Two Formats, One Vision: Custom Typography Specimen for Eliza
When third-year design student Eliza Rogers needed her typography specimen printed to a professional standard, her lecturer pointed her straight to us. Titled ‘Twenty Typefaces That Changed the World’, Eliza’s project showcased not only design history but her own capability to think, curate and execute at a high level. She wanted the final print to reflect that same polish — and we delivered.
Two-Part Print That Worked in Tandem
This project was split into two complementary pieces: a larger 200 x 290mm perfect bound book, and a smaller A5 saddle-stapled booklet, designed to sit neatly inside. The larger document included a die-cut slit and pocket on the inside front cover — built to house the smaller booklet. Clean, intentional, and user-focused.
We ran the job on our Ricoh C9100 digital press, choosing Advance Laser stock for its smooth finish and sharp print quality — 300gsm for covers and 120gsm internally.
Custom Finish, Student Budget
Eliza took it one step further and laser-cut the A5 booklet cover herself. A smart move that gave the piece an edge — literally — while keeping production costs student-friendly. We handled the rest: precise trimming, staple stitching, and the perfect binding (completed by Andrew at Book Binding Etc) for a finish that looked anything but DIY.
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Specifications
Finished size:
200 x 290mm & A5 148 x 210mm
Stock:
300gsm & 120gsm Advance Laser
Colours:
CMYK throughout.
Finishing:
Saddle staple A5 booklet which Eliza laser cut cover design in advance. Larger document perfect bound by Andrew at Book Binding Etc.
Elegant Print, Tiny Format: A Mini Cookbook for The Aristologist
The Aristologist is one of New Zealand’s most distinctive publications—a journal and symposium series dedicated to preserving the food history of Aotearoa and its neighbours. When editor Duncan Galletly came to us with A New Zealand Cookbook by Pummereboo, a quirky 20-page volume of recipes from 1849, including gems like “Dog Tail Soup,” the brief was simple: make it small, sharp, and archival. At just 75 x 100mm, this project pushed the limits of what’s practical in booklet printing—and that’s exactly why he came to us. We’ve been printing The Aristologist journal for 15+ years, and when something unique is needed, we know how to deliver.
We digitally printed 70 copies using a mix of high-quality stocks for both look and feel. The sky-blue cover was printed CMYK on 240gsm Pop’Set—an uncoated, smooth paper that holds colour beautifully and feels great in-hand. The internal pages were printed in crisp black ink on 135gsm Eco-100, a 100% recycled stock that lends both texture and integrity. Finished with saddle-stitching and precision-trimmed to miniature size, the result is a compact print piece that feels deliberate, not gimmicky.
Not every print shop tackles projects this small, but after years working with The Aristologist, we’ve learned how to get the details right when it matters most.
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Specifications
Finished size:
75mm (W) x 100mm (H)
Stock:
Cover: 240gsm Pop'Set Sky Blue
Pages: 135gsm Eco 100
Colours:
Cover printed CMYK 1 side and pages printed black throughout.
Finishing:
Crease, saddle staple and trimmed to size.
Reusable and Ready to Go: Free-Standing Display Panels for Fix & Fogg
Fix & Fogg, Fix & Fogg, the Wellington-based legends behind some of the world’s best nut butters, approached us with a clear brief: they needed eye-catching, portable display panels that could hold their own at food shows—and be reused across multiple events. These displays had to be easy to store, tough enough to handle transport, and most importantly, stand up.
We delivered exactly that. Using our Roland XR-640 printer, we produced vibrant, full-colour prints on Avery Dennison MPI 2904 gloss permanent vinyl. That vinyl was then mounted to 3mm Paylite panels—lightweight, durable, and clean-edged—before being precision trimmed and fitted with a fold-out strut on the reverse. The result? A crisp, freestanding panel that flat-packs for storage, stands solid on-site, and turns heads wherever it’s placed.
Over the past six months, we’ve worked closely with the Fix & Fogg team to create more than 10 different variations of these panels—ranging from menus and price lists to promotional messaging and event signage. It’s a simple, low-cost format that punches well above its weight.
Here’s what Shenae from Fix & Fogg had to say:
“The Colourcraft team are amazing. Their work is second to none and we always have a quick turnaround. Thanks Team!”
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Specifications
Finished size:
A4 & 250mm x 150mm
Stock:
Avery Dennison MPI 2904 vinyl & 3mm paylite
Colours:
Printed in CMYK.
Finishing:
Mount vinyl to paylite panel and trim to size. Apply foldout strut to the back of each panel.
Other Projects for Fix & Fogg
Premium Impressions: Custom Key Cartons for Faisandier Group
Faisandier Group is a Lower Hutt-based property developer known for building high-quality townhouses across the Hutt Valley. They've been with us since day one—literally. When the company launched in 2016, they knew who to call for print. So when the team came to us with a packaging problem, we listened. They were handing over keys to new homeowners (often first-time buyers) in cheap, generic plastic boxes. It didn’t reflect the care and quality they put into their homes. They needed something better. Something worthy of the moment.
We designed and produced a bespoke two-piece key carton crafted specifically for Faisandier’s handover experience. Each box is built from thick, 320gsm Popset Black card, screenprinted with a subtle spot UV varnish that delivers a black-on-black branding effect, understated but premium. The cartons are diecut to final shape, supplied flat and unassembled, giving Faisandier flexibility for storage and use. It's a small format (85 x 65 x 30mm), but it hits hard on presentation.
Once we delivered, Simon left us a google review that says it better than we ever could:
“The finest printer in all the land! I've been working with Colourcraft for years and they've never let me down. Conversely, I have let them down many times with ridiculous requests due to my lack of planning and preparation and they have never complained or cut me loose, amazing really.
When all those other printers get wobbly legs and start dropping out of the race, crying out for water and complaining that their legs are sore... Colourcraft are gliding majestically out in front, effortlessly, unmercifully crushing their competition with the greatest service a customer could ever hope for.
Their expert advice and guidance has steered me in the right direction when my hair-brained ideas could have ended in absolute disaster. They know their stuff. I'm stirred to write a poem about how much I appreciate Colourcraft but I think this review will lose all credibility if I do, so I shall refrain. I'd give them 6 stars if Google would let me. Colourcraft is Wellington’s printer of choice.”
– Simon Faisandier, Director
That kind of feedback’s exactly why we do what we do. If you’re after something special for your next project, or just want to avoid wobbly-legged printers get a fast, tailored quote with no pressure.
Specifications
Finished size:
85(W) x 65(D) x 30mm(T)
Stock:
320gsm Popset Black.
Colours:
U.V. gloss varnish on outside.
Finishing:
Diecut and supplied flat.
Other Projects for Faisandier Group
Custom Playing Cards for Events, Campaigns & Creators — Made in NZ
Whether you're launching a branded game for an event, creating a training tool, or developing your own playable card deck, we help bring your idea to life — one card at a time. Our clients range from government departments and game designers to agencies building experiential campaigns for their clients.
All cards are printed and finished in-house at our Wellington facility and delivered NZ-wide. No minimum order — so whether you need one prototype or a full production run, we’ve got you covered.
Why choose Custom Playing Cards?
Cards are a uniquely interactive medium — tactile, visual, and built for engagement. Ours are printed on 0.36 mm stock (thicker than most commercial decks), laminated with a durable matt finish and precision cut with rounded corners.
Need custom shapes, sizes, or boxes? No problem. We use digital die-cutting — no tooling required — so your game can look exactly how you imagined it. We also produce tuck-in cartons, two-piece boxes and fully custom packaging.
From environmental education to kapa haka celebration to bespoke art — we’ve helped bring all kinds of custom card decks to life. For Wilderlab’s eRangers game, we printed a durable, high-quality deck used in schools to teach students about waterways and environmental monitoring. For the Ministry for Culture and Heritage, we produced 500 sets of custom 36-card decks for Te Matatini — a kapa haka celebration delivered as a tactile, take-home experience. And when Kingsley Attwood, a designer and photographer, created a full 52-card deck with unique illustrations on every face, we helped bring his vision to print with accuracy and premium finishing.
Each project had a different story — but they all needed the same thing: a print partner who could get the details right.
Here’s what one of our clients said:
"Used Colourcraft to print off the cards for a board game I created. They were brilliant — very patient with my lack of printing knowledge and explained all the options clearly. The final product was perfect, really professional and great quality. Very happy with the service. Highly recommend using them." – Josh Scoulding
Want to print your own game? Let’s make it happen. Request a free, no-obligation quote.
Built to Be Played
- Premium 0.36 mm card stock — casino-grade thickness
- Matt laminated for soft-touch feel and long-term durability
- Standard rounded corners included
- Fully custom sizes and shapes — no die tooling required
- Print one deck or 1,000 — no minimums
- Optional tuck boxes, two-piece cartons, or custom packaging
- Fast turnaround from our Wellington print facility
- Digitally printed for accurate vibrant colour and crisp detail
