--- title: CARDSource News and Updates - Blog | Gift Card Articles description: Gift Card Articles | Learn the latest in card news - what is changing in the industry, exciting events at CARDSource and ideas for your card programs. image: https://www.cardsource.com/hubfs/Cardsource%20January2018/Images/Main-Page-Slider-Storefront.jpg --- - ** [651.686.0660](tel:16516860660) - ** [651.686.0660](tel:16516860660) - [About](https://www.cardsource.com/about/) - [Contact](https://www.cardsource.com/cardsource-contact-us-for-custom-printed-cards/) - [Resellers](https://www.cardsource.com/resellers/) - ** Search this site on Google Go [![CARDSource Designed Success](https://www.cardsource.com/hubfs/Cardsource%20January2018/Images/CARDSource_logo_DesignedSuccess.png)](https://www.cardsource.com/) Search this site on Google Go [![](https://www.cardsource.com/hubfs/Floral%20Gift%20Cards.png)](https://www.cardsource.com/news/why-mothers-day-is-a-gift-card-sales-winner-and-how-to-maximize-it) ## [Mother’s Day is a winner for Gift Card Sales—Tips on how to Maximize your brands Impact](https://www.cardsource.com/news/why-mothers-day-is-a-gift-card-sales-winner-and-how-to-maximize-it) [Gift Card Articles](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/gift-card-articles)[Gift Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/gift-cards)[Business Tips](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/business-tips)[Cardsource articles](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/cardsource-articles)[Closed-Loop Gift Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/closed-loop-gift-cards)[Gift Card Program](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/gift-card-program) April 5, 2025 Mother’s Day isn’t just another sentimental holiday—it’s a sales powerhouse. 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[Read more...](https://www.cardsource.com/news/avoid-gift-card-scams) [![facts about gift card spending](https://www.cardsource.com/hubfs/facts%20about%20gift%20card%20spending.png)](https://www.cardsource.com/news/facts-gift-card-spending) ## [Facts About Gift Card Spending](https://www.cardsource.com/news/facts-gift-card-spending) [gift card](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/gift-card)[Gift Card Articles](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/gift-card-articles)[Gift Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/gift-cards)[business](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/business)[cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/cards) October 2, 2017 People genuinely enjoy gift cards. They are happy to receive them, and they enjoy gifting them. Gift... [Read more...](https://www.cardsource.com/news/facts-gift-card-spending) [![cards](https://www.cardsource.com/hubfs/Cardsource%20January2018/Images/cards.png)](https://www.cardsource.com/news/how-are-gift-cards-made) ## [How Are Gift Cards Made?](https://www.cardsource.com/news/how-are-gift-cards-made) [All about Plastic Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/all-about-plastic-cards)[Gift Card Articles](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/gift-card-articles)[manufacturing](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/manufacturing)[Plastic Related Articles](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/plastic-related-articles) August 3, 2016 Production of gift cards is, first and foremost, a printing process. The customer's logo and design ... [Read more...](https://www.cardsource.com/news/how-are-gift-cards-made) [![shutterstock_376090663-3](https://www.cardsource.com/hubfs/Cardsource%20January2018/Images/shutterstock_376090663-3.jpg)](https://www.cardsource.com/news/benefits-of-offering-gift-cards-for-a-small-business) ## [What Are the Benefits of Offering Gift Cards for a Small Business?](https://www.cardsource.com/news/benefits-of-offering-gift-cards-for-a-small-business) [All about Plastic Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/all-about-plastic-cards)[gift card](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/gift-card)[Gift Card Articles](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/gift-card-articles)[Plastic Related Articles](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/plastic-related-articles)[sales](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/sales)[brand](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/brand)[business](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/business)[plastic card benefits](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/plastic-card-benefits) July 3, 2016 Customized gift cards for small business are a great way to increase sales and loyalty. Long ago, la... [Read more...](https://www.cardsource.com/news/benefits-of-offering-gift-cards-for-a-small-business) [![](https://www.cardsource.com/hubfs/Holding-Gift-Card-1.jpg)](https://www.cardsource.com/news/how-do-gift-cards-work) ## [How Do Gift Cards Work?](https://www.cardsource.com/news/how-do-gift-cards-work) [All about Plastic Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/all-about-plastic-cards)[Gift Card Articles](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/gift-card-articles)[Plastic Related Articles](https://www.cardsource.com/news/tag/plastic-related-articles) July 3, 2016 Gift cards are a simple and effective way for businesses to drive revenue, attract new customers, an... [Read more...](https://www.cardsource.com/news/how-do-gift-cards-work) - [Gift Card Articles](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/gift-card-articles) - [Gift Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/gift-cards) - [Business Tips](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/business-tips) - [Cardsource articles](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/cardsource-articles) - [Closed-Loop Gift Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/closed-loop-gift-cards) - [Gift Card Program](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/gift-card-program) ## [Mother’s Day is a winner for Gift Card Sales—Tips on how to Maximize your brands Impact](https://www.cardsource.com/news/why-mothers-day-is-a-gift-card-sales-winner-and-how-to-maximize-it) Mother’s Day isn’t just another sentimental holiday—it’s a **sales powerhouse**. With **86% of consumers** planning to celebrate, this holiday is one of the biggest retail opportunities of the year. **Tiffany Milbrandt** | April 5, 2025 - [All about Plastic Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/all-about-plastic-cards) - [gift card](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/gift-card) - [Gift Card Articles](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/gift-card-articles) - [Gift Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/gift-cards) - [POS system](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/pos-system) - [pvc](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/pvc) - [cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/cards) - [Gift Card Program](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/gift-card-program) - [gift card sleeves](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/gift-card-sleeves) - [gift cards for salons and spas](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/gift-cards-for-salons-and-spas) - [giftcard](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/giftcard) - [Magnetic Stripe](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/magnetic-stripe) - [plastic card](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/plastic-card) - [plastic gift card](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/plastic-gift-card) ## [Typical Confusion Around Ordering Gift Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/typical-confusion-around-ordering-gift-cards) If you’re interested in getting gift cards for your business but don’t know where to start, you’re not alone. There can be some confusion surrounding ordering gift cards that can put people off. We’ll clarify a few things to get you moving in the right direction. Plus, always remember: if you ever have a question, just ask! **Ryan Murphy** | March 4, 2018 - [Gift Card Articles](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/gift-card-articles) - [Gift Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/gift-cards) - [cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/cards) ## [How to Avoid Gift Card Scams](https://www.cardsource.com/news/avoid-gift-card-scams) Criminals are constantly creating new ways to scam people out of money. While it is infrequent, gift card scams exist. Gift card fraud is usually less detrimental than credit card fraud or identity theft because it is limited to set amounts of money on the cards. As with many scams, there are things to watch for, so you can avoid becoming the next target of a gift card scam. **Ryan Murphy** | November 5, 2017 - [gift card](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/gift-card) - [Gift Card Articles](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/gift-card-articles) - [Gift Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/gift-cards) - [business](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/business) - [cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/cards) ## [Facts About Gift Card Spending](https://www.cardsource.com/news/facts-gift-card-spending) People genuinely enjoy gift cards. They are happy to receive them, and they enjoy gifting them. Gift cards allow people the freedom to purchase the exact items they want or need, making them the easiest gift to give. **Tom Murphy** | October 2, 2017 - [All about Plastic Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/all-about-plastic-cards) - [Gift Card Articles](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/gift-card-articles) - [manufacturing](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/manufacturing) - [Plastic Related Articles](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/plastic-related-articles) ## [How Are Gift Cards Made?](https://www.cardsource.com/news/how-are-gift-cards-made) ## Production of [gift cards](https://www.cardsource.com/plastic-gift-card-printing) is, first and foremost, a printing process. The customer's logo and design is reproduced on a plastic card and a unique number is added to each individual card. The vast majority of these are constructed using PVC (polyvinyl chloride) plastic. **Kayla Latterell** | August 3, 2016 - [All about Plastic Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/all-about-plastic-cards) - [gift card](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/gift-card) - [Gift Card Articles](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/gift-card-articles) - [Plastic Related Articles](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/plastic-related-articles) - [sales](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/sales) - [brand](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/brand) - [business](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/business) - [plastic card benefits](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/plastic-card-benefits) ## [What Are the Benefits of Offering Gift Cards for a Small Business?](https://www.cardsource.com/news/benefits-of-offering-gift-cards-for-a-small-business) ## Customized[ gift cards](https://www.cardsource.com/gift-cards-business/) for small business are a great way to increase sales and loyalty. Long ago, large retailers recognized the [many benefits of selling gift cards](https://www.cardsource.com/starting-a-gift-card-program-for-your-business) at their locations.**** **Ryan Murphy** | July 3, 2016 - [All about Plastic Cards](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/all-about-plastic-cards) - [Gift Card Articles](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/gift-card-articles) - [Plastic Related Articles](https://www.cardsource.com/news/topic/plastic-related-articles) ## [How Do Gift Cards Work?](https://www.cardsource.com/news/how-do-gift-cards-work) Gift cards are a simple and effective way for businesses to drive revenue, attract new customers, and encourage repeat visits. But many business owners still ask the same question: How do gift cards work? In simple terms, a gift card works by linking a unique card number to a balance stored in a gift card system or point-of-sale system. While the card itself may include a barcode, magnetic stripe, or printed number, the actual dollar value is typically tracked in a database rather than stored on the physical card. **Kayla Latterell** | July 3, 2016 [All posts](https://www.cardsource.com/news/all) ![Subscribe](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hub/2558854/hubfs/DreamPack/letter%20Icon.png?t=1496817989590&width=86&name=letter%20Icon.png "Subscribe") ## Subscribe Subscribe now and receive a box filled with hand-picked awesome items ![book cover](https://www.cardsource.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Ebooks%20or%20Guides/book%20cover.png?width=2550&name=book%20cover.png "book cover")   ### Plastic Card Solutions: A Guide to Quality Understand the differences in quality for plastic cards and printing companies. We touch on quality, price, risk assessment and trustworthiness! Get your free copy! 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