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July 29, 2010

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Good impressions start with great brochures.

A Message From Tharpe Printing

Happy Birthday!

234 years ago today our forefathers in the Second Continental Congress voted to approve a resolution of independence that had been proposed in June by a Virginian.

Two days later, they approved the Declaration of Independence which explained their previous resolution.

Two greater events have never happened in such close succession as they relate to a people's freedom.

Many of the delegates actually did not sign the document until August, fearing that its public disclosure would endanger themselves or their families.

With everything that we now have in this great country, it is hard to imagine that these patriots were in fear of their lives and livelihoods for proclaiming their own freedom.

What fortitude this must have took. What guts!

This weekend, when we watch parades, enjoy fireworks and cookouts, don't forget to take a minute to say a prayer of thanks for those who, so many years ago, weren't afraid to put their names and their lives on the line for what they truly beloved in.

God Bless America!

Idea of the Week

Suggestions for Designing Breakthrough Brochures

Use color to focus attention on your main selling features and to improve the perception of quality. Two colors are better than one, and full-color printing is better yet.
Using a glossy paper will often make your brochure look more professional.
Avoid the temptation to try to jam too much information into a small space. In good brochure design, less is more.
Don’t overlook the value of white space to bring a clean look to your design and to help accentuate key selling points.
For readability, consider using a serif type for body copy. Studies have shown that serif type is easier to read. Sans serif type is good for headlines and subheads.

Other Good Ideas:

If you will be mailing your brochure as a self-mailer, consider applying a coated finish (varnish) to the printing. The coating will help prevent scuffing — ink being rubbed off by the post office’s mail-sorting equipment.
For the best impression, consider mailing your brochure in a matching envelope.
For a unique sales and marketing twist, consider applying a small label somewhere on the brochure to draw attention to a special feature, special pricing, a sales rep’s name, or a toll-free number.

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