How do I create foiling artwork?

Our digital foiling technique  produces a slightly raised, shiny metallic effect in a choice of different colours. The result is a slightly embossed, polished texture which can be used to highlight selected elements of your design, such as a logo or an abstract pattern.

If you're supplying artwork for a foiled design, we require two separate artwork files. In addition to your standard CMYK artwork, we require an additional file containing only the elements you would like to be foiled. To ensure all the elements align perfectly, we recommend the following:

• Create your CMYK artwork as normal and set it as a print ready PDF
• Duplicate the CMYK artwork file and delete any elements you do NOT want to be foiled
• Recolour all remaining elements as C:0 M:0 Y:0 K:100, so all your foiled elements are 100% black
• Add any additional foiled elements you would like to include, again using 100% black
• Save the file, adding 'Foil' to the filename
• Supply us with both the CMYK and foiling artwork files

For the best results, and to avoid any possible registration issues, don't apply foiling to thin lines, small text or finely detailed artwork. Be aware that foiling will overprint any printed elements positioned underneath it.