Overview

Essie Letterpress is a design and print studio - started by two people in love with colour, pattern, texture and design .All the work is designed and printed with care using a 1964 German Proofing Press. Letterpress is the oldest form of printing, and one which we are in awe of. It is a time and labour intensive process, with each invite being printed individually. The letterpress punches the designs into the paper creating a beautiful relief not achieved with other kinds of printing. A clean, crisp look is achieved that can be seen and felt.

We are based on a farm near Citrusdal, but regularly travel to Cape Town for supplies, so are able to set up a meeting with prospective clients there.  We can supply countrywide and we have clients as far reaching as London.

We match our inks to uncoated Pantone colours, so the possibilities are endless. Our impression depth (how far we push the type or artwork into the paper) can range from a kiss to a heavy impression, depending on your requirements. We work with top quality Cotton rich papers and envelopes, which are best when letterpressing.

We can continue the theme of your wedding with menus, maps, rsvp cards, order of event and place cards and also do thank you cards, baby announcements and business cards.

Letterpress is a thing of beauty. We are happy to be able to bring this timeless craft back for you to enjoy it.