At PrintingCenterUSA, we are experts at helping businesses create print pieces that carry meaning, tradition, and heart. This year, The Lorenz Corporation brought us a project that beautifully blended holiday cheer with a heartfelt tribute, reminding us of the power print has to connect people and celebrate legacies

Their 2025 Christmas card was designed not only to send warm greetings but also to honor a beloved figure from their company’s history. The result is a thoughtful combination of remembrance and celebration, crafted with care and printed with clarity and elegance.

About Lorenz Corporation

Founded over a century ago, The Lorenz Corporation is known for its long-standing contributions to music publishing and education. Creativity, craftsmanship, and community are woven into everything they do.

When a prominent and influential member of their company’s history passed away earlier this year, they wanted their annual holiday card sent to partners, customers, and community members to reflect both appreciation and remembrance around this special time.

To bring this unique vision to life, they turned to graphic designer Danielle Reinicke, whose thoughtful approach helped shape the heart of the project!

The Inspiration

The inspiration for this year’s Christmas card came from a holiday project that the late honoree had once worked on during their time with Lorenz before passing.

The team wanted the card to feel familiar and warm, nodding subtly to that original piece without replicating it outright. Danielle explored ways to blend past and present infusing the design with traditional holiday tones, gentle details, and a sense of timeless elegance.

“We wanted the card to honor their legacy while still spreading warmth and joy to our community.”

What began as a memorial tribute soon became a meaningful creative process. Sometimes in a business the best gift you can give is the gift of community and support. This project did exactly that; it brought comfort, inspiration, and togetherness across their team for the holidays.

The Challenge

Lorenz needed a printing partner capable of capturing the warmth and generosity of a tribute piece while delivering a professional design fit for holiday mailing. They wanted colors and details inspired by archival artwork, a balance between high gloss presentation and a soft interior message space, and reliable quality across their full order of annual holiday cards.

“Our biggest challenge was balancing remembrance with a message that still felt celebratory and welcoming.”

Because this card would be shared widely across their community, consistency and craftsmanship were essential. They wanted every recipient to feel the story and intention behind the design the moment they opened the envelope.

The Printing Solution

To bring the tribute card to life, Lorenz partnered with PrintingCenterUSA, selecting materials and finishes that matched the emotional tone and visual style of the project.

2025 Christmas Card Print Specs

• Job Name: 2025 Christmas Card
• Size: 10 x 7 inches (5 x 7 folded)
• Quantity: 230
• Versions: 1
• Folding: Half Fold
• Envelopes: 70# Plain (Unprinted)
• Ink: Full Color, Outside & Inside (4/4)
• Paper Stock: 12 pt. Cardstock – Gloss Front, Uncoated Back
• Finish: High Gloss UV Front

The high-gloss front gives the artwork depth and vibrancy, while the uncoated interior provides a soft, writable space perfect for personalized messages. Full-color printing brought Danielle’s details to life from nostalgic design motifs to the warm holiday palette.

The result is a polished, professional card that feels both celebratory and reflective exactly what the Lorenz team hoped to achieve.

The Impact

The 2025 Christmas card became more than a seasonal greeting, it became a way for Lorenz to honor a significant contributor to their company’s history, share a meaningful story with their community, strengthen tradition through thoughtful design, and create a keepsake that reflects their values and legacy.

“We’re looking forward to sharing it with our community and honoring their legacy in a meaningful way”

Recipients will not only enjoy a beautifully printed holiday card but also feel the care and personal history woven into it. The piece represents the heart of Lorenz: creativity, connection, and the celebration of people who’ve shaped their story.

If you’re thinking about printing your own greeting cards, the process is simpler than it seems and incredibly powerful for anyone trying to explain their services clearly and confidently.

How to Create your own Greeting Cards

Creating a custom greeting card is a rewarding process whether you are honoring a person, celebrating a milestone, or sending heartfelt holiday wishes. With the right images, materials, and design choices, you can craft a card that feels personal and meaningful. Below is a step-by-step guide to help you bring your vision to life using PrintingCenterUSA’s easy tools and high-quality printing options.

1. Gather the photos or artwork you want to use – Decide what you want to feature on your greeting card, be it custom artwork, personal photos, or a written message
2. Decide the style you want to use – At PrintingCenterUSA, we offer three sizes of greeting cards: 5 x 7, 5.5 x 8.5, and 4.25 x 5.5. Our most popular size is 5×7. These can be printed either landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical). You should also consider if you want your cards to be folded or not
3. Choose your paper type – Gloss paper delivers a sharp, polished appearance that makes art and photography pop out. It’s important to keep the back or insides a matte paper type if you intend on writing on it.
4. Start your design – PrintingCenterUSA offers a free online design tool as well as free downloadable templates – both of which are easy to use. Or you can quickly submit your print-ready PDF files. After that, review and approve your proof.
5. Place your order – Once you approve your proof, your greeting card will be delivered in as fast as 3 to 4 days

If you are new to designing, start with the Free Online Design Tool. It guides you through layout, spacing, and photo placement so your calendar looks clean and professional without needing design experience. If you prefer more creative control, download the free Adobe templates for precise customization and advanced editing. Both tools make the process simple, fast, and stress free, no matter your skill level.

Ready to bring your own memories, art, or photography adventures to life? Start your custom greeting cards today at PrintingCenterUSA.

Looking Ahead

Lorenz continues to embrace print as a way to share tradition, memory, and artistry. Their 2025 tribute card stands as a reminder that printed pieces when crafted with intention can carry deep emotional resonance.

We’re grateful to partner with Lorenz Corporation and support their meaningful work.
To explore their mission and publications, visit them at lorenz.com or follow them on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok!

Bring your vision to life! PrintingCenterUSA can help you transform concept into print, with fast turnaround, vibrant color, and professional finishes that make every piece unforgettable.

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