Creating Artwork Files

To create your own sticker artwork, you can use any program you are comfortable with, as long as you can end up with a file that is either:- .eps, .pdf, .jpg, .tif or .png

For vector based files (pdf and eps) make sure they are at the correct size and all fonts have been converted into shapes (or curves or outlines). We cannot guarantee the accuracy of fonts being matched if they haven't been converted.

If you are using bitmap based files (jpg, tif or png) create your file at the size the final sticker will be, with a resolution as close to 300dpi as possible. The higher the resolution, the clearer it will be. Files created at 72dpi (computer screen resolution) may appear blocky/jagged when printed. If you are unsure, print a copy or section out on your own printer at full size to see if it looks ok. Our printers do a good job of resmpling and fixing low resolution files, but if you start with a better file, you will get better results.

COLOUR ACCURACY

The colours you see on your screen may not match the colour of the file. As we can't see your screen, we print from the colour in the file. Usually this is fairly close, but if colour is critical to your final result, you should try and view your artwork on as many screens as possible, to see if the results are the same as well as running out a copy from your home printer. The colours from our printers are likely to be more vibrant than your home printer, and most people are more than happy with our results, but if you're not sure, and you don't have access to calibrated monitors, it is better to order a colour proof before printing a large run.