Letterpress printing at home
Letterpress printing is a printing technique that presses a relief plate onto paper. We will explain in detail how to easily do it at home, from the necessary tools to the printing procedure.
What you need
We will introduce how to print using the die-cut machine "Wondercuts" and a special kit.
1. The letterpress is glued to the acrylic plate of the special platform, and the paper is also fixed in place.
2. Spread the letterpress ink onto a cooking pad and knead it well with a roller.
3. Place the acrylic plate (1) on the inking table and apply ink with a roller.
⚠️If you press the roller too hard, the resin plate will chip. Run the roller gently over the plate without applying too much force.
4. Place the inked plate on the paper
5. Put it through the die-cut machine
6. Your letterpress business card is complete!
⚠️If you apply too much pressure to hard paper, the resin plate will chip. Be careful not to apply too much pressure.
⚠️Notes on resin plates⚠️
- Resin plates are sensitive to water, so please avoid washing them with water.
- If you scrub the convex parts too hard, fine lines will get crushed.
-If you want to wash the plate, print several times on kitchen paper or something similar to remove the ink.
You can also watch the video
For beginners! Starter kit to get you started right away
This set contains all the tools you need to print business cards using the Wondercuts die-cut machine.
You can print business cards and mini cards instantly.
[Set contents]
・Printmaking roller 10cm (suitable for business card size) ・50 sheets of business card paper "Half Air Hemp"
・20g of ink ・Ink holder for Wonder Cuts
・Wondercuts platform ・Ink tray & spatula ・Spray glue
・100ml of cleaning solution ・Resin version of 7 useful phrases
How to Choose a Die Cut Machine & Purchase Links
To print or engrave, you need a die-cut machine to apply pressure to the paper!
Choose the size and purpose that best suits you!
[Wonder Cuts]
Suitable for business card and tag sizes
[Spellbinders]
Suitable for postcards and large prints
[Sizzix Big Shot]
Suitable for postcards and large prints
Wonder Cuts are convenient for business card sized and small items!
If you want to print postcard size, we recommend "Spellbinders" or "Big Shot"!
For those who want to try letterpress printing casually
If you're worried about whether you can do letterpress printing by yourself, or if you want to try it before buying a die-cut machine,
Please use Shin-eisha's workspace. We will teach you how to print beautifully!
[Usage fee] (excluding tax)
・Staff lecture fee: 2,000 yen per session
・1,000 yen per hour for each die-cut machine (including setup and cleanup)
*If you are using the service alone
1 hour: 3,000 yen
2 hours: 4,000 yen
(It takes about 3 hours to print 100 business cards.)
１時間3000円（税別）
ワンダーカッツを使って活版印刷のミニカードを作成
※デザインはこちらでご用意します※
[Usage fee] (excluding tax)
・Staff lecture fee: 2,000 yen per session
・1,000 yen per hour for each die-cut machine (including setup and cleanup)
*If you are using the service alone
1 hour: 3,000 yen
2 hours: 4,000 yen
(It takes about 3 hours to print 100 business cards.)
１時間3000円（税別）
ビッグショットかスペルバインダーズを使って活版印刷のポストカードを作成
※デザインはこちらでご用意します※
[Usage fee] (excluding tax)
・Staff lecture fee: 2,000 yen per session
・1,000 yen per hour for each die-cut machine (including setup and cleanup)
*If you are using the service alone
1 hour: 3,000 yen
2 hours: 4,000 yen
(It takes about 3 hours to print 100 business cards.)
１時間30分4000円（税別）
ワンダーカッツとスペルバインダーズを使って活版印刷のミニカードと
ポストカードを作成
※デザインはこちらでご用意します※
ご予約方法
メールに⑴〜⑶を記入してご予約下さい
オリジナル作品を作りたい方向け
「自分の名刺や作品を活版印刷したいけど、わからないところは教えてほしい」
そんな方のために、スタッフがきれいに印刷できる ようサポートします！
オリジナル作品づくり
[Usage fee] (excluding tax)
・Staff lecture fee: 2,000 yen per session
・1,000 yen per hour for each die-cut machine (including setup and cleanup)
*If you are using the service alone
1 hour: 3,000 yen
2 hours: 4,000 yen
(It takes about 3 hours to print 100 business cards.)
ご予約方法
メールに⑴〜⑸を記入してご予約下さい
[How to make a reservation] Please fill in ⑴～⑸ in the email to make a reservation.
⑴Name
⑵ Purpose of using the workspace
(example)
"I want to create original goods using the plates I ordered."
"I want to try letterpress printing and foil stamping using a die-cut machine."
"I want to make paper items for our wedding with my partner."
⑶ Planned time of use (approximate is fine)
Please let us know how many copies you would like to print.
⑷Whether to bring in paper or not
If you are bringing your own paper, please also indicate the thickness and size of the paper.
If you are purchasing paper from Shin-eisha, please let us know in advance.
⑸ Your desired date and time
Please enter 3 to 5 possible dates for scheduling.
For reservations, please email → shin.ei.sha.ak@gmail.com
