Letterpress Services

Letterpress printing.

Type and artwork pressed into the sheet.

The process

A raised plate is inked and pressed into paper, leaving an impression you can feel. Well suited to invitations, business cards and stationery.

Good to know

What is letterpress printing?: A relief printing method: a raised plate is inked and pressed into paper. On thicker, softer stocks this leaves a visible impression; on firmer papers the effect is subtler.
How should I prepare artwork?: Vector files (PDF or SVG) with text converted to outlines work best. Keep each ink colour as a separate, solid element. Send what you have — we'll review it and flag anything that needs adjusting.
What should I consider when choosing paper?: Thicker cotton papers take a deeper impression; smoother stocks hold fine detail. Coloured papers change how inks appear, so paper and colour are best chosen together.
Ink and printing considerations: Each letterpress ink colour is usually a separate pass on press. Large solids print with a slightly textured look, and very fine lines may need thickening. Full-colour artwork is often better suited to offset or digital printing.

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