Luxury in the Details: Gold Foil Save the Date Cards for Jack & Maggie
When Jack & Maggie started planning their wedding, they had a clear vision: no generic invites—something bold, timeless, and remarkable. They were referred to us by another print shop that couldn’t produce the order and we were more than happy to step in. What they wanted was deceptively simple: a completely unprinted black card with all design elements done in gold foil. Clean. Minimal. Timeless.
We used 350gsm Notturno a premium deep black Italian board, chosen for its matte texture and rich colour that runs through the sheet. It’s a true luxury stock and pairs beautifully with hot foil. The cards were 148mm square, finished entirely in gold foil with no ink at all. That meant every graphic element, text, layout, accents had to be pressed in foil with complete precision.
Foiling like this isn’t for the faint of heart or budget. The process requires us to machine a custom metal block, dial in precise pressure and heat, and run each card through. It’s not cheap. Setup alone can run close to $500, which is why we only recommend this approach for clients who are absolutely committed to the look and are okay with the per-unit cost that comes with short runs. For those working to a tighter budget, we’ve got beautiful alternatives in our wedding stationery range that deliver high impact without the high spend.
Dreaming of something just as bold for your big day?, or want to find the right balance of wow factor and cost? Let’s talk. We’ll give you honest advice and a tailored quote with no pressure.
Specifications
Finished size:
148mm (W) x 148mm (H)
Stock:
350gsm Notturno.
Colours:
Unprinted.
Finishing:
Gold foil and trimmed to size.
Built to Last: High-Quality Workbooks for Wellington City Council’s Te Piere o te Reo (2024 Edition)
In 2024, the Wellington City Council came to us with a clear brief: produce a high-quality workbook for Te Piere o te Reo, a week-long event celebrating fluent te reo Māori speakers. They needed something that looked polished, felt great to use, and would hold up.
They originally considered embossing for the cover, but we suggested a smarter, more cost-effective option—spot UV gloss over a scuff-resistant matt laminate on 350gsm satin stock. The result was striking, durable, and a big hit with event attendees.
Inside, each 114-page workbook was printed in full colour on 100gsm offset stock, and wiro bound along the left edge for durability and ease of use. We used our Konica Minolta AccurioPress C4070, which gave us flawless colour consistency and perfect alignment across the run—every page sharp, every colour on point.
Here’s what the team at Wellington City Council had to say:
“Beautiful product. The team were a pleasure to work with—so professional and produced a high-quality product. What I loved the most was the advice on how to improve the product before printing. The small details mattered—THANK YOU!”
— Keli-Ann Wilson, Wellington City Council
One year later, we’ve just wrapped the 2025 edition—and we’re proud to still be trusted to deliver.
Want something similar for your business? Reach out for a free, no-obligation quote.
Specifications
Finished size:
210 x 297mm
Stock:
Covers: 350gsm Satin
Pages: 100gsm Offset
Colours:
CMYK throughout
Finishing:
Matt laminate and apply spot UV gloss varnish to covers, wiro bind on the left edge
Premium Impact: Pink Foiled Business Cards for Wall St Designs
When Wall St Designs a leading interior design consultancy in Wellington needed business cards that reflected their sophisticated, high-end aesthetic, they came to us. Their work is all about detail, texture and beautiful finishes, so naturally, they wanted cards that communicated the same quality from the first handshake. The goal? Elegant, memorable cards that match their brand’s refined yet bold style.
We printed the cards digitally on a sturdy 350gsm silk-matt stock using our Konica Minolta AccurioPress C4070, chosen for its sharp, consistent colour output. To elevate both look and feel, we applied a scuff-resistant matt laminate. This not only adds a premium tactile experience but also protects the cards from everyday wear, ideal for something that’s constantly in motion between clients, desks and design presentations.
Then came the real standout feature: a hot-stamped metallic pink foil, used to accent the logo. The foil catches the light and delivers a luxurious shimmer instantly eye-catching and perfectly on-brand. It’s a small detail that adds a big impression.
Want to make your brand unforgettable in print? Get a fast, tailored quote, with no pressure.
Specifications
Finished size:
90mm (W) x 55mm (H)
Stock:
350gsm Silk Matt.
Colours:
Printed in CMYK on both sides.
Finishing:
Matt laminate, foil in pink and trimmed to size.
Spreading Faith with Care: Passion AKL's Easter Collateral
Passion AKL is a new church community in Auckland, founded in 2023 by pastors Ben and Anna Carroll. They came to us needing a full set of printed materials to support their Easter services and wider community outreach, flyers, welcome cards, pledge cards and business cards. With a clear vision and trusted designer on board, their goal was simple: to create print that felt warm, professional and aligned with their mission of connection.
High-quality print, built for purpose
We produced four distinct print runs covering different needs:
- Over 1,000 business cards (6 variations), printed on sturdy 350gsm stock for a professional, durable finish.
- 500 square welcome cards on 300gsm offset, perfect for new visitors to take home.
- 300 pledge cards on lighter 180gsm stock, balancing cost-effectiveness with quality.
- 6000 flyers on 120gsm offset, trimmed for easy distribution around Auckland.
All work was printed on our Konica Minolta AccurioPress C4070 for crisp, accurate colour and clean alignment, with custom rounded corners handled by our JWEI 6040 digital cutter. This combination gave Passion AKL vibrant, durable pieces that matched their design vision without delays.
Trusted process, smooth delivery
This project was a natural fit. We’d already built trust with Ben and Anna through past collaborations, and with their designer Joyce from Wonder Studio through previous work. The result was a seamless process, files supplied, proofs approved and print delivered on time.
If you’ve got an event, launch, or community moment to share, we’d love to help you get the word out. Get a fast, tailored quote, with no pressure.
Specifications
Finished size:
120 x 120mm, 99 x 188mm and 90 x 55mm
Stock:
120gsm, 180gsm and 350gsm Offset
Colours:
Printed in CMYK
Finishing:
Cut to size with digital die-cut machine or guillotine
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.