You can make almost any chipboard product into a classic, timeless piece by adding a Linen Wrap or a Leather Wrap. Hardcover books and deluxe boxes are great candidates. Both linen and leather add a classic look to a product,... Read More

Can you make an Extra Wide Spine? Clients:  Us: If the spine is unsupported, the packaging may flatten during shipping. Also if the contents aren’t thick enough, the disc or vinyl might fall out after it’s opened. Extra wide spines... Read More

DefinitionEmbossing is a raised relief that is made in paper. You can run your fingers over it, and feel the tactile, raised items. Debossing is the opposite of embossing, it is a depression in the paper. And because papers have... Read More

All about Foil Stamping: what is it, what it isn't, expense, matching to media, what materials you can foil stamp, how to set it up in the art, what proofing is required.... Read More

Welcome to our Art How To! We’ve made a lot of titles over the years! Our clients are exceptionally creative, which is probably why they chose us to make their title. We can share some lessons learned, and tips &... Read More

Here you’ll find a series of informal blog posts regarding popular topics. We change them up frequently so feel free to check back in!... Read More

All about Foil Stamping: what is it, what it isn't, expense, matching to media, what materials you can foil stamp, how to set it up in the art, what proofing is required.... Read More

Spot UV Gloss Printing; how it is used, the best contrasts, what you can't use it on, costs, how to set it up in art, and how to proof.... Read More

All about slipcases; what they are used for, paper weights, die options, vertical loading, thumb notches, printing, templates, proofing.... Read More

How to achieve a vintage, retro, or old world look in your packaging and media; distressed paper, linen, leather, book binding, fly sheets, kraft, ribbons, embossing, foil, vinyl, cds, and cassette like packaging.... Read More