NEW Products! Postcard / Bookmark / Mini-Gift Pack PP/PB1/SSGP with printed shape Take our most popular products and upgrade to a printed seed paper shape to accompany the printed cardstock panel card, bookmark, or shape pack. Customize the backer card and shape!
SSGP-With Printed Shape
PSBX-Bag
PP-With Printed Shape PB1-With Printed Shape
Seed Paper Bag PSBX-Bag Great for clothing, edible treats, or anything else lightweight to make the perfect promo! Printed directly on the seed paper in 4-color process. Includes hemp twine separately for closing the top. Eco Grow Bag MPGB An eco-friendly grow bag! The bag is made from recycled fabric and is reusable. A mini seed packet with a generous scoop of seeds is inside the bag along with a large soil wafer for growing right in the bag. A custom printed cardstock header leaves a large imprint area for your custom message. Pick from a variety of seed options. MPGB
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NEW Products! Seed Packet - Small SPAC-SM An even more cost-effective seed packet option. Choose from a variety of seed options and brand the minirecycled cardstock card (1.9x2.75”) that goes into a compostable cello pack for your next giveaway on a budget.
SPAC-SM
Seed Paper Tag - Round Top PST-Round Top What kind of tag best sells an Earth-friendly product? One that will bloom into vibrant wildflowers! This fullyplantable seed paper hang tag showcases your green product or Earth-friendly initiatives. Each 2.6x4.5” tag is handmade from 100% post-industrial recycled paper and infused with a hardy mix of wildflower seeds. Your full-color, custom message is printed on the seed paper with Earth-friendly inks that won’t damage the seeds. Add an eyelet andj/or ribbon for easy attachment to your product.
PST-Round Top
SPAC-Necker
Seed Paper Wine Necker - Small PSWNF-Small Enjoy a different kind of “bouquet” with this fully-plantable value sized bottle necker that gets planted in its entirety to grow a garden of wildflowers. Printed with eco-friendly CMYK inks directly on the paper. Seed Packet Necker SPAC-Necker Our new seed packet necker features a compostable cello bag with a full-color 3×4” recycled cardstock backer card, and a handful of seeds. The packet is then glued to a blank recycled cardstock mini-necker, creating an ecofriendly and durable seed packet wine necker. Seed Paper Tent / Business Card PSB2-Tent Card This fully-plantable tent card is a perfect eco-friendly option for your next event. Use as place setting or business card to showcase your custom message printed directly on the seed paper.
PSWNF-Small
PSB2-Tent Card
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Best Sellers SSGP
Mini-Gift Pack SSGP A seed paper shape and a full-color backer card inside a clear corn-based cello pack for the perfect giveaway. Seed Paper Shape Bookmark PB1 A seed paper shape attached to a full-color backer card bookmark. Comes in a variety of variations.
PB1
Seed Packet SPAC An eco-friendly seed packet with your full-color custom message printed on the card with a generous scoop of seeds inside a clear corn-based cello pack. Seed Paper Planting Kit MPK-SPM Includes a rice pot, tray/lid, soil wafer, recycled cardstock wrap, and a plantable seed paper medallion to grow a garden at work or home. We offer a wide variety of bookmarks from fullyplantable options to different sizes and shapes. View our hundreds of shapes starting on page 16. Take a look at bloominpromotions.com to view all of our options and different promotional products!
SPAC
MPK-SPM
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Best Sellers Seed Paper Shape Folding Card and Seed Paper Folding Card PN1 / PSC A seed paper shape attached to a fully custom folding greeting card or a fully plantable greeting card with your 4-color imprint. Blank envelope included for your mailing. Seed Paper Panel or Postcard PSP A fully plantable postcard that can go directly through the mail at postcard rate.
PN1
Seed Paper Wine Necker PSWNF Enjoy a different kind of “bouquet” with this fully plantable necker that gets planted in its entirety to grow a garden of wildflowers. Printed with eco-friendly CMYK inks directly on the paper. Seed Paper Coaster PSTC A fully-plantable coaster with your 4-color custom message. Comes in a variety of sizes and shapes.
PSC
Seed Paper Tag PST-Medium This fully-plantable seed paper hang tag showcases your green product or Earth-friendly initiatives. Each 2×4” tag is handmade from 100% post-industrial recycled paper and infused with a hardy mix of wildflower seeds. PST-Medium
PSP
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Best Sellers
PSB
Seed Paper Business Card PSB Stand out with a unique fully-plantable business card with your 4-color custom imprint. Seed Paper Nametag PNT This fully-plantable name badge will complement your green message at your next event. Available in 2 sizes with an add-on for a biodegradable badge holder. Pocket Garden PGKR Three colorful seed paper shapes come in a custom printed recycled cardstock sleeve. Choose from veggie, herb, or wildflower packs.
PNT
Seed Paper Wristbands SPWB Choose from a 4-color print process on white wildflower paper, or 1-color print on a colorful seed paper wristband. Comes with a peel and stick adhesive for a secure 1-time use at your next event. Seed Bombs SBB Just throw and grow! Colorful seed bombs are handrolled with our wildflower seed mix in a silkscreened bag with your custom imprint on the instructional insert card. Bags available with either 3 or 6 seed bombs. PGKR
SPWB
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SBB
Breast Cancer Awareness Raise awareness with our eco-friendly seed paper promotions. We offer a wide variety of pre-designed options or fully customize your own. The pink seed paper shapes are available with our hope mix, which blooms into beautiful pink wildflowers. Plant hope with plantable seed paper.
PB1-BCA SPMBS-BCA
SSGP-BCA
SPAC-4-BCA
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Holiday Holiday the Easy Way. Find a stock design you love and just send us your logo... or create your own design. Choose a fully-plantable seed paper card your recipients can plant for beautiful flowers. Or choose a recycled cardstock greeting card with a holiday seed paper shape attached. Your holiday mailings are sure to stand out among the rest with our seed paper plantable promotions.
PSO-HEW
PHT-HEW
PSOC-HEW
PN1-HEW
SPMBS-HEW
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Holiday PSC-HEW
Choose from a variety of our holiday products perfect for any giveaway. We offer greeting cards, ornaments, giveaways, and more! You are sure to find something for your eco-friendly holiday event.
MFPK-HEW
PSO-HEW
SB-RD-HEW
SB-SB-HEW
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Earth Day PB1-EDEW
SSGP-EDEW
This year, Bloomin is proud to announce its official B Corp recertification. B Corps (or Benefit Corporations) are for-profit companies who have adopted a new type of company structure which involves a legally binding commitment to solve social and environmental problems. B Corporations actively seek to improve standards for company stakeholders, including workers, suppliers, distributors, industry, community, customers, and the environment. Additionally, each company hoping to become a B Corp must pass a rigorous impact assessment proctored by B Labs in order to become certified. Certified B Corporations, like Bloomin, meet the highest standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability.
MPK-SPM-EDEW
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Earth Day Our products are the perfect medium to use for your eco-friendly Earth Day event. Choose from shape packs, seed packets, bookmarks, wristbands, and so much more.
PB1-EDEW
SSGP-EDEW
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plantable seed paper shapes 2019 bloominpromotions.com
Handmade & homegrown in Boulder, Colorado for over two decades. animals
bee 1 S (2.3”x1.3”)
bee 2 S (3”x1.7”)
butterfly 6 M (2.5”x2.3”)
ladybug S (1.8”x2”)
fish L (4.5”x1.8”)
butterfly 7 L (3.3”x2.6”)
pig 1 S (2.2”x1.4”)
bear 1 S (2”x2.2”)
ladybug M letterpressed (1.8”x2”)
donkey M (2.5”x3.2”)
pig 2 M (3”x2”)
bear 2 M (2.8”x2”)
dolphin S (3”x2”)
elephant M (2.9”x2.3”)
bear 3 S (1.5”x1.5”)
butterfly 1 M (2.4”x2”)
turtle S (1.8”x2.2”)
starfish S (2”x2”)
paw print S (2”x2”)
rat M (1.6”x3.5”)
snowflake 1 M (2.7”x3.2”)
snowflake 2 M (2.3”x2.5”)
angel M (2.9”x2.9”)
snowman 1 M (2.2”x3.6”)
snowflake 3 L (2.8”x3.2”)
snowman 2 M (1.8”x3”)
flowers
flower 1 M (2.8”x2.5”)
flower 2 M (2.3”x2.3”)
flower 3 S (2”x1.8”)
snowflake 4 S (2”x2.4”)
mitten M (1.8”x3.1”)
stocking 2 gingerbread man L M (1.8”x3.3”) letterpressed (2.4”x3”)
flower 4 L (2.8”x2.8”)
flower 6 M (2.3”x2.3”)
dove 1 M (3.1”x3.1”)
flower 7 M (2.4”x2.4”)
star 2 M (2.7”x2.5”)
star 3 L (3”x3.2”)
flower 8 S flower 10 M flower 11 S (1.5”x1.5”) (2”x2”) (2.1”x2”)
butterfly 4 S (2.3”x1.8”)
butterfly 5 M (2.2”x1.8”)
feather S (3.6”x1”)
rabbit S (3.2”x1.5”)
bird S (2.3”x1.6”)
dove 3 M (3”x2.5”)
dove 2 L (4.4”x4.3”)
star 1 M (2.5”x2.4”)
alligator M (3”x1.4”)
paw print M letterpressed (2”x2”)
holiday & events
butterfly 3 L (3.1”x2.5”)
rooster S (2.4”x2”)
buffalo S (1.1”x1.4”)
turkey M (2.5”x2.3”)
candy cane candy cane M ornament 1 candle M S (1.5”x3.3”) letterpressed L (1.9”x4.1”) (1.2”x4.7”) (1.5”x3.3”)
bow S (2.4”x1.6”)
flower 14 S (2.2”x2.3”)
balloon M (2”x2.5”)
flower 15 L (2.8”x3.5”)
bell M (2”x2.8”)
ornament 4 S (2”x2.5”)
flower 16 L (2.8”x2.7”)
flower 17 M&S (various sizes)
cone S (1.4”x3.5”)
price tag L (2.5”x3.5”)
geometric
3/4 circle S (2”x2”)
donut S (2”)
triangle 1 L embossed (3”x2.5”)
arrowhead S diamond S semicircle 1 (1.5”x2”) (1.8”x1.9”) S (1.5”x.7”)
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triangle 1 M (3”x2.5”)
triangle 2 L boomerang shield 1 S (3.4”x3.6”) S (1.7”x3.6”) (1.7”x1.3”)
semicircle 2 square S (1.8”x1.3”) (various sizes)
rectangle (various sizes)
shield 2 L (2”x2.6”)
circle (various sizes)
ASI 40646 | PPAI 216-914 SAGE 66761 | UPIC Bloom108
shield 3 S (2”x2.2”)
oval (various sizes)
shield 4 L (2.7”x2.8”)
stop sign S (1.9”x1.9”)
kite S (2”x2.7”)
hexagon L (3.9”x3.4”)
banner M (3”x2”)
food & drink
apple S olive S (1.8”x1.8”) (1.4”x2”)
cupcake summer chili tomato M carrot S cheese M S (2.1”x2”) squash S pepper S (2.5”x1.5”) (.8”x3.2”) (2.4”x2.3”) (1.5”x3”) (1.1”x3.8”)
states
california M (2”x3.4”)
florida M (3”x2.6”)
iowa M (2.6”x1.8”)
maryland L (4”x”2.1”)
massachusetts M (3.4”x1.8”)
bottle 1 L (1.3”x5”)
michigan L (1.9”x3.6”)
bottle 2 bottle 3 bottle 4 wine droplet 1 M L S M bottle M (2”x3.4”) (1.5”x4.1”) (.8”x2.5”) (1.1”x4.3”) (1”x4.2”)
new mexico M (2.6”x2.8”)
new york M (2.9”x2.2”)
oregon L (3”x2”)
rhode island M (2”x2.9”)
hearts
heart 1 S (1.9”x2.3”)
heart 2 L (4”x3.4”)
heart 3 S (2”x1.8”)
heart 4 M (2.7”x2.5”)
heart 7 M (2.6”x2.3”)
heart 5 S (2”x1.6”)
heart 9 L (3.2”x3”)
cup S teacup S droplet 2 L (2.2”x3.4”) (1.3”x2.3”) (2”x1.14”)
heart 10 M (2.8”x2.4”)
trees
texas M (2.8”x2.7”)
pan M (2.6”x1.5”)
west virginia M (3.4”x3”)
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tree 1 L (2.5”x3.6”)
tree 2 L (3.2”x3.5”)
tree 5 M (2.5”x3.1”)
tree 4 S (2”x2.3”)
tree 6 M (2.3”x2.4”)
tree 7 M (3.1”x3.5”)
tree 8 S (2”x3”)
tree 10 L (2.3”x4.3”)
cactus S (1.5”x2.8”)
S = small shape M = medium shape L = large shape * = 10% grommet upcharge
symbols & words
ampersand M puzzle piece M dollar sign M pound sign M (2.2”x2.4”) (2”x2.5”) (1.8”x2.5”) (1.8”x2.5”)
cross S (2”x2.8”)
check mark L asterisk M (2.8”x3.1”) (2.3”x2.1”)
apostrophe M A+ M (2.2”x2.4”) (2.6”x2.6”)
bS (1.4”x2”)
eL music note S star of david S (2.5”x2.9”) (1.8”x3”) (1.9”x2.2”)
hamsa L (3”x4”)
thrive L (2.9”x1”) change embossed L (5.5”x2”) ribbon 1 S ribbon 2 M (1.4”x2.4”) (2.2”x3.4”)
ribbon 3 L (2.8”x3.4”)
spade S (2”x2”)
fleur-de-lis 1 fleur-de-lis 2 M (2.5”x2.6”) L (2.5”x2.9”)
earth/eco/alternative
earth 1 M (2.1”)
earth 2 M (2.1”)
earth 3 L (2.6”)
earth 4 L (2.6”)
girl scout shield M (2.5”x2.3”)
earth 5 L (2.8”)
smiley face L letterpressed (2.1”)
turbine 1* S (2.3”x2”)
growth L (3”x1”)
turbine 2* L (3.5”x4”)
turbine 3 L (3”x5.1”)
lightbulb 1 M (2”x3.5”)
talk bubble 2 L (4”x2.7”)
lightbulb 2 M (1.5”x3.7”)
lightbulb 3 M (1.8”x4”)
CHECK OUT BLOOMINPROMOTIONS.COM FOR ALL OF OUR SEED PAPER SHAPES! recycle symbol M (2.6”)
earth heart L (2.6”x2.5”)
cloud 1 M (2”x1.9”)
cloud 3 S (2.1”x1.5”)
sun S (2.08”x2.08”)
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leaves
aspen 3 S (2”x2”)
aspen 4 S (1.2”x2.1”)
magnolia M (1.8”x3”)
aspen 1 M (1.7”x3.3”)
thyme M (1.8”x2.8”)
aspen 2 L (2”x4.8”)
branch S (1.4”x3”)
ash M (2”x3.9”)
ginkgo L (3.2”x2.4”)
oak 2 L (2”x4.8”)
oak 1 L (2.4”x4.5”)
clover 1 S (1.8”x2”)
clover 2 S (1.8”x1.9”)
maple 1 L (3.8”x3.7”)
basil M (2”x3.5”)
leaf perf L (2.3”x3.5”)
maple 2 M (3”x3”)
beech S (1.8”x2.8”)
maple 3 L (3”x3.3”)
birch S (1.3”x2.5”)
leaf: large 2 L (3”x4.7”)
willow S (.8”x2.7”)
cut S (2.7”x1.8”)
hemp L (2.3”x2.4”)
transportation
car 6 M (4.3”x1.5”)
car 8 S (2”x.8”)
car 1 L (5”x2.5”)
car 9 L (4”x2”)
car 3 M (3.4”x1.4”)
car 2 L (5”x1.8”)
car 10 S (2.7”x1.3”)
airplane L (5”x2”)
car 5 S (3.5”x1.3”)
train 2 L (3.1”x2.5”)
car 7 L (4.9”x1.8”)
key 1 S (1.5”x3”)
bus M (4”x1.4”)
truck M (3.2”x1.8”)
anchor L (2.4”x3.4”)
van L (4.7”x2”)
surfboard L (1.5”x4.5”)
work & home
book M (2.9”x1.4”)
hook S (1.4”x2.5”)
building 1 M (3”x1.4”)
cell phone M (1.5”x2.8”)
building 2 L (3.6”x2.5”)
computer L letterpressed (3”x2.4”)
computer M (3”x2.4”)
people & clothing
hat 2 L (5”x2.5”)
hat 1 S (1.8”x2”)
foot 1 M (1.8”x3.3”)
foot 3 L (2.6”x5.4”)
hat 3 M (2.5”x2.4”)
hand 1 L (3.6”x3.5”)
house 2 M (2.7”x2.7”)
house 1 M (1.9”x2.3”)
guitar M (1.8”x4.1”)
sock M (2.2”x2.8”)
hand 2 M (2”x1.9”)
chair letterpressed L (2.2”x3.2”)
stocking 1 M (1.5”x3.5”)
tooth 1 L (2.6”x3.1”)
house 3 S (1.7”x1.2”)
house 5 M (2.2”x2.3”)
satellite M (2.2”x2.1”)
flask M (2”x2.5”)
paintbrush M (2”x4.2”)
t-shirt M (2.8”x2.4”)
tooth 2 S (1.9”x2.1”)
house 4 L (2.4”x2.9”)
boot 1 L (2.7”x3.5”)
mustache S (2”x.8”)
boot 2 S (1.5”x2”)
sunglass lens M (2.9”x1.9”)
high heel M (3.5”x2.5”)
person 1 M (2.4”x3”)
bra M (2.3”x1.9”)
person 2 L seed sower M (1.7”x5.7”) (2.3”x3.6”)
gardening grass 2 S (3”x1”)
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watering can watering can: hole M (2.5”x2.2”) M (2.5”x2.2”)
pot 1 S (2.2”x2.2”)
pot 2 L (3”x3”)
pot 3 S (2.5”x2”)
pot 5 M (2.6”x2.2”)
pot 6 S (1.5”x1.3”)
vase S (1.3”x2”)
lawn mower M (3.2”x2.1”)
grass 3 S (3”x1.2”)
shovel 1 S shovel 2 L (1.3”x3.7”) (1.8”x6”)
Seed Paper Grades
22 Original Seed Paper Colors *PMS colors are approximate
Premium Seed Paper
White
This top-of-the-line printable seed paper features a thick and rich texture, yet is still smooth and consistent for printing and handwriting. Inkjet printing is recommended for this paper, but it also works with silkscreen and letterpress printing.
Strawberry (PMS 205)* Cranberry (PMS 206)*
Seed Mix: Dwarf Godetia, Lemon Mint, Maiden Pinks,
Orange (PMS 172)* Yellow (PMS 106)* Lime (PMS 373)*
BRIGHTS
Forget-Me-Not, Catchfly, English Daisy, Sweet Alyssum, Spurred Snapdragon, Corn Poppy and Black-Eyed Susan Approximate Thickness: 12 pt., 250 gsm Print Compatibility: Inkjet and Letterpress Approximate Germination Rate: >75% Color: White Seed Mix Options: Annual and perennial wildflower seed mix and herb mix. Custom mixes available (minimum charges apply)
Sage (PMS 345)* Forest (PMS 334)*
Signature Seed Paper
Teal (PMS 327)*
This line of printable seed paper features a smooth finish. Packed with seeds and value, this is the grade that makes high-quality, 4-color printing on seed paper easy. Inkjet printing is recommended for this paper.
Royal (PMS 286)* Violet (PMS Violet)*
Seed Mix: Catchfly, English Daisy, Sweet Alyssum, Spurred
Original Seed Paper
We take recycled, post-consumer/post-industrial content and turn it into the finest raw pulp available. By adding pigments to the pulp we achieve 22 bright, yet earthy, colors. Original paper is made thick and textured, perfect for letterpress printing or die-cutting.
Burgundy (PMS 228)* Natural (PMS 4755)* NATURALS
Snapdragon, Corn Poppy and Black-Eyed Susan Approximate Thickness: 10 pt., 150 gsm Print Compatibility: Inkjet, Digital and Offset (offset printing reduces germination) Approximate Germination Rate: 50-75% Color: White
Desert Orange (PMS 1225)* Chartreuse (PMS 617)* Terra Cotta (PMS 693)* Coffee (PMS 412)*
Seed Mixes:
Approximate Thickness: 12 pt., 220 gsm Print Compatibility/Uses: Letterpress, die-cut shapes, integrated with cardstock
Light Yellow (PMS 607)* Powder (PMS 5513)* PASTELS
Wildflower Mix: Five Spot, Candytuft, Corn Poppy, Baby Blue Eyes, Scarlet Flax, Siberian Wallflower, Zinnia, Sweet William Pinks, Tall Spurred Snapdragon, Catchfly, English Daisy, Gloriosa Daisy and Black-Eyed Susan Hope Mix (Pink Wildflowers): Baby’s Breath, Carmine, Catchfly, Sweet William Pinks, Cornflower Pink Ball, California Poppy and Carmine King; available in Pink Herb Mix: Parsley, Basil and Chives; available in Sage, Forest and White Veggies: Chili Pepper available in Lime; Tomato available in Cranberry; Carrot available in Orange; Lettuce available in Sage Evergreen Mix: Evergreen seeds; available in Forest
Light Blue (PMS 2915)* Lavender (PMS 2567)* Pink (PMS 1895)*
Herb Mix Sage
Herb Mix Forest
Herb Mix White
Hope Mix Pink
Chili Pepper Lime
Tomato Cranberry
Carrot Orange
Lettuce Sage
Evergreen Forest
Approximate Germination Rate: >75% Color: Your choice of 22 colors (see chart on right)
Planting Instructions
We encourage you to get creative with your planting instructions. Our handmade seed paper is packed with seeds that are just waiting to burst into flower. Below are our standard planting instructions. You can use these, or use them as a base to come up with your own! This handmade seed paper is embedded with annual and perennial wildflower seeds. Soak the paper in water overnight. Cover with a thin layer of soil and water daily until seedlings are well established. Germination time is 1-3 weeks.
Seed Paper Shape Pricing Quantity Small Medium Large
250 0.30 0.37 0.58
500 0.26 0.32 0.52
1000 0.22 0.28 0.46
2500 0.18 0.23 0.38
(F) (F) (F)
Set-Up $14 (F) • Add-On: cello bag and stock planting instruction card assembled $0.40 (F)
Printing on Seed Paper
Bloomin has set the standard for high quality full-color printing on our Premium seed papers. We recommend printing light ink coverage on all of our seed paper. Additionally, we can print on some colored seed paper sheets and shapes with our proprietary inkjet technology. Letterpress printing is also available (additional printing plate charges apply). Visit our website to view some of our printed shape options.
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Samples Request samples at samples@bloomin.com.
Letterpress Printing
Assorted and specific samples are available upon request. Standard shipping method is via USPS First Class mail.
Letterpress printing requires a custom plate per color, per side. Additional charges apply for each custom plate and PMS ink.
Templates Request templates at art@bloomin.com.
Proofing Process
Product templates will be emailed in a PDF format editable with Adobe Illustrator. Be sure to include your shape and color choice when applicable.
Planting Instructions We encourage you to include planting instructions on your seed paper promotions. Write your own, or use the ones included on the product templates. Visit www.bloominpromotions.com/how-to for options.
Preparing Your Files Get info from art@bloomin.com. Bleed A bleed is a printed image, graphic or background that extends beyond the trim edge. For trimming purposes, bleeds must extend 1/8” beyond trim edge. Live Area Live area describes the imprint area that is deemed ”safe” from trimming. It is 3/16” in from the trim edge on all sides. Image Resolution 300-400dpi at 100%. Color Color must be saved as CMYK. Conversions from Pantone (PMS) to CMYK may produce unexpected results. Included/requested PMS colors cannot be exactly matched. Letterpress Art can be submitted as line (vector) art only. Save as PDF or EPS.
Accepted File Formats Submit art to art@bloomin.com. Photoshop (CC or lower) Save as TIFF or JPEG, in CMYK or Grayscale, 300-400dpi. Image size must be printed size plus 1/8” bleed all around when applicable. Adobe Illustrator (CC or lower) Save as an EPS or PDF file, fonts converted to paths or outlines. If images are linked, please remember to submit separately or embed them. InDesign (CC or lower) Save as PDFX-1a, Press or Print Optimized. Remember to include bleed in your PDF settings. Publisher, Word, Powerpoint Save/export as PDF.
Printing Printing Cardstock Full coverage, 4-color (CMYK) process; bleed may not be available on some products. Printing Seed Paper Light ink coverage required as dark, solid areas can affect germination. Slight variation in color should be expected. Printing Color Seed Paper Dark ink on light seed paper is recommended. 1- vs 2-Sided Printing Printing is considered 1-sided when one side is printed, and 2-sided when both sides of the flat card are printed. On a folding card, the front and back of the card are considered 1-sided, and the two inside pages are considered the second side (2-sided).
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A purchase order and your artwork are required to begin the proofing process. Once these are received, we will turn around virtual PDF proofs via email to the provided addresses within 48 hours. Pre-Production Proofs Printer proofs, or pre-production proofs, are available to see how your art reproduces in advance of ordering. Printer proofs are untrimmed press sheets that indicate dielines. An additional $40 set-up charge will apply. Pre-Production Samples If you need a mockup of the final piece, complete with actual die-cutting and full assembly, an additional $90 set-up charge will apply. If a custom die is required, it must be purchased in advance.
Turnaround Time Standard turnaround time is 5-7 business days from proof approval to ship date for orders up to 2,500. The ship date cannot be determined until receipt of your proof approval and payment. Rush production is available for an additional charge.
Shipping All orders ship UPS Ground FOB Boulder, unless otherwise instructed. Expedited shipping and other carriers are available. Please be sure to include your in-hands date and preferred method of shipping on your purchase order, so that we can help you ensure the order arrives on time with the most affordable shipping option.
International Shipping We sell and ship our products all over the world and can help you coordinate shipments anywhere. We have the expertise to determine additional permits and certificates that may be required, and are happy to provide you with freight quotes and advice to ensure your exporting goes smoothly. Additional time, charges and documentation may apply when shipping internationally.
Custom Projects Get creative! Seed paper is the perfect canvas for your custom project. Create a custom shape, seed mix, size, and/or color. Request Templates: art@bloomin.com Request Quotes: quotes@bloomin.com Samples: samples@bloomin.com Submit Art: art@bloomin.com Submit Orders: orders@bloomin.com Questions/Info: flowers@bloomin.com