Let’s Go Flexo! – Part 4: Working with Images that Have Transparent Backgrounds
In flexographic printing, we love creative label designs that layer images and color, but things get tricky when transparent images are placed over backgrounds. Transparent images won’t trap to other elements in your design. If you're a designer, you don't need to...
Your Food Label is Gorgeous. But is it Legal?
You've done it. You've perfected your grandma's secret sauce, found the perfect sustainable packaging, and are ready to share your creation with the world. The last step is the label—the beautiful, eye-catching design that will make customers grab your product off the...
What is Bleed in Printing (and How to Create It Correctly)
If you've ever sent artwork to print, you've probably heard the term bleed. It's one of those critical prepress details that ensures your labels look clean and professional once they're cut to size. But what exactly is bleed, and how do you properly set it up? Let's...
What is Trap in Printing? (And Why It Matters for Your Labels)
If you’ve ever heard a printer talk about “trap” or “trapping,” they’re not talking about catching anything. In the world of prepress, trap is a technique used to make sure your colors line up correctly on press, so you don’t end up with unwanted gaps or bare stock...
How Hot Stamping Is Different from Metallic Stock
In a previous video, we explained how to design for metallic stock. The shiny effect comes from printing directly on metallic paper, which uses white ink to block shine where you don’t want it. Foil stamping works differently. Instead of using metallic paper, we stamp...