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10/08/2026

Holiday cards don’t all need the same lead time.

A finished design on standard stock is one project. A photo card with specialty paper, foil, printed envelopes and a mailing list that still needs work is another.

Before setting your order date, look at what still needs to happen: design, proofing, printing, addressing, assembly and mailing. Every extra step needs its own place in the schedule.

Not sure how much time your project needs? The full timeline breaks down what to plan for based on the week you want your cards to arrive. https://www.postnet.com/blog/holiday-cards-planning-printing-mailing-timeline/

10/07/2026

Your window is already doing the work. It may as well say something.

A storefront window works every hour and reaches people who may not have been looking for you.

Holiday window graphics can carry a seasonal message, your hours, a promotion or simply the fact that you are open during the stretch when people assume half the block is not.

They come down as easily as they go up, which is the point. A window graphic is seasonal by design.

Two things worth deciding before you print: what the message needs to say from across the sidewalk, and how much glass you are willing to give up.

Bring us the window measurements and we will make the design for you.

10/06/2026

There is no single order-by date for holiday cards.

There is a sequence, and it runs backward.

Start with the day you want the card in someone's hands. Then work back through mailing, addressing and assembly, printing, proof approval, and design. Each step borrows time from the one before it.

That is why two projects placed the same week can need completely different schedules. A finished design on a standard stock is not the same project as a photo card on linen with foil.

Not sure when to start? The full timeline helps you work backward from the week you want your cards to arrive: https://www.postnet.com/blog/holiday-cards-planning-printing-mailing-timeline/

10/01/2026

The most important thing at your fundraiser might be the paddle numbers.

Great programs set the tone. But it’s the less glamorous pieces that keep the night running:

📖 Programs guests reference all night
🪧 Table numbers, signs + directions
🔢 Paddle numbers, item cards + bid sheets
🎪 Event banners that make it into every photo
💌 Donor thank-you cards ready to send after the event

And when the auction ends? Those items still need to reach their winners. Framed art, glassware, gift baskets and more, packed properly and shipped with care.

Fall is full of community events, and they run on the details nobody notices until they’re missing.

Save this checklist now. Thank yourself when someone asks where the bid sheets are.

09/30/2026

Fall fundraiser season is starting, and most of what an event needs is printed, packed, or both.

On the print side: paddle numbers, table signs, programs, donor thank-you cards, and a banner that shows up in every photo taken that night.

On the shipping side: auction items that have to reach the winner in one piece. Framed art, glassware, signed memorabilia, gift baskets — packed properly and quoted across carriers.

Running a gala, auction or school event this fall? Give us a call, and we’ll help organize the print and shipping pieces around your timeline.

09/29/2026

December shipping is decided in September.

Four things worth settling now:

Which carrier suits your actual mix of weights and destinations — UPS, FedEx, DHL* and USPS each win on different lanes.

Whether your packaging is costing you in dimensional weight, on every order, all quarter.

Your own cutoff dates, set earlier than the carrier's and published to customers now.

Who packs the fragile and high-value items.

None of it is urgent in September. That's exactly why September is when it gets done.

Tell us what you ship and we'll walk the options with you.

*DHL not available at all locations.

09/24/2026

Week one of a new business tends to go the same way.

The sign isn't up. The cards are ordered. And someone asks for a brochure that doesn't exist yet.

Ordering the kit in one pass fixes most of it — cards, brochure, flyers, banner, window graphics, folders, thank-you cards. Less back-and-forth, and everything matches because it was designed together.

Opening this fall? Tell us what you're launching and we'll build the list with you.

09/23/2026

Fall market season is here, and signage is what separates a booth from a table.

It works before you can. People decide whether to walk over from fifteen feet away, while you're mid-conversation with someone else.

Five pieces cover it: a retractable banner behind you, a poster on an easel with what you sell, a table sign with your name, cards at the front edge of the table, and a small QR sign for your online store.

Vendor fairs, farmers markets, trade shows, school nights — same kit, and it travels between all of them.

Tell us what you're setting up and we'll size the kit to your table.

09/22/2026

A new business gets judged on its materials before anyone has used the product.

Ten pieces cover it: business cards, brochures, flyers, postcards, banners, yard signs, window graphics, presentation folders, business forms and thank-you cards.

Ordered together, all ten match. Ordered one at a time as each need appears, they usually don't.

The full breakdown: https://www.postnet.com/blog/printed-materials-every-new-business-should-have/

09/17/2026

A thin white line along the edge of a printed piece has one cause, and it isn't the printer.

It's artwork that stops exactly at the trim line. Commercial cutting is accurate but not perfect to the thousandth, so a hair of variation leaves a sliver of white showing.

An eighth of an inch of extra artwork past the trim absorbs it completely.

Two minutes in the file. Or a reprint after.

Prevent the thin white edge before your file reaches production. See how bleed works in our latest blog: https://www.postnet.com/blog/what-is-a-bleed-in-printing/

07/30/2026

August is right around the corner — and it's one of our busiest months.

If you've got a college student heading to a dorm, or you're a teacher prepping for a new school year, we are ready.

Here's what we handle for back-to-school season:
— Care packages (fragile, heavy, bulky — we pack it all)
— Dorm ship-ahead: send the stuff that won't fit in the car before move-in
— Classroom printing: worksheets, syllabi, activity packets
— Document copies for move-in paperwork and leases

Start planning now. We work best with a week of lead time — and move-in weekends fill up fast.

Stop by or give us a call.

07/29/2026

One brochure.
Three completely different ways to tell the story.

Tri-fold helps organize lots of information.

Half-fold gives your message room to breathe.

Gate-fold creates a memorable reveal that feels more premium.

The fold isn't just about appearance,it changes how someone experiences your message.

Not sure which one fits your project? Check out our blog 👇
https://www.postnet.com/blog/tri-fold-vs-half-fold-vs-gate-fold

07/28/2026

Running a market booth or pop-up this summer?

There's one thing we see people overlook all the time.

They spend weeks getting ready for the event—but forget to plan what happens after someone discovers their business.

Think beyond the table.
• Brochures people actually take home
• QR cards that lead directly to your website
• Branded thank-you inserts that turn first-time buyers into repeat customers
• A shipping plan for online orders while you're busy selling in person

A little planning now makes the entire event work harder for your business.
Stop by or check out out blog to start your planning
www.postnet.com/blog/tri-fold-vs-half-fold-vs-gate-fold/

Picking the wrong fold crowds your message or leaves panels empty. Compare tri-fold, half-fold, and gate-fold layouts by panel count and reveal style.

07/21/2026

Choosing a brochure isn't just about what you want to say—it's about how you want people to experience it.

Some messages are best organized into sections. Others deserve big visuals and plenty of breathing room. And sometimes, you want to create a memorable first impression before someone even opens the brochure.

That's why there isn't one "best" brochure fold.

Whether you're creating service guides, event handouts, product brochures, or marketing materials, we'll help you choose the format that works best for your message.

Stop by and take a look at our sample brochures—we're always happy to help.
Learn more on our blog 👇
https://www.postnet.com/blog/tri-fold-vs-half-fold-vs-gate-fold/

07/16/2026

Every box has a story.
Some are birthday gifts headed across the country. Others are products for customers, business documents, or travel gear on its way to a vacation destination.

That's one of the things we love most about working at PostNet—no two shipping days are exactly alike.

So we're curious...

What's usually in the box you're shipping?
📦 Gifts
🛍️ Online orders
💼 Business materials
🎒 Travel gear

Or something else? Tell us in the comments!

07/15/2026

Instead of checking oversized bags, consider shipping ahead:
• Golf clubs
• Strollers and car seats
• Extra luggage for longer trips
• Outdoor and sports equipment

We'll professionally pack your items, compare rates across multiple carriers, and help you choose the shipping option that gets everything there before you arrive.

Travel lighter. We'll take care of the rest.
Learn more on our blog:
https://www.postnet.com/blog/ups-fedex-usps-dhl-shipping-times/

07/14/2026

One question we hear almost every day:
"Which carrier should I use?"

The honest answer?
It depends.

A package headed across town has different needs than one headed overseas. Timing, destination, package size, and cost all play a role.

That's why we compare UPS, FedEx, USPS, and DHL for you—so you don't have to figure it out on your own.

Bring in your package, tell us when it needs to arrive, and we'll help you find the best option. Learn more on our blog:
https://www.postnet.com/blog/ups-fedex-usps-dhl-shipping-times/

07/09/2026

A mailbox isn't just a place for your mail.

For many small business owners, it's a professional business address, added privacy, and one less reason to share a home address with customers.

Whether you're opening a new business or simply ready for a more professional setup, we're here to help you find the mailbox option that fits your needs.

Stop by anytime—we're always happy to answer questions.

https://www.postnet.com/blog/private-mailbox-vs-virtual-mailbox-for-home-businesses/

Working from home or traveling? Compare private and virtual mailboxes to secure a real street address, accept packages, and manage mail your way.

07/07/2026

LUBBOCK, Texas—PostNet was lending a helping hand and helping us fill the truck for Children’s Home of Lubbock. Plus, the signs they made for us caught the attention of the community. …

07/07/2026

Private Mailbox or Virtual Mailbox?
"Wait... what's the difference?"

We hear that question all the time.
The answer is pretty simple.

A Private Mailbox gives you a secure street address where you pick up your mail in person.
A Virtual Mailbox gives you that same professional address, but lets you securely manage your mail from anywhere.

Neither is better. It just depends on how you work. Learn more on our blog.

Working from home or traveling? Compare private and virtual mailboxes to secure a real street address, accept packages, and manage mail your way.