| Custom playing cards are more versatile then most | | | | prefer paper cards because that is what they are |
| would think. They can be used as gifts by including | | | | used to playing. Plastic cards are longer lasting than |
| names, messages, photos and more. Businesses can | | | | paper cards so many prefer to use plastic. |
| also use them for marketing purposes by including | | | | There are also different ways to have cards |
| business, product or ordering information on them | | | | packaged. The most typical type of packaging is tuck |
| and giving them away. They can even be used for | | | | boxes, which are what is typically seen at stores. |
| weddings, birthdays or any event that is important. | | | | Another option is to use acrylic boxes which can be |
| There are many different decisions that need to be | | | | hinged or two-piece boxes. |
| made when finalizing the design of custom playing | | | | Another option for custom playing cards is to print |
| cards. Below are some of the main things to consider | | | | them at home. There are special kits that have |
| when ordering customized online cards: | | | | printable perforated cards that can be customized. |
| The back of the card is also known as the common | | | | Unfortunately, because these cards are made from |
| side. This is the side that looks identical on each card. | | | | card stock, they may not last as long as other types |
| When customizing this may include a name, a photo | | | | of cards. There is the option of laminating the cards |
| or other personalized information. The front of the | | | | which will allow them to last longer but they will not |
| card is also known as the face side and typically has | | | | be as flexible as normal playing cards. Depending on |
| the suits and numbers of a normal deck of cards, | | | | the printer being used there are sheets of plastic |
| although even this side can be customized. | | | | that can be printed on that will allow for a |
| There are two sizes of cards that can be ordered | | | | customized card that is more flexible than laminated |
| that most people are familiar with. Bridge cards are | | | | paper. When designing cards at home it usually |
| 2.25" x 3.5" and Poker cards are 2.5" x 3.5". Most | | | | requires working with a desktop publishing program in |
| places can handle custom orders for different sizes | | | | order to get the layout correct. |
| of cards. These are not the only types of | | | | The next time a gift or new marketing idea is |
| personalized cards that can be ordered. Many | | | | needed consider ordering or making custom playing |
| companies customize Pinochle, Go Fish, Old Maid, | | | | cards. Whether they are done by a professional |
| Rook and many other types of cards for card | | | | company or made at home they can make a huge |
| games. | | | | impression on those that will be seeing and using |
| There are typically three products that custom | | | | them. Also remember that little things can make the |
| playing cards can be made from: Casino paper, | | | | cards even more special like the box that they are |
| premium paper and plastic. The type chosen is | | | | presented in. |
| normally based on personal preference. Many players | | | | |