foil stamping

In this blog post, we'll explore the exciting possibilities of foil blocking on plantable seed paper and discover how you can create eco-friendly pieces that leave a lasting impression. To achieve successful foil blocking on plantable seed paper, there are a few important factors to keep in mind. The thickness of the paper plays a crucial role in the foil blocking process. Plantable seed paper has a charmingly textured and uneven finish compared to regular paper due to the way it is made. Wildflower...

We are excited to share groundbreaking news regarding the stamping foils we use. A recent study conducted by Foilco, our certified manufacturer and supplier of stamping foils, has demonstrated that their foils can be composted, and they even have the potential to enhance seed germination. This is a significant milestone in the journey towards establishing foil's sustainability credentials and promoting eco-friendly practices...

In today's competitive business landscape, making a memorable first impression is crucial for success. One powerful tool that can help you stand out from the crowd is the luxury matte black business card. With its sleek and sophisticated appearance, matte black cards are like the James Bond of business cards...

Are you ready to explore a powerful tool that can enhance your professional image? In this blog post, we delve into the captivating realm of foil stamped business cards and discover how they can transform your personal brand. Let's explore the vast potential that foil stamping offers for creative professionals like yourself...

Our brown kraft business cards are printed on traditional kraft card and can be customised with a huge range of print finishing options. There are very few companies that offer such a wide range of options when it comes to working with brown kraft card stock...

Foil stamping is a very versatile print finishing option which can be used on various papers from silk or laminated board to kraft, metallic stock and even 100% cotton. A common request from our clients is to combine digital printing and foil stamping on an uncoated card stock. When digitally printing on uncoated stock there is nothing to protect the ink on the surface of the card. After printing, the job is guillotined or die cut which can cause the ink to flake along the edges. It is most prevalent...

Gold foil printing is an extremely popular finish for products such as business cards, stationery, invitations, greeting cards and much more. Gold foil can be added to print in two different ways at our print studio. The first is via traditional foil stamping which requires a metal die block, and indents (debosses) the gold foil into the card or paper. The second is by using digital foiling to apply gold foil affects. Digital foiling is the most affordable way of achieving foil effects because no...

If you are looking for a quote for foil stamping, we will need to know the foil size area to provide a cost. You can do this one of two ways. The first is by providing your artwork along with quote request. As long as the artwork is supplied at the final size for foiling, our team will be able to quickly work out the die size and price the job for you. If your artwork is not finalised yet, you can simply provide the height and width dimensions of the foil area, and we can work from those. The easiest...

Foil stamping is the application of metallic and special effect foils to paper or card. The process involves using an etched metal die (also called a block or plate) manufactured from either magnesium, brass, or copper, which is heated to the required temperature and stamped into the paper or card stock. The foil sits between the die and the card; when the heated die makes contact with the foil the heat actives the adhesive on the back, which along with the force of the stamping, adheres it to the...

Foil stamped card is card stock which has had metallic or special effect foil applied to it using a combination of a heated metal die, and pressure from a foil printing press. The metal die is etched from an artwork file and then loaded into a foil press where it is heated to the required temperature. A roll of the chosen foil colour is then loaded on to the press between the die and the card stock. When the heated die makes contact with the card, the heat activates the adhesive on the back of the...

This is something we get asked a lot. Many of our customers have approached a company for a foiled business cards only to be dissatisfied with the result. When they send us the card for reference it is obvious to us that the supplier has used digital toner foiling but the customer does not know the difference. The technology for digital foiling is continuing to improve year on year however the most popular machines rely on fusing foil with black toner. With the latest technology, some machines can...

Letterheads are used globally daily. Companies use letterheads to relay important information to private individuals, other companies, and legal entities without the need of a phone call or email correspondence. When used correctly, a professional letterhead is also a highly effective marketing tool. Having a pre-printed letterhead is hassle free and saves time when there is a busy office needing to send out important letters quickly and efficiently.

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