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A behind-the-scenes look at a fine art book project born at the Swatch Art Peace Hotel, printed in China, and unveiled in Switzerland. When Swiss...
Books
A behind-the-scenes look at a fine art book project born at the Swatch Art Peace Hotel, printed in China, and
Self-published authors are some of my favorite clients. You pour your heart into your manuscript, often balancing a full-time job,
We guide you through everything you need to get it right. Print run planning sits between finance, sales, and production.
A complete guide for publishers and self-publishers Most authors and designers understandably spend long hours on words and cover art.
You've poured your heart into writing your manuscript. The illustrations are perfect. Now comes the most exciting (and sometimes terrifying)
Most authors and publishers already know what they want their book to look like—but when it comes time to request
Card Decks
Face cards are among the most recognizable and visually striking elements of a standard deck of playing cards. These cards,
How packaging shapes the value of your game and divination card products Designers of game card and divination decks alike
Whether you are designing a board game, trading card game, tarot deck, or promotional card set, understanding card deck sizes
A practical guide for producing effective custom board games for classrooms, businesses, and institutions. Designers often think of board games
A guide to selecting the best paper and surface finishing combination for your prints Cards Printed by QinPrinting Choosing the
We take a sideways, thinking-outside-the-box approach to game card design Card Decks Printed by QinPrinting Designing a card deck—whether it's
Board Games
How to get your printed board game from factory floor to player shelf efficiently and affordably. You've designed your game.
What independent designers and publishers need to know before sending files to print Board game design is hard work. Getting
A practical guide for producing effective custom board games for classrooms, businesses, and institutions. Designers often think of board games
Designing a board game takes imagination, patience, and persistence. But moving from a handmade prototype to a professionally printed run
We walk you through all the essentials you'll need to get down—over and above designing a game that's fun and
Designing your board game is only one step in a longer and more complex process. Whether self-financing your project or
Boxes & Paper Packaging
Quick Takeaway: Order 2,000+ units to cut costs by up to 66%, right-size your box dimensions, use 300–350gsm C1S paperboard,
The material you choose for your custom packaging boxes affects everything—from how your brand is perceived to whether your products
Packaging in 2026 isn't just about protecting products anymore—it's about telling stories, proving values, and creating unforgettable unboxing moments. The
Carton design is important in any sector but none more so than in cosmetics and luxury goods. Here's how to
At QinPrinting, we help you design folding cartons and boxes that spark joy for children and trust for parents. Walk
If your business runs high-speed packaging lines—and we're assuming it does because otherwise you wouldn't be reading this!—you already know
Print & Production Guide
Self-published authors are some of my favorite clients. You pour your heart into your manuscript, often balancing a full-time job,
You've poured your heart into writing your manuscript. The illustrations are perfect. Now comes the most exciting (and sometimes terrifying)
Most authors and publishers already know what they want their book to look like—but when it comes time to request
When choosing paper for book printing, one of the key decisions is gloss vs matte paper. Both are types of
If you're a writer, storyteller, or self-publisher, you've likely been in this scenario: "I've finished editing my book, and now
While the saying goes, "Never judge a book by its cover", in reality the cover—especially a hardcover—often decides whether a
Print Marketing
What you need to know to prepare your exhibition catalog or museum book for print If you work with a
Your business's annual report is a vitally important document. Getting the design and printing options right for your brand and
We walk you through the fundamental factors you'll need to consider to make high-quality art prints to sell Art Printed
Custom printed postcards can pack some serious marketing punch. Here, we explain why and how to boost your business —
It's never too early or late in the year to think about your next batch of seasonal greetings cards. A
Boost business and drive consumer loyalty with a well-designed and professionally printed coupon booklet Coupon booklet printed by QinPrinting Like
Printing Industry
People often ask me two questions:"Why did you start QinPrinting?"And, "Why is your slogan 'Passion in Every Page'?" From the
When I walked into a print shop for the first time in 1990, I never imagined that one day I
Learn about the advantages of offset for publishing houses and small presses We've noticed something over the past few years.
Quality, affordability, and expertise are what to look out for when choosing a wholesale printer Books Printed by QinPrinting When
As everyone in the sector feels the winds of change, we share our analysis of the latest evidence on the
As a major international offset printer, we work with publishers large and small every day. Certain questions come up again