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FEB 22, 2024

How We Did It: DYK Magazine, Issue #1

Our Did You Know? has long been a valuable print resource for tips, techniques and inspiration for designers and printers on how to create next-level print materials for a wide range of applications. But we wanted to shake things up a bit in 2024,...

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JAN 24, 2024

An Interview with Graphic Designer Kyndra Bailey

For graphic designer and business owner Kyndra Bailey, inspiration can be something of a surprise, striking at any time and in any place. Her journey in graphic design began as a bit of a surprise as well. Kyndra took up hand-lettering as a hobby...

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JAN 10, 2024

Basis Weight vs. Thickness: What Do These Paper Measurements Mean?

The paper world is full of terms and concepts that sound similar but actually have different meanings. For example, understanding the difference between paper brightness and whiteness can significantly impact your choice of paper for a specific...

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DEC 13, 2023

Choosing the Ideal Heavyweight Paper for Quality Marketing Collateral

Your choice of paper can go a long way toward helping your marketing collateral stand out amongst the competition. When it comes to choosing the best paper for your print marketing communications, the discussion usually centers on the choice between...

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NOV 20, 2023

Sending Direct Mail? Here’s Why Your Envelope Matters

You only get one chance to make a first impression. This is true in life, but it’s also true in direct mail, particularly when it comes to the look and feel of your direct mail envelope. While self-mailers are an effective direct mail form, there...

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