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5 Fun Facts About Printing Let’s be honest. Computers and the internet are not going away anytime soon. But what does this mean for print? Do we really need paper in this day and age, when everything is online and our environment is in shambles? Is it really necessary to use printing services? The printing business, contrary to popular belief, is prospering. Printing has had a rebound in recent years after a recession in the mid-2000s, and it now generates more revenue than the automobile and video game sectors combined. To commemorate print’s resurgence (because who doesn’t root for the underdog? ), here are five facts about the printing business you probably didn’t know: 1. It was the Chinese, not Johannes Gutenberg, who created printing Gutenberg is credited with inventing the printing press, although he did not invent printing. Chinese monks were utilising wooden blocks soaked in ink and pressing them on parchment to generate text almost 500 years before Gutenberg’s breakthrough ma

  The Business Card Edition There’s not much a Business Card can’t accomplish, from remembering appointments to thanking customers to labelling items. That’s on top of having all of your critical data in one convenient spot. We’ve rounded up some of our favourite designs to show you just how versatile these pocket-sized prints can be. Powerful enough to keep your brand front of mind, yet small enough to comfortably fit in your wallet, we’ve rounded up some of our favourite designs to show you just how versatile these pocket-sized prints can be. Did you know that you can use our Business Cards to create product tags as well? This minimalist design by By Red Meg stands out far more than your usual price Sticker since it is simple yet effective. While conventional Product Labels are appropriate for solid products or packaging, a paper swing tag is ideal for clothes or soft furniture. Plus, our Business Cards and Gift Tags come in a wider range of paper stocks and sizes, allowing you to tr

  Offset Printing Technique In commercial printing, offset printing, also known as offset lithography or litho-offset, is a commonly used printing process in which an inked image on a printing plate is printed on a rubber cylinder before being transferred (i.e., offset) to paper or other medium. The rubber cylinder allows for a wide range of printing applications, including wood, fabric, metal, leather, and rough paper. Ira W. Rubel of Nutley, New Jersey, discovered the method by accident in 1904 and quickly built a press to use it. The subject to be printed in offset printing is neither elevated above the surface of the printing plate (as in letterpress) nor sunk below it (as in screen printing) (as in intaglio, or gravure, printing). Instead, it is flush with the plate’s surface, classifying offset as a planographic printing process. As a development of lithography (q.v. ), offset printing is founded on the idea that water and grease do not mix, allowing a greasy ink to be deposited

Envelope Printing: 5 Ways to Make an Impact Everything you need to know about Envelope Printing may be found right here! Envelopes. They may not be the first thing that comes to mind when designing a print, but don’t underestimate their impact. A professionally printed Envelope may be the icing on the cake for everything from bridal suites to business stationery. To acquire that last touch, add a beautiful design, your logo, or just a splash of colour. Let’s take a look at how you may take your envelope printing to the next level! 1. Complete your Wedding Stationery package There’s no denying that wedding stationery is lovely. However, the completed result does not have to be the beginning and end of the beauty. To create genuinely personal items that demand to be opened, use Printed Envelopes for RSVPs and Save the Dates to heighten the anticipation. Don’t stop there with the surprises! Add a personalised Envelope Liner for a classy look that emphasises how unique the Big Day will be.

  Are you putting together a greeting card collection? First, read this! Do you want to start a greeting card collection? Whether you’re a seasoned Card designer or just getting started, there are a few things you should know before getting started. Know your trends When it comes to Greeting Cards & Stationery, the landscape is always shifting. Paper trends change as rapidly as the clothing in our closet, drawing influence from all directions. It may be a minefield, and how do you know where to start as a stationery designer? We’ve figured out the riddle for you. Discover your source of motivation When it comes to finding inspiration, social media is an excellent resource. Take a look at what others are doing, mix and match what you like with some major trends, add your own personal flair, and voila! Have a strategy in place Get ready to be inspired. Perhaps you’re already creating for your day job, a university course, or on the side as ad hoc or freelance work? Take stock of what

  Fabrics for digital textile printing: which materials are appropriate for digital printing? In the textile printing business, digital textile printing is the most recent invention. A growing number of printers are switching to digital printing to take advantage of the competitive advantages it provides, such as faster production rates and the ability to print complicated designs and fine patterns. Before choosing if digital textile printing is something that your printing firm could be interested in, it’s important to understand the capabilities of digital printing in terms of the materials that can be digitally printed on. Explanation of digital textile printing technique Digital textile printing is an inkjet-based printing technique that allows printers to produce high-quality patterns on a wide variety of textiles. There are, however, some fabrics that are not suitable for this printing technique. I explain which textiles may and cannot be used in digital textile printing in this

  There are five major monochromatic trends to keep an eye Are you looking for new ways to use monochromatic into your designs? Take a look at our top five trends to get some ideas. Monochrome, which focuses on either black and white or various shades of one colour, is a beautiful and flexible choice for artwork that is nearly as ancient as design itself. There are numerous ways to employ monochromatic in your designs, from basic, business-friendly text to intriguing wedding stationery. It’s simple, stunning, and has endless potential. Let’s not forget about White Ink’s flexibility. Using White Ink in a Creative Way Let’s begin with the colour. White is typically a significant colour in monochromatic designs, and White Ink is a wonderful choice if you’re looking for a genuinely crisp strong shade. We now painstakingly build up layer upon layer of our specialized ink until the dazzling white of the design actually stands out from the material it’s printed on, which was previously only a

  Custom Business Cards uses in variety of ways Are you ready to learn how to use personalized Business Cards in a new way? They’re a useful tool that every professional should have on hand. But, although having all of your critical information in one place is great, are you aware of all the additional uses for these small rectangles? They’re ideal for many kinds of print because of their size and form, and we’ll teach you how to make the most of them. Cards of Membership and Loyalty If your company offers a membership club, having exclusive cards is a wonderful way to make your customers feel valued (and a great way to get people to sign up). On one side, print vital contact information, and on the other, add areas for stamps or a list of member perks. Our standard size Business Cards are ideal for sliding into a handbag or card wallet, and our thicker paper stocks, such as Kraft or Lux, will help them last longer while providing a premium feel. Are you unsure which paper would suit y