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Foil Printing: 5 Ways to Shine
Looking to add a touch of sparkle to your designs? Foil printing could be just what you’re looking for. Perfect for Wedding Invitations, Business Cards, Stickers, or even Desk Calendars, foil embellishments bring a luxurious finish that’s sure to catch the eye.
At Printed.com, we make it easy to elevate your designs with Digital Foiling available across a wide range of products. From stunning wedding prints to standout business stationery, we’ve got you covered. Here are five inspiring ways to use foil printing to make your designs truly shine.
Desk Calendar with Silver Foil
Why Choose Foil Printing?
Foil printing is a technique where foil is applied to paper for eye-catching, metallic, or matte detailing. It’s an easy way to make a lasting impression by adding depth and intrigue to designs. Typically, it comes in shimmering finishes like gold, silver, rose gold, or even vibrant hues like red and blue and even white foil can be added to darker backgrounds to really make prints pop.
By incorporating foil printing, we make it accessible for any creative professional or DIY enthusiast to achieve high-end finishes. With advantages like no setup fees and shorter turnaround times, this innovative technique is perfect for everything from personal craft projects to professional marketing materials.
Wondering how to make foil printing work for your brand or design? Read on for five ways to transform everyday items into memorable creations.
1. White Pearl Foil Wedding Invitations
Wedding Invites with White Pearl Foil
Make your special day unforgettable with our elegant white foil Wedding Invitations. Crafted with premium materials and meticulous detail, these invitations feature a modern design with luxurious foil accents that shimmer beautifully. The clean lines and timeless foil details suit any wedding theme, from classic to contemporary.
These invitations set the tone for your celebration and serve as a keepsake for you and your guests. Pair them with matching Envelopes, RSVP cards, and inserts for a cohesive stationery suite that complements your wedding vision. Customisation options ensure your design reflects your unique style and story, leaving a lasting impression.
Wedding Stationery is the first glimpse your guests get of your big day, and foil accents add instant sophistication and glamour. If white foil isn’t your style, explore shimmering gold, rose gold, or silver foil options to create invitations as memorable as your event.
Quick Tip:
A high-quality ultra-smooth paper paired with stunning foil details adds a tactile element of luxury that your guests will notice and appreciate.
2. Business Cards that pop
Business Cards with Silver Foiling
Want to make networking unforgettable? Foil printing is a great way to transform a simple Business Cards into a statement piece. Whether it’s a metallic logo, your name in gleaming gold, or subtle accents along the edges, foil adds sophistication and professionalism to your personal brand.
Here at Printed.com we offer a range of Business Card printing options with custom foil printing to suit your needs. Explore bold silver lettering for tech-focused designs or try gold foil Business Cards with matte black with for a timeless, elegant finish.
Quick Tip:
Choose heavier card stocks for your Foil Business Cards to give them a sturdy, premium feel. It’s an easy way to catch attention and make a lasting impression.
3. Greeting Cards that sparkle
Greeting Card with Gold Foiling
Greeting Cards are a great opportunity to experiment with foiling, especially if you’re selling your own designs. A shimmering finish adds a premium touch that recipients will love, perfect for weddings, birthdays, holidays, or corporate thank you cards.
Pair your design with contrasting colours and foiling to create a striking visual impact. For instance, combining glossy gold text with a vibrant blue background and pink decorative elements can add depth and texture to your design.
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Choose foil accents for festive details like stars, snowflakes, or even sentimental typography. Whether you’re mass producing for small business sales or creating bespoke designs, foil details will make your cards stand out in all the right ways.
4. Gold Foil Stickers that standout
Gold Foil Stickers
If you’re looking for a creative way to brand your business or decorate packaging, foil Stickers are the way to go. Foiled Stickers with metallic foil instantly stand out, making them ideal for adding flair to your product packaging, envelopes, or promotional giveaways.
Our Sticker range can be tailored with foil accents to match your brand’s personality. Use them to seal product boxes, accessorise event swag bags, or send a unique thank you note to customers with an extra level of care.
Quick Tip:
Full foiling on your stickers can create a bold, eye-catching effect that truly makes your designs stand out.
Please note that our stickers can only be produced using foil, we are unable to combine CMYK printing with foil. You’ll need to select a single foil colour for your design, allowing the paper beneath to shine through and bring your creation to life.
5. Postcards with pizzazz
Postcard with Gold Foiling
Postcards might feel like a thing of the past, but they’re still a fantastic way for businesses and creatives to stand out. Whether you’re working on direct mail campaigns, promotional offers, or artistic prints, foiled postcards can help you make a lasting impression. Their sleek, high quality finish grabs attention and provides something recipients will want to keep.
Create personalised postcards with precise foil detailing to bring your vision to life. Highlight your brand logo with a touch of shimmer, draw attention to key offers like a seasonal sale or elevate your artwork to create a product that’s retail ready.
Quick Tip:
Align your foil colours with your brand’s palette for a polished, cohesive look, or pair them with bold background tones to make your designs pop.
Add Sparkle to Your Next Print Project
No matter what you’re designing, foil printing is a versatile and exciting option for adding elegance and creativity. From enhancing the look of desk calendars to making business cards unforgettable, a little shine goes a long way in bringing designs to life.
Want to see for yourself? It’s really easy to get your artwork ready for foil print. It actually only takes three steps! (No, really). Plus with our handy video tutorial and artwork guide to getting it right we’ll have your project sparkling in no time.
New to it all? Don’t worry, if you need a hand just give our friendly Customer Service Team a call on 0800 840 1430, or chat with them live on site.
Happy foiling!
About the author
Meet Drew! As part of the Printed.com marketing team, Drew spends her days crafting content. When she’s not working her magic on marketing, you’ll find her enjoying quality time with her daughter and her furry friend, Archie.
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