Need an image fast and can’t find what you are looking for? Try AI image generation. AI tools are everywhere, and their ability to produce engaging, high-quality images is often stunning. Even the free options can produce commercial-quality images that are often “just the right something” for your design. Haven’t tried AI image generation? Don’t…
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Want to attract more customers based on geography? Want to reach a broad audience without spending money on television or radio advertising? Consider outdoor signage. According to the Outdoor Advertising Association of America (OAAA), “out of home” advertising, including sidewalk displays, is a growing industry of $8.7 billion. Outdoor signage grew 2.1% in 2023 and…
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Ever feel a bit lost when picking paper for your print projects? Terms like basis weight, points, and color cast can sound confusing, right? No worries! Here’s a handy guide to help you navigate the basics. Basis Weight: This term refers to how much a ream (500 sheets) of paper weighs at its standard size—the…
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The United States Postal Service offers several promotions in 2025 that provide mailers with discounts of 3% to 6% for implementing innovative strategies. These include integrating technology, creating multi-sensory experiences, maintaining continuous contact, using IMbA for reply mail, and adding marketing content to transactional documents.
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When we’ve done something often, it’s easy to think, “I’ve got this,” but familiarity can breed mistakes. Preparing your next print project is no different. While the details may change from job to job, much of the essential prep work does not. Using a checklist can be a vital tool for keeping things running smoothly.…
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Every business can benefit from a profit increase. If it’s been a while since you tailored a direct mail or email campaign specifically for your most valuable asset (your existing customers), now is an ideal time to take action.
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How do you shift potential buyers who have never heard of your product to customers eager to make a purchase? After all, nobody wakes up one day and decides, “I think I’ll go out and buy a brand-new product I’ve never heard of.” The journey involves a series of steps, from awareness to final sale.…
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One of the most powerful ways to grab attention with your printed pieces is to finish them with specialty techniques that add texture, shine, or dimension. Of course, some methods are more cost-effective than others. Here are five cost-effective finishing techniques to help your printed materials shine without breaking the bank. 1. Spot UV Coating…
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There is something about the tactile nature of print that causes us to want to reach out and touch it. When customers have a printed piece in their hands, they will spend more time with it, opening and closing it, turning it around, and flipping the pages. As they do, they get more exposure to your message.
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