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Engraving Engraving is one of the oldest and most beautiful processes for reproducing Images on paper. The appeal of engraving is in the exquisite detail created by its three dimensional impression. The most elegant invitation is still engraved. The first step in creating such a truly unique invitation is the transference of the image, or text, to a copper plate. Ink is deposited into the resulting cavity. The engraving press then forces the paper into the cavity, creating a raised impression. The paper is literally raised with the ink adhering to its surface. This is the process that creates the sharp definition that is associated with the engraving art. |
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Letterpress Letterpress is a type of handcart and individual characters were hand-set into lines until machine-set composition made the process easier. Today, many designers are returning to the craft of the letterpress as a unique option to other printing methods. Often used in combination with soft, handmade papers, the raised printing surface on a letterpress plate leave a deep impression on the paper. The depth of the image is accentuated by the ink and minute shadow created within the impression .Letterpress offers a warmth and quality that is not easily duplicated by the printing methods. |
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Thermography or Raiser Thermography is sometimes called “raised” printing. Unlike engraving where the paper is actually raised in thermography is created by a resinous powder that is melted over the flat-printed ink. Thermography is less expensive than engraving and can give your invitation a look similar to but not quite as nice as engraving. The letters on a thermographed invitation will have a shiny appearance. |
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Blind Embossing Blind-embossing (or just embossing) is a process similar to engraving. As with engraving, a raised impression is created from a copper plate. Unlike engraving, no ink is used. Blind-embossing is commonly used for a family coat of arms, the return address on the outside envelopes, and monogrammed thank-you notes. Dies made for blind-embossing can be used again to blind-emboss. They cannot, however, be used for engraving with ink |
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Lithography or Offset Also referred to as flat or offset printing, lithography uses ink to print lettering or images onto paper. Lithography is the printing process most commonly used for mass-produced items such as posters, book, and newspaper .The finished product has a flat finish as opposed to the raised or indented finished of engraved or letter pressed item. Lithography is the most affordable printing option. |
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Digital When an Electronic file is output directly, with no intermediate film stage. Digital color presses use electrophography and inkjet processes and print with or special inks. |
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Foil Stamping Application of a flat surface of foil can add much to a piece. Foils are not only metallic but may be holographic, tints, or pigmented. |
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