Photo Greeting Cards
You too can send out those fun and personalized photo greeting cards to friends and loved ones for any event or just to say hello. These custom greetings are as close as your favorite photo away. With only a few simple steps, you can add a creative touch to an already unique message that comes only from you.
Printable greeting cards are not only a great way to keep in contact with family and friends, but also to show off your digital photos. The best way to capture a moment is with a photo and transforming a snapshot into a customized greeting card for occasions such as birthdays, birth announcements, invitations and more are simple with the help of most online digital photo services.
Creating Printable Photo Greeting Cards:
Photo cards are easy and enjoyable to make. Top-quality custom made photo cards can be designed in a snap, complete with your own digital images and personalized message inside through online photo services such as Shutterfly and Ofoto. Photo greeting cards are printed usually on 5×7 card stock with either a glossy or matte finish. All you have to do is upload you digital photo/photos to the photo service of choice, select a layout and greeting, and add your personal message to finish your card. Photo cards typically come in sets of 20, complete with envelopes for mailing.
For the ultimate in convenience, Shutterfly will even let you import your addresses from Outlook or your Palm device and mail your photo greeting cards for you. All you have to do is choose a design and the rest is left to themno trip to the mailbox!
Software for Photo Greeting Cards:
Another option for creating printable greeting cards is with the use of digital photo software. Many easy to use programs are available with tons of template options for any holiday. These programs can assist you in designing your own personal Christmas card or birth announcement with that special message. Two of the most popular programs are Fotofinish and Adobe Photoshop Album (replaced by Photoshop Elements). Both of these programs have a diverse selection of templates including Valentine’s, Easter, Mother’s and Father’s Day, 4th of July, Halloween, Christmas photo cards and every occasion in between.
Digital cameras have so many fun uses beyond the quick snapshot. Be creative and have fun!
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