QinPrinting's Blog
We offer insights on printing services, design tips, and industry trends, helping you achieve the best print quality.
Newly Published
A complete guide to cover materials, foil stamping, gold gilded edges, ribbon markers, dust jackets, slipcases, and protective export packaging Printing a premium hardcover Bible...
Books
A complete guide to cover materials, foil stamping, gold gilded edges, ribbon markers, dust jackets, slipcases, and protective export packaging
Paper selection is where Bible printing diverges most sharply from standard book production. In a typical book, paper weight is
Pick up any board book and you'll notice immediately that it feels different from every other book you've ever held.
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
When you request a hardcover book printing quote, clear details make all the difference. The more precisely you describe your
When planning to print a book, one of the first choices you'll face is whether to make it a paperback
Choosing the right trim size is one of the simplest ways to lower your book printing cost. Pick an efficient
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
Card decks are the building blocks of products such as board games, trading card games, or tarot cards; therefore, an
A practical guide for producing effective custom board games for classrooms, businesses, and institutions. Designers often think of board games
Cards Printed by QinPrinting The paper and surface finish you choose for your game cards affect every aspect of 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
Here's a secret the big candle brands don't want you to know: that $65 candle in the gorgeous box? The
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
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
A complete guide to cover materials, foil stamping, gold gilded edges, ribbon markers, dust jackets, slipcases, and protective export packaging
Pick up an art book, a premium whisky box, or a luxury hardcover Bible and run your finger across the
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
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
Boost business and drive consumer loyalty with a well-designed and professionally printed coupon booklet Coupon booklet printed by QinPrinting Like
Our guide to nonprofit printing for outreach and fundraising activities Photo by cottonbro studio via Pexels.com Nonprofit organizations play an
We explain everything you need to know to design a high quality fashion lookbook that sells your collection Fashion Lookbook
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