Stationery

In a bustling café, a young entrepreneur carefully places her business cards on the community board, each card a beacon calling out to potential clients and partners. These cards are not just slips of paper, but rather gateways to new opportunities and connections. As she does this, she's acutely aware of the power held in these small rectangles. With 72% of people judging a company by the quality of their business cards, and 39% potentially declining to do business due to poor card quality, she...

In the realm of networking and business branding, the conventional rectangular business card is facing stiff competition from a stylish alternative: the square business card. But are square business cards a good idea? Absolutely! Their unique shape not only stands out in a pile but also offers a fresh canvas for creative designs. For business owners, this distinctiveness can be a game-changer in making a memorable first impression...

Delve into eco-friendly luxury business cards crafted from sustainable materials like recycled, plantable seed papers that incorporate sustainable embellishments such as biodegradable foils which cater to a growing consumer demand for environmentally responsible products. This article emphasises the benefits of these cards in terms of environmental impact, unique style and enhancing a company's brand image, underscoring the shift towards more sustainable business practices...

In the intricate dance of business communication, the humble letterhead often takes center stage. While it might seem like a simple piece of stationery, its size, design, and presentation can speak volumes about a company's professionalism and brand identity. As we delve into the topic of "how big should a letterhead be," we'll uncover the nuances of design, the importance of tailoring to the audience, and the subtle art of creating a cohesive brand experience. Join us as we explore the significance...

In a world where first impressions are paramount, harnessing the power of colour can be your secret weapon to leave a lasting mark. Enter Colorplan business cards - the canvas that brings your brand to life in vibrant hues. From passionate reds to tranquil blues, these cards act as colour catalysts, igniting connections at every exchange...

When it comes to building a strong brand image, high-end business stationery plays a crucial role. It's more than just paper and ink; it represents your professionalism and credibility. In this blog post, we will explore the five essential elements that make up exceptional business stationery and help your brand make a lasting impression....

When it comes to a professional letterhead, the selection of the appropriate paper type and weight holds utmost importance. Your printed letterhead, representing your business, has the potential to create a lasting impression on your clients; thus, ensuring a high-quality appearance and texture becomes vital. Consider utilising the following paper types and weights for your letterhead:...

An envelope serves as a container made of paper or cardboard to enclose letters or other documents, safeguarding their contents during transportation and presenting a professional appearance. Additionally, companies can use printed envelopes as a promotional tool for their branding and image...

Our recent acquisition of a new small format inkjet printer with high-capacity ink bags enables us to print on a wider scope of papers. Inkjet printers use small nozzles to spray ink droplets directly onto paper and card stock making them ideal for textured papers, which is a common request at our studio. After the inkjet installation, we've enhanced our range of papers with more textured and embossed papers, as well as, wildflower seed paper, grass paper, wheat paper, cartridge paper and a wider...

Our creative print studio has thoroughly tested (and planted! that's our grasshopper greeting card shown above) different printing methods on various seed papers. We are very pleased to announce that we’re now highly proficient at both handling and digitally printing on seed paper that contains UK native wildflower seeds. Our wildflower seed paper is made in the UK and is perfect for eco-friendly business cards, flyers, menus, wedding stationery, swing tags, greeting cards, notebook covers and m...

Our studio is equipped with variable data printing which allows us to print your guests’ names on your wedding invitations. Guest names can be printed in full colour or with digital white ink on coloured card stocks such as colorplan, kraft, vanguard, sirio colour and many more. We can also print guest names and addresses on envelopes to go with your wedding invites. If you’re looking for something a bit more special for your big day, we also offer foil stamping on both wedding invitations and env...

Letterheads are printed sheets of paper that contain your company logo and contact information. They can be as simple or as luxurious as you want depending on how you want your brand to be portrayed. You can then overprint your letter using your office printer prior to mailing it out...

Compliment slips have multiple benefits and should be a key staple within your business stationery. They are most often attached to something you are sending to a potential or existing customer. This may include an information pack, brochure, samples, or anything else you may wish to send out. Printed compliment slips are also often included as a thank you to your customer for their order. Rather than attaching a note on a scrap of paper, businesses use professional compliment slips that are printed...

To write and make a compliment slip is actually very easy if your company already uses Letterheads, then a Compliment Slip is just a smaller addition. Very often, the Compliment slip is used to make a small note and can be as short as a, Thank You, a few sentences or just your signature. To Make a Compliment Slip, you can choose any size, companies typically use a DL- 210mm x 99mm, this is a cost-effective size, because 3 Compliment slips will fit an A4 Sheet and this can be cost effective to produce...

Looking for some inspiration for your own letterhead? If so, check out the top famous company letterheads collection below! We realise that technically not all of them are companies, some are personal letterheads, however the owners are more famous than a lot of companies so they definitely deserve a mention! There are some famous letterheads below that were way ahead of their times such as Marilyn Monroe’s beautifully understated blind embossed letterhead. Check them out and let us know which i...