Looking to glam up your current business cards or creating your first custom business cards?
Take a look at this neat infographic – it's a great guide for designing or redesigning your own cards. With advice on choosing the right font, shape, getting the right colours and choosing the perfect materials, this guide will definitely come in handy for you.
To wind up another week, here are some refreshing samples of very unique business cards for your viewing pleasure.
If any of these cards give you some inspiration for your next design – don't forget to to drop by or give us a call so we can help you get started. 
Finishing is the value-added process that takes place after printing. It is the general term used to define anything done to a product after it is printed. In fact, the most critical element of the printing process is the finishing because it can help turn "common" into "unique", and "ordinary" into "extraordinary". At Colour Time, we offer a wide selection of finishing options, ranging from UV coating, embossing and foil stamping to special folds, die cuts, and glueing.
Today we focus on 5 common finishes that you can apply to your designs:
1. Varnish
This is one of the most used finishes in printing. A varnish finish is a colourless coating of either gloss, matte, silk or satin – it is applied to enhance the look and feel of a design and can also protect the paper from wear-and-tear. It can also be applied to a selected area of the design (referred to as "spot varnish") to highlight or emphasize specific elements.
Much more than just a regular "calling card", a business card is a downright necessity. If you have ever found yourself in a situation where you have completely run out of cards for a substantial period of time, you'll learn to appreciate just how valuable they really are!
It is no new fact that the business card is the socially-accepted way of introducing one's self politely to a new or prospective client. It is an expression of you and your company, and plays a significant role long after you have met the person. It is the first impression that leaves a lasting impression. Business cards are the type of print collaterals that may be TINY, BUT MIGHTY!
And while getting them well-designed is one thing, getting them well-printed is another. At Colour Time, we can accomplish both.
The ideas for business card finishing are endless. However, budgets are not. All you have to do is tell us what you want and what budget range you have. Our experienced consultants can give you special and innovative ideas on die cutting, foil stamping, embossing and other post-press services. We have a great portfolio we'd love to share with you.
Today we feature a simple yet striking business card. Take a look!
Dimensions: 3.5" x 2"
Paper Type: UltraWhite Mohawk Superfine Cover in 100lb, double-thick
Print Process: Offset printing, colour embossing, lamination
Design Colour/s: Full colour – CMYK
In a world that is saturated with business cards, having a card with unique attributes will definitely give you the upper hand. Remember: Your business card is your best lead retention tool. You will be handing it out every single day. Don't skimp on quality – let us help you!
For more information, read our sections on Offset Printing, Digital Printing, Bindery & Finishing.