While commenting to another blogger, John Tew, about business cards, I wanted to show him what I did for mine, the company I used, and what I learned. I also learned you can't post a photo into a blog comment, so I had to compose a post, this post, in order to show the business card.
I've been using business cards since 1999 when I attended a national conference. Back then, I printed my own, putting in my name, email address and a list of surnames. All one color, one side, and nothing fancy. From there I went to Staples and the format was pretty much the same, except that the surnames were on the opposite side. A few years ago, I discovered the Moo Company (www.moo.com) after seeing a card that Heather Rojo used. I love the fact that I can use my own photos. Below is the back with my signature blog header, and the other side, a photo taken at a Concord, MA cemetery, and a little information.
If I need to order more, I'll make a few changes. First, I'll add my facebook address, add Lowell for my city and make sure my blog address is correct! I forgot the www, it's kind of embarrassing to tell people it's wrong, even though if they type the below, they will still reach me. Be sure to double check before ordering.
** Update: Pertaining to the paragraph above, I just ordered a box of 50 cards on 9/7/18. And, I didn't change a thing. I didn't want my facebook address or my city listed. Turned out, my blog address is just fine, didn't need the www after all. I received a special deal today, and that is what prompted me to reorder. However, I didn't want 100 cards (like I ordered the first time), so I paid regular price, plus shipping for $30.99. At the bottom of this post is the advertising page I received from them today.
** Update: Pertaining to the paragraph above, I just ordered a box of 50 cards on 9/7/18. And, I didn't change a thing. I didn't want my facebook address or my city listed. Turned out, my blog address is just fine, didn't need the www after all. I received a special deal today, and that is what prompted me to reorder. However, I didn't want 100 cards (like I ordered the first time), so I paid regular price, plus shipping for $30.99. At the bottom of this post is the advertising page I received from them today.
The card is a little glossy and people, non-genealogists also, are impressed with this style, rounded corners and clarity of the photos. The nice thing is you can put anything you want on to your card, like all your urls, phone numbers, etc. Make it stand out, people will look at it.
Showing a print advertising page to give you an idea of the colors and design.
