We’ve just completed a run of A5 flyers for the Breastfeeding Friends Group. Help spread the word about their weekly support sessions! It’s always a pleasure to support local community hubs with high-quality print.
🤱 Group Details:
Where: Newtown Integrated Family Centre When: Every Monday, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM Connect: Scan the QR code on the flyer to join their Facebook community.
💡 Pro Tip: Contrast is King
When you’re working with bold, saturated colours like magenta, we recommend using crisp white text to really punch through the background. It makes the details much easier to read from across a busy room or noticeboard.
Got a design ready to go? Maybe you need a print shop that can make sure it looks exactly right on paper? 🎨
If you’re looking for a local print shop in Newtown that cares about the details, we’re here to help. Whether your files are ready to go or you want a second pair of eyes on the colours and layout to make sure they really pop in print, we’ve got you covered.
Get in touch for a quote or a chat about your next project: ☎️ Call: 01686 610 106 📱 Text: 0783 222 7823 📍 Visit us: Newtown (Between the Medical Practice & Driving Test Centre)
Local artist and former Laura Ashley designer and historian Brian Jones popped in for some A3 poster prints, with a beautiful piece of history, a 1959 Pryce Jones Catalogue.
Preserving a Piece of Newtown’s History
Brian generously allowed me to reproduce several pages from this valuable local historical artefact he possesses, which I’m excited to share with you.
A Legacy of Textile Innovation in Newtown
With centuries of textile and manufacturing heritage in Newtown, combined with the extensive local knowledge accumulated over generations by residents of Montgomeryshire and Powys, Brian exemplifies the legacy of the once-prominent local businesses.
These pioneers were instrumental in creating the world’s first mail-order catalogue and inventing the sleeping bag, among many other innovations.
Need a print shop? Pop in to see us at Frolic House ( between Newtown Medical Practice and Driving Test Centre )| Call 01686 610 106 | Message 0783 222 7823 | We’d love to work on some poster prints with you too!
We’ve been privileged this week to create a short print run of A3 & A4 posters and A5 flyers for a meaningful local charity event. It will be held at Platform 1 Café on 11th December.
The evening will remember loved ones this Christmas, featuring poetry readings and moments of reflection. Rev’d Maggie Rich will also read from her new book, “Milo’s Diary.”
To bring the event to life visually, we chose quality paper and printing techniques. These make the posters and flyers clear, vibrant, and durable. At the same time, they maintain a warm, inviting feel. We carefully produced each piece with our expertise in event posters. A warm, informative poster designed by Severn Hospice and printed by us.
All proceeds will benefit Severn Hospice, supporting the compassionate work they provide to families across Shropshire and Mid Wales.
We feel honoured to help promote such a thoughtful and heartfelt event.
Let’s be honest, we’ve seen it and you likely have too: Canva has revolutionised the way some of our clients design for print. It is both easy and accessible and it gives anyone the confidence to create. But when it comes to print? That confidence can quickly falter. Odd sizes, missing bleed, low-resolution images—sound familiar?
Designing in Canva is quick and intuitive. But when it comes to printing, a few common errors can turn a great design into a disappointing final product. Whether you’re creating art prints, stickers, packaging or business cards, the difference between good enough and professional often comes down to the details.
Here are the most common Canva print mistakes we see at Bluesdigital — and how you can avoid them like a true Print Sorcerer.
Ignoring Bleed and Margins
The mistake:designing right to the edge of your canvas, or placing text too close to the trim line. The fix: In Canva, go to File → Show print bleed and extend background elements past the bleed line Keep important text and logos at least 3mm inside the trim edge This prevents unwanted white borders or cropped content Adding bleed ensures your design trims cleanly and professionally.
Exporting in the Wrong Format
The mistake: exporting as PNG or a standard PDF with no crop marks or bleed. The fix: Always export as PDF Print Tick “Crop marks and bleed” before downloading Bluesdigital automatically converts RGB to CMYK, but supplying a high-res file ensures sharp, accurate print
This one step avoids the most common file rejection issues.
Using Low-Resolution Images
The mistake: dropping in screenshots or web images that look fine on screen but print pixelated. The fix: Use 300dpi (high-resolution) images wherever possible Avoid enlarging small graphics — Canva won’t warn you if quality is too low Zoom in to 200% in Canva before downloading. If it looks fuzzy, it will print fuzzy
High-resolution files are essential for art prints, photography and any design with fine detail.
Choosing Colours that don’t print well
The mistake: relying on neon tones or highly saturated blends that don’t translate to print. The fix: Use more muted, print-friendly tones where possible Avoid screen-only colours like electric blue or lime green Bluesdigital converts RGB to CMYK automatically, but it helps to design with realistic colours in mind
Remember: colours on your screen are lit pixels. Print is ink on paper — they’ll never look identical.
Overcomplicating the Layout
The mistake: packing too many elements into one design, leaving it cluttered and hard to read. The fix: Follow “less is more,” especially on smaller items like business cards and labels Leave breathing room with white space Use Canva’s alignment tools to keep everything consistent
A clean layout prints better, looks more premium, and is easier for customers to engage with.
Avoid the Guesswork
Print shouldn’t be trial and error. By applying a few simple rules — add bleed, export correctly, use high-res images, choose realistic colours, and simplify your layouts — you’ll create Canva designs that print perfectly the first time.
At Bluesdigital, we combine expert printing with built-in file checks so you don’t have to second-guess. It’s not just print. It’s PRINT
Rev’d Maggie Rich of Sarn, Kerry and Newtown Baptist Churches contacted us for some book printing. She has been doing amazing work supporting older people in her community. The idea for Milo’s Diary came about when she was planning to adopt a cat from the RSPCA. A lady with a love of dogs and cats wanted to know all about him. Maggie decided to capture Milo’s adventures in a small book. This could bring joy and companionship to those she cares for.
Bluesdigital was delighted to be a part of this project. With just a few emails, Word documents, and photos from her phone, we got Milo’s Diary print-ready. As a result, the book printing process was smooth and efficient. It is ready to delight readers of all ages!
Even better, proceeds from the book will go to the Anna Chaplaincy. This supports the vital work they do in offering pastoral care to older people.
We feel so lucky to get to meet such lovely people and help bring their ideas to life!
If you would like to purchase a copy of Rev’d Maggies lovely book, give her a call on 01686 670 947.
We’re delighted to share that ‘Memorial Inscriptions of the Past‘, written and compiled by local historian Jeremy Pryce, is once again available as a reprint.
Originally published in 2020, this book captures the history and stories found within the memorials of St Lonio’s Church. It’s a fascinating read for anyone with an interest in local heritage or family history. It also appeals to those interested in simply preserving the voices of the past.
Jeremy has created a number of wonderful books over the years. This latest reprint is a welcome addition to his growing collection.
At Bluesdigital, we’re proud to have worked with Jeremy on bringing this project back to life. We’re already looking forward to the next one!
✨ Have a book, poetry collection, or personal project you’d love to preserve or see in print?
From our professional book scanning service and high-resolution digitising to layout, printing, and perfect binding, we help turn manuscripts, poetry, memoirs, and family histories into finished books — or safely preserve them for the future.
It’s been a busy one here at Bluesdigital HQ! This week has been filled with all things wedding—beautiful A2 seating plans, elegant table names, and stylish signage as part of our wedding printing services.
A huge congratulations to Anneli & Patrick and Lauren & Sam as they prepare for this weekend’s celebrations. It’s always a privilege to play even a small part in such a special day, and we love seeing your visions come to life in print.
From place cards to table plans, food menus to wedding invitations, we pride ourselves on delivering exactly what you need—often with tight deadlines—without ever compromising on quality.
Whether it’s Save The Date cards, RSVPs, thank you cards, or bespoke wedding stationery suites, we offer a wide range of the finest materials to give your big day that extra touch of elegance.
Because when it comes to weddings, the details matter—and we’re here to make sure yours are unforgettable with our wedding printing expertise.
