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Planning Your Layout

Distinguish between information, usually best communicated through your prayer letters, and motivation - the job of a good prayer card. If your card is overcrowded, you may have crossed the line and it's time to edit.

Type
Common sense and good readability are the only guidelines for how much you can put on your prayer card. When sketching orders for Wallet size, be sure to allow for the overall reduction. The simplest way is to trace your photo onto a blank sheet of paper - draw the outside dimension of the print and outline people and background features.

Most people prefer to leave type choices up to us. If you like, you may refer to any of the samples shown in this brochure, or include a sample font clipping. (Font names vary so much that a printed sample is a must.) If you've seen a sample of a card you like, send it along (or a photocopy) for us to match the layout or other preferences.

We welcome your layout no matter how rough or detailed it may be; clearly readable pencil sketches or laser print are equally acceptable. We have hundreds of fonts available, but please don't ask us to mix-and-match clashing fonts!

Because of the nature or our process, we cannot use your typeset artwork or discount for it, though it will help us match what you want. All special accents on a standard Roman character set are available - mark what you want clearly. Call to discuss foreign language needs.

Sizes
Several sizes are available: Wallet - 2.5"x3.5", Regular - 3.5"x5", and Jumbo - 4"x6". All sizes fit in a regular #10 business envelope (4-1/8"x9-1/2").

Mission Logos
After 16 years making prayer cards, we probably have your logo, but the list is constantly growing, so send a sample if in doubt. Your official mission logo is always free. NOTE: Address is NOT included as part of any logo; if you indicate "Logo Here" we use the emblem only, sized at our discretion. Addresses must be written out fully as they are to appear. Click here for our complete list of mission logos.

Maps
We have computer maps of every part of the globe! For precise location of obscure points, include a clear sketch. We try to keep current with political boundary changes, but it's a good idea to show us what you have in mind if in doubt.

TIP: Some country maps don't add much to a prayer card. If it's a common location, the name may be just as meaningful as a map. Consider doing the geography lesson in your prayer letter - it might help un-clutter your prayer card.

Proofs
An email proof is included in with all orders. It's part of the $30 setup/proof fee.

Original Photos and Negatives
We will return any photos and negatives you send us. If you find you need more cards, we will have your design archived for easy re-printing. Just visit our online re-order form.

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