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Ways to Maximize Business Cards

Business cards are an excellent tool to have at your disposal. Having all your important information in one easy to share format is fantastic. However their shape and size make them perfect for a wide variety of uses that go beyond just a contact card and we are going to show just a few of the many ways the shape can be utilized to grow your brand.

Membership and Loyalty Cards

If your business has a membership program then having exclusive cards is an excellent way to make your clients feel special and help you stand out from the competition. With a slight tweak to the graphics and these same cards can be used as loyalty cards encouraging repeat business by allowing employees to stamp or punch the cards as needed. Standard sized cards are the perfect shape to easily slip into a wallet or purse and Cascade Print Media offers a range of heavier paper stocks to help them last longer along with different finishes and stock choices depending on their use.

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Product Inserts

If your product has special instructions or care needs, using a custom card to create an insert is an excellent way to go. QR codes are easy to add, taking your customers directly to the respective product page. Whether tucked inside an online order, added to a bag during checkout or simply handed out as needed, these cards are a perfect way to keep your clients informed about their new purchases.

More Choices Still

Other great uses for cards include appointment reminders for businesses such as dentists or salons. The shape and size also lend themselves well for use as custom jewelry display cards or pin backers.

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You can of course mix and match any of the above options. Maybe a thank you card on the front side with back side containing care instructions and a QR code linking to a webpage. With custom art the possibilities are endless. Contact Cascade Print Media today and let us show you some of the many options to help fit your vision and business needs.

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(253) 472-5500

3321 South Lawrence St.
Tacoma, WA 98409

info@cascadeprintmedia.com

Go Big or Go Home: Oversized Signage

Marketing

If you're trying to get noticed in a sea of booths, buildings, or brand noise, subtle signage isn’t going to cut it. That’s where oversized banners and pop-up displays shine—literally and figuratively.

At Cascade, we help clients create show-stopping signage that doesn’t just fill a space—it owns it.

Why size matters (and how to make it work for you):

More space = more impact.
Oversized banners are ideal for tradeshows, sporting events, storefront promotions, and open houses. Whether they’re hanging above the crowd or stretching across a fence line, they demand attention in ways smaller signs simply can't.

Materials that match your mission.
Not all banners are created equal. Mesh works great for outdoor installs where wind is a factor. Vinyl is durable and budget-friendly. Fabric adds an elevated, high-end look for indoor displays. (Don’t worry—we’ll walk you through what works best.)

Easy to install, even easier to reuse.
Pop-up banners and step-and-repeats are a hit for events because they’re portable, lightweight, and reusable. Just roll them up and go.

Design for distance.
If you can’t read it from across the parking lot, it’s not doing its job. We recommend high contrast, minimal text, and large logos. Our design team can handle the heavy lifting there, too.

Oversized signage doesn’t have to mean oversized stress. We’ll help you pick the right product, prep the artwork, and even handle the install if you need it. All you have to do? Show up and steal the spotlight.