This will create a blank white sheet that is the size of a business card, and you can use OpenOffice's drawing tools (like color or special characters) to design a card that is more visually ...

FedEx Quick Business Cards are your best bet if you need ... space that extends beyond the safety line and your design to prevent any white space and to account for trimming inconsistencies).

Unfortunately, many businesses cut corners when it comes to their business cards. They either design them themselves using cheap templates or outsource the design to a low-cost provider.