Your Christmas Print Toolkit: Cards & Calendars That Actually Get Noticed
Christmas creeps up fast. If you want print that gets noticed, brings people back, and doesn’t cause stress, this guide will help you choose what works best for UK SMEs and North Wales businesses. You’ll also find timelines, eco options, and artwork advice.
What Actually Works at Christmas
You want impact, not clutter. These pieces consistently earn their keep.
The Quick List
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Personalised Christmas cards that feel human and get opened
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Desk calendars that sit on a customer’s desk all year
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Wall calendars with space for notes
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Gift vouchers or promo postcards for January
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Window graphics or PVC-free mesh banners
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Stickers and tags for quick gifting
Choose one hero item for your best clients, then add one support piece that extends your reach into the new year.
Personalised Christmas Cards That Get Opened
A proper card still cuts through. Email greetings are easy to ignore; a thoughtful printed card feels like care.
Tips for Cards That Work
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Keep the message warm and short
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Add one personal line where you can
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Use real team names or a group signature
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Add a small prompt to stay in touch (QR code, festive hours, January offer)
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Choose quality stock — recycled options look great
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Consider a branded return address label
If You Don’t Have Artwork
Our “Please Design For Me” option keeps it easy. You get one finished design plus up to three amendments.
Calendars That Work All Year
Calendars are quiet performers. They live on a desk or wall, meaning your brand is seen every day.
Great Choices
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Personalised desk calendars
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A3 or A4 wall calendars
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Personalised photo calendars for charities, clubs, and community groups
Personalised Calendars, desk and wall formats
Make Yours Useful
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Add important dates your customers care about
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Keep branding clear but not loud
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Use fresh photos (we can source them if needed)
Outdoor Festive Messages Without the Plastic Guilt
If you need to shout about late-night shopping or a seasonal menu, go big outdoors — and greener.
Good Options
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PVC-free mesh banners
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Window vinyls
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Foamex boards
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Pavement signs
Ask us about sizes, fixing options, and visibility from the kerb.
Eco-Friendly Print Options
Greener choices that make a real difference:
Simple Eco Wins
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Recycled stocks for cards and leaflets
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PVC-free mesh for banners
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Biodegradable laminations (selected products)
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Recyclable mailing bags
Tell us sustainability matters and we’ll match you with the right materials.
Supplying Artwork or Getting Design Help
Two simple routes, both stress-free.
If You Have Artwork
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Export print-ready PDFs in CMYK
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Add 3 mm bleed and crop marks
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Keep text 3 mm from the trim
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Outline/embed fonts
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Embed linked images
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Name files clearly
We run a free technical check. For deeper fixes, choose File Fix + Proof.
If You Want Design Help
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Choose “Please Design For Me”
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Send logo, colours, photos, rough copy (bullet points are fine)
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We create the design with up to three amendments
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You approve a proof before print
How Early to Order Cards & Calendars
Earlier than you think — but here’s a guide.
Cards
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Design: 1 day (artwork ready) or 2–5 days (we design)
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Print: 3 to 4 working days
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Delivery: add 1 to 2 days
Calendars
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Design: 3–7 working days
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Print: 5–10 working days
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Delivery: add 1–2 days
Practical Timeline
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Approve cards by mid-November
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Approve calendars by early November
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Hand out calendars in early December
Running late? Ask about express options — we print and finish in house in Ruthin.
Simple Checklist
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Pick your two hero pieces
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Confirm quantities (+10% safety)
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Gather brand assets
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Draft simple copy
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Choose stock and finishes
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Book design or send artwork
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Approve proofs quickly
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Plan delivery or mailing
Ready to Order?
We’re local, friendly and fast. If you need printing in North Wales with real care, our Ruthin team can help.
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Email: sales@fineline.wales
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Call: 01824 705 800 (Mon–Fri, 09:00–17:00)
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Or book a quick design call
Summary
Choose print that works hard: personalised cards for connection, calendars for year-round visibility, eco-friendly banners for outdoor messaging, and simple artwork setups. Order early, and we’ll help you create festive print that gets noticed.