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Ever wondered what actually happens when you order business cards? In this quick behind-the-scenes look at Shellharbour City Print Shop, we show how just three printed sheets can become 60 finished business cards using our card cutting machine. From printing the sheets to cutting the individual cards, here's a quick look at what happens behind the scenes at our local print shop in Warilla. Need business cards printed in Shellharbour, Wollongong or the Illawarra? We can help.

Before you get your brochure printed, there are a few simple things worth checking. After years in the printing industry, I've seen the same mistakes come up again and again. They might seem minor, but they can make the difference between a brochure that looks professional and one that looks cheap. 1. Text too close to the edge Keep important text and images away from the edge of your brochure. As a general rule, allow around 5mm of safe space around the edges. This gives you

If you've ever wondered, "Can I print from my phone?", the answer is yes. You don't need a printer at home. Simply find the document, PDF, Canva design, email, or other file you need printed and email it to your local print shop. At Shellharbour City Print Shop, we make it easy. Whether you need a single page or a larger print run, we're happy to help. Just send us your file, and we'll have it ready for you to collect. Printing from your phone is perfect for: Documents and PD

If you've ever asked for a quote on a 4-page booklet printed double-sided, you're not alone! It's one of the most common points of confusion we come across at Shellharbour City Print Shop. The reason is simple: in the printing industry, every side is counted as a page. For example, a folded booklet that many people think of as having four pages actually has: Front cover = Page 1 Inside left = Page 2 Inside right = Page 3 Back of the first sheet = Page 4 Front of the second sh

For many years, laminating was the go-to solution when you needed printed products to be waterproof and durable. Today, there's another option that's becoming increasingly popular – synthetic stock. Synthetic stock is a printable plastic material that looks and feels similar to paper, but it's waterproof, tear resistant and extremely durable. Because the material itself is waterproof, there's no laminate layer to peel, bubble or separate over time. When is Synthetic Stock a B

When it comes to giving your printed products a professional finish, one of the most common questions we hear is: "Should I choose gloss or matte lamination?" The answer depends on the look you're trying to achieve. Gloss Lamination Gloss lamination produces a shiny, reflective finish that makes colours appear brighter and more vibrant. It's a popular choice for brochures, flyers, postcards and promotional material where you want images and colours to really stand out. If you

Ever wondered what that neat wire binding on reports, presentations and manuals is called? It's called twin-loop wire binding, and it's one of the best ways to give printed documents a professional finish. In this short video, we explain what twin-loop wire binding is, why it's so popular, and the types of documents it's perfect for. Twin-loop wire binding is ideal for:• Reports• Presentations• Training manuals• Workbooks• Recipe books• School projects• Instruction manuals• C

Just a quick video to show you what different quantities of business cards actually look like. If you're ordering business cards for your business, it can be difficult to picture how many cards you'll receive. In this video, I show you what 250 business cards looks like, what 500 business cards looks like, what 1,000 business cards looks like, and what 2,000 business cards looks like. Seeing the different quantities side by side can help you decide which option is right for y

Roll-fold DL brochures are ideal when you need more space than a standard flyer but want something compact and easy to distribute. Perfect for menus, service guides, product information, event programs and promotional material. Printed locally with fast turnaround at Shellharbour City Print Shop.

In this video, I explain what a saddle-stitched booklet is. Saddle stitching uses folded pages that are stapled through the spine to create a neat, professional booklet. It's commonly used for product catalogues, company profiles, event programs, magazines, instruction booklets, price lists and promotional brochures. Saddle-stitched booklets are ideal when you want a professional presentation without the higher cost of more complex binding methods. They are lightweight, easy

Looking for professional catalogue printing in Shellharbour, Wollongong or the Illawarra? At Shellharbour City Print Shop, we print high-quality catalogues, booklets, lookbooks, manuals and product guides for businesses, organisations and community groups throughout the region. Whether you're producing a stylish product catalogue, a company profile, a retail sales booklet or a detailed industrial parts guide, we can help bring your project to life with sharp printing, vibrant

We recently completed this presentation folder printing job for a local customer. Presentation folders are ideal for quotes, proposals, marketing material and corporate documents. Shellharbour City Print Shop provides presentation folder printing throughout Shellharbour, Wollongong and Kiama.

One of the many things we can do for you, here at Shellharbour City Print Shop, is turn your digital artwork into printed artwork. It’s...

I’m Terry from Shellharbour City Print Shop and I’d like to take a second to explain to you what a strut board is. It’s such a simple...

Transcript from Terry’s video (on Youtube) about Gift Voucher Printing at Shellharbour City Print Shop. (Gift Certificates / Gift Cards)...

Transcript from Terry’s video (on Youtube) about Stickers and Labels Printing at Shellharbour City Print Shop. “Hi, it’s Terry here....

Transcript from Terry’s video (on Youtube) about Wide Format Printing at Shellharbour City Print Shop. "If you give me a couple of...

Transcript from Terry's video "Christmas present message" on Youtube and Instagram. Hi, I'm Terry from Shellharbour City Print Shop . If...