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Kaizen Weddings: 2019 Stationery Trends

Here at Kaizen Weddings we always want to keep up to date with what is going to be in trend this coming year and as such we have written the following article letting you in on all of the latest Stationery Trends for 2019. Using Illustrations on Wedding Stationery This is something that we have […]

Top uses for Folded Flyers

Standard flyers are great for when you have a small amount of information that you want to distribute quickly and over a large area. However, what about the times you have more to say? The last thing you want to do is overload your standard flyer with copious amounts of information, as people won’t want […]

Business cards: Be bold, be bespoke

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Consumers have really never had it easier, in 2019 we live in such a competitive environment and while that’s great for the customer, as they have more choice than ever before, brands really have to think outside the box in order for their business to succeed. There is one way to successfully do this; bespoke […]

Common Print mistakes and how to avoid them

When it comes to printing, there is a lot more that goes into it than you might think, and also a lot more mistakes that people make, that makes the process harder than it has to be. Within this article we are going to take a look at the most common mistakes people make and […]

The In’s and Out’s on Presentation Folders

Presentation Folders are great, but what exactly are they? What are their uses? How should they be set up for print? A lot of questions, but you can find out everything you need to know right here

Everything you need to know about booklet printing.

Everything you need to know before ordering A4 and A5 booklets and brochures

We here at kaizen are experts when it comes to all things print, we have put together this extensive guide to help you master the art of the booklet. Whether it’s designing or simply printing we want to answer all your questions and teach you everything you could possibly want to know about designing and […]

New Roller Banner Sizes

Whenever you consider roller banner printing for your business it’s always wise to consider the use of the roller banner and the specific intent you want it to follow: Key reasons to put up roller banners include: To inform customers of new products, services or promotional offers To provide identification or way finding in offices […]

Booklet Printing & Design Tips for the Masses

We’ve been printing booklets for years here at Kaizen print and over the last year we acquired a brand spanking new booklet maker which only made this so much easier and so much quicker. It allowed us to increase the capacity that we printed, getting everything out to you quicker. But we don’t just want […]

Charity Presentation Cheques

I recently read a linkedin article discussing the advantages and disadvantages of presentation cheques for charities and other organisations engaging in fundraising efforts. Throughout the comments discussion turned to the infamous “Cheque Photo”. How fundraising and the photo to congratulate has become so ingrained in our twitter feeds, it has possibly lost some of its […]

How Can PVC Banners Help Your Business?

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When it comes to the advertising of your business, PVC banners might not appear to seem the most efficient method nowadays, with so many companies advertising online.  However, don’t be fooled! PVC Banners or Vinyl banners are a fantastic way to get your brand out there and are actually more effective than you think.  PVC banners offer your business daily exposure, and if placed in the right […]

Why should you use Roll Up Banners?

As we enter into the beginning of the New Year, a lot of you out there will be planning the next few months for your business, such as what events you want to hold, what ones you are planning on attending or perhaps what expos and conferences you are planning on attending. With that in […]

Setting up your Magnetic Media Wall

Here at kaizenprint.co.uk we are happy to be able to offer you Media Walls as one of our print products. These are perfect for any of you who happen to be setting up at trade shows or other such events, as they are big and will present your brand for everyone to see. However we […]

Tips on designing amazing flyers

Even is this age of digital marketing, flyers continue to hold their own as one of the most widely used and highly effective marketing tools. Their ability to be almost anything to any business, alongside their cost effectiveness ensures they can be distributed far and wide without exuberant costs. The adaptability of flyer printing sizes […]

Tips for Designing Roller Banners

Roller Banners are a great product to bring to trade shows, exhibitions or even popping up outside venues or shops. However due to their size and the space you have to play about with, it is important that when designing them, you get everything right. In that sense, today we are going to take a […]

Different types of poster printing

Poster printing has been and still is a staple of marketing since the very beginning. Whether it was a case of drawing and making your own in your bedroom for show and tell in school, or getting them professionally printed to advertise the latest and greatest bar/club around Belfast, posters have been through it all. […]

Leaflet Printing: Absolutely everything you need to know

Leaflet Printing

To us, leaflets are not just a little bit of paper, but an opportunity for businesses and other groups to present their message to a wide audience. Leaflets can provide a sales message, a community notice and while the medium is paper, the content on each leaflet makes them unique and special.

Pantone Color of the Year 2019

Each year in December, Pantone, who are best known for their Pantone Matching System, launch their colour of the year. This yeah the Color Institute has chosen PANTONE 16-1546 Living Coral, as their color of the year. Today we’re going to explain a little bit more about what this is and what it’ll mean for […]

Design tips for booklet printing

Booklet printing is huge part of our business at Kaizen Print. In fact it’s an area we’ve put significant investment into. In the past 12 months we’ve purchased a brand new digital press and a heap of state of the art booklet finishing machinery. Our customers use all manner of booklet printing services within their […]

The Perfect Business Stationery Bundle

When you run a business, whether you are just starting out or you have been going for a few years now, it is important that you keep yourself right and have all of the stationery that is going to help you get your name out there and also seem professional to your clients and customers. […]

Leaflet Printing for Indie Fude

If you haven’t heard of Indie Fude, what rock have you been living under the past 2 years? With a well earned reputation for supplying on the highest quality Irish produce, Indie Fude who are based in Comber, Co.Down have captured the attention of many customers, local and abroad through their online business and retail […]

Personalised calendars: Keep your office running smoothly

Good time management and timekeeping skills are essential in the office, if you fail to manage your time well your business and work relations will take the brunt of the damage which is obviously unwanted. There are ways in which you can increase time keeping skills in your office either for yourself or your employee’s […]

Personalised calendars, what are the benefits?

Calendars dictate our everyday, as creatures of habit we stick to schedules to make our work flow digestible and certain dates each year mean a lot to us, such as birthdays, national holidays and anniversaries. Calendars are an important part of our everyday lives but yet they go almost completely unnoticed, installed in our phones, […]

Big Cheque Printing

Big cheque printing is something we’re experts at. Whether it’s a large cheque for presentation or a giant cheque for a photoshoot, we have created a range of products suited to every need and budget. We’ve put together this little presenter to show you all the personalisation options available on your presentation cheque. You can […]

Create precious family memories with our personalised Christmas cards.

Christmas really is a special time of the year, it’s a time for family and friends. A time where you show loved ones you care by the sending and receiving of gifts and Christmas cards. Make this Christmas different from all the rest by making it really special and sending out your own personalised Christmas […]

The Myths about Print Marketing

Within the print industry, especially over the past few years with the rise in popularity in digital media and digital marketing, a few myths have begun to arise. However, within this article we are going to take a look at some of the major ones and let you know that this is all they are; […]

Workplace Harmony – What is it and how to achieve it

Every business or office, whether it is full with 5 people or 50 people, are there own little worlds, with people from different cultures. Everyone working there is going to have their own personality, as such some may be more outgoing than others. Some may gel with their team immediately, while for others it may […]

How do presentation folders work?

Presentation folders are a force to be reckoned with when used correctly, separating you from peers or competitors. Perhaps you have an internal proposal? A presentation folder can help sway people to see your side of the argument using facts and figures to help shape opinion. It’s no wonder our presentation folders are so popular! […]

Calendar types: what works best for you

Calendars are a highly useful product, even as the digital age takes over and most people have a calendar on their phones or on their computer the printed calendar shouldn’t be underestimated. Printed calendars come in lots of different shapes and sizes and most people have one in their office or in their homes, and […]

Thank your customers with a branded calendar

Clients mean a lot to your business regardless of what sector you are in, retail or catering whatever it may be customers and suppliers and others you collaborate with are the ones that keep things running smoothly ensuring your business stays afloat. For all that support they give you, you should give something back. A […]

Why Students Choose Kaizen?

A large percentage of kaizen’s business comes from the thriving student population that surrounds our office, Queens is just round the corner and Ulster University is relocating to more central location. Whether it’s for end of year shows, powerpoint presentations or even flyers for events at the students union there is a lot of print […]

Business cards – what cardstock to use

Kraft paper, silk, uncoated, matt and gloss or unlamented. When it comes to what cardstock to use here at kaizen you really are spoilt for choice, but with so many choices how do you go about picking the right one? After it all it is your business card so you want it to be absolutely […]

Kaizen Weddings – Autumn/Winter Stationery Ideas

You can feel it in the air, that slight and sometimes not so slight change and coolness in the air. Autumn is arriving and in Northern Ireland, winter is never too far behind. However, despite the sudden want to just stay inside with the warmth, this time of year is often great for weddings. There […]

Personalised Christmas cards: the perfect gift for loved ones abroad

Christmas can be the happiest time of the year for most people it’s a time for family and friends, sharing and giving. A time for closeness and togetherness but it can also be a tough time for people who are missing family or friends that’s why it’s important to remember those who may have drifted […]

Desktop calendars: stay ahead of the competition

Desktop calendars are one of our favourite and most popular products around the new year, each year we design our own and send them out to our customers as a way of saying thank you for their custom, they really give you the opportunity to stay ahead of the competition and ensure customers are always […]

The Best Software For Designers

Aside from Kaizen Print, we also have a team of designers that make up our other business, Kaizen Brand Evolution. It is here that we focus on getting the right design for your printed materials. But it isn’t just that, as we are often tasked with Branding, Web Design, Logo Design among others. To do […]

When to send a Christmas card

The holiday period is a time of great happiness and joy, intended to be spent with the family relaxing and over indulging but it doesn’t always pan out like that the holiday period can also be a time of great stress, running about last minute to get presents, buying the turkey and post all your […]

5 Uses for Brochures in your Business

Here at kaizen we understand that brochures can be vital in setting your business apart from any competitors. Here’s 5 very broad examples on how a brochure can help you regardless of what your business involves:     Showcase     Set the tone     Sell     Inform     Persuade Showcase Firstly and foremost a brochure can be used to showcase your […]

Cherish family memories with a personalised calendar

Calendars are a highly useful resource, they enable you to keep track of your year and important dates which you shouldn’t forget, but that’s not the only reason calendars are so popular they are also popular because they look great, making them look right at home wherever you choose to display them, on your office […]

Christmas cards: The perfect product for your Photography business

Christmas cards are a big part of the holiday celebrations, sending a Christmas card is seen as a kind and considerate thing to do and many people take part in the tradition. However, on the high street there is relatively few places to buy Christmas cards that are specific to your region or area or […]

Tips For Designing Letterheads

When working in a business environment and the need to contact clients is there, it is safe to assume that you are going to have the need for letterheads at some point. Even if you don’t send many letters to your clients, they are always good to have, as you can quickly write down notes […]