Do you have a knack for photography? You've taken interesting photos of your local area or animals. Why not try selling your photos as post cards? Even interesting drawings or prints of artwork can be made into post cards. Gift shops, specialty stores, even gas stations have racks of cards for sale. Selling post cards is a fun way to promote your talent and make some extra cash. With a little organization you can start a new business selling your cards.
Instructions
1. Create your post cards. Take photos of landscapes, buildings, pets and people. You can also use any interesting drawings or paintings you have done. People like to buy things that will remind them of a particular place.
2. Scan your post card idea. Format to the size of your card. Determine what text will appear front and back.
3. Send the digital copy to a printer. Printers can help with formatting. Make sure you have a few test prints done to ensure the post cards are to your standard.
4. Determine pricing for your post cards. Factor in production costs, labor, mark up and competitors' prices. Compare prices when visiting stores that sell cards.
5. Present your cards to local retail outlets like gift shops and card stores with a pricing sheet. Mention if your post card fills a particular need they may have, for example landscape cards, funny cards, and local attractions.
6. Post your cards online in your own shop or in online market places. Having a presence online will help make your post cards visible and more likely to land you retail accounts.
7. Find a sales representative that specializes in post cards. The key to selling your post cards is distribution. Once your cards are in stores and on shelves, make sure those shelves are always stocked.
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