By Hallie Forcinio, contributing writer, PostPress Digital inkjet embellishment reproduces effects that are either not possible or prohibitively expensive on traditional analog equipment. Capable of creating physical, visual and tactile effects in one pass and economically handling short runs, digital enhancement capabilities open doors to new business. Options include … [Read more...] about Digital Embellishments Open Doors to New Business
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Shining a Light on UV-Cured Decoration Capabilities
By Lara Copeland, contributing writer, PostPress Gold Leaf Print & Packaging is a premier cannabis printing company located in Pelham, Alabama, that specializes in creating custom collateral, packaging and branding. With the ability to embellish packaging with digital foil and varnish (eliminating the need for custom dies), Gold Leaf can save its customers money and time … [Read more...] about Shining a Light on UV-Cured Decoration Capabilities
Going Green: Texas Bindery Creates Uniquely Vibrant Label
By Brittany Willes, editor, PostPress With its extensive manufacturing and production knowledge, Texas Bindery Service, Cedar Creek, Texas, is no stranger to creating unique projects for its clients. “We specialize in implementing unique finishes and print embellishments into our hard- and softcover projects and for any project where quality, memorability and brand awareness … [Read more...] about Going Green: Texas Bindery Creates Uniquely Vibrant Label
Flights of Fancy: Accordion Book Soars to New Heights
By Brittany Willes, editor, PostPress When the medium chosen to display a work of art becomes a work of art itself, something special has occurred. This is the case for artist Wendy Paton’s limited-edition photobook Flight. Boldly displaying Paton’s undeniably striking photogram-style images, the book is an accordion-style masterpiece as stunning as Paton’s photos. Designed … [Read more...] about Flights of Fancy: Accordion Book Soars to New Heights
A Little Taste of Honey
By Lara Copeland, contributing editor, PostPress One of the greatest pollinators on the planet, the honeybee, is known for its production of not only wax but, more importantly, honey. The sweet treat has been treasured by humans for centuries. Capital Bee Company, based in Savannah, Georgia, is known for its rare, single varietal mono-floral honeys. Sourcing local honey in … [Read more...] about A Little Taste of Honey
Unique Book Design for University Report
by Lara Copeland, contributing editor, PostPress The idiomatic expression “opening doors” means to create opportunities for advancement, whether in one’s career, education or other aspirations. At Belmont University, a private Christian university located next to what’s been dubbed Music Row in Nashville, Tennessee, “opening doors” is the phrase the university used to title … [Read more...] about Unique Book Design for University Report
Behrmann Printing Company’s Fair Lane Invitation
by Lara Copeland, contributing editor, PostPress While war was raging across much of Europe in 1915, work on Fair Lane – Henry and Clara Ford’s 15th and final home, spanning 31,000 sq. ft on 1,300 acres – was completed. Credited with revolutionizing American manufacturing, Henry Ford often was quoted as saying, “Competition is the lifeblood of industry.” The visionary sought … [Read more...] about Behrmann Printing Company’s Fair Lane Invitation
Interactive Christmas: MCD Updates the Classic Advent Calendar
by Brittany Willes, contributing writer, PostPress Christmas is all about traditions – the decorations, the carols and, of course, the advent calendars. This past Christmas, specialty finisher MCD, Inc., Madison, Wisconsin, opted to take the traditional advent calendar and give it a modern twist. “We always look for something new or unique – as do our clients,” remarked Brad … [Read more...] about Interactive Christmas: MCD Updates the Classic Advent Calendar
A Carton that Conveys a Message from Studio On Fire
By Lara Copeland, contributing editor PostPress For thousands of years, humans across several civilizations have cultivated cannabis, and the controversy surrounding the plant is just as ancient. In the spring of 1909, along the central coast of California, William “Bull” Lowell started growing what he called Indian Hemp (since the term “marijuana” was relatively unknown by … [Read more...] about A Carton that Conveys a Message from Studio On Fire
Magic in the Cards: Foil Graphics Celebrates the Holidays with Special Christmas Card
By Brittany Willes, contributing editor PostPress Bing Crosby may be dreaming of a white Christmas, but most designers and decorators would agree that Christmas is all about the bright, cheerful colors. It simply wouldn’t be the holiday season without a decadent array of red, gold, silver, blue and, yes, a little white. All of these traditional Christmas colors can be found … [Read more...] about Magic in the Cards: Foil Graphics Celebrates the Holidays with Special Christmas Card