holiday cards 2011

aack - can you believe it is FALL - holiday season is just right around the corner. i am almost done with the new designs. here are a few to see. they will be in my store by the first week of october along with more!!!

some more custom photo holiday cards

look for them in the store tomorrow (and a big thank you to my customers that allow me to share their designs!!)

custom design - need a custom holiday card just for YOU?

if you don't find exactly what you are looking for if you want the card to be persoanl and reflect you and your family, please feel free to ask me if i can customize a design for you :)

below are a couple new samples of custom designs for two recent clients. the first two are for a wonderful returning client who wanted her photo to be the main focus and to have natural colors to match her picture and a simple element.





this one is also for a returning customer. the phrase and the little cracked heart next to the word hope symbolized her family's hope that her little princess' heart will be fixed soon. i am hoping for you to sandy!

return labels!!!

Order early (before 11/24) and get free matching return labels when you purchase 50+ holiday cards!!

a few new designs for 2010

here are some of my the new designs for the 2010 holiday season. new designs will be in my store next week!

most of my new designs feature custom, hand drawn elements (by me), that you will not find anywhere else. little sweet birds, festive trees and even an owl :)

a few custom designs

just sharing a few holiday cards that have been customized for recent holiday card orders.

• the top card is my "wishing for you" design with colors of snow flakes customized
• the second design is my "wonder of 2010" design with the blue changed to green
• the 3rd is a custom design using a sports themed christmas tree and a collage of photos.
• and finally, my "christmas formal" design with the woding changed to norwgian!

FAQ

I love your Designs, how do I order?
Ordering is easy, while viewing the design you like, you will see an [ADD TO BASKET] button. Input the exact number of cards that you need. Price shown is for each card. Quantity Discounts will appear in your basket.

I am trying to purchase the card, but it didn't ask me for my info, how do I customize the card?
After you purchase the design, i will email you for all the info to customize the card.

I just placed my order, what happens next?
We will contact you within 24 hours and request the information to complete your order. You will then respond me with the applicable information and email me the photographs you want on your design. If you want, you are more then welcome to submit info on your own. See here for details: order info submition

Can I see a design before I pay?
I am sorry, but due to the time I spend on each design, especially during the holiday season, i can not design cards without purchase.

What makes your designs different then other online card companies?
Me! I do each card personally. a computer is not putting your design together I am. Unlike 99% of online companies, I will (at no extra cost) customize the wording and colors on your design for you. I can match your child's outfit or add polka dots instead of snowflakes :)

I have a chinese character I would like to incorporate, is that possible?
YES! if you have the character or it isn't too difficult for me to draw, i will gladly add it.

I saw a design on another website that i liked, if i send it to you, can you duplicate it?
I am sorry, but no. Designs are like books and photographs and are copyrighted as soon as the designer creates it. as a designer, i know how hard it is to come up with a new design concept & I also know how heartbreaking it is to have my own copyrights violated.
I love to customize designs and if you have a concept in your mind that you would like to see come to fruition, i would love to help, but i will not duplicate someone else's work.

Do you offer digital files?
At this time, no. I do not sell my digital files.

The design i like has three photos, but i only have two pictures, will that work?
Again, because i work each card for you, i can usually customize a design to work with the amount of photos you have.

I had my photos taken by a professional photographer, can I scan them to use on the card?
Most photographers require a release to use/duplicate their images. Please check with your photographer for a release.

What is the printing process?
Photo paper cards are printed on FUJI Crystal Archive Paper and are printed at a professional photo lab. Unlike photos printed on an inkjet or laser printer, these photo cards will last a lifetime and not fade. Cardstock orders are press printed (not laser nor inkjet) on high quality cardstock.

I have my own wording I want to use. Do I have to use your wording or can I use my own?
All wording is completely customizable.

Will I see a proof before you print and send me my order?
Yes, I will send you a proof for approval prior to printing.

How long does it take before I see my proof?
Most orders have a proof within 48 hours. During Holiday season, this may go up to 72 hours.If you need your proof sooner, see below.

Time got away from me . . .do you offer rush service?
If time permits, we may be able to accomadate a "RUSH" order. rush orders have a $10 rush fee and we will have your proof within 24 hours, email me for details.

How long after I approve my order do you ship?
Orders are printed and shipped within 3 business days

What happens if I get my proof & I need to make changes.
A revision to your design is included in the purchase price. I ask that you take your time and make sure that everything on the card is correct so any and all changes can be done at once. multiple requests for revisions may incur a revision fee, depending upon the request.

What payment methods do you accept?
We accept Visa, Mastercard, and Discover through PayPal.

What shipping method is used? We use USPS Priority Mail shipping service (2-3 day standard delivery time).


Can you change my photographs to black and white?
Yes, we can change any color photos to black and white or sepia coloring.

My child has a scratch on her chin, can you fix that?
Yes, for no additional charge, minor airbrushing is included.