![]() I’m more concerned with the gripper denting the stock. I don’t think the size of the coasters (4” x 4”, rounded corners) will be an issue. That really isn’t an option at this point in time (mainly because I haven’t found a reasonable source for parent sheets…and also because I’d like to avoid learning two non-trivial things on a given job to limit my risk). I know that many people have issues with the pre-cut coasters and prefer to get sheets and die cut them. This supplier sells pre-cut coasters (square). Am I silly to even think of using anything more than the 40 pt? (I’m a sucker for a thick coaster…but not at the expense of the press) While I like the idea of having a thicker coaster, especially if I’m printing it on both sides, I don’t want to buy the stuff and not be able to feed it, etc. The feeder did a pretty good job of it after some tweaking, so I’d feel comfortable going with the 40 pt coaster stock. Event Info This one day in-person workshop takes place at CBA on Saturday June 17 from 10am4pm: Saturday, June 17, 10:00am4:00pm Please. I’ve run a bit of Crane Lettra 220# through the press in the past (approximately 43 pt) and it was pretty thick stuff. In a perfect world, I’ll be printing both sides with minimal to less than moderate impression I want these to be distinguishable from offset coasters with a subtle and tactile impression…but your pint shouldn’t wobble! :) My coaster supplier is able to provide 40 pt, 60 pt and 80 pt thicknesses. This packing recommendation is designed to provide ‘kiss’ impression. Letterpress coasters are one of the most fun and functional products that we print. 1/25” is 40 pt (where 1 pt is 0.001” when measuring stuff like coaster stock).Ģ. This includes packing, tympan and the paper being used. Letterpress orders ship within 10-14 business days from final proof approval. I’ve read the related posts, but wanted to double check a few of my assumptions before taking the leap. Our personalized coasters are custom printed on recycled chipboard that is. Coaster stock (blotter) is good because it does the job and is cheap.Having survived my last job (with significant help from folks on Briar Press), I’ve decided to try printing some coasters on my Heidelberg. I do think your idea to use die-cut letterpress stock, like #220 thickness, is a good one- but you may end up spending an arm and a leg. I suggest you look into the impression strength you’re using on this type of stock, and try to be more careful about how much pressure you apply- back it off a bit and you’ll likely still see and feel the impression, but not crack the blanks. ![]() Recently I printed some coasters on Katz’s stock on my C&P, and I experienced the cracking as well under deep impression- the client kept asking me to add sheets of tympan until it eventually was about to bottom out, and the last one I was comfortable printing without thinking about my poor press was the one that cracked the coaster.īut fortunately, I backed the impression off just a bit and it went right away, without a noticeable difference in the actual bite depth. Try to fold a coaster and you’ll see what I mean. Ver más ideas sobre disenos de unas, etiquetas de cerveza, diseño de montaña. Our letterpress coasters can be single sided or double sided, and can feature your monogram, your favorite drink recipe, a meaningful quote or a special message for your guests. ….when you put the three of those things together, you end up with a brittle stock that will crack. Explora el tablero 'Coasters' de JONTHANDER, que 20.421 personas siguen en Pinterest. Drink coasters are a popular way to carry your invitation style through to your wedding day and they make a great keepsake for your guests. Unfortunately, though, what you’re asking the paper to do is be thick, absorbant, and stiff…… ![]() The sheets are really inexpensive for the thickness and it’s the right stock for coasters. Um, you can get some neenah blotter and then have it die cut. ![]()
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