From Prototype to Finished Deck: Key Steps in the Card Production Process

A finished deck may look like a simple stack of printed cards, but several production stages sit between the first prototype and the sealed box. Understanding those stages helps designers make better decisions early, when changes are still inexpensive and easy to manage. Begin With a Prototype That Tests the Game The first prototype does […]

How to Prepare Artwork for Professional Card Printing: Bleed, Safe Areas, and Resolution

Print Artwork Print artwork has to survive cutting, reduction, and color reproduction, not just look good on a monitor. A clean production file gives the printer room to trim the card while protecting text, icons, and important illustration details. Build Around Trim, Bleed, and Safe Areas Start with the printer’s current template and required finished […]