Sixprint offers affordable Postcard printing for painters, illustrators and photographers. We offer a range of sizes and they are sold in mulitples of 32 postcards.
Postcard Printing service for Artists, illustrators and photographers, for individuals to publishers
Greetings Cards, Art Card stocks,
Sixprint are supporters of the woodland trust project and use only carbon captured papers for the production of all our greeting cards. Every card you buy from Sixprint helps to fund the fantastic efforts of the woodland trust in protecting our native woodlands.
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Postcard Printing
Postcards are alternative option for artists, photographers and Illustrators to sell or promote their artwork.
Our postcards are sold in multiples of 32 with pricing worked out upon the total number of sets ordered which are printed on the same card stock and printed the same size.
Postcards as standard are printed full colour on a single side with black on the reverse.
If colour is required on both sides this is available at 4.8p extra per postcard. Postcards are available on the Coated 300gsm or our Bright Matte 350gsm card.
- Sold in multiples of 32 postcards per design.
- Multi design discount - price worked out on the total run length of the same card size and stock.
- Printed proof postcards available at £2.40 each inc VAT and delivery.
Postcard Boards
All of our postcards are printed on high quality art card boards hand picked for the best printed results.
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Coated 300gsmA single side satin coated and matte on the reverse for easy writting. This card is ideally suited for postcard with exceptional bulk and stiffness for its weight. The satin coating helps the colours of your images pop. The card is FSC® Certified. |
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Bright 350gsmA bright white stiff matte stock, ideally suited for artists, illustrators and photographers looking for a Matte finish whilst offering deep blacks, crisp whites and saturated images. The card is FSC® Certified. |
Pricing
Printed on the front either to the edge or with a border. The reverse of the postcard is typically printed in mono however you can opt to have colour if you require (please see below for pricing).
Multi Design Discount
There is a minimum order of 32 postcards per design and the postcards are sold in multiples of 32. Pricing is calculated upon the total number of sets ordered which are the same size and printed on the same stock.
Postcard Printing Prices
| Total number of sets | A6 | 7x5" | 15x15cm | A5 |
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| 1 | £12 | £24 | £24 | £24 |
| 2-5 | £9.60 | £19.20 | £19.20 | £19.20 |
| 6-11 | £6 | £12 | £12 | £12 |
| 12-31 | £4.80 | £9.60 | £9.60 | £9.60 |
| 32+ | £4.20 | £8.40 | £8.40 | £8.40 |
Card Design Setup
If you provide us with a digital file then we can provide you with a layout and storage service of £6.00 per image. This service can take up to 14 working days to complete in busy times of the year.
Alternatively if you provide us with the print ready files using our postcard card templates available for download in the Postcard Templates tab below there is no setup charge. The files are Photoshop PSD files.
Please ensure all artwork is supplied at 300dpi and as a PDF file format.
All prices shown include VAT at current rate. Pricing may change at any time.
Extras
| Item | Price Extra Per Postcard |
|---|---|
| Colour reverse | 4.8p |
| Envelope (available upon request) | 6p |
The additional price for printing on the inside is irrespective of quantity.
Delivery & Turn Around
The turn around for Postcards is typically 7 working days with all orders being sent out via next working day courier.
| Mainland UK | Delivery Price |
|---|---|
| 1 set | £6.00 |
| 2 - 11 sets | £8.40 |
| 12 - 31 sets | £12.00 |
| 32+ sets | Free Mainland UK |
| Highlands and Islands | Delivery Price |
|---|---|
| 1 set | £6.00 |
| 2 - 11 sets | £8.40 |
| 12 - 31 sets | £15.00 |
| 32+ sets | £18.00 |
All pricing inc VAT*
Postcard Templates
For those who have Photoshop or Affinity we have put together a selection of templates to aid you in the design and layout of your postcards. Simply click to download your desired size and open in Photoshop. If you prefer to use Illustrator or InDesign these formats are available upon request.
Once you are happy with your designs, please ensure that the artwork is supplied to the following specifications.
- File Format: PDF
- Profile: CMYK Fogra 39
- Resolution: 300dpi
Simply click to download your desired size and open in Photoshop CC or Affinity Photo.
If you have any queries on how to use these templates do not hesitate to get in touch.
To download all greeting card templates please click here Download All
> A6 Postcard TemplateA6 postcards are printed full colour on the front and mono on the reverse. High impact and low price, allowing you to show off more of your portfolio for less. |
> A6 Postcard Template ReverseA6 postcards mono reverse template with positioning guides. |
> A5 Postcard TemplateThe large A5 postcards are printed full colour on the front and mono on the reverse. High impact and low price, allowing you to show off more of your portfolio for less. |
> A5 Postcard Template ReverseA5 postcards mono reverse template with positioning guides. |
> 7x5" Postcard Template7x5" postcards are printed full colour on the front and mono on the reverse. High impact and low price, allowing you to show off more of your portfolio for less. |
> 7x5" Postcard Template Reverse7x5" postcards mono reverse template with positioning guides. |
> 15x15cm Postcard Template15x15cm postcards are printed full colour on the front and mono on the reverse. High impact and low price, allowing you to show off more of your portfolio for less. |
> 15x15cm Postcard Template Reverse15x15cm postcards mono reverse template with positioning guides. |
How to Order
Whether you have created your own card design or if you would like us to setup your postcards ready for printing you can send your artwork through sixprint.wetransfer.com.
Christmas Last Order Dates 2024
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Artwork requiring card setup service (£6 Including VAT per design): Friday, 29th November 2024
*Dates shown below are dependent upon print-ready designs being supplied using the templates available from the Sixprint website.
Printed proofs for Christmas orders 2023 last order date: Wednesday, 4th December 2024
All products (Greeting Cards, Postcards, Canvas & Giclée) last order date for Christmas 2023: Wednesday, 11th December 2024
Orders placed after closing on Wednesday, 11th December 2024 will be processed upon our return.
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Sixprint will reopen on January 3rd 2025
Before sending please check that you have included the following information in the message box on Wetransfer.
- Your Name
- Invoice and delivery address.
- Contact mobile & landline telephone number
- Postcard size and quantity.
- If we are providing the setup service please send through any information you would like included on the reverse of the card and if you would like us to include a border. The setup service turnaround 14 working days for digital proofs. This is additional to our working print and dispatch turnaround.
The Order Process
Once you have sent through your order via wetransfer. The files will be downloaded and checked that they have been setup correctly and are of a high enough resolution. Following this either further instruction will be provided or an invoice will be sent through via email.
Payment can be made either by bank transfer or through the Sagepay payment gateway.
Once payment has been made, turn around for greetings cards is typically between 5-7 working days with all orders being sent out via next working day courier.
** Quantity discounts are on the proviso that cards are printed to the same size and card stock. Discounts are subject to change.
