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Handwritten Postcard Design & Mailing Specs

Design

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Written by Adam Rutkowski

Overview

Our handwritten postcards combine authentic pen-written messages with real stamps for a personal, eye-catching mailer that stands out in the mailbox. Unlike printed postcards, every message is written using your selected handwriting style, giving it a human touch that boosts open and response rates.

Handwritten postcards are USPS-compliant and printed on durable 100# card stock, making them ideal for outreach campaigns where personalization drives results.

Typical Use Cases

  • Thank You Notes – Express gratitude to customers with a short, personal message.

  • Follow-Ups – Nudge leads who haven’t converted with a handwritten reminder.

  • Review Requests – Ask satisfied customers to leave a review in a genuine way.

  • Special Offers – Pair a personal message with a discount code to re-engage lapsed buyers.

  • Service Reminders – Perfect for home services companies reminding customers of seasonal maintenance.

Dimensions

Design Specs

Dimensions

Notes

Full Bleed

8.0” x 5.5”

Make sure your design file matches these dimensions for edge-to-edge designs

Final Trim Size

7.8” x 5.3”

This will be the final dimensions of your postcard after cutting

Safe Zone

7.5” x 5.1”

Keep all important graphics and text within these dimensions

Product Specs

Specs

Details

Stamp

Physical “Live” stamp

Paper Stock

Thick 100# Card Stock

Handwritten Text

Real pen-written message using selected handwriting style

Character Count

350 characters included (additional available)

Printing

Ultra HD Color Printing (rear design area available)

Personalization

Merge fields for name, discount code, or other variables

Integration Support

Available via Shopify, Klaviyo, Zapier, and more

Quick Reference

  • Full Bleed: 8.0” x 5.5”

  • Trim Size: 7.8” x 5.3”

  • Safe Zone: 7.5” x 5.1”

  • Handwritten Characters: 350 included

  • Real Stamp + USPS-compliant addressing

Download the Design Template

Click below to access the Canva template for handwritten postcards. It includes pre-set trim zones, safe area guides, and rear design space — so you can create confidently without worrying about layout.

Need Help?

Have questions about setting up your handwritten postcard design? Our team is here to help make sure your artwork and message look perfect. Contact us anytime.

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