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Business CardsI like the idea of eventually having a logo, but don't have the time to commit to something that I'll have to look at everytime I hand out my business cards to someone. I settled for "handsome" cards from an online company that was fairly inexpensive. If I don't like them, or want to add something to them I just place another $10-25 order. They arrive in time for whatever event I'm working at and they look so much better than those perforated business cards. I know some people like to print their own, but the perforations give me the heebie geebies. There's something nice about a nice straight edge that is uniform. Remember to consider the source though, I really love paper, card stock is my favorite. Texture is nice, but adds to the cost unless you're the type of person that makes a decision one time and sticks to it for longer than I do. I feel like business cards only give out my current contact information. I also will never get calendars printed on the back, again, what a waste of ink as the year comes to a close and I like the option of writing something on the back as well. I think the title of your company should give enough information that you don't have to list what types of work you do. A picture is good if it's clear but increases the cost. Some online companies let you upload an image and proof it before you purchase it to make sure that you approve of the design. Our stone business has a logo that Nick designed, that was uploaded to our business cards. One day I'd like to have glossy white cards with the logo in raised ink. Our letterhead does not include the logo though. My metal cards are pretty simple with a two tone background. I wanted something that would be easy to read text on as well as not be the standard color that most cards are in your wallet. I hope this is helpful. Elizabeth M. Meadows Mother, Metal Sculptor in that order. "Gotta love a gal with an anvil." -Buffy Summers (Buffy the Vampire Slayer)

Thanks for the idea Lynda, I've posted our cards too!