Letterpress Business Cards

Letterpress business cards are printed using an antique letterpress process that presses text and artwork into thick cotton paper, creating a raised, tactile impression instead of a flat print. At Elegante Press every letterpress card is hand-set and pressed to order, then finished with options like painted edges or rounded corners.

Custom letterpress business cards is the best solution when you need impressive and memorable business cards. Sharp texts and vibrant colors printed with impression into the paper, your business cards will convert to piece of art and you’ll be sure to stand out from the rest. To become even more noticeable they can be finished with painted edges or rounded corners.

• Impressed objects in to the paper for maximum impact
• Printed on premium or pure cotton cardstock
• Exceptional tactile experience
• Sophisticated & elegant

Here you can calculate price and order custom single sided letterpress business cards printed on different weights of pure cotton papers. If you would like to have different options like colorful paper (we have more than 50 different shades) double sided printing or duplexing just drop us message and we will discuss how to produce your project.

The Ordering Process

Select the quantity and print features. Upload design files if you have such. Write comments about your project and shipping country. After your order is submitted we will check all the details and come back with digital proof and shipping price. Finalize the order by approving digital proof. Once we receive your approved proofs, we require full payment to begin production.

Turnaround Time

We promise to have your order printed within 12 business days from the day that the order is finalised and full payment received. If you need your print works urgently, we can rush the order for an additional fee: 20% extra for a 7 business days or 40% extra for a 4 business days rush.

Letterpress business cards are usually chosen by doctors, lawyers, business owners and executives, alongside boutique design studios, marketing agencies and graphic designers who want a card that feels as considered as their work. Because letterpress relies on texture and craftsmanship rather than bright colour, it suits brands that prefer quiet, tactile confidence over loud design.

What is letterpress printing?

Letterpress is a printing technique where text or artwork is pressed into thick paper, creating a raised, tactile texture instead of a flat printed surface. It works especially well on pure cotton cardstock.

How is letterpress different from embossed or debossed printing?

Letterpress presses objects and text into the paper to create the impression itself. Embossing raises the design above the surface and debossing presses it in, usually without ink, while letterpress combines the impression with printed colour. See our embossed and debossed business cards for comparison.

How long does it take to receive letterpress business cards?

Standard production is 12 business days from order confirmation and full payment. Rush options are available for an additional fee: 7 business days for +20%, or 4 business days for +40%.

Can I get color options with letterpress?

Yes, we offer more than 50 different paper shades, but please note that letterpress ink is translucent and it’s impossible to print light ink on dark stock. For such combination we would recommend to print foil business cards.