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Old 04-12-2012, 08:39 PM   #1
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Need to make up some business cards, never done anything like it before so want some tips or places that will do it quick, nothing too fancy, I'm not Patrick Bateman here.
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Old 04-12-2012, 08:46 PM   #2
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When I was on my own, I just used the online program from Staples. Made the card up on their website then picked up the cards a couple days later.
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I made mine through vistaprint.ca. Good price and fairly easy but I'm sure there's others that can recommend someone local if you want that.
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Old 04-12-2012, 08:56 PM   #4
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I liked these people. They did a fast/good job for me.

http://www.mydigitalpress.ca/
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Old 04-12-2012, 08:57 PM   #5
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Thanks guys, already good options in this thread, and a couple PM's.

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Old 04-12-2012, 08:58 PM   #6
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http://calgaryeconomyprinters.com/

Maybe worth a try , some friends have used them and i used to work nearby and it was steady , nice people too.
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I second VistaPrint. Ive used them quite a few times and have no complaints
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I last used Rayacom and they were good. Not that expensive.

Make sure you approve a proof before you commit to printing! Seeing what the result is beforehand is crutial.
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Old 04-12-2012, 09:16 PM   #9
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I used vistaprint.ca and paid extra for thicker paper I think. In the end, I am VERY happy with the cards.
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If I recall correctly, there's a company I think it's called Apache that does that kind of stuff. They also do some work for the Flames IIRC. I'll find details later for you.
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And FWIW the link I provided I know the people personally. Nice folks, foster dogs and stuff. . . . lol
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www.jukeboxprint.com
Based in Vancouver, but deliver all over. Great quality and prices. Very nice selection of stock, laminations, and other finishes.
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Old 04-13-2012, 05:25 AM   #14
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Need to make up some business cards, never done anything like it before so want some tips or places that will do it quick, nothing too fancy, I'm not Patrick Bateman here.
Damn, when I saw the thread title I was going to suggest getting something with eggshell and Romalian type.
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Old 04-13-2012, 08:44 AM   #15
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Damn, when I saw the thread title I was going to suggest getting something with eggshell and Romalian type.
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Old 04-13-2012, 09:07 AM   #16
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http://www.moocards.com are great. Lots of variety and the quality of the cards are good.

We chose 10 different background designs (you can do up to 100 I think).

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Another vote for vistaprint - used them several times. Cheap, quick and good.
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http://www.moocards.com are great. Lots of variety and the quality of the cards are good.

We chose 10 different background designs (you can do up to 100 I think).

My personal favorite is the Stay Puft Marshmellow Man...
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Pfft. Mine are better.

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Pfft. Mine are better.

You guys need to stop blurring out your information... how else am I suppose to stalk you two.
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