Whether you’re sending festive greetings on behalf of your business or personally, custom printed Christmas cards are a thoughtful way to spread cheer. You can upload your own artwork for a truly personal touch and choose from a range of paper types and finishes. Highlight key parts of your design with options such as Spot UV or Foil Blocking, adding an elegant, eye-catching effect that makes your cards stand out.
In need of a Bespoke service?
While standard Christmas cards are usually printed in A6, A5, or A4 sizes, in either portrait or landscape format, we can produce cards in any size or fold style you prefer. Simply share your specifications, and we’ll prepare a tailored quote to match your needs.
Do you need a Fast turnaround?
Production time for printed Christmas cards varies depending on design complexity, quantity, and any special finishes required. Most orders are completed within 2–5 days. If you’re working to a tight schedule, let us know when placing your order, and we’ll do our best to ensure everything is ready in time.
Paper
We stock a range of papers for you to choose from up to 450gsm card.
Sizes
Standard sizes are folded A4, A5 or A6 cards. We can also print custom sizes, send us your required dimensions for a quote.
Rounded Corners
Rounded corners are a great way to give a subtle elegant and professional finish to your custom printed Christmas cards. They are less likely to bend than sharp corners, keeping them looking fresh for longer.
Matt / Gloss Lamination
Adding lamination to your Christmas cards will enhance their durability and protection as well as giving a professional finish. Lamination is available in matt or gloss.
Soft Touch Lamination
Soft touch lamination will give your Christmas cards an extra luxurious feel. The touch feels silky, velvety and smooth and provides a lasting impression.
Recycled
All of our materials are from sustainable sources, eco friendly and recycled materials are encouraged where possible.
Matt Lamination with Spot UV
Spot UV Christmas cards have a thin layer of UV gloss applied on top of the card in selected areas. It adds a contrasting shiny, smooth surface to subtly highlight certain parts of the design.
Foil Blocking
Foil blocking offers a unique and memorable finish. During the process, foil is heat pressed onto mapped out parts of the print to give a metallic finish and highlight chosen parts of the print.
Delivery Options
- Local deliveries via our staff and company van
- *Next day parcels /pallets via courier
- *Same day – can be arranged on a dedicated vehicle
- Covering the UK, Scottish Highlands, Northern Ireland
*Same day and express service is available on certain products at an added cost. Please mention this from the outset if required and speak to a member of staff.
Lead Times
- Same day prints – please call and discuss.
- Short run digital print products 2 – 5 days.
- Litho production 5 – 7 days.
Print Management
We offer a print management service where we can print large volumes, deliver a part supply to you, hold stock on site, and the balance to be delivered on call-off. Get in touch for further information.
How to Order
To place an order from us enter your details into our online quote form to confirm the finished size, paper weight, finishes, quantity and delivery requirements for your order.
A member of our team will then provide you a quote straight away.
If you have any pre-order questions, please visit our contact page to email us or give us a call.
How to Supply Artwork
When sending artwork for press…
We are happy to accept a variety of file formats. Our inhouse studio has the following software…
Mac:
InDesign CC ‘packaged to include all fonts & images’
Adobe Illustrator CS 5.5
Adobe Photoshop CS 5.5
QuarkXPress 8.5 ‘collect for output, include fonts & images’
PC:
Publisher
Microsoft Word (not for spot colour)
We also accept: PDF/X format (hi resolution) with 3mm bleed & crop marks.
.eps saved with 3mm bleed & crop marks.
Canva:
Custom Document Size Instructions
High Resolution PDF Output Instructions – (Ensure you click PDF PRINT)
Image quality:
All images should be supplied as 300dpi CMYK .j.peg, .tif or .eps.
Things to remember:
- Make sure all images are hi res CMYK or greyscale.
- Make sure there is 3mm bleed on images extending beyond the final size of your document.
- Include all fonts.
If in doubt, give us a call on: 01453 731001
Getting the files to us:
We accept files via CD / DVD, Email, Memory stick, wetransfer.com (FREE file sharing site – 2GB max).
Sustainability
Print that doesn’t cost the earth…
At Wheatley Printers, we don’t just talk about sustainability – we deliver. Here are just a few of the ways we minimise our impact on the world around us:
- We recycle 100% of our paper waste
- We recycle 100% of our cardboard waste
- We’re powered by clean, renewable energy from Ecotricity
- We use vegetable-based inks which are kinder to the environment
- We recycle 100% of our printing plates
- All paper stocks are FSC certified
- All our cleaning rags are sent for recycling and reuse
- We’re certified by the Environment Agency (registration number BLS/345108)
Environmental Policy
- FSC Certified Stocks
- Vegetable Inks
- Recycle Paper Waste
- Recycle Aluminium Plates
FAQs
- How long is a quote valid for?
Technically 30 days, but unless we incur increases on materials it will be longer.
- Do you offer eco friendly or recycled options?
All of our materials are from sustainable sources, eco friendly and recycled materials are encouraged where possible.
- Can I order a custom shape / size?
Each job is bespoke, we enjoy working closely with you to give you the outcome you are looking for.
- Are there any minimum / maximum order requirements?
No minimum or maximum, we would explain the most cost effective option for you though, for you to decide.
- Are there any discounts for bulk or repeating orders?
If you order in bulk, you will benefit from a better unit rate.
Some jobs are cheaper when they repeat for certain reasons.
- What are your payment methods?
Payment can be made via: Bacs Payment, Card Payment *No American Express* or Cash
- When must payment be made?
This will vary for many reasons, it will be discussed prior to the order taking place.
- What is your return or refund policy?
Every job will be looked at individually and an agreement made from both parties, to ensure the best outcome.
Design Service
You don’t have to provide finished artwork for us to handle your print work. Our modern, well-equipped design studio – and experienced creative designers – can produce professional artwork for you.
Just get in touch to talk us through what you need.
