How to Print Our Party Games Without Losing Your Mind (or Your Budget)
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We love a professional vibe. The kind of print that makes your bachelorette games look like they were made by a design agency, not slapped together on a Tuesday night between group chat meltdowns.
But here’s the thing: you shouldn’t have to pay $40 to get ten cards printed on paper that doesn’t feel like a receipt.
Whether you’re planning a bridal shower, birthday brunch, or full-blown chaos bachelorette weekend, this is your cheat sheet to getting matte, crisp, photo-worthy 5x7s — without the stress spiral.
We’ve tested it all: at-home hacks, office supply counters, and sneaky coupon-stacked orders from Walgreens. Here's what actually works.
Option 1: Print at Home (Surprisingly Good If You Do It Right)
What you need:
A decent color printer, inkjet is fine!
HP ENVY Pro 6455 Wireless All-in-One Printer (affiliate link)
She survived remote learning, a failed Cricut phase, and six chaotic bachelorette itineraries. The HP Smart App makes it stupid easy to resize your prints. (Amazon affiliate link – we may earn a small commission)
5x7 cardstock or heavy matte photo paper (we recommend 80–110 lb)
Sustainable Greetings 200 Pack White 300 GSM / 110 lb Thick Cardstock Paper (affiliate link)
Value, thickness, and durability? She’s giving. Of course she’s coming on the trip.
A paper cutter
Fiskars SureCut Portable Paper Cutter (affiliate link)
Mama, a lifesaver behind you. This thing separates the chaos from the content.
Those neat, satisfying slices? Could’ve sworn a pro did them.
Optional: Corner Rounder for ✨ vibes ✨
Fiskars Lever Punch, Corner, Round, Medium (affiliate link)
Those other places want 7¢ a corner? Be serious.
Pro Tips:
Set your printer to “Best” or “Photo” quality
Use “Scale to Fit” or 100% if your template is already sized to 5x7
Print one test sheet first to check alignment and saturation
For multiple prints per page: Use Canva or Google Docs to arrange two 5x7s on one 8.5x11 sheet before printing.
Pros: Fast, flexible, cheap per print
Cons: Ink can be pricey, colors might not be as bold as pro printers
Option 2: Order Through That Big Local Chain You’re Thinking Of
How to do it:
Go to Staples.com > Services > Document Printing
Upload your game file (PDF works best)
Choose 5x7 size, matte cardstock, single-sided
Select “Same Day Pickup” if you’re in a time crunch
| Store | Link to Start | Paper Type | Speed | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Staples | Print here | Standard 14pt Matte Thick feel • Smooth and sturdy |
Same-day | Usually offers 50% off your first order... use a random email, no one needs to know. |
| Office Depot | Print here | 11" x 8.5" Custom Flyer – Cardstock | Same-day | Use 2-up layout for 5x7, get that paper cutter out! |
| Walgreens | Print here | Premium Cardstock, 120 lb | Same-day | You know we’ve binged extreme couponer on TLC, so we have to check HERE! |
| CVS | Print here | Matte photo paper | Same-day | Be sure to check out their deals HERE before you check out! |
| Walmart | Print here | Print finish Matte | Same-day, 1-hour in many locations |
Pro Tips:
8.5x11 prints are usually cheaper than custom sizes — and if you're ordering two 5x7s per page, that’s a win.
Just make sure you're choosing cardstock, not plain copy paper.
This is where a good paper cutter (like our girl Fiskars #ad) changes everything. Clean cuts = pro-level party prep.
Average Cost: ~$0.60–$1.10 per game, depending on location and paper
Pros: Looks super crisp, no ink worries
Cons: Not all stores accept 5x7 — always check the preview!
Option 3: Ship Prints to Your Door (If You’ve Got a Week)
Sites to try:
Canva Print — Great quality, pairs well with our templates
VistaPrint — Consistent, budget-friendly in bulk
Moo.com — Luxe vibes, higher price
Shutterfly — Fast, but may crop unless files are exact. Some Shutterfly items are now available for fast pickup at your local Walgreens.
Watch for:
Cropping! Make sure your file is truly 5x7
Shipping costs — sometimes pickup is cheaper
Coupon codes — seriously, never pay full price
Ready to Play?
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