Relationship Tips – Wedding Invitation
Earlier letterpress invitations were made using moveable type and a printing press. The moveable type was handset in reserve and then pressed into the high quality cotton paper to provide an elegant deep impression. This process made letterpress expensive because this type of “oldstyle” set up required a great deal of time and effort from a skilled artisan. The process also utilizes environmentally friendly materials like water soluble photopolymer plates rather than harsh chemicals to etch the plates. The aluminum milled bases on to which the plate mounts, ensure a better quality print over the old wood bases.
The History of Letterpress Printing
In 1440, Johannes Gutenberg invented moveable type, though other people have also been credited with the invention. He could set them in a frame, or form, to print whatever words or sentences were asked of him.
With the Industrial Revolution came the advent of inked rollers that would pass along the plates and then move out of the way so a piece of paper could be placed in the press and the text then pressed into the paper.
Printing work was done for fast paced applications, such as newspapers, with rotary presses in the early 20th century. Today, Computer to Plate, or digital presses do most of the work where rotary presses used to suffice. These digital models work faster and much more efficiently for most commercial printing applications.
The History of Letterpress Invitations
Letterpress invitations became popular in the early 1990’s because of the resurgence of high quality craftsman and artisans who knew how to produce immaculate letterpress work. They are highly sought after because of the unique appearance in terms of style and texture.
When using letterpress for invitations, it is very important to remember that the quality of paper determines the overall result. Using a high quality cotton paper is essential to seeing a perfect invitation using this printing method. The wedding invitation will be a keepsake, and therefore must be done well, with no expense barred.
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