticed but she's hilarious at times when she's replying to something with that thing she does right before she speaks and I just ball everytime! 😆 🤣 😂 But the information and share of knowledge gained thru their trials and errors is just invaluable! Really learned alot from listening to them and I really appreciate it! Thank u both!

[@missxti]

This is the video I have been waiting for! Greeting cards are everywhere, but I have never found any in-depth videos about how to print, crease and package them. This had all the answers I was looking for 😊 Thank you and beautiful work on the paintings!

[@EasySundayClub]

Thank you for the kind words Christina! We are releasing a video next Wed re: how to package greeting cards for e-commerce orders. We could not find vids re: that either. Feel free to subscribe for the next update :)

[@missxti]

@@EasySundayClub Subscribed and looking forward to the next video :)

[@courtneyolson6268]

THANK YOU for being transparent and sharing your process. It helps so much and means the world to small artists and business owners.

[@EasySundayClub]

All of our small biz boats will rise with the tide : ) thank you for the support. We just released a buying guide video it might help: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mZvOqaGkf9eYgJY

[@RadishandRoux]

Yes!

[@blaquebeardcoder]

Soooo glad I found you both! So many 💎💎💎! I actually paid for a course on Udemy to learn how to start a greeting card business, and this 17 minute video LITERALLY provided more gems, resources and relevant information on how to get started from home! Thank You! I will follow up with you once I get my equipment and get started printing!

[@TheNavajoMama]

Thank you so much for your generosity in sharing your knowledge! I am a Navajo mom of 5 and I'm trying to start my business and this is very helpful!!!! Ahee'hee!! That means thank you in the Navajo language!!

[@EasySundayClub]

Aooooo! Thank u for the positivity and sharing your story. Helping to pass along info so us moms can get to the work! We dont have time to waste :) Be well!!

[@TheNavajoMama]

@@EasySundayClub yesss!!! Aoo' in Navajo means yes! Thank you!!!! Thats so neat! Exactly! I adore that! Thank you again! I'm a new subbie and I'm so excited to learn more from your channel ❤❤

[@LonaLee]

Thank you so much for your videos and advice. As a new creative business owner (thank you pandemic), your free advice and thoughtful videos are a God send. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!

[@D.marie5587]

Y’all thank you so much. I’ve just started this and I’m so excited to have some videos to guide my way.

[@route66readymix45]

The best explanation ever. I kept looking for someone that could inform this subject and after about a week, this video popped up. Very informational. Thank you!!

[@EasySundayClub]

Glad the algorithm found u!

[@biancapereira3621]

Thank you so much for making this video. All information in one go. I love the way you shared your knowledge with all honestly. 💛

[@usgenxr]

Nam and Cathy - you guys are so great. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and TALENT!! ♥

[@EasySundayClub]

Sending u positivity Shannon!!

[@MuslimahScribblerNJ]

This was soo helpful Thank you! I've been stuck trying to comprehend how to make enough card to sell by hand professionally. Seeing you guy's already doing what I'm trying to achieve was exactly what I needed to see. Thanksss

[@EasySundayClub]

Best of luck on ur biz!

[@emilyhird2332]

Lovely people and great video, honest and genuine. The paintings and cards are beautiful, thank you- Louise

[@stinar37]

What a great, informative and generous tutorial. Many thanks!

[@LouRao]

Although video is a few years old, you both are awesome! Your explanations into greeting cards helped so much, thank you. Also, thank you for staying on topic, many content creators go off the subjects. 😎

[@EasySundayClub]

thank you! We’re always working on brevity in a world where everyone’s attention span is shorter so I look forward to making an updated version of this that’s much crisper :).

[@chica418]

Thank you so much for this video! I’ve had to quit my dental career due to Covid, but I started feeling that it has giving me an opportunity to make my dream of one day becoming a greeting card illustrator somewhat a reality. You guys gave such practical info and help, I’m really appreciating the tips!!

[@EasySundayClub]

Glad it was helpful! I quit corporate because the politics and inequity was draining my soul. I started painting watercolor at night to cope. We felt family and cultural pressure to take the safe route before being able to do what we are passionate about. I'm sure you can relate. We are planning a video to talk about that transition. Thank you for the support and best of luck on your art journey!

[@NeverErase]

That’s a great video idea (very relatable), can’t wait to watch!

[@EasySundayClub]

Awesome to hear. We just made the video and it’ll go out in a couple of weeks :).

[@Richard-kf6mi]

Wow! What a sweet, wonderful couple! Such a practical and helpful video.

[@thefabuloustravelingartstu5119]

Thank you. I make greeting cards for shops. I show my process on my channel, but I have only bought them printed. Now I'm ready to print my own and thanks for this video it looks so easy.

[@EasySundayClub]

it’s easy once you get the process down. you might even enjoy it :).

[@dimitrameg6741]

I m about to start my greeting card business too, and your advice was really helpful! Thanks for sharing your experience!

[@EasySundayClub]

Thanks Dimitra! This is our way of giving back to the community. We found that the biggest thing holding us back was our own artists' critical voice. Get your art our there to share with the world!

[@dimitrameg6741]

Easy Sunday Club My goal is to make a living out of this, and I will certainly subscribe to learn more and follow your advice! Thank you so much!!!

[@JenniferBuzzeoReal_Estate]

I never comment on KZbin, but your video was so helpful in making my card come to life! Making cards to encourage neighbors on my community but also stepping my toes in a stationery business. I got my first customer order of 50 cards! Would love to add photos but don't see how.

[@EasySundayClub]

That is amazing! Thank you for the support :) have seen many artists as well as myself at times be held back from their art journeys by our own self doubt. I am glad you put yourself out there and got positive feedback and energy in return. Feel free to dm or tag me on instagram @easysundayclub . Best of luck!

[@NashiaAli]

Thanks so much for this video! This would help anyone, whether they're starting out small or already an established small business!

[@J9Joy]

I appreciate that you shared your journey with us. BTW, your work is beautiful!

[@EasySundayClub]

thank you! I have a much newer update to this video by the way, in case you found this one first :).

[@thebarefootfarm5919]

Learned the most from you guys!!! Thank you

[@urbanvinyldesigns7113]

I am so glad I found you guys! I just started my Etsy shop and I am focusing on greeting cards!

[@diliasalvador3986]

Great video!!! Thank you for the information,I am starting to make cards, and don't know anything about how to get them ready for marketing...your information is great!!!

[@mlob535]

Oh, thank you so much for this video! When I started back in 2017, I outsourced my cards to a printing company and I still have loads of them now. I thought about printing them myself but I have a Canon Pixma Pro-100 and the ink is ridiculously expensive. Like you mentioned, cards are not my main thing but prints, so the printer is great for prints on luster paper but horrible on matte paper, which is what I use for the cards. I've thought about getting an Epson but not only I don't currently have the budget for it, but I also lack the space. I really appreciate your channel and you got a new subscriber. Thank you again!

[@EasySundayClub]

Thank you for the kind feedback!

[@cosmicfxx]

Thank you some much. Really great videos, informative and enjoyable to watch. Hope your channel grows well.

[@EasySundayClub]

Thanks Rob that really means a lot! Let us know what other subjects you would like to see us cover.

[@tracyfiles696]

Great info! and you guys are adorable and relatable!

[@EasySundayClub]

Hah thank you! We made an update to this video a few months ago in case this was the first video that popped up for you :).

[@rosylemons]

LOVE that corgi card! So cute. thanks for this video. cool process

[@EasySundayClub]

you're welcome! thanks for the comment.

[@BEATRIZMAG1111]

I m sorry about your sweet Dog passed away. Thank you for the video and wish you guys all the success ✨🍀

[@EasySundayClub]

Thank you he was a sweet boy. Be well!

[@liberty2557]

So glad to have found you on KZbin

[@EasySundayClub]

I'm glad you found our channel too!

[@elisagreenwald9062]

Thank you for sharing!! My daughter, friend and I love making cards and recently thought about selling... it's nice to see video's that are realistic about doing it.

[@rnmansfieldjr1664]

thank you. very clear and helpful information.

[@Janthefan]

Just subscribed! I just wanted to give a big thanks to you guys for making this video - it was very helpful for those who wanted to get their own small biz started. Also, I really wanted to add that I really resonate with your background and journey Cathy. I too grew up with an artistic background but felt like I had to conform to societal standards of going after a lucrative professional career (even though my Asian parents never pressured me to do so, but I felt still felt this pressure from society and peers). Being in the final year of my 5-year business degree, I can truly say that I'm not made for the rat-race and the hyper-competitive corporate environment. Hoping that one day I'll find my creative niche and outlet and that everything will work out as well!

[@EasySundayClub]

thank you for subscribing. Yes, when we're younger it's hard to resist societal/parental pressure. As we get older and hopefully wiser, we learn to lean into our intuition more and measure our happiness in other ways, even if those won't be externally validated. Good luck with everything!

[@pdpUU]

I am so glad I found your channel!

[@rachaelhayes9628]

Great video, thank you. Has really motivated me and given me a clearer direction on where i want to take my watercolour art business. I'm just starting out and you've helped me by providing lots of very relevant information . Your work is gorgeous and I hope you continue to do well with your business.

[@EasySundayClub]

Thank you for the kind words of support. Please let us know what your ig is so we can see your creative journey! :)

[@rachaelhayes9628]

@@EasySundayClub I'm really just starting out. My older ig is @rachibabe42 but where i want to go is along the lines of the type of artwork @risqueinkdesigns.

[@earthwalker4857]

THANK YOU! This has helped me and my greeting card business so much! (:

[@EasySundayClub]

Yay Carly!

[@JennysAsmrFun]

Wow I am based in the UK. I am thinking of starting up a card selling buisness from home. I have a particular niche and will be selling to a very specific market. I love this video. So very informative. I didn't know where to start , literally need to learn with baby steps lol Thankyou !!!

[@EasySundayClub]

Thanks for the support Jenny. We are slowly building our channel and enjoy giving back to the community. Congrats to the success of your channel!

[@JennysAsmrFun]

@@EasySundayClub oh my time has gone by so quickly . Thankyou for your reply. How are you coping during this time ? Has your business been affected?

[@EasySundayClub]

We are thankful to be safe and are slowly getting used to the new normal. Surprisingly online sales has be been better, maybe I need to make a new video about it. :) How are you doing in UK?

[@nolescare6232]

Many thanks!!! I'm starting a pop-up card business and this tips are useful for that too.

[@EasySundayClub]

Glad it was helpful!

[@miriamdegraaf8391]

You are just the youtubers I need. I make the same kind of artwork, bought the epson p800, want to start selling cards and then I found you 😀. I live in Switzerland and they don’t ship the paper you use to Europe. Oh no ☹️ and no mohawk retailer in northern Europe. What is the most important in looking for alternatives? The weight or the structure of the paper? And is there a more globally known paper, you could recommend? Keep up the good work 🙏👍 and thanks for sharing your knowledge!

[@wendymarrs5758]

Thank you for a great video.

[@JeffreyLemert]

Hello, Thank you for this video, as mentioned in other comments, I too was looking for making art cards and not craft cards. So, thank you very much for this. It was a great intro to making cards. Your artwork is beautiful!

[@EasySundayClub]

Thank you for the feedback Jeff. Excited for the art that you will be making!

[@Michael-bf4ud]

Outstanding content guys! My wife loved it! Thank you so much for sharing your information.

[@EasySundayClub]

Thank you for all the binging and support Michael. Be well!

[@cllewtta]

Thank you guys, A very informative video which was great to watch. Lots of tips and very well presented, nice and simply. Really appreciate you taking the time to make this.

[@EasySundayClub]

Thank you so much for the feedback. We figured this was our way to give back and pass on what we have learned. Best of luck on your art-venture!

[@robinh4]

You're an awesome artist wow! Great tutorial guys. Thanks so much for all the information.

[@EasySundayClub]

Thank you Robin

[@TheJakefolger]

Great video but I'm looking for a printer to print for me. Can you lead me to someone that prints cards? Thanks so much.

[@EasySundayClub]

i list some out here and compare printing at home to outsourcing: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gKDdhJh7asysgZI

[@Lecie66]

Excellent video. Thanks for the tips.👍😊

[@EasySundayClub]

you’re welcome!

[@nikkoftimeart]

Useful video, thanks guys!

[@EasySundayClub]

Thank you Nikk!

[@Kenyatta.M]

Thanks so much for sharing your process and insight…and the links!

[@amberordonez6062]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge!! Great video:)!

[@EasySundayClub]

My pleasure!

[@Maddie-fc2hw]

Also if you’re hand scoring and you need it for cheaper, just use a metal ruler and an exacto knife and lightly glide it over the paper. Then use a bone folder to fold the card

[@EasySundayClub]

Great tips!!!

[@Elysian330]

Thank you for sharing ❤ I’ve subscribed

[@evaju3171]

Thank you guys so much for sharing! I really appreciate it!

[@EasySundayClub]

Our pleasure!

[@modernmeliora]

Thank you so much for sharing your card process! I have my own art stationery business as well and I do a similar method of lettering on procreate. Love all the tips you give in this video!

[@EasySundayClub]

Thank you! Sometimes it feels like there's no method to the madness but good to hear your method is similar :).

[@bennethos]

Very cute guys ! And great art

[@EasySundayClub]

Thanks TG!

[@thecurlysight]

Thank you for you video. Its make me want to keep sell the card that i've been wanting. Lets do this!

[@EasySundayClub]

Go for it!

[@christinechong4640]

Hi, thanks for the video. Very informative. May I know if we need to laminate the card to make it waterproof?

[@jaipaldosanjh1285]

Thanks so much for sharing! How do you get your envelopes? Do you bulk buy a bunch of different sizes ?

[@EasySundayClub]

we have two videos we did recently that go through the envelopes we use. one budget and one premium. links are in the show notes as well. we buy in bulk to get free shipping. kzbin.info/www/bejne/e4K1Y4SHnbOeiZY kzbin.info/www/bejne/mZvOqaGkf9eYgJY

[@vipdesignerpdx]

Great video. I appreciate you sharing your process. Exactly what I needed to know.

[@degibbin]

WOW! Really helpful!

[@michelleseges9047]

This was the most helpful card making video! So happy I stumbled across your awesome video. Thanks for the tips. 🥰

[@EasySundayClub]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jenniferkoistinen5586]

This is a very helpful video, thank you for sharing!! I really love that you use compostable plastic bags for your cards. What a great way to help offset plastic waste! What size plastic bags do you use for the 4.25x5.5 cards?

[@EasySundayClub]

We try to reduce plastic use wherever we can! Our cello sleeves for the A2 cards are 4 5/8 X 5 3/4, so slightly bigger than 4.25x5.5 inches.

[@tonym994]

re-visited this video after this Thanksgiving, and I must say I'm sorry to hear about that cute little dog. but video tape/watercolor never die. one of my inspirations for taking a whack at cartooning/greeting cards, was when my niece asked me to draw my Mum's late, great beloved German Shepherd Blaze, for her own birthday card. I used sharpies and a little bit of colored pencil, on Walgreen's poster board. she cried when she saw it. my mission was not to not draw a German Shepherd, but Blaze (they tend to look alike, we've had 2 of 'em).

[@tamshort8958]

Fantastic video! Do you have any recommendations for slightly cheaper printers as that is out of my budget

[@EasySundayClub]

Hi Tam I have a 2021 best printers for artists vid. Just look in our video section. It has lower budget options

[@elakiya.lakshmanan]

Love your videos. so informative. I recently purchased a epson printer surecolor p900. I don't know how did you perfectly make the borderless printing. I have some white edges on the print when I design at 8.5 x 11 inches and print it on the same sized paper.

[@EasySundayClub]

Might depend on the program you’re printing from? I use “borderless, retain size” printer setting for that paper size and I print from Photoshop.

[@elakiya.lakshmanan]

@@EasySundayClub I print from Photoshop and I changed my printer settings to borderless with exact paper size. The images which have colors from edge to edge is giving me atleast 0.2-0.3 mm white border. I’ll research about this more. But thanks for your help on answering my question. 😊

[@EasySundayClub]

Search full bleed printing file setting. most of my art don’t reach all the way to the edge so it’s hard to say if mine truly prints borderless.

[@elakiya.lakshmanan]

@@EasySundayClub Sure, will check it out, Thank you so much! 😊

[@micaiahrenee]

what do you scan your artwork with? do you use your printer scanner or a separate scanner? thankyou for sharing this video it was so helpful!!! :)

[@EasySundayClub]

Ty. Scanner is epson v600 and scan and edit workflow here : kzbin.info/www/bejne/gaime3aLZZWcjJI

[@temitopebabatunde3437]

Very insightful. Thank you

[@EasySundayClub]

Thank you for the support!

[@jeanniesilva6741]

Hi, do you have a tutorial on how to use your fab template on procreate on the iPad? Sadly I don’t have a desktop😢

[@aliz9918]

Hello! Thank you so much for the helpful videos!! I am wondering if you use the 60lb polar matte or the 88lb for your greeting cards? Thanks!

[@EasySundayClub]

I prefer the thicker card stock of at least 90-100lb for my watercolor cards. My go to is the 100lb linen.

[@eileenbotello9000]

Hi, first of all, thank you so much for your informative videos! I noticed that you have an Epson printer and use paper that is not Epson branded. I have an Epson too, and thought I had to buy the branded paper so that the colors come out accurately. Have you found that is not the case with your Mohawk paper? Thank you.

[@EasySundayClub]

our mohawk paper for greeting cards don’t produce color as well as our Epson paper mainly because the premium Epson papers we use for art prints are inherently better quality than regular card stock. Art prints are also priced higher and last longer than greeting cards so we feel the slight difference in color don’t make a big difference in their intended purpose.

[@caroltribou3408]

Do you have a separate scanner for your cards and prints or is it the epson printer? This was very informative. Thank you so much!

[@EasySundayClub]

Epson v600 scanner. Separate

[@chantaldupuis9742]

Great video! Do you have to do a lot of adjustments in Photoshop to have your art print to look as close as your originals? I find that the colour variations make my tests look yucky. I have an Epson wF7700.

[@EasySundayClub]

Hi Chantal: these are all of our printer settings: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpbEdYiCfbB-hqM

[@chantaldupuis9742]

@@EasySundayClub Woohoo! Brilliant! OK I will have to adopt Photoshop. I have procreate... :-(

[@lisadavis3658]

I watched the other one too! Thanks

[@EasySundayClub]

great :) look forward to the products you create!

[@stefgnzls]

Hi, you mentioned that with your writing you do it from procreate as it is much cleaner - how did you import the writing to the actual card please? Thanks

[@EasySundayClub]

Your procreate file can be exported or shared as a PNG with transparent background, so you can send it to your computer to edit the rest.

[@sofialoren9897]

Great Video! Just wondering what program you use to make the template.

[@EasySundayClub]

I use Photoshop but you can use Affinity Photo too. Here’s a video that shows my step by step process to create the template: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nZyXaIObYp5ob68.

[@brigittedavies6864]

Helpful,thanks!

[@owleeber]

Thank you for this great share/video!

[@EasySundayClub]

Thanks for the support!

[@swethakalluri2205]

Hi there, I bought most of the stuff you recommend to begin, but the Card stock that is linked below isn't available. I would like to know what you recommend to replace that textured linen that Cathy is mentioning about in the video pls. Thanks very much.

[@EasySundayClub]

I've been told that many shops seem to be out of stock of the linen card stock recently. The best alternative is the solar white linen from Paper Mill store: www.thepapermillstore.com/classic-linen-solar-white-card-stock-8-1-2-x-11-in-100-lb-cover-linen-250-per-package.html but you'll have to purchase pack of 250. I would explore another matte white card stock from the site I linked if you don't want to commit to the high quantity.

[@user-os2hq2jc7z]

Thank you for sharing the information. Do you have tips on how to prevent crumpling/cracking when folding the cards? I use EK Tools score board and no matter how light I score or fold the card it looks very unpolished and can't get a clean sharp fold. Thanks for your help!

[@EasySundayClub]

sounds like it could be either the cars stock you use or that you’re folding it the wrong way? You should be folding the card with the creased side facing outward.

[@anachav3072]

Hi! Do you stick to a certain kind of mailing envelope too? Would love to see how it looks when it's mailed out. Thanks!

[@EasySundayClub]

we have a short and sweet video that addresses just that! kzbin.info/www/bejne/nKmVan-qitiZgJI

[@surprizprintingservices3788]

Thanks for the tips :)

[@poppins930]

Thanks for your great tutorial. Can you provide the apple Procreate link you used for card text? I can’t find it in the apps store. Many thks

[@EasySundayClub]

Hi Pat try this on your ipad to see if it takes you to the right place : procreate.art/ipad

[@barbara34810]

Thank you so much!! Great Video. New Sub.

[@DannyCrafts]

So helpful thank you!

[@thrivewithkam]

Thanks for making these videos! Do you have any suggestions on how to develop a design if you’re not an artist? I’m good with words and would like to make greeting cards, but I’m not very artistic.

[@EasySundayClub]

you can hire an illustrator or hand letterer, or learn to hand letter your words or in calligraphy if you’re just doing words. A lot of card makers are self taught!

[@TheLexxMarie]

This is such a wonderful video!! You guys explained so well. Question: have you worked with recycled or other eco friendly products?? If so, what were your experiences, recommendations, etc? Xoxo from TX!

[@EasySundayClub]

Here you go: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fZbdgIp7iNNjkJY eco packaging. Chipboard is recycled. There is recycled envelopes and cardstock available out there. There might have a slightly diff look or texture but quality is good.

[@blaquebeardcoder]

Oh, can you do a video on postcards-- double sided printing? Is that possible with the Epson printer?

[@EasySundayClub]

yes but it’s not automated. you’ll have to reload them to print on the other side.

[@Piyu_333]

Thank you so much for sharing !!! ❤️

[@EasySundayClub]

You are welcome!

[@beverlysalas]

Thank you for making such helpful videos! 😭🙏🏼i have the epson sure color p700 and I was wondering what setting you guys use for printing on card stock? I use 110lb card stock and I can’t even seem to find the correct option? The prints are coming out slightly faded even though ink is full and printer has only been used for a week? Thank you so much for making these videos!!!!!!

[@EasySundayClub]

It depends on the profile setting, your art medium and the card stock. We print on uncoated linen card stock using hot press bright paper profile (typically for fine art) for our watercolor art, but it really depends on the three factors combined. Takes some trial and error to get it just right!

[@stardust3349]

Helpful video! How do you stop the cards from becoming wrecked through the post? Also I want to start off with hand painting each card although this is costly because I don’t have a scanner and printer. How much does the usual scanner/printer cost? I’m not looking for anything fancy !

[@EasySundayClub]

Hi Stardust. These are my fave type of questions because we have a video addressing this! kzbin.info/www/bejne/nKmVan-qitiZgJI . There are a lot of scanners and printers and it can be overwhelming to research. The ones we use and recommend is on our resource page: www.easysundayclub.com/pages/resources . It is not cheap but you can maybe find a used one. It was important for us to get the higher quality scanner and printer so it would be more future proof. So far so good :) i have not researched more affordable options but it will be something ill think about for future inquiries.

[@stardust3349]

Easy Sunday Club thank you! Checking it out now. What a cute baby 😭

[@cindybaird9589]

When you were selecting paper for your cards, did you ever consider greeting card stock that is already scored/sized for cards? I know Red River paper sells some...I wonder if you are not sacrificing paper quality for convenience tho. Wondering if you looked at this and decided to go with normal size paper and do the whole process yourself?

[@EasySundayClub]

good question! We’ve invested in a scoring machine early on so it really doesn’t take much time to score. We buy 500+ card stock at a time and the cost is much much lower than buying pre cut /pre scored paper that even when we hire someone else to do it it’s still worth it. But for starters while building up volume, yes that could help!

[@mimicheachache1521]

this was a really helpful video for me as a beginner than you so much

[@EasySundayClub]

Thanks Mimiche we made them just for artists like you! Best of luck!

[@lisadavis3658]

Good job explaining!

[@EasySundayClub]

thank you Lisa! best of luck!

[@amanqureshy5188]

Thank you for such a great video. For someone like me who is just starting out, do you think Etsy is a good option or should I start with my own website? Thanks Again...

[@EasySundayClub]

Etsy. Post some stuff. Start establishing your fulfillment process. Continue working on your art. Once you are comfy then make a shopify page. Make sense? Good luck!

[@EasySundayClub]

Video we made going into our thoughts on etsy and shopify: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fYjcp62hj5iJn9k newer video on why etsy is good in 2021: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bp_KhmqJoNpskNk

[@amanqureshy5188]

@@EasySundayClub Thanks!

[@rachelleonard6548]

How do you go about putting the settings on photoshop for spacing the cards out for print? (If that question makes sense). Obviously 8.5x11 file size but the little blue lines and such?! Thanks :)

[@EasySundayClub]

Hi Rachel this goes into how we create a greeting card template in photoshop: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nZyXaIObYp5ob68

[@theskepticfulana1609]

You could make an assorted box of a dozen or something like that. Great video, thanks!

[@EasySundayClub]

Yes! In our other video on 10 strategies on selling greeting cards, I recommend bundling as a good way to increase sales. Great suggestion.

[@leisurelyarting]

Could you give me a number what your starting cost to make it all at home, I mean it would give me an idea how much money to save up and start up. Thanks! Love your videos and tips :)

[@EasySundayClub]

Already made videos for it:). Check out How to set one up under $500 kzbin.info/www/bejne/mZvOqaGkf9eYgJY, and another one on the ultimate home stationery business setup: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e4K1Y4SHnbOeiZY.

[@leisurelyarting]

@@EasySundayClub Thanks guys i'm watching it right now :)

[@EasySundayClub]

Also check out our video re whether to outsource or print at home