We’re always on the lookout for new and interesting voices and insights from the design world. Whether it’s actionable tips for designers as they attempt to move forward with their portfolio, or just some great design hints and editorials, these are our ten must follow design and print design blogs. 1. Print This… Read more »
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The 7 Most Exciting Colour & Design Trends to Look Forward To in 2017
We like to think there’s no “one size fits all” approach to graphic design; that’s the beauty of the creative process – everyone’s approach is different. However, we had a quick look around at what trends various graphic designers and print artists were talking about as we began 2017. This is what we came up… Read more »
How to make your own stencils for t-shirt printing
Making your own stencils is a fun way to create totally customised t-shirts, whether you want to make just one t-shirt or a few. The best thing about making quality stencils is that you can use them again and again. So, how do you make your own stencils for t-shirt printing? We’re about to take… Read more »
How Does the Human Eye Process Colour
The human eye and brain work together to translate light into the colours we perceive around us every day. The eye’s light receptors transmit messages to the brain to produce our everyday world.
Why Band Merchandise is More Important than Ever
As a source of revenue, and as a way to build up and advertise your brand, music merchandise has always been important to aspiring bands and artists. Music is closely tied-in to an individual’s identity, and hoodies and t-shirts allow your fans to align themselves to part of a greater subculture and identify each other… Read more »
Tips for Making the Most of Your Fabric Painting
When you decide to paint fabric with fabric paint, the most important thing to know is that it’s not meant to be removed. This can be a problem if you make a mistake, as there’s no way to undo it. This is why you should be aware not only of what you’re painting, but everything… Read more »
The Origins of Printing- Part 2
Our last blog finished with the invention of the Gutenberg press. As well as serving as a catalyst for the Reformation and vastly increasing literacy rates throughout Europe, the Gutenberg press was a world-changing invention for everything print related. His technique of making moveable type is still not entirely clear. He was definitely familiar with… Read more »
The Origins of Printing- Part 1
In 21st century Britain, printing is as easy as a click of a mouse. We can see printing all around us, from the letters we receive and the books we read, to t-shirt designs and billboards. The production of mass printing facilities has come a long way over the centuries to provide us with the… Read more »
6 Reasons You Should Learn Calligraphy Today
With the pressures of modern life, more and more people are turning to creative outlets in order to have some time to themselves. Calligraphy is a beautiful method to producing art that will be appreciated by anyone with whom you show. Apart from the reason of calligraphy looking beautiful, here are our top six reasons… Read more »
A History of Invisible Ink
Invisible ink can be split into two categories, organic and synthetic. As children, we’ve all made invisible ink from various organic substances, including lemon juice, vinegar and milk, developing them with the use of heat or ultraviolet light. Synthetic invisible inks contain chemical that require a specific ‘reagent’ in order to develop, such as another… Read more »
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