The job has been done, it was quite fun.
Now the press gets a good cleaning from the old ink.
It’s so nice that our low VOC solvent doesn’t stink!
Scrub a dub
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Category Archives: Ephemera
Job of the day
Today’s job is a double-sided trifold wedding program. This lovely classic piece is printed in taupe ink on white Smock bamboo paper. Next the program will go on to be scored for smooth folding. Then it will be trimmed, inspected, packed and shipped to the happy couple. That makes us happy.
Setting up for scoring
A fine card is getting in position for scoring. The chase (metal frame) is loaded with wooden furniture and a scoring rule. When set-up is complete, the card will have a channel pressed into the paper for smooth folding.
Happy Harvest
Today is CSA day, as in Community Supported Agriculture. Every week we get bins full of fresh organic, local produce delivered right to our door. This keeps us strong and healthy to do more printing and for the farms to keep growing delicious crops for the community.
Go, windmill press, go
Today we’re printing with the trusty Heidelberg 10×15 letterpress, nicknamed the “Windmill” because of its rotating gripper arms. Upon this super thick plush white stock we’re laying down a soft golden yellow custom ink.
Printshop Natural Motifs
We love to bring natural beauty into and onto our work.
To clean the presses
Some like a squirty solvent bottle, some like a little red one. No matter which one is preferred they are trusty helpers.
A Sublime Poster Project
Today on the Vandercook Universal 1 we printed a commemorative poster for the Penrod Arts Fair in Indianapolis. This utterly charming piece features a dapper gentleman that counterpoints the bold graphics. Love it!
In the finishing department
Jennifer inspects cards with speedy hands and a keen eye for the best of the best.
BITS: Multiple Color Printing
The Boxcar Institute Training Series (aka BITS) is filled with helpful tips and tricks — check out one of our latest videos for tips on how you can get the most use out of one plate.