The Stationers Guild

As a stationer, I am repeatedly questioned if digitally-reproduced Christmas photo greeting cards are “far better” over 4″x 6″ pictures attached to a personalized holiday photo card. There actually is no easy response to this question, however I will contribute a few observations that you will find helpful to take into account when reaching final decision.

While the printing quality of digital prints has improved appreciably, prints produced at photo shops still have a decided edge. This shouldn’t be unexpected given that commercially produced photographs are produced under optimum print conditions using paper stock created specifically to produce uniform high-quality prints. Though I have come across outstanding digital photos using high quality ink jet printers on specially formulated photo papers, this printing technique should be left to experts.with proper printing and developing equipment.

Digitally-reproduced Christmas personalized photo cards are often less expensive than photographs placed on Christmas greeting cards. The cost of digitally printed photo cards is usually a result of the paper weight and originality of the design and style the photo card templates. While many photo greeting cards seem like commercially made junk mail, a few leading design companies have stunning window frames to showcase your photograph.

There’s a widespread false impression that “it is more convenient” to pick a digital photo card over a traditional photomount holiday greeting card. This is certainly not the case. When you print digitally you possess an unlimited selection of color alternatives. We’ve all too often observed the annoyance than sets-in when a client is faced with countless design and color options to print their digital photographs. Engraved frames from reputable printing companies and designers are typically of much higher quality than the limited template selections offered by most online printers.

Crane & Co., two of the leading holiday photo card designers and printers, give the buyer a choice of using adhesive strips to mount your photographs or having the picture printed digitally on the very same top quality paper stock. The cost of both Crane’s and William Arthur’s holiday photo card is identical regardless of printing process is selected. While the standard of photo prints is superior to digitally reproduced pictures, printing your photo card digitally can save you time and $0.19 per photograph print.

To view the many printing options offered, we recommend that you contact a Guild member store in your area to determine which printing process works best for your family photograph this Christmas season.

Richard W. May
Therese Saint Clair

Being a stationer, I am often questioned whether online digital Christmas holiday photo cards are “nicer” than 4″x 6″ photos attached to a customized holiday photo card. There actually is no straightforward answer to this question, but I will share several insights that might be useful to think about when making your decision.

Even though the reproduction quality of digital photos has improved substantially, pictures developed commercially still have an advantage. This is really not a revelation considering the fact that commercially reproduced pictures are produced under ideal developing circumstances utilizing papers specifically designed to make uniform high quality photographs. Even though I have seen exceptional digital photographs using hi-res photo printers on specially formulated photo papers, this printing technique is ideally left to specialists.with proper printing equipment.

Digitally-printed Christmas holiday photo cards are often less costly than photos placed on Holiday photo cards. The cost of digital photo cards is generally a function of the paper weight and uniqueness of the design and style the card templates. Although some Christmas photo cards are like commercial junk mail, some leading design companies have exquisite frames to showcase your photograph.

There is a wide-spread misconception that “it’s easier” to select a digitally-reproduced photo card than a traditional photo-mount holiday greeting card. This is certainly not the truth. Any time you print digitally you have an infinite choice of color possibilities. I’ve all too often seen the annoyance than occurs when a client is confronted with a lot of color choices to print their photographs.Engraved photo frames from reputable paper companies are often of far better quality when compared with the limited design template selections supplied by most online print companies.

William Arthur, two of the leading holiday photo card designers and printers, provide the client the option of using photo-mounts or getting the photo imprinted digitally on the same premium quality paper stock. The price of both Crane’s and William Arthur’s Christmas photo card is the same irrespective of printing process is chosen. While the caliber of photo prints is better than digitally reproduced images, printing your photo card digitally could help you save some time and $0.19 per photo print.

To see the many printing alternatives offered, we suggest that you contact a Guild member store in your neighborhood to see which printing process works best for your family picture this Christmas season.

Richard W. May
Therese Saint Clair

With all the simplicity of digital cameras and improvements in offset printing, this season a great number of households will digitally print family photographs on their annual holiday card. What could possibly be easier? Merely upload your image to an online printer, find a design template, crop your image, click the print icon and your printed Christmas cards will be mailed to your home.

This sounds like an idyllic state of affairs, but photography professionals unwaveringly insist that digitally-imprinted holiday photo cards are not nearly as attractive as photos attached to the greeting card. One knowledgeable stationery store owner and amateur photographer remarked, “Digitally reproduced holiday cards simply don’t have the quality and print image resolution of photographs developed by a commercial printer. Some digital holiday photo cards can be quite attractive, but when you compare them side-by-side, the distinction is clear: Photomount greeting cards win hands-down.”

Not every person would go along with this assessment, but certainly when you consider the “convenience factor” and reduced price tag, it is no shock that consumers have migrated toward digital holiday cards. “Let’s admit it,” said this seasoned stationery store owner, “you are getting a nice quality photo card – maybe not the best – however, you avoid the hassle of mounting the photos with adhesive tape.”

Due to this change in consumer buying behavior, leading printing companies have moved quickly to increase their digital printing capabilities. Actually, industry leaders, Crane & Co. and William Arthur now provide clients a choice of imprinting their photograph on the Christmas photo card or placing their photographs on beautifully designed greeting cards – often engraved – with pre-applied adhesive tape.

To appreciate the variations in both printing techniques, it is wise to visit a qualified stationery store in your neighborhood to see printed examples personally. Whichever printing option feels like a fit, a variety of printing companies are in the midst of their holiday card sale. Save anywhere for 20% to 50% by ordering your holiday photo cards before the end of September.

Sheila May is the owner of Therese Saint Clair, a stationery store located in Greenwich, CT. She writes frequently about photo greeting cards and holiday greeting card trends.

Being a stationer, I’m repeatedly questioned if digital camera Christmas holiday photo greeting cards are “better” than 4″x 6″ photographs attached to a personalized holiday card. There really isn’t any easy reply to this question, but I will contribute a few insights that you will find useful to consider when reaching your final decision.

Even though the printing quality of digital prints has improved appreciably, prints developed at photo shops continue to have a clear edge. This shouldn’t be a revelation as commercially reproduced pictures are produced under the most desirable print circumstances using papers specifically made for making consistent high quality photos. While I have come across excellent digitally reproduced photos utilizing high quality photo printers on archival papers, developing high quality photos is best left to specialists.with the appropriate printing equipment.

Digitally-reproduced Christmas photo cards are often more affordable than pictures attached to Seasonal custom greeting cards. The price of digital photo cards is generally a function of the paper weight and originality of the design the photo card templates. Although some photo cards look like commercially manufactured promotional mailers, several quality printers and designers have exquisite frames to showcase your family photo.

There exists a widespread false impression that “it is easier” to select a digital holiday card than a traditional photo-mount holiday greeting card. This is definitely not the case. Anytime you create digital prints you possess an infinite array of coloring choices. I have all too often witnessed the frustration than develops when a client is faced with a great number of design alternatives to print their photographs. Engraved frames from reputable paper companies are usually of superior reproduction quality when compared with the limited template selections supplied by most online print companies.

Crane & Co., two of the main Christmas photo card creative designers, offer the client a choice of using photo-mounts or having the picture printed electronically on the very same high quality cardstock. The price of both Crane’s and William Arthur’s Christmas photo card is the same regardless of printing process is selected. While the caliber of photo prints is better than digitally reproduced pictures, printing your photo card digitally could help you save time and $0.19 per photo print.

To see the many printing alternatives available, we suggest that you contact a Guild member store in your area to determine which printing process works best for your family picture this Christmas season.

Richard W. May
Therese Saint Clair

Together with the convenience of digital cameras and advances in offset publishing, this holiday season quite a few households will digitally print family pictures right on their annual Christmas greeting card. What can be simpler? Just upload your photograph to an online printer, choose a template, crop your image, click the print button and your printed Christmas greeting cards are shipped to your residence.

This appears to be an idyllic situation, but photography professionals unwaveringly insist that digitally-imprinted Christmas photo cards aren’t nearly as enticing as pictures mounted on the card. One seasoned stationery store owner and recreational photographer said, “Digitally reproduced photo cards simply don’t have the high quality and print image resolution of photographs developed by a commercial printer. Some digital photo greeting cards are quite quite attractive, however, if you do a comparison side-by-side, the actual difference is pretty obvious: Photomount greeting cards win hands-down.”

Not everybody would accept this evaluate, but plainly if you consider the “convenience factor” and lower overall cost, it is no shock that buyers have moved in the direction of digital holiday cards. “Let’s be realistic,” remarked this knowledgeable stationery store owner, “you receive an attractive quality holiday photo card – maybe not the best – but you avoid the need for mounting the photographs with adhesive tape.”

Due to this change in consumer purchasing tendencies, main-stream printing firms have moved rapidly to boost their digital printing abilities. Actually, industry leaders, Crane & Co. and William Arthur now provide its clients a choice of printing their photograph on the holiday photo card or placing their photographs on beautifully designed greeting cards – often engraved – with pre-applied adhesive tape.

To see the variations in both printing processes, it is prudent to visit a certified stationery store in your neighborhood to check out printed examples personally. Regardless of what option works for you, a number of printing companies are in the middle of their holiday card sale. Save anywhere for 20% to 50% by ordering your photo greeting cards prior to the end of September.

Sheila May is the owner of Therese Saint Clair, a stationery store located in Greenwich, CT. She writes frequently about photo greeting cards and holiday greeting card trends.

With all the ease of digital photography and breakthroughs in offset printing, this year a great number of households intend to digitally print family photographs directly on their seasonal Christmas card. What could be more convenient? Just upload your image to an internet printing company, choose a template, edit your image, click on the print button and your printed holiday cards are shipped to your residence.

This sounds like an idyllic scenario, but photography enthusiasts unwaveringly insist that digitally-imprinted holiday cards are certainly not nearly as attractive as pictures mounted on the greeting card. One knowledgeable stationery store owner and amateur photographer said, “Digitally produced holiday greeting cards simply don’t have the high-quality and print resolution of photos developed by a commercial printer. Some digital photo cards may be quite appealing, but when you compare them side-by-side, the actual difference is clear: Photo-mount holiday cards win hands-down.”

Not everyone would concur with this assessment, but plainly if you factor in the “efficiency factor” and lower overall cost, it’s no big surprise that consumers have migrated in the direction of digital holiday photo cards. “Let’s face it,” said this seasoned stationer, “you are getting a nice quality greeting card – perhaps not the best quality – but you avoid the hassle of mounting the pictures with adhesive tape.”

Given this change in consumer buying habits, leading printing firms have shifted rapidly to boost their digital printing capabilities. The truth is, industry leaders, Crane & Co. and William Arthur now offer clients the choice of printing their photo on the Christmas photo card or mounting their photographs on beautifully-crafted greeting cards – often embossed – with pre-applied adhesive tape.

To see the variations in both printing techniques, it’s wise to go to an experienced stationery store in your neighborhood to see printed examples personally. Whichever option works for you, a number of printing companies happen to be in the midst of their holiday card sale. Save anywhere for 20% to 50% by purchasing your holiday photo cards prior to the end of September.

Sheila May is the owner of Therese Saint Clair, a stationery store located in Greenwich, CT. She writes frequently about photo greeting cards and holiday greeting card trends.

As a stationer, I am frequently asked by our clients if they should choose digital photo cards this Christmas season. Almost all of these patrons have traditionally used photo mount Christmas greeting cards to show family pictures.

This is a difficult query to respond to, seeing that it is determined by on your objectives. Digital Christmas photo greeting cards are certainly more convenient, even though the color printing of digitally reproduced photo cards is not as crisp and clean as regular pictures. While great success has been made in improving the high quality of digital reproduction, one has to be careful in choosing the printer and the style options.

One artist who has a long background of graceful styles is Stacy Claire Boyd. Stacy has long been developing captivating Christmas photo card themes for a long time. She just lately teamed up with Printswell, a high-quality printing company, and currently has the ability of producing excellent photo cards at affordable prices.

Stacy Claire’s 2011 holiday photo card gallery features her classic emphasis on young families and infants. Her own designs and styles seem to capture the pleasure of a carefree childhood and her holiday photo greeting cards are a great favorite among our clients. Select from a selection of card dimensions and alignment with multiple or a single photograph of your family.

If you make up your mind that digital printing is the right choice for you this Christmas season, please take a peek at Stacy’s classy Christmas photo card designs. The prices for Stacy’s photo greeting cards range between $2.50 to $4.00 a photo card according to the number of cards you select to buy and the printing or design choices.

Richard W. May
Founding Member Stationers Guild

A terrific way to make use of your favorite wedding photo is with your annual Christmas card. It’s an effective way to capture the joy of the wedding ceremony and share those happy memories again with your family and friends. It is hard to imagine a much more appropriate picture to celebrate your first year as a husband and wife.

Happily married couples are discovering that their favorite wedding photograph serves double-duty when digitally printed on a Christmas card or mounted on a photo card having an appealing border to showcase your photo.

If your wedding photograph has been taken with a professional photographer, you’ll likely have to get authorization from your photographer to reproduce the image digitally on the photo greeting card. On the other hand, have your photographs commercially developed and mount them on Christmas photo greeting cards using adhesive tape that is certainly generally already affixed to the photo card.

While it is surely more convenient to imprint your holiday greeting card digitally, the print resolution of commercially developed photographs is normally better. If you plan to use a photomount holiday cards, 4”x 6” photographs tend to are preferable. Most photo greeting cards are made to accept photos in either a vertical or horizontal orientation.

Potential buyers have the option of picking out a greeting between several recommended by the printer. With some of the higher quality printing firms, you may even supply your own personal custom greeting. When you are adding your family names, it’s customary for the woman’s name to go first. In the use of a wedding photograph, it is thought to be acceptable to add the date of the wedding.

If you plan to use your wedding picture this holiday season, there are a number design and printing companies you will want to take into account. Without doubt, Crane & Co. and William Arthur offer both photomount and digitally imprinted photo cards and also the Stationers Guild affiliate program with Printswell offers some cost-effective alternatives to print your wedding holiday photo card.

Sheila May is the owner of Therese Saint Clair and writes frequently about wedding invitations and holiday photo cards.

As a stationery store that sell holiday greeting cards and photo cards, I am frequently quizzed by our customers if they should use digital photo cards this Christmas season. Virtually all of these customers have typically used photo mount holiday greeting cards to share family pictures.

This is a complicated query to respond to, since it depends on your objectives. Digital Christmas photo greeting cards are generally more straightforward, despite the fact that the color reproduction of digitally printed photo cards is not as highly detailed as conventional photographs. While great improvement has been produced in improving the quality of digital printing, one needs to be careful in selecting the printing company and the style selections.

One artist who has got a long history of graceful designs and styles is Stacy Claire Boyd. Stacy has long been creating captivating Christmas photocard design templates for a long time. She just lately joined with Printswell, a high-quality printing company, and right now has the possibility of producing premium photo holiday cards at very affordable prices.

Stacy Claire’s 2011 Christmas photo card collection features her classic focus on new families and young ones. Her own styles seem to capture the delight of a carefree childhood and her Christmas photo greeting cards are a great favorite among our customers. Pick from a variety of card dimensions and orientation with multiple or a single picture of your family.

If you choose that digital photo card printing is the right choice for you this Christmas season, please take a look at Stacy’s attractive holiday photocard designs and styles. Prices for Stacy’s photo cards vary from $2.50 to $4.00 a Christmas photo card according to the number of photo cards you select to purchase and the printing or style and design choices.

Richard W. May
Founding Member Stationers Guild

Because of the convenience of digital photography and developments in offset printing, this year quite a few households will digitally print family photos on their seasonal Christmas greeting card. What can be more effortless? Just simply upload your photograph to an online printing company, find a design template, edit your photo, click on the print button and your printed holiday cards are mailed to your home.

This appears to be an idyllic scenario, but photography enthusiasts insist that digitally-printed holiday photo cards aren’t nearly as captivating as photos mounted on the card. One knowledgeable stationer and recreational photographer said, “Digitally reproduced holiday cards simply do not have the high-quality and print image resolution of photos developed by a commercial printer. Some digital Christmas photo cards are quite quite attractive, however, if you compare them side-by-side, the difference is clear: Photomount greeting cards win hands-down.”

Not every person would accept this analysis, but plainly after you factor in the “efficiency factor” and reduced overall cost, it is no shock that buyers have moved in the direction of digital holiday cards. “Let’s face it,” said this experienced stationery store owner, “you receive a good quality greeting card – maybe not the most impressive – however, you avoid the need for mounting the photos with adhesive tape.”

Given this change in consumer buying habits, leading printing firms have moved rapidly to increase their digital printing capabilities. In fact, market leaders, Crane & Co. and William Arthur now provide its customers a choice of imprinting their photo on the holiday greeting card or mounting their photos on beautifully-crafted cards – often embossed – with pre-applied adhesive tape.

To appreciate the differences in both printing techniques, it is prudent to visit a qualified stationery store in your area to check out printed samples personally. Whatever printing option feels like a fit, a variety of printing companies happen to be in the midst of their holiday card sale. Save anywhere for 20% to 50% by ordering your holiday photo cards prior to the end of September.

Sheila May is the owner of Therese Saint Clair, a stationery store located in Greenwich, CT. She writes frequently about photo greeting cards and holiday greeting card trends.