Looking at your pics it could be to much impression overall. Ideally the impression should be just kissing the paper not squeezing to heavily into it. Maybe a fresh packing and less pressure might solve the problem.Ink may also be an issue. There used to be (I’m going back quite a few years here) an ink called G Man which was very stiff and less…[Read more]

They charge $10 per size. So for example if you are having your paper cut to A6 and A2 then it would be $20.As an update, I decided to go to Kelly Paper to get my paper cut. They were super nice and actually only charged me for 2 of the 3 cuts they did. 🙂

Does Kelly charge $10 per cut?

Thank you for the quick response!I do not have any immediate plans for purchasing a paper cutter. First on my list of equipment is going to be my very own press so I wont have to rent time at another studio :)I think I will just have to up my quantities enough to make the $10 worth while. (Those $10 fees are going to add up quickly!)

Hi Adina!I think that you would save money in the long run (in paper waste alone) by paying the $10 to get the parent sheets cut down by Kelly Paper. Due to past experience, I would absolutely say do not take it to Kinko’s! Generally, they are not familiar with Lettra or any papers commonly used in letterpress printing. It’s best to take your…[Read more]

you’re so quick Camille! yes- that website is really helpful.just remember, not all type is equal. some of that old stuff could be worn down creating the unlevel look when adjusting. also remember, when adjusting- just a hair of adjustment could be all that is needed! these old machines are tricky, but that’s what makes them fun!

http://www.apa-letterpress.com/T%20&%20P%20ARTICLES/Press%20&%20Presswork/Leveling%20the%20platen.htmlDavina go to this web site to learn how to level the platen on your press.

Hi was checking out your post and am interested in the process for leveling out the platen. Any chance you could give a quick description of how its done? – davina

Darn! I’ve got a trip scheduled to Mexico and briefly considered canceling it. If any of you all go, enjoy and report back.Maria

Isn’t that the way of it? All the good stuff happens on the same weekends!

Aw! It’s the same weekend as the Book Arts thing in Silver Spring, MD!!!Too bad.

Ah yes, worked out the prefix – it just didnt match any of the ones in our directory! (feel like such a dufus!) Bummer about paper. Although our dollar being as good as it is, its cheaper to pay $200 freight for a substantial amount than purchase it here. We have a limited selection of distributors and paper- there is only one place I can get…[Read more]

Sorry, Davina, we don’t sell paper unless of course we print on it first ;)Our telephone prefix is 315, so I believe you would dial:0011 1 315 473 0930What paper are you looking for? I suppose it must not be distributed in Australia? Paper is heavy and would probably cost a lot to bring over yourself, I would think.

Thanks again. I must sleep. Its 11.30 here. Ahh letterpress addiction……….