4.25" x 5.5" Greeting Card Printing (A2 Size)
Our 4.25x5.5 greeting card printing service produces professionally scored A2 cards that are ready to fold, write in, and mail. This compact size is one of the most popular retail greeting card formats, offering a polished presentation while remaining cost-effective to print and ship.
The A2 format strikes a balance that few other card sizes match — large enough to showcase detailed artwork and provide meaningful interior writing space, small enough to keep production and mailing costs efficient. Artists, small businesses, wedding planners, and stationery designers nationwide rely on the A2 size as their go-to greeting card format. All cards are printed in the United States on sustainably sourced cover stock.
Finished size: 4.25" x 5.5" after folding.
Flat size: 8.5" x 5.5" (8.75" x 5.75" with bleed).
How 4.25x5.5 Greeting Cards Differ From Flat Cards
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Scored fold: Designed to open with space for a written message inside.
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Retail-ready format: A classic A2 greeting card size used by artists and brands.
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Mail-friendly: Sized perfectly for standard A2 envelopes.
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Premium feel: Printed on sturdy cover stock for durability.
If you need a single-panel format without a fold, view our 4.25x5.5 flat card printing instead.
Features of 4.25" x 5.5" Greeting Card Printing
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Full color, full bleed: Edge-to-edge CMYK printing on both sides of the card.
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Professionally scored: Clean, consistent folds engineered for premium presentation.
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Premium cardstock options: Multiple cover stock choices for retail, mailing, or gifting.
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Sustainably sourced materials: Acid-free, responsibly produced paper.
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Pre-production artwork review: A real human inspects every file before printing.
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Free blind shipping: Plain packaging with no Printkeg branding for easy resale.
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Fast turnaround: Most orders ship within 1–2 business days, with rush production available.
Matching Envelopes for 4.25x5.5 Greeting Cards
Pair your A2 greeting cards with our Matching Envelopes, sized automatically to fit your card order. Choose from three classic colors:
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White — Clean, classic, and versatile. Pairs with any card design.
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Natural — Soft off-white with a warm, refined tone. Popular for weddings and elegant correspondence.
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Kraft — Earthy brown craft paper finish. A favorite for rustic, vintage, and modern designs.
Envelopes are sold separately as an add-on so you can choose the color that fits your design. Add Matching Envelopes to your cart along with your card order — we'll size them to match automatically. Volume pricing is available, with the cost per envelope decreasing as quantity increases.
Popular Uses for 4.25" x 5.5" Greeting Cards
The 4.25x5.5 (A2) greeting card is ideal when you want a compact card that still provides space for artwork on the outside and a message on the inside.
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Retail Greeting Cards: A favorite size for artists selling at markets, conventions, and online shops.
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Party & Event Invitations: Birthdays, showers, holiday gatherings, and special events.
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Thank-You Cards: Personal or business appreciation notes with space to write inside.
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Announcements: Save-the-dates, engagements, graduations, and milestone events.
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Art Reproductions: Turn original artwork or photography into a compact, mail-ready product.
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Branded Client Notes: Professional follow-ups and packaging inserts.
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Holiday & Seasonal Cards: A classic format for Christmas, Hanukkah, Valentine's Day, and other seasonal greetings.
Quick tip: Choose 4.25x5.5 greeting card printing when you want a scored fold and inside writing space. Choose flat cards when you need a single-panel design for quick handouts or display pieces.
Choosing the Right Greeting Card Size
Our greeting cards come in multiple folded sizes to fit different uses and design styles:
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3.5x5 Mini Greeting Cards — Our most compact folded card size. Best for short messages, retail card sets, and budget-conscious mailings.
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4.25x5.5 (A2) Greeting Cards — The classic mid-size folded card. Ideal for thank-you notes, everyday greetings, and retail card lines.
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5x7 Greeting Cards — Our largest folded greeting card size. Perfect for showcasing detailed artwork, holiday cards, and premium event invitations.
Quick tip: Choose 4.25x5.5 (A2) when you want a card that's substantial enough to feel premium without the higher cost or larger envelope needs of 5x7 cards. It's the sweet spot for most retail and personal card use.
4.25x5.5 (A2) Greeting Card FAQ
What is an A2 greeting card?
A2 is a standard greeting card size measuring 4.25" x 5.5" when folded. It's one of the most common card sizes in the stationery industry and pairs with widely available A2 envelopes, making it both familiar to recipients and easy to mail.
What size envelope does a 4.25x5.5 card need?
A2 greeting cards fit standard A2 envelopes (4.375" x 5.75"). When you add our Matching Envelopes to your cart, we automatically pair the right envelope size with your card order — you only choose the color.
Can I print on the inside of the card?
Yes — full-color printing is available on the inside, the outside, or both. Many customers print a design on the front and outside back, then leave the inside blank for handwritten messages. Others print a fully designed card with interior artwork or text. Either approach works.
Are 4.25x5.5 greeting cards good for selling at markets and conventions?
Yes — A2 is one of the most popular sizes for retail greeting cards. The format is familiar to customers, displays well in standard card racks, and the A2 envelope is inexpensive and easy for buyers to mail.
