Why Choose And Hope Designs Instead of something like Moonpig?

A truly personal alternative to mass‑produced cards

If you’ve ever felt that online card services like Moonpig are convenient but lack heart, you’re not alone. The handwritten for you service by And Hope Designs was created for people who want something real: a genuinely handwritten card, crafted with care, character, and faith. 

My service was created for people who want something real: a genuinely handwritten card, crafted with care, character, and meaning. Every card I send is written by hand by me, Anna, with a fountain pen, on beautiful card stock, and tailored personally for the recipient - the outside of some of my cards can be personalised too.

This is not automated printing or bulk fulfilment. And Hope Designs is a small, faith‑led business based in Belfast, serving customers UK‑wide who value sincerity, beauty, and meaning. It’s a small UK‑based business offering a thoughtful, human alternative for anyone who believes a card should feel as special as the person receiving it.

Handwritten with a fountain pen – never printed

Unlike Moonpig cards, which are digitally printed to look handwritten, every message I write is genuinely handwritten using a traditional fountain pen. The result is natural variation, warmth, and personality that simply can’t be replicated by a font.

Handwritten cards feel more intimate and meaningful, Show time, effort, and care and stand out instantly from printed cards. This service is perfect if you are wanting to send a card to someone in the U.K. but you live elsewhere in the world, you struggle to write yourself or you have left things a bit too late to buy a card, wait for it to get to you and then send it again to the person (it also cuts down on postage costs, only paying for a stamp once!).

In a world of quick clicks and mass production, a handwritten message slows things down in the best possible way, while avoiding missing someone’s birthday.

Luxurious cards printed on thick, high‑quality cardstock

Your message deserves more than glossy, generic card stock. All And Hope Designs cards are printed on thick, high‑quality cardstock that feels luxurious and considered. 

Many designs also feature beautiful textured finishes, adding depth and elegance where it suits the occasion. I carefully select high‑quality textured cards that bring out the hand drawn designs, that feel substantial and elegant in the hand. These are cards people keep, display, and even treasure.

Whether you’re sending birthday wishes, sympathy, congratulations, or encouragement, the quality of the card itself adds to the emotional impact.

A thoughtful range of Christian cards

Finding meaningful Christian cards in the UK can be surprisingly difficult, especially ones that also have considered design and a modern feel. Faith sits at the heart of And Hope Designs. I offer a considered selection of Christian cards suitable for baptisms, dedications, ordinations, encouragement, bereavement Christmas, Easter, birthdays and other occasions. Baptisms and confirmations

I am more than happy to write yourself message that is personalised with Scripture, prayer, or faith‑based wording and I consider it a true privilege to be trusted with your words written to a friend.

Cards for all occasions, written just for them

From birthdays and anniversaries to sympathy cards and everyday encouragement, I offer handwritten cards for all occasions.

Your message, written with care, exactly as you’d write it yourself.

A warm, faith‑led personal touch from a small UK business

As a small, Belfast‑based business, And Hope Designs offers something Moonpig can’t: real human attention, prayerful care, and a genuine desire to serve well. Every order is handled by me, from designing the card and printing it, to writing the message and sending it on its way.

That means careful attention to detail, flexibility for special requests and a service built on trust, craftsmanship, and sincerity.

You’re not just placing an order, you’re asking someone to help you communicate something meaningful.

When your card needs to truly matter

My handwritten card service is ideal if you’re looking for:

• A more personal alternative to Moonpig

• Cards in the UK that can be sent with Royal Mail post quickly

• Handwritten Christian cards with genuine care

• A small business offering a personal touch

If you believe words matter, handwriting matters, and people matter, this service was made for you.

How it works

1. Choose your card
2. Add it to your cart
3. Go to your cart and scroll to “Order special instructions”
4. Write out your message as you would like it written
5.  Check out and ensure you enter the recipient’s name and address
6. That’s it, leave the rest to me! I’ll handwrite your message and post it same or next business day.
7. You’ll receive a confirmation email for your order, and dispatch email when your card has been sent.