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Overall, If you are unsure of something or have a question, it is always best to contact your printer before showing your design to a client. Your letterpress shop will let you know if your direction is well-suited for the process, and if it is not, they will usually be able to make some good recommendations on how you might be able to achieve the effect you are looking for. (ex:14a)
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Kudos and thanks to Kat for such an informative article.
The information contained in her article should help designers get the most out of letterpress, and not go down paths that cause frustration and disapointment.
One other point I would like to share is that the final look of a specified color is dependent upon the chosen substrate. The color on your screen may be quite different from the printed piece. A Pantone book is an investment, but wise one.
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