"It's so user friendly!"
It turned out AMAZING. I love the fact that there are so many options for photos, text, fonts, paper quality, colors, etc. and especially that I could add a personal note on the back.
—Marilyn, Shutterfly Customer
Card Customization Guide
A step-by-step guide to making and sending the perfect card.
Creating a custom card with Shutterfly is easy and fun, and it's backed by our 100% Happiness Guarantee.
Why choose a custom card from Shutterfly?
Cards for every occasion
Find cards, announcements, and invites for every celebration and seasonal moment.
Enjoy major value
Make your card feel extra special at a great price. Explore personalized foil, a rainbow of colors & more.
Customize to your heart's content
Create a one-of-a-kind card with free customization tools—we've unlocked all editing features.
We make mailing easy
Mailing is easier than ever with our Easy Address Collector, address printing & Mail for Me® Service.
NEXT UP
Find a design that speaks to you.
Explore our wide selection of beautiful styles crafted with love by our designers.
Refine your results.
Filter by number of photos, colors, sizes, and formats.
Try on designs.
Click "Use My Photos" to preview your photo in any design (must be logged in)!
Create your own.
Upload your own design to make it uniquely yours.
BUILD YOUR CARD
Make it exactly how you dream it.
Enjoy full creative control! Rearrange text, photos, and design elements, change colors, and make it your own.
Colors
Pick from recommended colors or choose one you love from the color wheel.
Number of photos
Spotlight as many photos as you like—most of our designs have multiple layout options!
Trim types
Add personality with rounded, scalloped, or ticket trims.
Foil & glitter
Give your card a dazzling touch with personalized foil or no-mess glitter.
Free back-of-card designs
Select a matching pattern, or add photos and text to share even more.
Premium paper types
Choose from our five high-quality cardstock options.
Colors
Pick from recommended colors or choose one you love from the color wheel.
SEALED WITH LOVE
Elevate your card with coordinating envelopes and liners.
While building your card, pick an envelope color and liner design that complement your card for an extra special touch.
DESIGN TOOLS
Refine the details quickly & easily.
Polish your words and perfect your photos fast with our easy-to-use design tools.
Need help writing your caption?
Use Magic Writer to generate new text or refine what you've written to fit any tone or text box area. Click on a text box to get started.
Easily expand your photos.
Use the Expand tool to extend the background of any image to make it work best for your card. Click on a photo to get started.
Discover artful transformations.
Personalized children’s photo card featuring two kids holding hands outdoors in a warm autumn woodland setting.
Free Shutterfly Address Book
Send a link to family and friends with our Easy Address Collector or import your own document to update your address book fast.
Free Address Printing
Get FREE address printing with pre-lined or custom envelopes.
Mail for Me® Service
We print, stuff, stamp, and mail your cards for you. (Plain white envelopes only.)
TESTIMONIALS
Let the stars speak for themselves.
Easy, fun, and totally personalized—see why customers love making cards with Shutterfly!
"Fun, personalized cards!"
It's so easy to create a custom card to send to friends or family! The quality is excellent and it couldn't be a more personalized card. Highly recommend!
—Cynthia, Shutterfly Customer
"Shutterfly creates the best cards and announcements!"
I have been using Shutterfly over 10 years now to create all of my Christmas cards and announcements. Their prices are great, and customer service is top-notch!
—Cyndi, Shutterfly Customer
"It's so user friendly!"
It turned out AMAZING. I love the fact that there are so many options for photos, text, fonts, paper quality, colors, etc. and especially that I could add a personal note on the back.
—Marilyn, Shutterfly Customer
"Fun, personalized cards!"
It's so easy to create a custom card to send to friends or family! The quality is excellent and it couldn't be a more personalized card. Highly recommend!
—Cynthia, Shutterfly Customer
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I make a custom card on Shutterfly?
Start by choosing a card design or selecting Upload Your Own Design. Add your photos, personalize the text, and customize the layout, colors, paper type, and trim style. You can also add photos and text to the back of your card. Once your design is complete, select your envelope and addressing options, review your project, and place your order.
What can I do with the back of my card?
The back of your card is fully customizable. Add extra photos, create a collage, include custom text, or share a personalized message with friends and family. Shutterfly includes back-of-card customization and personalized messages at no extra cost, a benefit you won't find with other major card providers.
Can I create my own card design from scratch?
Yes. Choose Upload Your Own Design to create a custom card using your own artwork, photos, logos, text, and layouts. This option gives you complete creative control while still letting you choose card formats, paper types, trim styles, and envelope options.
Can I customize the layout and design of my card?
Yes. Personalize your card by editing text, choosing fonts, adjusting text size, moving text boxes, and changing colors. You can also select different photo layouts and, on many designs, choose options with more or fewer photos to create a card that fits your style and story.
What card formats and trim styles are available?
Shutterfly offers a variety of card formats, including flat cards, folded cards, tri-fold cards, and gate fold cards. You can also personalize the look of your card with trim options such as square, rounded, bracket, scalloped, and ticket edges to match your style.
What card sizes are available?
Card sizes vary by design and may be available in 4x8, 5x7, or 6x8 formats. Available sizes will be shown when you select your card design.
How can I personalize my envelopes?
Shutterfly offers a variety of envelope customization options to complement your card design. Choose from colored envelopes, printed envelope designs, decorative liners, and pre-lined foil envelopes, then add FREE recipient address printing and return address printing for a polished, coordinated mailing.
How can Shutterfly help with addressing and mailing my cards?
Shutterfly makes it easy to manage your mailing list with a built-in address book. Import existing contacts or collect addresses from friends and family using a shareable link. For added convenience, Mail For Me lets Shutterfly print, stamp, and mail your cards for you, helping save time during busy seasons.
Can AI tools help me create my card?
Yes. Shutterfly offers AI-powered tools that make it easier to create and personalize your cards. Use Magic Writer to generate or refine your message, Smart Expand to extend image backgrounds, Smart Erase to remove unwanted objects from photos, and Image Create to transform photo backgrounds with new creative looks. These tools help simplify the design process so you can create a polished, personalized card in less time.
How do I find the right card design?
Use filters to narrow your options by style, theme, color, number of photos, card format, foil, glitter, and more. You can also search for specific design styles, browse our newest designs with the NEW filter, or use Upload Your Own Design to create a completely custom card. With thousands of designs available, it's easy to find a card that matches your style and occasion.
Can I preview my photos before choosing a card design?
Yes. Use My Photo lets you upload your photos and preview how they look across different card designs before making your selection. It's an easy way to find a layout that works best with your pictures.
Can I choose different photo layouts for my card?
Yes. Many card designs offer multiple layout options, allowing you to choose different photo arrangements and select designs with more or fewer photos. This makes it easy to find a layout that fits your photos and the story you want to share.