Marrakech + Mountains

This save the date for a weekend in Morocco was inspired by tile work, cool greens, blues and sweet oranges.  The updated chevron/mod mountain pattern would also make a great print for a table runner, along with low bowls of oranges and bougainvillea, set on a long wood table, at sunset.

Double Trouble!

Spring has sprung into overdrive and faded quickly into summer already, there is no beach for miles, thus we are longing to remain in the shop as much as possible.  To that end, we've launched a double trouble business card special.   We will match your business card order of 100 cards with an additional complimentary 100 cards. We can print up to 2 individual's cards, or treat yourself to a double batch, but the ink color must be the same for all. 


More details here.

Coasters

We worked with Rose and Sara at SOL Marketing Concepts to print and die cut this sunny end of year gift for their clients.  The saturated orange referenced the "o" in the SOL logo, and the same color was used on the calendar side.  When the month is up, attach these to your view, be it wall or window, for everlasting pops of color and cheer.

Holiday Letterpress 2011

It's rainy and grey in Austin today.  I'll take it!  Some bright, new client projects we're working on this season.  

Summer Vacation...

Our east coast summer vacation has been unexpectedly extended due to Hurricane Irene.  We've got family, beer, a propane grill and loads of board games.  Not to mention a luxurious extended break from the 150 degree days frying Austin.

July Business Card Workshop

Business Card Workshop

Session 1: Saturday, July 16

Session 2: Saturday, July 30

12pm – 3pm

Class size limited to individuals or a group of 2 (split the cost with a friend!)

$35/hour for press use and private instruction (3 hour minimum: $105)

$120 for plates and paper

Letterpress print your own business cards!

You will print 250 2 color, 2”x3.5” business cards (additional quantity is possible, please inquire)

You’ll provide the design; we’ll provide the instruction.  Learn the basics of letterpress printing on the flatbed Challenge proof press: mixing ink, press make ready, and printing from a polymer plate.  Your letterpress-compatible design (specs below) is needed 1 week prior to the workshop.  The plate will be ready to go when you arrive. 

Please email info@vertallee.com to register!

File specs:

• Line art and type are best for letterpress (see image above.)  Large solids and heavy coverage are worst for letterpress.

• Illustrator or pdf files with all fonts outlined and spot colors are required.

Tribeza Mag

It was nice to find a little post about our shop on the Tribeza Magazine blog this morning.