Choosing the right paper is essential for crisp text, vibrant colors, and a professional finish when printing greeting cards at home or in a small office. The following five products are specifically chosen for inkjet printing compatibility, weight, texture, and ease of use. They cover half-fold and traditional card formats, with options ranging from textured white to matte finishes and included envelopes for immediate use.
| Product | Brand | Key Feature |
|---|---|---|
| Avery Printable Greeting Cards, 3378 | Avery | 65 lb cover weight, textured white for bold text and color; designed for inkjet printers |
| Avery Printable Greeting Cards with Envelopes, 08316 | Avery | 80 lb/216 gsm matte white, pre-scored for easy folding, envelopes included |
| PPD Greeting Card Paper, 50 Sheets (8.5 x 11) | PPD | 64 gsm (approx. 10.9 mil) cardstock, glossy outside, matte inside, prescored folds |
| Avery Printable Greeting Cards, 3265 | Avery | 80 lb/216 gsm, matte white finish, printer-friendly for vibrant colors |
| PPD Greeting Card Paper, 50 Sheets (5.5 x 8.5) | PPD | 53 gsm (9 mil) stock, prescored for 4.25 x 5.5 inch cards, envelopes included |
Avery Printable Greeting Cards, 3378
These half-fold cards use heavyweight 65 lb cover stock (176 gsm) with a white textured finish that helps ink and color pop on the page. The cards are designed for inkjet printers and are compatible with Avery Design & Print, a free online design tool that offers thousands of templates and design options. The textured surface helps prevent smudging, ensuring clean, professional-looking results for personalized invitations, thank-you notes, and birthday cards. Each pack includes 30 blank cards with envelopes, ready for quick printing and sending.
Avery Printable Greeting Cards with Envelopes, 08316
These half-fold cards come in matte white, weighing 80 lb / 216 gsm, with pre-scored folds for precise, easy assembly. The matte finish provides a clean, professional look for high-contrast text and vivid graphics. Like other Avery designs, they are compatible with Avery Design & Print Online, offering templates to create personalized holiday, wedding, or invitation cards. Envelopes are included, streamlining production from design to delivery.
PPD Greeting Card Paper, 50 Sheets (8.5 x 11)
PPD offers heavyweight 64 gsm cardstock with a glossy outer finish for sharp photo-like graphics and a matte inner surface for clean text readability. The cards fold along a prescored line from 8.5 x 11 inches to 5.5 x 8.5 inches, accommodating a wide range of occasions—from birthdays to formal invitations. The set includes 50 sheets with matching envelopes, designed to simplify the DIY card-making process for beginners and experienced crafters alike.
Avery Printable Greeting Cards, 3265
This half-fold option uses 80 lb / 216 gsm heavyweight cardstock with a matte white finish that enhances color depth and clarity. The cards are compatible with Avery Design & Print for quick customization and design experimentation. Envelopes are included, and the pre-scored, easy-fold design helps avoid printer jams and misalignment, delivering a polished finished product suitable for invitations, thank-you notes, and personalized announcements.
PPD Greeting Card Paper, 50 Sheets (5.5 x 8.5)
This 50-sheet set features heavyweight 53 lb / 210 gsm cardstock with a matte exterior for pulldown photography quality and a matte interior for clean text. The prescored fold creates a neat 4.25 x 5.5 inch card when folded. Included envelopes match the card size, enabling a smooth DIY workflow from design through to mailing. The versatile stock is suitable for a variety of occasions, ensuring reliable print results on inkjet printers.
Avery Printable Note Cards with Envelopes, 03379
These textured white 4.25 x 5.5 inch note cards are pre-scored for easy folding and printed on premium 65 lb / 176 gsm stock. The textured surface helps inkjet printing achieve richer color and sharper detail, making them a strong choice for invitations, personalized stationery, and note cards. An included envelope pack ensures everything is ready to send after printing.
80lb White Half Fold Greeting Cards
Desktop Publishing Supplies offers 80 lb white cardstock (216 gsm) in a half-fold format that yields cards measuring 5.5 x 8.5 inches when folded. The heavier cover weight helps ensure durability and a premium feel for invitations, announcements, or business correspondence created at home. The product is designed to be printer-friendly for inkjet setups and complements a range of design styles.
Blank Half Fold Greeting Cards — 100 Pack
A bulk option with 100 cards made from 80 lb white cardstock featuring a textured surface. Each card folds neatly along a scored center for clean, professional edges, and bright white stock with a 96 brightness rating to enhance image clarity and vibrancy. The blank interior provides ample space for handwritten notes, quotes, or printed messages, making them suitable for personalized correspondence and multi-purpose card sending.
Buying Guide: Key Purchase Considerations
- Card Weight and Finish: Heavier weights (65–80 lb cover or 216 gsm) offer a premium look and durability, while matte finishes reduce glare and enhance color accuracy for text and graphics on inkjet printers.
- Pre-scored Folds and Envelopes: Pre-scored cards simplify folding and ensure clean creases. Envelopes included add convenience and reduce extra shopping steps.
- Texture and Color Reproduction: Textured finishes can elevate the tactile feel of your cards and improve print depth; matte finishes help colors appear richer on screen and printouts.
- Printer Compatibility: Verify inkjet optimization, binding, and jam-prevention features to ensure reliable printing without smudging or misfeeds.
- Template Support: Services like Avery Design & Print Online provide templates and design customization, speeding production and ensuring consistent layouts across multiple cards.
- Scale and Occasion: For mass invites or corporate cards, bulk packs reduce cost per unit; for personalized notes, bulk or smaller packs may be more flexible.
- Included Accessories: Envelopes and compatible sizes facilitate immediate use after printing; confirm size compatibility with your card dimensions.
- Color Management: If color accuracy is critical (photos or branding), choose products with a glossy or high-contrast finish, and calibrate your printer for consistent results.