How to Display Postcards as Art: Envelope Heart and Start Small
By Heartell Press | Published: 2026-10-23
Category: How-to Guides
Turn your Envelope Heart and Start Small postcards into wall art with these simple, damage-free display steps. Learn how to frame, hang, and rotate your postcards without harming the paper.
Quick answer
Frame your Envelope Heart or Start Small postcard in a standard 4x6 frame or use a clip hanger to avoid damage to the recycled paper.
Why a frame or clip works best for recycled paper postcards
Both the Envelope Heart and Start Small postcards are printed on 100% post-consumer recycled paper, which can be more delicate than standard cardstock. Using a frame or clip keeps the paper flat and protected from dust, sunlight, and handling.
Avoid adhesive tape or glue directly on the back of the postcard — it can pull fibers or leave residue. Instead, use archival mounting corners or a simple paper clip to secure the postcard inside the frame.
How to display your postcard as wall art
- Choose a frame or clip hanger: Pick a standard 4x6 picture frame with a clear front (glass or acrylic) or a simple clip hanger that holds the postcard by its top edge. Avoid frames with tight mats that might bend the recycled paper. A clip hanger lets you change postcards easily without opening a frame.
- Insert the postcard without adhesive: If using a frame, open the back and place the postcard face-up. Use two archival photo corners or a small piece of acid-free paper tape on the back edges to keep it in place. Never glue or tape directly onto the postcard surface. Archival corners are reusable and won't damage the paper if you want to swap postcards later.
- Hang at eye level and avoid direct sunlight: Mount the frame or clip on a wall where it won't get direct sunlight for more than a few hours a day. Recycled paper can fade faster than standard paper under UV light. Rotate your Envelope Heart and Start Small postcards every few months to prevent uneven fading.
Product facts
- Envelope Heart Postcard: Single postcard featuring an original digital woodblock print on 100% post-consumer recycled paper, measures 4" x 6". Standard 4x6 frames fit perfectly without trimming, and the recycled paper needs gentle handling to avoid creasing.
Envelope Heart Postcard - Start Small Postcard: Single postcard featuring an original digital woodblock print on 100% post-consumer recycled paper, measures 4" x 6". Same size as the Envelope Heart postcard, so you can swap them in the same frame for a rotating display.
Start Small Postcard
