11
Oct
The eye-catching magic of foil stamping
According to wikipedia: Foil stamping, (also known as foil application) typically a commercial printing process, is the application of metallic or pigmented foil on to a…
22
Jun
FIP to Partner with San Francisco Wine and Spirits Tasting Competitions
We’re teaming up with two of the world’s most prestigious wine & spirits competitions! This means huge benefits for wine and spirits brands. Winners of the competition gain access to exclusive…
24
Aug
What 3 Apps Helped Improve Our Team’s Workflow
Asana enables teamwork without email. It has been the most vital application for us when it comes to keeping track of client projects. There's a million…
31
Jul
The Importance of Illustrated Maps in Your Design
You may be asking yourself "why should I use an illustrated map when I can just plop google maps in there and call it a day?"…
08
Jul
Case Study: The Energy Authority / Trade Show Display Materials
Our dear friends at The Energy Authority rely on First in Print for a variety of design and print projects. Each year they put on their…
15
May
Before & After: Interior Design Business Cards
Karen Brisson is a vintage collector and designer, and came to us ready to refine her image. Having used a traditional business card for many years, she…
27
Apr
7 Simple Tips to Avoid Rush Fees on Your Next Print Job
Many people working in the print business have gray hair, or no hair at all. One likely explanation for this is RUSH JOBS!! I think I speak…
09
Oct
What is Aqueous Coating?
Is it just another printing industry buzzword? How can I use aqueous coating to my advantage? What's the difference between aqueous and uv gloss coating? These…
23
Sep
Our New Website!
*WHEW!* It was certainly no easy task, but we finally launched our long awaited website. There are a few particularly cool features, I'd like to highlight…