Have you ever imagined receiving postcards from different countries? Postcrossing is an online platform that brings together postcard enthusiasts through the simple act of sending and receiving postcards. With over 800,000 members from 200+ countries, Postcrossing is a vibrant community celebrating the art of postcard exchange.
Sign Up Create a free account at Postcrossing.com.
Send a Postcard Request an address and a unique Postcard ID from the system. You'll be given the name and address of another Postcrosser somewhere in the world.
Wait for a Postcard Once your postcard reaches its destination and is registered by the recipient, your address will be given to another member, and you'll receive a postcard from them!
Repeat the Joy The more postcards you send, the more you receive. Each card is a new surprise waiting in your mailbox.
In partnership with local stamp shows, the Capitol Beltway Club hosts Postcrossing meetups. A Postcrossing meetup is a special event where members of the Postcrossing community gather to share their love for postcards, exchange stories, and make new friends. Meetups are a fun way to connect with fellow Postcrossers in person.
Postcard Signing One of the highlights of a Postcrossing meetup is signing and swapping postcards. Instructions Click here
Meet New People Meetups are all about connecting with others who share your passion for postcards. It’s a chance to chat, share experiences, and learn from each other.
Shop for Unique Postcards and Stamps Since our meetups are associated with stamp shows, you will be able to shop around for stamps and postcards.
Where to print your postcards? Here are some suggestions from the members (not an endorsement from the organizers)
Any suggestions? - contact us for addition to this list
Vistaprint: VistaPrint Official Website: Online Printing Services about $25-$35 for 100 Postcards (front & back, Glossy only front, size 4x6", Standard paper) - often coupons
GotPrint: Online Printing Services | Business Cards, Postcards & More (gotprint.com) about $26-$35 for 100 postcards (front & back, Glossy only front, size 4x6", 14pt gloss paper)
Zazzle: Create Your Own Custom Postcards & Postcard Printing | Zazzle about $80-$140 for 100 postcards (front & back, 5.6" L x 4.25" H; Semi-Gloss, 12.5 pt thickness / 110 lb weight , Bright white, semi-gloss finish) - attention the dimensions are too large for normal sleeves and albums protectors (larger than 4")
Photocopies at any outlet - cut in quarters a letter page. use 100lb cardboard.
Canva: Home - Canva about $160 for100 postcard (Some coupon available); front & back, size of the postcard is small (5.5 x4.25 inches), Matte finish, premium paper.