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Guide to Standard Folder Sizes

Key Takeaways: Using standard folder sizes ensures compatibility with standard paper sizes and common filing systems. The correct folder size creates a snug, appropriate fit, preventing documents and accessories from bending and ripping. The type and size of the letter or document, the recipients, and your budget will determine the ideal folder size. Custom folders […]

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Real Estate Sign Sizes Explained: Standard Dimensions, Uses, and Best Locations

Real estate professionals rely on different signs to showcase properties and promote their open house campaigns. Classic yard signs, real estate riders, and portable A-frames each have their uses and sizes, all working toward the same goal: helping realtors attract buyers and close sales. To keep real estate campaigns balanced and manageable, many agents stick […]

Standard Envelope Sizes Explained for Businesses

Standard Envelope Sizes Explained for Businesses

Envelopes are essential for everyday mailing; they protect letters while displaying critical information like addresses, stamps, and sender details. Many businesses go further, using custom envelope designs and branding to turn them into marketing tools that work alongside inserts like brochures and invitations. At PrintPlace, we specialize in full envelope printing. But before you finalize […]

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Standard Magnet Sizes: Which Fits Your Campaign?

Promotional magnets come in different types and elevate promotions and client connections. You can also customize each type using the standard magnet sizes. Magnets are unique marketing materials that connect brands with clients and customers. They also come in standard types and sizes, each having their unique uses and audiences. Let PrintPlace help you choose […]

small bottle stickers

Easy Tips for Adding Business Stickers to Small Bottles

Brand labels and stickers on small bottles may look simple, but the margin for error is tiny. A label that is even slightly misaligned or not sized correctly is immediately noticeable. This guide walks through the full process of placing small bottle stickers, from measuring and choosing materials to applying and inspecting, so makers, crafters, […]

Standard Invitation Size Guide

The Standard Invitation Size Guide: Formats, Uses, and Other Tips

If you plan to host an event, whether it’s a formal party or a business gathering, there’s one element you should never forget: invitations! These cordial letters play a significant role in setting the mood for any event. They don’t just share the details, they make guests feel valued the moment they open them. With […]

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Evolution of Custom Labels: From Handwritten Tags to Smart Labels

TL;DR Custom labels have evolved from handwritten tags to advanced digital and smart labels. Early labels were simple but lacked durability, consistency, and branding power. Printing innovations introduced mass-produced paper labels and pressure-sensitive “peel-and-stick” options. Digital printing made labels faster to produce, cheaper for small batches, and easier to customize. Modern labels use specialty materials, […]

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How to Pack Cookies for Shipping

Proper cookie packaging for shipping matters. Whether you are a home baker sending a gift or a small business fulfilling orders, the goal is the same: cookies should arrive fresh, intact, and exactly as intended. A cracked cookie can disappoint a recipient and affect how customers view your brand. In this guide, we cover how […]

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A Quick Guide to Standard Catalog Sizes

Key Takeaways: Catalogs come in various standard sizes, allowing brands to present their product’s story in the most memorable and impactful way possible. The ideal standard catalog size depends on multiple factors, including budget, design, amount of content, distribution method, and target audience. Certain industries require or favor specific catalog sizes and layouts. The prevalence […]

Custom Greeting Cards

Quick Guide to Standard Greeting Card Sizes

Greeting cards are often seen as personalized letters for extending well wishes and sympathy to friends and family. Nevertheless, businesses also use these cards to build and maintain relationships with customers and employees, helping humanize their brand. Greeting cards are available in various standard sizes, with the ideal one depending on factors such as the […]

Standard Calendar Size

Standard Calendar Sizes

When keeping track of tasks, schedules, or appointments, there’s nothing handier than a calendar. While digital apps can send you reminders, a printed calendar makes it easier to spot important dates, especially when you’re too busy to check your phone.Let’s say you’re planning your next custom calendar. It’s essential to understand standard calendar sizes, often […]

Standard Sticker Sizes

Guide to Standard Sticker Sizes

Custom stickers and labels have various applications and uses, from branding, product labeling, and packaging to wall decorations and DIY crafts. One of the most important things to consider when designing custom stickers and labels is their size. To ensure your stickers fit perfectly on the intended surface, we’ve created this guide to standard sticker […]

Postcards

Anatomy of a Postcard: Key Parts and Design Features

Postcards may be simple and small, but they’re an impactful way of connecting with people. From the design on the front to the stamp box on the back, each detail can play a role in how your message will be received — and that’s why it’s essential to understand their key features and components. In […]

EDDM Postcard Size Guide

EDDM Postcard Size Guide: Mailing Requirements and Best Sizes

Postcards remain a favorite among businesses when it comes to Every Door Direct Mail (EDDM) marketing. They’re affordable, eye-catching, and informative, perfect for an area-wide promotional campaign that showcases your brand’s products, services, and special offers to all households’ mailboxes. But before you start printing and sending postcards, it’s essential to follow EDDM guidelines implemented […]

brochures

Trifold vs. Z-Fold vs. Gate Fold: Which Brochure Should You Use?

When printing brochures, it’s not just about the design; you also have to think about how it’s folded and presented. Whether it’s for promotions, guiding guests, or launching a new product, a brochure’s fold styles can make a difference in shaping your customer’s reading experience. But how do you know which one you should use? […]

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