Press & Process

Ways We Make Things Pretty

We believe in thoughtful printing — slow, deliberate, and full of care. Small in size but always curious, we're open to exploring new techniques and finding what's possible with ink, impression, and a little experimentation. Here's what we do, and how each one works.

Print Techniques

Stack of cards with circular colored areas and the text "when nice yarns come together" in various colors.

Letterpress

Tactile, timeless, and deeply satisfying

A rigid plate pressed into thick paper leaves an impression you can feel with your fingertip. Works best with minimal designs where touch and craft matter as much as what you can see.

Best for: Wedding invitations, name cards, keepsake prints.

Art Deco inspired wedding invitation with copper foil illustration of a dancing couple and geometric patterns on a black background.

Hot Foil

For when you want your print to shine — literally.

A heated plate transfers foil in one sharp impression — fully opaque on any stock, including dark colours. Metallic and holographic finishes available.

Best for: Logos, monograms, titles, luxury stationery.

Collection of postcards with nature photography and inspirational text, featuring tree landscapes and coastal views, arranged in a grid.

Offset Print

Clean, consistent, and reliable

Metal plates transfer ink via rollers, delivering crisp and consistent results across large runs. Colour stays faithful and the cost per piece drops the more you print.

Best for: Books, packaging, high-volume brand collateral.

Already know what you want?

Image of a wooden surface with two cards containing text and a photograph. The cards include the brand name "Lefko" and details about the handmade product, made in Athens, Greece. The photo features a view overlooking a cityscape with two people looking at the scenery.

Digital Print

Fast, flexible, and no-fuss

Prints straight from file to paper — no plates needed, quick turnaround, and supports variable data like different names or details on each individual piece.

Best for: Small runs, prototypes, personalised invitations.

Vibrant pink background with intricate golden illustrations of butterflies and floral patterns.

Screen Print

Vibrant, bold, and slightly rebellious

Ink is pushed through a mesh screen one colour at a time — rich and opaque. Works on paper, fabric, wood, and more. Suited for bold graphics and limited-edition runs.

Best for: Art prints, posters, limited-edition runs.

Stack of business cards with colored circles and the phrase "when nice yarns come together" in various colors, including yellow, teal, and red.

Giclée Print

Archival-quality printing with painterly detail

Pigment-based inkjet printing rated to last over a century without fading. Handles fine detail and gradients that standard digital print simply can't match.

Best for: Fine art prints, photography editions, gallery work.

Finishing

Embossed wedding menu with elegant design featuring names and date details.

2D / 3D Emboss

Texture you can see and feel.

Raised detailing pressed into paper — subtle or sculptural, depending on depth. 2D emboss adds surface lift, while 3D creates multi-level texture for a more tactile finish.

White card with tooth-shaped cutout revealing blue pattern underneath, held against blue background.

Diecut

Cut to shape, not to size.

Custom shapes, windows, or curves — die-cutting lets your design break out of the box (literally). Great for edges, reveals, or playful forms.

Close-up of blind deboss paper with heart and line patterns.

Blind Deboss

Says a lot without saying anything.

No ink, just impression. A custom plate is pressed into the stock, creating a recessed design with quiet impact. Understated and elegant.

Stack of triplex card stock with colored edges, close-up view

Duplex / Triplex

Twice the weight, double the presence.

Two sheets, one unified print surface. Duplexing bonds two papers into one thicker card — perfect for added weight, contrast, or hidden colour edges.

Stack of name cards with edge painted on white surface

Edge Paint / Gilding

A flash of colour where you least expect it.

The finishing touch — painted or foiled edges that add a pop of colour or shine when viewed from the side. A detail that speaks volumes.

Close-up of a wedding invitation with the names "Laura Pereira & Woodhall" and the words "You are cordially invited to attend the wedding of." The invitation features elegant, calligraphic text on textured paper with deckle edges.

Deckle Edge

Beautifully rough around the edges.

Feathered, torn-like edges that give paper an organic, handmade feel. A subtle nod to traditional craft and fine art papers.

Not sure where to start?

We’ve Got You.Print can feel like a maze — paper types, finishes, techniques… we get it. Whether you’ve got a clear idea or just a Pinterest mood board, we’re here to help you figure it out.

Tell us what you’re thinking (even if it’s fuzzy), share with us what you are comfortable sharing and we’ll guide you through the rest — no pressure, no jargon, just friendly print advice.