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Greeting cards

Sell unique print on demand greeting cards with no upfront costs

The widest range of custom options including gold, silver, and copper foil, and rounded corner trimming. Get started with 30% off your first order today.

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The ultimate solution for personalized cards

Gelato offers a specialized print-on-demand greeting card product featuring premium paper stocks, including matte and cotton options, ideal for artists and photographers. The platform supports global sales through local printing partners, ensuring high-quality color reproduction and rapid delivery for seasonal and personalized stationery businesses

A wide range of custom options

Choose from multiple sizes, paper types, and finishes — from matte to glossy — so your greeting cards stand out for every occasion.

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Stunning quality cards

Printed on premium, sustainably sourced paper with professional color accuracy, ensuring every design looks as good in hand as it does online.

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Greeting card printing made simple

We produce and ship locally through a wide range of partners worldwide - ensuring fast delivery and local production.

Three colorful cards: "Let's Party" on white, "Thank You" on pink, and "Enjoy Every Moment" with flowers and butterflies, next to an envelope.

The highest quality greeting cards with Gelato

Premium quality

Crafted with FSC certified 130lb/350gsm coated silk or matte paper, our print on demand cards are printed and shipped in multi depth mailers or book wrap to ensure premium protection.

Limitless customization

Offering a diverse range of customization options, including four sizes, foiling, trimmed corners, paper finishing, folds and multiple envelope types for every occasion.

Tailored software

Our built-in personalization studio tool fully automates the process of selling & fulfilling custom cards orders, saving time and reducing errors.

Local production

We produce and ship locally through the world’s largest POD network of 140+ printing partners in 32 countries across all continents, resulting in faster delivery and fewer emissions.

See why online sellers choose Gelato over other print on demand providers

	Gelato	Other POD companies
Product personalization
Product personalization
Simple setup
Simple setup
Custom packaging
Custom packaging
140+ production partners in 32 countries
140+ production partners in 32 countries
	Gelato	Other POD companies

Print custom cards for every occasion

Custom birthday cards

Offer personalized birthday cards with custom messages, images, and designs that ship directly to customers worldwide.

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Custom anniversary cards

Anniversaries are an ideal opportunity to sell customized cards.

Use beautiful typography from our premium font library
Choose from four different sizes and multiple customization options

Two "Happy Anniversary" cards, one with a yellow background and confetti, the other white with gold script, placed on an orange surface.

Custom Valentine's Day cards

Instead of generic store-bought cards, personalized print on demand cards are perfect for valentines day. Consider selling them in your ecommerce store.

Locally produced with fast shipping times
Access millions of images with our Shutterstock plugin

Two Valentine's Day cards: one pink with "LOVE" and floral design, the other blue with heart balloons and "Happy Valentine's Day" text.

Custom holiday cards

Create custom holiday cards with seasonal designs, printed locally for on-time delivery during peak periods.

Two holiday cards: one green with "Happy Holidays" and one blue with "Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year," featuring festive designs.

Custom everyday cards

From thank-you notes to just-because messages, design everyday cards that customers can personalize instantly.

Two greeting cards: one says "Thank You" with gold floral design, the other says "Happy Weekend" with colorful butterflies and flowers.

Trusted by successful businesses worldwide

Your brand is built on trust. Our network operates on a single, rigorous quality standard. From paper stocks to garment prints, we ensure consistency, order after order. Don't just take our word for it—see what creators are saying.

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Bad Botanist

"Working with Gelato has definitely helped me with reducing issues. I have way less damaged prints arriving or anything arriving at the wrong place. It has significantly reduced the amount of time I have to spend doing manual tasks."

Isabel Beard, Founder

RecombinantCulture

"The idea that I could have an easily run, global business in twenty-eight countries now around the world – the effortlessness and simplicity of that international scope is by far one of the things that I love the best about working with Gelato."

Charles Leech, Founder

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Brigz Tattoos

"The biggest thing that stood out bout Gelato was the ability to ship almost anywhere in the world within three to five days. That was crucial for us as we were starting to get orders from all over. The idea of local production really aligned with our values of sustainability."

Christina and Corbin Briggs, Founders

Why creators choose Gelato for print on demand

See how Gelato compares to other print-on-demand providers. From global delivery speed to sustainability and customer support, Gelato gives you the tools to grow faster

Feature	Benefit	Why it matters
Global production network (140+ partners in 32 countries)
Global production network (140+ partners in 32 countries)	Local production, worldwide reach	Sell globally while reducing delivery times and costs.
No inventory needed
No inventory needed	Zero stock risk	Products are made only when ordered, lowering upfront investment.
Sustainable production
Sustainable production	Lower carbon emissions	Eco-conscious customers prefer brands that minimize shipping waste.
Fast and reliable delivery (40+ logistics partners)
Fast and reliable delivery (40+ logistics partners)	2-5 day shipping in many regions	Competes with global retail standards like Amazon.
Wide product catalog
Wide product catalog	Apparel, wall art, mugs, stationery, and more	Expands revenue opportunities with diverse offerings.
E-commerce integrations (Shopify, Etsy, Amazon, TikTok and more)
E-commerce integrations (Shopify, Etsy, Amazon, TikTok and more)	Seamless store connection	Easy to start selling where customers already shop
AI-powered creator tools
AI-powered creator tools	Smarter design and faster setup	Creators can launch products quickly with professional quality.
24/7 customer support
24/7 customer support	Always-on assistance	Sellers get reliable help across time zones, reducing downtime.
	Benefit	Why it matters

Made to order cards, produced locally and delivered fast

Connect your store to Gelato

Integrate easily with platforms like Shopify, Etsy, or WooCommerce.

List your products for sale

Add customizable items such as t-shirts, posters, mugs, or phone cases.

Customer places an order

Gelato automatically fulfills the order by routing it to a nearby print provider.

Producing your goods & shipping

The product is printed, packaged, and shipped directly to the customer by partner print providers running on Gelato Connect, our production software.

Greeting cards FAQs

How can I print custom greeting cards near me?

With Gelato, you don’t need to look for a local print shop. We connect you to a global network of printers in 32+ countries, so your greeting cards are produced locally and delivered faster. Whether you’re in the US, UK, Canada, Australia, or Europe, your cards are printed close to you — saving time, cost, and carbon emissions.

What kind of paper do you use to print greeting cards?

At Gelato, we offer multiple types of paper options for our print on demand greeting cards to allow your customers to express themselves and design a greeting card for every occasion. Choose from a range of paper qualities, including glossy, silk or matte, coated or uncoated paper, giving your cards and designs a professional, personal, or luxurious finish. Plus, our printed paper products are made from paper and wood from sustainably managed forests.

How much does it cost to print greeting cards in my country?

Pricing depends on card size, paper type, and quantity. Since Gelato prints locally in 32+ countries, you’ll save on international shipping costs. Simply upload your design or use our templates, and you’ll see the exact cost for your location at checkout.

Can I design my own greeting card online?

Yes! Gelato offers free, easy-to-use templates and a design editor so you can create personalized greeting cards online. Whether you’re a small business, artist, or individual, you can customize your cards and have them printed locally for delivery in your region.

How quickly can Gelato greeting cards be produced and delivered?

Greeting cards are printed locally in more than 30 countries, which means orders are typically produced within 72 hours and delivered faster thanks to reduced shipping distances. This ensures your customers receive cards quickly, while also lowering costs and carbon emissions.

Are Gelato greeting cards eco-friendly and sustainably produced?

Yes. All Gelato greeting cards are produced using responsibly sourced paper and printed as close to your customer as possible. This reduces carbon emissions, avoids overproduction, and supports more sustainable e-commerce practices.

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