The easiest way to set up artwork is by using our free design templates.

Set up your document(s) to the right size:

• A5 148mm x 210mm (154mm x 216mm with bleed)
• A6 105mm x 148mm (111mm x 154mm with bleed)

Remember to set your artwork up in two separate files if you're having a different design on each side.

Designing Yourself 

When ordering from instantprint you can be confident your artwork is in safe hands. Regardless of how your produce your design every order is checked by our in-house studio team to ensure that the file is print-ready.

If you are unsure, our Personal Artworkers can check over your artwork for free before you place an order. 

We’ll design for you 
If you need support with designing, we can always create the design for you. We have recently launched our new Design Service and offer design across all our products. For more information click here.

Want to learn more?

If you’d like to learn more about the technical side of print ready artwork we have a series of guides for you to read covering subjects as bleed, colour and resolution.

Does it matter which side I choose for side 1 and side 2?

Our tent cards are interchangeable so it doesn’t matter which design you upload for each side – all you need to do is turn it around to show off one side or the other!

Why should I add lamination?

Lamination has two main purposes for tent cards: it gives them a particular look and feel, and helps prolong their life!

Once your cards have been printed, a lamination is applied over the top, so it acts an extra protective layer. This is especially useful for café, restaurant and bar use as, although the effect isn’t complete waterproofing, it does help protect them against splashes and means they can be wiped down with a slightly damp cloth if they get dirty.

What lamination should I choose?

If you choose to add lamination to your tent cards, you’ll be able to pick from three different kinds: matt, velvet and gloss.

Matt is a really popular choice, as it takes the shine away from the natural silkiness of the stock, making it easier to read the menu in artificially lit areas where there are lots of bright overhead lights.

Gloss ramps up the high-shine and brightens colours, making it an excellent choice for grabbing attention. Imagine a super glossy magazine cover!

Velvet is our luxury lamination, adding a soft-touch to tent cards with a soft, matt finish. A great choice for high-end bars and hotels where customers are likely to pick up your tent cards for a closer look.

What material are tent cards printed on?

We print our tent cards on 350gsm silk. This is a thick card with a slight bend to it when pushed down, meaning it’s easy to assemble but you can rely on it staying standing.

The thickness is similar to a birthday card, which is also something built to stand up on its own.

How do I assemble my tent cards?

We’ll send your tent cards flat with creases showing you where the folds should go. Follow these creases, expand the bottom out to create a base and voila! Your new free-standing promotional tools are ready to go! No gluing or sticking required.

How do I upload my artwork?

To upload your artwork simply add your order to your basket. Then you’ll get a pop up asking you to upload your tent card design. Upload each side separately. Alternatively, you can upload your artwork in your basket.

If you haven’t got your artwork yet, you can still place an order. Just send your artwork to us at artwork@instantprint.co.uk with your order number and a member of our team will be in touch with a proof for you to approve before we send it down to print.

When will I receive my tent cards?

Our tent cards take one working day to print and one working day for delivery, meaning they could be with you in as little as two working days. For example, if you ordered your tent cards on a Monday, they’d be dispatched for delivery on Tuesday and delivered on Wednesday.