Traditional Christmas Postcard Design

Please create a warm, traditional Christmas greeting postcard that captures the classic red-and-green palette. The card will be mailed to clients and friends, so the tone should feel heartfelt and festive rather than sales-oriented.

Key points to guide the design
• Format: 5" x 7" (both portrait or landscape work) with 0.125" bleed on all sides.
• Front: Feature a tasteful holiday illustration or pattern—think evergreen, ornaments, subtle snow—paired with a short “Merry Christmas & Happy New Year” message in an elegant serif font.
• Back: Space on the right for an address block and postage, space on the left for a brief handwritten note. Light background preferred so personal messages remain legible.

Deliverables
1. Print-ready CMYK PDF with outlined fonts and embedded images.
2. High-resolution JPEG (300 dpi) for proofing and digital sharing.
3. Editable source file (AI or PSD) so tiny tweaks can be made in-house before sending to the printer.

Acceptance Criteria
• Colors match the red and green scheme without leaning into neon or overly dark shades.
• Overall style feels timeless—avoid modern minimalism or quirky cartoon elements.
• All text remains at least 0.125" inside trim line; no critical content in bleed or safety margins.
• Files open flawlessly in Adobe Illustrator or Photoshop, with layers neatly organized.

Once the final files pass these checks, the project is complete and ready for print.