Artwork Guidelines

How to set up your file so it prints perfectly first time.

Before you upload

Six quick checks that stop most print problems.

File type

PDF is best. We also take JPG, PNG, TIF, EPS and PSD files.

Add 3mm bleed

Extend your background 3mm past every edge so there’s no white line after trimming.

Keep a 3mm safe area

Keep text and logos at least 3mm inside the edge so nothing gets cut off.

Use high quality images

Upload the highest quality file you have. Images copied from websites often print blurry.

Check your spelling

We print exactly what you send, so read it through before you upload.

Right size

Set up your file at the size you ordered, or the same shape if it’s smaller.

Bleed and safe area

Bleed is the extra 3mm of background around the outside of your design. It gets trimmed off, but it means your colour goes right to the edge.

The safe area is 3mm inside the trim line. Anything important, like text, logos and phone numbers, should stay inside it.

Our online designer shows both for you, sized to the product you pick.

Keep text and logos in here Safe area: 3mm inside the trim line BLEED 3mm – extend your background to here TRIM LINE – where we cut

How we check your artwork

Every file you upload goes to our design team, who check it’s good enough quality to print. If it is, we start production straight away. If you don’t hear from us, your order has been given the green light.

If we spot a problem with the quality, we’ll put your order on hold and get in touch to sort it out with you.

File too big to upload?

Email it to us with your name and order number and we’ll add it to your order.

Spelling and wording

We aren’t responsible for spelling or grammar mistakes in artwork you upload, so please check your wording carefully before you send it.

Don’t have artwork?

Design it online

Use our designer on the product page. It’s already set to the right size.

Let us design it

Our design service creates your artwork for £20.

Send it later

Place your order now and email your artwork when it’s ready.

Not sure what you need?

Tell us about your event or project and we will recommend the right product, size and finish.