Your Great Design Starts Here

Getting your design just right entails more than coming up with the concept and then turning it in to something that can be printed. For your design to go from good to great there are other factors that you should take in to consideration from a printing perspective, to ensure that your design is exactly as you envisaged it after it has been printed. We have created a series of information pages which have been written to help you get the best from your design and to love it even more once you see it in print. 

Artwork and Design Top Tips 

A page of artwork and design key pointers that you should be aware of before you embark upon the designing process. This section includes some information on printer’s terminology so you understand what we are talking about, plus important guidance on the amount of space to leave around the edge of the page when positioning text, what colours to design in and the best resolution for printing. 

Supplying your Artwork 

If you supply your artwork to us in the correct format then you can be certain that we will be printing your design exactly as you want it. A browse through this page will give you all the information you need in terms of file sizes and formats, plus how to save your designs properly with all of the appropriate information we need. 

Design Guides

From experience we know that a fabulous design on the screen will not always translate in to print. This is particularly important with designing for digital printing, printing on kraft and printing with elements to be foil blocked. To guide you in the right direction we have a dedicated Design Guide Page chock full of tips and information to ensure your final design looks as good on paper as it does on the screen. Better we bring these little foibles to your attention at the early design stage rather than when you submit it to us for printing!

Using a template for your product 

As a finishing touch we have a host of templates that you can download to fit your artwork over. These show the area of bleed and the ‘dead space’ to keep clear of your text.

Bespoke Design - We Tailor Make It for the Perfect Fit!

Why opt for a ‘me too’ design from a template when you can have a completely bespoke design for the same price?

You are only 4 steps away from your great design:-

1. Select 'Buy Design' from 'Build Your Order' on every product page.

2. Let's chat! Tell us Who, What, When, Where and Why and we will work with you to get some great design cooking.

3. You say 'Love it', we say 'Hurrah!' then we press the 'Go' button on the press.

4. A few days later your print arrives like a delivery from Santa (sorry, no elves) ready for you to do your magic with.

When it comes to designing for print being creative is key

Using a pre-supplied template may seem like a simple solution if you want your printing to look like everyone else’s! A professional, bespoke design that is tailored to your business will serve you better in the long run – and it is yours to keep and re-use over and over.

At A Local Printer we have been delivering bespoke design services since 1978! Needless to say we keep on top of all the trends and new design features. With a dedicated design team in our studio we can create a bespoke design for you from a relatively simple business card all the way up to multi-page brochures. And because we believe in transparency our design services are available to order via our website at a fixed price whatever the product.

Turbo charge your design and printing

When you order design from A Local Printer the first thing we will do is have a chat with you to make sure we know exactly what you want. We will ask you if you have any ideas for layout, or if you have seen something that appeals to you. We will also ask you to provide us with any existing images you want to use, and most importantly, the text for your design as this is something that really needs to come from you!

After we have all the information we need to do a great design job for you, you can sit back for a day or so whilst we crank up the creative juices and set to work on bringing your design to life. You always have the option to make amendments to your designs so don’t be afraid to ask us to change the size or colour of the text for example. We want you to be happy with your design – and when you are we will print it, dispatch it and send it on to its new home with you.

Don't Skimp on Design!

You only get one chance to create a first impression and a professional design to accompany your printing is certain to help you look the part or win more business.
Our design prices start from as little as £35.00. So if you fancy putting some buzz in your brochures, fizz in your flyers and life in your leaflets - give us a go! Why not call us to discuss your requirements? Our number is 01903 742003 so why not give us a call.

Supplying your own Artwork

If you are supplying your own artwork instead, please remember to check our Guide to Supplying Artwork to help you get it right first time!