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Guide to artwork & ordering

  1. All files should be supplied as you want them to look i.e. black on white and right reading.
  2. All artwork will be reproduced at the size supplied, unless you tell us otherwise. We can reduce or enlarge artwork free of charge.
  3. We can only accept digital files, EPS, PDF, ai or Tiff’s preferred.
Illustrator

If you are supplying your artwork in Adobe Illustrator and need some help, CLICK HERE for more information.

Photoshop

If you are supplying your artwork in Adobe Photoshop and need some help, CLICK HERE for more information.

Microsoft Word

Word does not embed fonts, so if you are using an unusual font, please supply this to us. You must also supply a visual of your design, by email (screen shot) so that we can be sure we are recreating exactly what you expect.

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How to order

Our blocks/dies are priced by the sq cm, and our minimum area is 50 sq cm.

If you would like quote please email us at hello@hotfoil.co.uk we will provide you with a no obligation quote within the hour.

If you are ordering from us for the first time, please include your full contact details, including a telephone number.

Let us know which gauge/thickness you require; if you’re not sure, please ask us and we will be happy to advise you.

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Artwork hints & tips

Recreating artwork? Don’t know the font? Check these handy sites:
https://www.myfonts.com/WhatTheFont/
http://www.identifont.com/

Drawing and illustration not your strong point? These sites have high quality vector images:
https://www.istockphoto.com/gb
https://www.shutterstock.com/vectors
https://pixabay.com/

Don’t have access to Adobe Illustrator? Try this free vector software:
https://inkscape.org/

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We love rosettes

We love rosettes and we always make them look outstanding. Our own exclusive range of designs can be personalised to suit your needs (click here for stock images)and or you can send us your own artwork.

If you need any advice – whether it’s a design issue or foil application, we’ve always got time to help.

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Postage

We’re committed to delivering your plates with the most efficient and cost-effective shipping methods possible. We utilise a network of trusted couriers and Royal Mail, and your shipping cost will be calculated based on the weight of your package. We strive to keep shipping costs as low as we can.