Are you looking for an easy and affordable packaging idea for your small business? Look no further because I have a quick 4-step tutorial on how you can create DIY thank you cards for your small business using index cards. Yes, I said it- index cards!

 Why packaging inserts are important and how they can increase customer loyalty!

First, let’s talk about why packaging inserts and thank you cards are important for your small business.

  • Packaging inserts are not costly – In fact, they are low-cost. the package is already paid to be shipped so there is no added cost for shipping.  Inserts can also be seen as an investment with the return of repeat customers.
  • Established Customer: The receiver is already a customer. They aren’t window shopping, they’ve already shopped! Therefore, you can focus your inserts on the item your customer bought.
  • Cross-selling GALORE: You can showcase complimentary items to the purchased product or service. For example, if you sell lashes or provide a lash extension service, you can include instructions to clean lashes with a lash foam cleaner. YOUR lash foam cleaner.
  • Loyalty…Loyalty… LOYALTY!: customers are likely to be repeat customers from a brand that appreciates them, and provides them an experience. A brand that makes them feel special.

How to Make Your Own Thank You Cards Using Index Cards

Now that you know the importance of thank you cards for your business. I’ll share the free thank you card template that is easy to edit and will save you time when it comes to your packaging inserts. Here are the items you will need to make your DIY thank you cards.

Index Cards – whichever size you desire. I typically go with 3”x5” cards

Thank You Design – get my design for FREE by clicking here

Printer – Inkjet or Laser, whichever one you have access to 

Step 1: Create your design. I love to create in Canva or Photoshop. If you like my editable thank you card design, grab it here

Step 2: Download your design in a high-resolution format. PDF is optimal for downloading print designs or download a s a PNG

Step 3: Check your printer settings! Make sure that you change your print settings to fit whichever index card you have. Also, adjust the print layout guides that are within your print tray/ feeder

Step 4: Print and BOOM! You’re done! 

I hope this helps and provides a bit more ease and fun to your packaging process! Happy printing!