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With the increase of paper prices and the year end rush upon us, we thought weâd make your day-to-day easier by supplying you with the basic elements to incorporate into your calendars for printing. The targeted marketing opportunities for your clients are endless but with the current saving trend, youâll likely see a decrease in
It is shopping season and you are likely seeing a lot of foot-traffic in all shops. As a consumer, you have seen and heard the increased advertising on your television, radio, social media and magazines. There are more specials, reduced prices, and new product launches than you can act on at a given moment. As
Running a small business is simple, right? All you have to do is make a product/service that people want and sell it at a mutually beneficial price⌠Oh, and make sure you get all your business stationery printing done. No â we know itâs not that easy. Thatâs where we can help, both conveniently and
Graphic design is either a dying industry or an ever-evolving art form. As with most things in life, the power is in the eye of the beholder. The graphic designer holds the power to sway the opinion of either side of the argument. What type of graphic designer or marketing agency are you? The type
There is only one thing you have to remember here. Saving money in the long run on graphic design is all about saving time. By saving your designer time, you save yourself time. Why? Because when it comes to graphic design, the majority of the costs are directly related to the amount of time spent on
Designers are good at many things, and unless you stumble upon a designer who is prolific in the psychic arts, mind reading is not one of them. As much as designers enjoy creative freedom, most crave direction. This is partly because designers have to be creative on demand. They also have to find the subtle
Stickers are an effective and fun way to promote your brand, showcase your creativity, and engage with your audience. Whether youâre designing stickers for personal or business use, itâs important to follow certain graphic design principles to ensure that your artwork stands out, communicates your message effectively and most importantly is print-ready. In this post,
The 2022 deskpad calendar season is behind us but the dreaded 2023 season is still a raging bull that we need to tackle. To understand what went wrong with your calendars, specifically deskpads, weâll first just clarify the different options for you. The basic options for calendars include: 12 sheets deskpad with full-colour changes 6
Print Ready Artwork Checklist: What do I need to know about print-ready artwork? When creating print-ready PDF files, there are many things to consider. To name just a few: file format, font size and trimming area are all crucial elements that ensure a quality print. You may be asking, âWhy is printing so complicated? Why
Graphic design is a term that many people have trouble coming to terms with. What does it mean? Designers get asked questions such as âDesign⌠like fashion?â and âItâs basically just art, right?â on an almost weekly basis. This is probably due to the assumption that you donât really need a qualification to be a
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Black ink printing has been a staple of the printing industry for centuries. Black ink is the most commonly used colour for printing, and it is used in various applications such as newspapers, books, magazines, and even art prints. In this article, we will discuss black ink for printing, its characteristics, and its uses. 100%
Weâve all had to start somewhere, and the road isnât always easy. If you have a small business and are still in the process of scaling up, you have to make the most out of the advertising rands you have. After all, not everyone is Apple and has enough money in the bank to fund
Artificial intelligence (AI) can be used in many ways to enhance the design process for printing products, making them faster, more efficient, and more customisable. Because I have been designing for over 12 years, you could say that I am snobby (I like to call it specific). And I might be biased as I am
Sticker printing is a popular and cost-effective way to promote your business, product, or event. However, there are common mistakes that can be made that can result in a poor outcome. Here are 5 of the top mistakes to avoid when printing stickers. 1. Too Small Font Size 2. Dark colours for One-way vision sticker
Top Tip: Donât use the Canva templates! They are based on American standard sizes, not South African standard sizes. To create a print-ready Canva setup, you can follow the instructions below. Step 1: File setup Create a design button > Custom Size > Enter the ordered size of the product > Design your product. Step
As a child, drawing was a favourite pastime of mine, especially during dull moments like lunch with my mom and her friends or long phone calls. All I needed was paper and a pen or pencil to keep myself entertained. This love for art led me to pursue it as a career, with the rise
Creating print-ready brochures is super easy, here is a quick video that takes you through designing brochures step-by-step. Here are the things you need to look out for: Size: The size of your ordered product is the size of your end product, the artwork size should be exactly the same Image Quality: Images must be
The 10 commandments of printing include a combination of fundamental design elements and production requirements. These encompass some of the basic features required to successfully produce printed products. Thou shalt not stretch Stretching your artwork is just lazyâŚThere I said it! There are so many alternatives to overcome slight sizing issues. If you have the
Revolutionising the print industry is a highly rewarding adventure! Now you can order your business flyers while you are on your couch watching the latest re-run of 7de laan. But having the access to this power at the tip of your fingertips doesnât mean you have the knowledge of which material is best for your
If there is one thing your business requires, it is the time old fashion that is business cards. These little gems might be a vintage idea but they are two other more important things: Always accessible (Because it can fit in your wallet) and one of the first impressions of your business. Not to mention
Theyâre a bright gloss, or a sleek matt, collection of colourful pages that display beautiful images of your products and services to inspire action from your reader. Well, when done right. When done wrong theyâre just another piece of marketing to throw away. Please, donât let your marketing brochures get thrown away. A discarded brochure hurts
Plastic PVC cards have a major benefit that augments many of their uses. That is, they live a long life. Have a quick look in your purse or wallet and take stock of the plastic cards you have. The cards you see could be your bank card, your loyalty cards, access cards, and maybe youâre lucky
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