I have questions… – IOTW Report

I have questions…

If this were to be made into a Christmas card –

  • What is the size card you like best?
  • What message would you like to see inside? (The most number of thumbs up for the suggestions in comments will be strongly considered.)
  • Sets of 6, 8, 12 or 24?
  • Red envelopes?

I’m considering options, but want it to be equitable for all.

Would prints be of interest?

And remember, we also have our friends at The Dixon Studio who sell cards.

39 Comments on I have questions…

  1. I don’t have exact wording, but something about a Blessed Christmas — a strong statement, not a generic “Happy HOLIDAYS.”

    While I don’t specifically want to leave out Hanukkah, it doesn’t fit the picture.

    Kwanza can get bent.

    13
  2. For message, something religious and uplifting for sure;

    The Reason for the Season
    Christ Jesus is born, promise delivered
    Thanks be to God for his indescribable gift!
    or a bible verse, such as Luke 2:14 “Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.”

    Don’t care about the other stuff, I’m in.

    19
  3. I would say a light color (or white). For the envelope. Sometimes I wonder how the post office can even read the address if the envelope is too dark.

    5×7 sounds like a good size.

    10
  4. Set of 24, Peace on Earth or Merry Christmas. Or the old classic “Money’s tight, time’s are hard, so here’s your fucking Christmas card.” That might be more of a niche message, so one of the first two are probably better. Either way, whatever is determined I’ll want at least 24.

    7
  5. Christmas cards of your wonderful painting BFH is a great idea!
    You could sell the 5×7 size – it might be more cost effective to produce.
    Also, cards could be blank inside with “Merry Christmas” or “Season Greetings” on cover. Also, just keep the cover pristine and and no message inside to use for any occasion.

    2
  6. And I have answers:

    1. Expand your business by starting a first class card company. Three themes: (a) Christmas; (b) funny Conservative meme’s; (c) birthdays. Use your own art. (The crap in the stores is just CRAP! Year after year…)

    2. Use Gofundme if you have to – have you noticed what Sarah Hoyt did recently (>$100,000)?!

    3. Sell on the web via various resellers and here!

    4. Take on a marketing partner who’s “been there, done that” and (1) still remembers, and, (2) didn’t get lost!

    5. Make some money. You and your staff deserve it.

    7
  7. The art is beautiful! I’m drawn to the Star and the Church. I think the greeting should be “Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people.” As for size of card I would say whatever fits best to the ratio of your illustration. White envelope. I would certainly purchase them. Thank you for all of your talents!

    13
  8. Size: 5 x 7 (nice standard size, plenty big for a handwritten note from the sender)
    Message: Yes please, not blank (commenters have great suggestions)
    Set: 8 or 12 (only because sending Xmas cards is sadly a dying tradition. I send out over 50 every year. A good year I receive about 18.
    Envelope: How about a craft paper/butcher paper light brown? It’s usually a recycled paper and has nice vintage look. Green would be my next choice. If it costs extra for a color envelope, white would be dandy.

    5
  9. There is nothing wrong with blank cards. Based on all the variety of ideas on this thread alone for messages inside the card, a blank card fits the bill. It’s a great way to personalize a holiday or other occasion message. Come on now…
    Of course, there could also be cards with a message(s) on cover or/and inside of cards of BFH’s choosing sold separately – more options (as the budget allows) more revenue for iotwr.

    4
  10. Michael’s suggestion for what is written inside is perfect to me.

    Set of 12.
    White or cream/ecru envelopes.
    Size – what works for you.

    If you make them this year I will buy for next year.

    I needed a few special Christmas cards. I do not send many so ordered 6 on Etsy. The designs are from this woman’s water colors. Traditional, owls and trees, CATS, New England seaside. Quite lovely. The cards were $5 each with envelope. Nice thick card stock. Prices for this type thing vary on Etsy since each creator sets their own price. I won’t order from her again simply because her shipping charge for ordering random designs was a total price gouge. Too bad as I like what she had to offer. Here is her shop for an idea of pricing https://www.etsy.com/shop/ShirleyBell?ref=shopsection_leftnav_10
    web site https://www.shirleybelldesigns.com/

    There are Christian selling sites that are similar to Etsy where you can sell your art work, patterns, supplies, etc. I can’t remember the name right now but the conservative knit wear designer Deplorable Knitter sells on the Christian site.

  11. I always like blank cards because I can compose my own message. It’s more personal.

    Batch of 12, 5×7, Illusr8r’s idea for the envelope (light brown/tan) color.

    Oooo, how about making stickers of the tree? Quite lovely and can be used to seal the flap of the envelope.

    6
  12. How about “O holy night, the stars are brightly shining…”

    Because both things are true with this image.

    I’ll take at least 50, with this caption (or whatever you think is best). White envelopes are good. And I like CLaudia’s suggestion of the tree sticker.

    7

Comments are closed.