Innovative Promotional Packaging: Droppah's Sucky Straws Carton
Droppah, the Wellington creators of easy online rostering software, wanted to showcase their brand and came to us to help get the word out.
Droppah's marketing team designed a carton in their distinctive branding, featuring the catchy slogan "Sucky Straws - Not Sucky Rosters".
Our team developed a custom carton structure to hold the Sucky Straws product and cut a prototype carton to test the form and function of the carton structure. Then printed 300 units on a premium 260gsm Cresendo single sided carton board before die cutting to shape.
The result unique and effective promotional tool that perfectly captured Droppah's brand and message.
Specifications
Finished size:
581 x 219mm flat
215 x 104 x 45mm once assembled
Stock:
260gsm Cresendo
Colours:
CMYK on the outside only.
Finishing:
Diecut to size. Weed to remove waste.
Fresh Branding for a Sweet Launch: Paylite Panels for Fix & Fogg
Fix & Fogg, one of New Zealand’s most creative nut butter makers, were gearing up to launch their new Pistachio Spread. They wanted to refresh an existing retail display stand so it could carry the new product branding and stand out in-store. The challenge? The unit was older, but the new panels had to give it a sharp, premium look without a costly rebuild.
We produced six paylite panels from Fix & Fogg’s supplied graphics, covering five shelf fronts and the display header. Each was printed on our Roland XR-640, a machine built for bold, vibrant colour and crisp detail even at large sizes. The graphics were printed onto Avery Dennison MPI 2904 self-adhesive vinyl, mounted on 3mm paylite and trimmed to size, giving a durable, professional finish ready for retail.
Alongside the panels, we also printed recipe cards, info sheets and scroll tags, everything the Fix & Fogg team needed to bring the Pistachio Spread story to life. The result was a refreshed display that looked smart, professional and retail-ready.
The client’s feedback said it best: the new display “looks so much smarter” and the assets were “so well done.” That’s exactly the outcome we aim for.
If you’d like to elevate your point of sale displays with the same level of polish, get in touch for a quick, obligation-free quote today.
Specifications
Finished size:
390 x 60mm & 400 x 350mm
Stock:
Avery Dennison MPI 2904 vinyl & 3mm paylite
Colours:
Printed in CMYK.
Finishing:
Mount vinyl to paylite panel and trim to size.
Premium Impressions: Custom Key Cartons for Faisandier Group
Faisandier Group is a Lower Hutt-based property developer known for building high-quality townhouses across the Hutt Valley. They've been with us since day one—literally. When the company launched in 2016, they knew who to call for print. So when the team came to us with a packaging problem, we listened. They were handing over keys to new homeowners (often first-time buyers) in cheap, generic plastic boxes. It didn’t reflect the care and quality they put into their homes. They needed something better. Something worthy of the moment.
We designed and produced a bespoke two-piece key carton crafted specifically for Faisandier’s handover experience. Each box is built from thick, 320gsm Popset Black card, screenprinted with a subtle spot UV varnish that delivers a black-on-black branding effect, understated but premium. The cartons are diecut to final shape, supplied flat and unassembled, giving Faisandier flexibility for storage and use. It's a small format (85 x 65 x 30mm), but it hits hard on presentation.
Once we delivered, Simon left us a google review that says it better than we ever could:
“The finest printer in all the land! I've been working with Colourcraft for years and they've never let me down. Conversely, I have let them down many times with ridiculous requests due to my lack of planning and preparation and they have never complained or cut me loose, amazing really.
When all those other printers get wobbly legs and start dropping out of the race, crying out for water and complaining that their legs are sore... Colourcraft are gliding majestically out in front, effortlessly, unmercifully crushing their competition with the greatest service a customer could ever hope for.
Their expert advice and guidance has steered me in the right direction when my hair-brained ideas could have ended in absolute disaster. They know their stuff. I'm stirred to write a poem about how much I appreciate Colourcraft but I think this review will lose all credibility if I do, so I shall refrain. I'd give them 6 stars if Google would let me. Colourcraft is Wellington’s printer of choice.”
– Simon Faisandier, Director
That kind of feedback’s exactly why we do what we do. If you’re after something special for your next project, or just want to avoid wobbly-legged printers get a fast, tailored quote with no pressure.
Specifications
Finished size:
85(W) x 65(D) x 30mm(T)
Stock:
320gsm Popset Black.
Colours:
U.V. gloss varnish on outside.
Finishing:
Diecut and supplied flat.
Precision Under Pressure: Custom Card Decks & Presentation Cartons for Datacom’s Datapay Event
When Datacom came to us ahead of a high-profile Datapay event, they needed something more memorable than a brochure, something tactile, premium and engaging. The ask: 50 full sets of custom-designed signal cards (35 per set), plus sleek, branded cartons to house each deck. Oh, and they needed it all in just over a week.
Tight timelines and complex finishing? We were in our element.
We prepped the card artwork for digital print on our Konica Minolta AccurioPress C4070, chosen for its outstanding colour fidelity and precise registration. Each card was printed double-sided in CMYK on 300gsm satin stock, finished with a matt laminate for durability and a refined, scuff-resistant texture. We digitally die-cut each one to 63 x 89mm with 4mm rounded corners — spot on, every time.
For the cartons, we used 320gsm Burano Nero Black — an uncoated, deep-black board known for its rich tone and consistency. The lids were screen printed in spot UV gloss varnish to highlight the Datapay brand with impact and precision. Each carton was assembled, packed with its custom card set, and delivered in full by the client’s deadline.
Once again, we delivered premium results under pressure, with no compromises.
Serious about quality? So are we. Every detail matters—and we don’t miss.
Get a tailored quote built to your needs
Specifications
Finished size:
Carton: Lid: 223 x 253mm, Tray: 229 x 255mm
Folded to 91 (W) x 66 (H) x 28.5mm (D)
Cards: 63 x 89mm
Stock:
Carton: 320gsm Burano Nero Black
Cards: 300gsm Satin
Colours:
Carton: Varnished with spot UV gloss.
Cards: CMYK both sides
Finishing:
Matt Laminate cards, diecut to shape and assembled.
Consistent Quality, On Demand: Marketing Collateral for Comprendé Property Management
When we first approached Comprendé Property Management back in 2018, they were already making waves in Wellington’s property scene. It took a few follow-ups, but we eventually won their trust, and we’ve been their go-to print partner ever since. Today, they manage nearly 800 properties across Wellington and the Hutt, and lean on us to produce the day-to-day print materials they use to communicate with prospects, landlords, and tenants alike.
We print and reprint a range of collateral for Comprendé, including A6 and A5 flyers, booklets, brocures, postcards and decals with each piece printed in full colour and creased, folded, or trimmed to spec. The consistency matters — especially for a brand that prides itself on professionalism and trust.
To keep things seamless, we’ve built a custom workflow just for them. Their artwork, whether supplied by their in-house marketing team or external designers, gets automatically checked and corrected for brand colours using specs we’ve stored from their guidelines. That way, no matter who sends the file, the final result always looks right. Combine that with 40+ orders a year, and you've got a system that saves everyone time.
Another 5-star google review we’re proud to share:
“Always happy to work with the team at Colourcraft, they provide high quality printing, are always fast to reply, have an incredibly fast product delivery and never fail to go the extra mile. Highly recommend trying out their services.” – Chelsea Healey
Serious about quality? So are we. Every detail matters, and we don’t miss. Get a tailored quote built to your needs.
Specifications
Finished size:
A6: 148mm (W) x 105mm (H)
A5: 148mm (W) x 210mm (H)
Stock:
Silk Matt 150-350gsm.
Colours:
Printed in CMYK throughout.
Finishing:
Creased, folded & trimmed to size.