How to make trading cards from photos
- Add one photo per card and type each person’s name, position or role and number.
- Set the team or group name, the season and the card colour; they are shared by every card.
- Add a back with the team name or a team photo.
- Print 9 cards per sheet double-sided on card stock and cut along the crop marks.
Card size
Trading cards are 2.5 × 3.5 in (63.5 × 88.9 mm), the standard size for sports and collectable cards, so they fit penny sleeves, top-loaders and 9-pocket binder pages. A team of 15 fits on 2 sheets of fronts.
Ideas
- Youth sports: end-of-season cards for every player, the coaches and the team mascot.
- School: “meet the class” cards with a fun fact as the role, or student-of-the-month cards.
- Work: new-starter or team cards for the office notice board.
- Parties: a birthday child as the star player, with cards as favours for every guest.
Printing tips
- Use 250–300 g/m² card stock, and print the backs on the reverse, flipping on the long edge.
- Bright, close-up photos with the face in the upper half work best; the name banner covers the bottom of the picture area.
- Pick a card colour that matches the team kit; the text on the banner stays white.
Frequently asked questions
What size are trading cards?
2.5 × 3.5 in (63.5 × 88.9 mm), the standard size for sports and collectable trading cards, so they fit sleeves, top-loaders and binder pages.
Can I make cards for a whole team?
Yes: add up to 60 photos and type each player’s name, position and number; the team name, season and colour are shared by every card.
What can I use them for?
End-of-season gifts for youth teams, class “meet the students” cards, staff cards for a new office, birthday party favours or family reunion cards.
How do I print them?
Print the PDF on card stock (250–300 g/m²) double-sided with backs, flipping on the long edge, and cut along the crop marks.
Are my photos uploaded?
No. The cards are made in your browser, so your photos never leave your device.
Last updated 2026-10-24.