Ever feel a bit lost when picking paper for your print projects? Terms like basis weight, points, and colour cast can sound confusing, right? No worries! Here’s a handy guide to help you navigate the basics. Basis Weight: This term refers to how much a ream (500...
When we’ve done something many times, it’s easy to think, “I’ve got this,” but familiarity can breed mistakes. Preparing your next print project is no different. While the details may change from job to job, much of the basic prep work does not. Using a checklist can...
When it comes to selling something, messaging is crucial. It’s not just about what you say but how you say it. Subtle adjustments can make a significant difference, whether it’s the headline of a direct mail piece or the subject line of an email blast....
White space, often called negative space, is the space between and around design elements. While it may seem counterintuitive to leave parts of a design blank, white space is crucial in making a design visually appealing and effective. Here are five ways that white...
One of the most powerful ways to grab attention with your printed pieces is to finish them with specialty techniques that add texture, shine, or dimension. Of course, some methods are more cost-effective than others. Here are five cost-effective finishing techniques...
The demand for recycled paper products continues to grow, but not all recycled paper is the same. For example, when you spec paper with 40% recycled content, it might be 30% post-consumer waste and 10% pre-consumer waste. What’s the difference? Does it even...
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