How to make a double parallel fold
To make a double parallel fold, paper is folded in half and then in half again in the same direction.
How to make a tri-fold (or letter fold)
A tri-fold is made by folding both sides of a paper in toward the middle to create three equal sections.
How to make a Z-fold
A Z-fold is made by folding a piece of paper into thirds, with one third folded forward and another folded backward.
How to make a gate fold
A gate fold is created by folding two ends to meet in the middle. This creates a large section in the center and two smaller ones on the sides.
Door Hanger Design Tips – Graphic Design Friday
Door hangers are effective marketing tools, but must be used strategically. Sharon has tips to make your design and layout more effective.
Custom calendar printing: How to make it work for you
Custom calendar printing is an inexpensive way to stay with your customers all year long. Here are some ideas to make yours successful.
Creating moods with fonts: Graphic Design Friday
This week our quick tip video is about creating moods with typefaces. The new PrintPlace.com video shows you what different fonts imply and how to make them say what you want.
Graphic Design Friday: Anatomy of type
We are discussing the anatomy of type in our Graphic Design Friday video today. It outlines the basic terminology of type anatomy in a succinct, but entertaining way.
Serif vs sans serif fonts
When should you use serif vs san serif? There are correct places to use serif fonts and others for san serif fonts. Today’s Graphic Design Friday video discusses the benefits of each, and when you should use them.
Graphic Design Friday: How to make a more profitable postcard
It’s graphic design Friday! Our graphic designer, Chambley, is back with some tips about creating marketing postcards today. When designing a postcard to print, the image is probably the most important piece.