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    What the Kraft
    February 1, 2009

    Whenever we get an inquiry for a letterrpess project on a different paper stock other than our house stock, its always a challenge; especially a colored stock.  When James contacted us to print his business cards and requested Kraft stock, we were happy to do it.  The colors he wanted were red and black.  We knew that the black would not be a problem but weren’t sure about the red.  Whenever you print on colored stock the colors always seem muted.  When we printed the red Isokon logo, the color seemed to look extremely washed out.  We decided to run the logo again by giving it a double impression and I’m glad we did because these cards came out great and the red looks nice and vibrant.

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    • http://seaside10-10.blogspot.com Kate@ Kids and Cocktails

      I hope you don’t mind me asking, but what do you mean by “double impression”? Do you mean you inked that part twice or did you do a blind impression then one with ink? I might be making this harder then I need to, but I’m in the process of learning about letterpress and am curious about everything! :) Thanks.

      Great cards, by the way. I love the kraft stock!

      • http://www.dolcepress.com Alexandra

        Hi Kate,

        Double impression/double bump means to print the image twice on impression. In order to do this, you need to make sure you have really good registration. Good luck on your letterpress endeavors.

        Alex

    • http://www.boundstaffpress.blogspot.com Justin

      This is super sharp! I love the craft stock.

    • http://bwdpress.com Bridget

      Hello, Your stuff is really looking great! What kind of kraft stock did you use for this piece, I am looking for something similar…

      Thanks!

    • Karima

      Your work is incredible and I tip my hat to you! I am currently establishing my own bakery and I am extremely interested in this specific look – As with Bridget, I would love it if you could give us a hint as to what Kraft stock this was. Thanks so much and keep on creating!

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    • Mario Ortiz

      Just curious what paper this is and where can I get some.

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