Make Your Own Playing Cards Guide
Design a custom deck worth holding onto.
Bring your ideas to life with a professional-quality deck of playing cards—made by you. This downloadable guide walks you through every step of the design and printing process, tailored specifically for personal projects that deserve something a little more special than store-bought.
What's Inside the Guide
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Editable Adobe Illustrator Template Files for Cards and Packaging
You get full creative freedom with none of the guesswork about file setup. Drop in your designs and photos, or use my editable pre-made card faces for a shortcut to a one-of-a-kind deck.
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A Step-By-Step Playing Card Design Walkthrough
Build your project from the ground up with design tips and tricks to implement along the way. Use the final File Checklist to make sure you've hit every mark, and learn some key vocab from the Guide's glossary.
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My Go-To Manufacturer for Small Runs, plus How To Order
No need to find your own supplier, this recommendation comes vetted and with NO order minimum. With all the product specs listed, you'll order exactly the right finishes for a true playing card feel.
Some Project Ideas
A Deck That Means Something
There’s nothing like holding your own ideas in your hands.
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When your deck arrives, it’s not just a stack of cards—it’s a celebration of your creativity, your story, your sense of humor, or your connection to the people around you. Whether you’re giving it as a gift or keeping it for yourself, it’ll feel like more than just a fun project. It’s a memory you can shuffle, share, and revisit.