Premium Student Work, Done Right: Aimee’s Typographic Specimen Booklet
Aimee a typography student came to us with a clear brief and a beautifully designed type specimen project part of her final hand-in for Massey University. She’d heard from her tutor that we were the go-to team for high-quality student work. And she wasn’t wrong. From the moment we saw her files, we knew this wasn’t a job for cheap paper and basic finishing.
To do the design justice, we printed her covers in solid white ink onto rich, velvety 300gsm Notturno Black card — a premium Italian board chosen for its depth of colour and texture. Inside, we used a mix of 128gsm Silk Matt (for colour accuracy), pearlescent, and transparent sheets to give contrast and rhythm across the 84 internal pages. Every section was imposed and supplied as flat, nested sets — ready for hand binding with exposed Coptic stitching by the talented Susan at Peacock Bindery.
The result? A piece that feels more like an art book than a student project. It’s tactile, layered and shows off Aimee’s type work with the clarity and presence it deserves.
Printing high-end student projects like this is something we genuinely enjoy and take just as seriously as any commercial job.
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Specifications
Finished size:
200mm (W) x 290mm (H)
Stock:
Cover: 300gsm Notturno black card.
Pages: 128gsm Silk Matt, pearlescent and transparent papers
Colours:
Cover printed in white only, pages printed in CMYK throughout.
Finishing:
Imposed and supplied to client as nested saddle folded sections, for client to coptic stitch.
Crafted with Care: Printing Rose & Max's Wedding Invitation Set
At Colourcraft, we had the privilege of bringing Rose and Max's wedding invitation set to life. The couple entrusted us with their thoughtfully designed invitations, and we took charge of the printing process.
These crafted ceremony and reception invitations were printed in full colour on one side of Eco-100 300gsm paper. Our choice of Eco-100, a fully recycled Chlorine Free paper, reflects our commitment to sustainable practices.
The end result is a stunning set of wedding invitations that captures Rose and Max's unique style. With our meticulous attention to detail and dedication to quality, we ensure that our work leaves a lasting impression.
Specifications
Finished size:
Ceremony 105 x 148mm
Reception 105 x 105mm
Stock:
Eco-100 300gsm
Colours:
Printed colour one side
Finishing:
Trim to size
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Custom wedding panels: Printed with thought and care
At Colourcraft, we take pride in creating custom pieces that add a special touch to life’s most memorable moments. Matt and Ros approached us to produce a seating chart for their wedding, to help guests find their places and set the tone for the celebration.
We used our trusted Roland XR-640 printer to ensure a quality result. Known for its vibrant colour accuracy and durability, it deliverers a full-colour print that resists scratches, fading, and water—perfect for withstanding the hustle and bustle of a wedding day.
The design provided by Matt and Ros was printed on high-quality white gloss permanent vinyl, which we mounted onto a 3mm thick Paylite board. Then trimmed to A2 size (420 x 594mm).
During wedding season, we’re proud to produce seating charts and other wedding panels for couples across New Zealand nearly every week. Our attention to detail and dialled in process ensure that every piece reflects the quality and thought put into clients planning their wedding day..
Planning your big day? Let Colourcraft help with custom wedding panels designed to impress.
Specifications
Finished size:
A2 (420 x 594mm)
Stock:
Avery Dennison MPI 2904 vinyl and 3mm paylite
Colours:
Printed in CMYK
Finishing:
Mount vinyl to Paylite panel and trim to size.
Custom Playing Card Printing NZ: Educational Decks for the Ministry for Culture & Heritage
In early 2023, the Ministry for Culture & Heritage approached us to produce 500 sets of custom playing cards and cartons for the Te Matatini Kapa Haka Festival — a nationwide celebration of Māori performing arts. The cards were designed as a giveaway educational tool for festival attendees. The Ministry needed premium print quality, durable materials and a partner who could deliver on a tight deadline.
We digitally printed 36 unique card designs per set on sturdy 350gsm Silk Matt board, ensuring a smooth, high-quality finish that feels great in hand. Each card was precision die-cut with rounded corners using our standing cutting dies, then paired with matching cartons printed on 300gsm Silk Matt. The cartons were glued, assembled and packed ready for distribution — all within just five working days from order to delivery.
From accurate colour reproduction to consistent cutting and assembly, every detail was handled in-house for maximum quality control. This project shows what’s possible when cultural storytelling meets precision print.
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Specifications
Finished size:
Playing Cards: 63 x 88mm
Carton: 191.5 x 157.5mm
Stock:
Playing Cards: 350gsm Silk Matt
Carton: 300gsm Silk Matt
Colours:
CMYK throughout
Finishing:
Diecut to shape, glue carton and assemble
Quietly Brilliant: Saddle-Stitched Wine List Booklets for Hippopotamus at QT Wellington
On the third floor of QT Wellington, you’ll find Hippopotamus — a dining destination that pairs French-inspired decadence with local New Zealand flavour. Their award-winning wine program is no exception. With a list that spans over 100 pages, printed materials here aren’t just practical they’re part of the experience. When the team needed a way to present their wine list with the same attention to detail as the menu itself, they came to us.
We produce Hippopotamus’ extensive wine list as an A5 black-and-white booklet, typically running 80–100 pages per edition. Printed on clean, lightweight 120gsm Advance Laser stock, then creased, saddle-stitched, and trimmed to size, the result is simple, elegant and totally fit for purpose. It’s a no-fuss piece that works hard, feels right in the hand and keeps the guest focused on what matters: an exceptional wine selection.
What really matters here isn’t the paper weight, it’s the trust. QT Wellington has worked with us on over 400 projects since 2016, and when something needs printing: fast, accurately and without compromise, they know we’ll get it done. That’s why we’re their go-to team for everything from signage to high-tea menus to wine lists like this one.
Another 5-star review we’re proud to share:
“How would I operate without Ben from Colourcraft! Marketing can be a chaotic world but I never feel like I’m hassling the team here. Ben always goes above and beyond with quick turnarounds and an eagle eye over any print jobs I send his way. Forever thankful.” – Nikita Rawnsley-Wratt - QT Wellington
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Specifications
Finished size:
A5: 148mm (W) x 210mm (H)
Stock:
120gsm Advance Laser
Colours:
Printed black throughout.
Finishing:
Crease, saddle staple and trimmed to size.
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