by Chris Gray | Oct 13, 2019 | News
Sustainability has rightly become an increasingly important consideration for the printing industry. The final destination for printed items is usually a recycling centre, whether it be cards, magazines or flyers. So we, as printers (not to mention the consumers) are...
by Chris Gray | Sep 11, 2019 | News
There’s nothing that says “customer care” better than a thoughtful corporate gift. It doesn’t have to be expensive: something personalised, with the appropriate branding to represent your company can give a real boost to your business. A practical...
by Chris Gray | Sep 3, 2019 | News
Breaking the monotony of the daily grind while helping your fellow man is a cause we can all get behind, regardless of the charity you end up supporting. From the obvious classics to the game show level complicated (and hilarious), we collected a bunch of ways to put...
by Chris Gray | Aug 28, 2019 | News
As you enter the living room and eye the table laden with what must be enough calories for the next year, your belt gives a tiny squeak of desperation. “Not this time” you tell yourself, wowing to leave the most important date in the family calendar with your dignity...
by Chris Gray | Aug 12, 2019 | News
Time Management and How it can Save you money We all have busy professional and family lives, sometimes it can be difficult to juggle commitments successfully without dropping the ball every now and then. Invariably we forget things like birthdays and anniversaries...
by Chris Gray | Apr 12, 2019 | News
It’s true, the pressures of work can get to us all, especially during busy and stressful times, it’s not unusual for the office vibe to take a nosedive. Although difficult periods often pass, your team will always be keen to improve the overall mood at the...
by Chris Gray | Mar 18, 2019 | News
One of the most important things for any workplace is to ensure that every single staff member comes together and works as a team. Unfortunately, teamwork isn’t always something that comes easily to many people in the workplace. You have to work at gelling as a team...
by Chris Gray | Nov 4, 2018 | News
Brand image isn’t just for Christmas, it’s a vital component of your business and building up a worthy reputation with large clientele doesn’t happen overnight. Branding is just as important for smaller, independent companies as it is for larger, more...
by Chris Gray | Sep 8, 2018 | News
Documentaries are really good now It’s 2018, and after all the tears shed for 2016 being the worst year ever (was it really though?) 2017 was… kind of okay? Nevertheless, the best way to seem smart in 2018 is to catch up on all the brilliant documentaries...
by Chris Gray | Jan 14, 2018 | News
Unless you’re one of the lucky few on board the International Space Station, some form of a commute to the place where you earn that sweet cheddar seems unavoidable. As grey and dull that sounds, these pockets of time present great opportunity. Try new things...
by Chris Gray | Jan 2, 2018 | News
As the podcast becomes an era defying genre, there are at least a bazillion different podcasts floating out there in the wilderness, but most people end up listening to only a handful on the regular. We invite you to step outside of your comfort zone and give these...
by Chris Gray | Dec 28, 2017 | News
Oh yes, no January would be complete without the ambitiously purchased gym pass or language course signup. The “fresh start” feeling of starting a new year can be capitalised on, but you need to keep your wits about you if you want to keep riding the motivation wave....
by Chris Gray | Dec 27, 2017 | News
New Year looms. The turkey has been devoured and all those neat wrappers are but a faint memory. As we all awaken from our food comas and anticipate the upcoming round of celebrations, the question arises: what to do in the next few days beside marvelling at how the...
by Chris Gray | Dec 13, 2017 | News
It’s that time of the year again. “Christmas is AGES away!” people grumble as the first signs of fake frosting and snowflake cut-outs begin to appear. But chances are, your office manager and aunt are already knee deep in Christmas symbolism in a heroic effort to pick...
by Chris Gray | Dec 6, 2017 | News
By now the venue for the office Christmas night out should be set and everyone around you is either playing hard to get or just trying a little too much to be hyped about the occasion. If you are planning to go, here’s a few tips to keep the embarrassment and...
by Chris Gray | Nov 29, 2017 | News
Snack Cap Lens Caps For the obsessive photographer in the office, this is one of the most practical and tasty gifts you can get. Even better if they got caught up in the gourmet burger / food photo craze of recent times. Portable Hand Turbine Are you the Secret Santa...
by Chris Gray | Nov 23, 2017 | News
Most people celebrate Christmas in places completely unsuitable for a real, living Christmas tree. You wouldn’t have an oak standing in the corner of your living room, and it is no surprise that many are opting out of still picking pine needles off the carpet in...
by Chris Gray | Nov 15, 2017 | News
As Christmas slowly creeps towards us on the horizon, we lit a few turkey-stuffing scented candles and meditated with our stockings on to reach clarity on the trends that will define the Christmas Holiday this year. We’re predicting nostalgia for Christmases...
by Chris Gray | Nov 8, 2017 | News
Regardless of the type of work going on, most office environments are not designed with fun in mind. It is up to us, playful humans to entertain ourselves in these, ahem, functional surroundings. Ideally you’d do these to boost morale and not tank productivity,...
by Chris Gray | Nov 2, 2017 | News
With people communicating electronically almost exclusively nowadays, receiving a physical greeting card is becoming somewhat of a standout experience. As a small, independent business it is in our best interest to pay close attention to the latest trends and changes...
by Chris Gray | Nov 1, 2017 | News
As the end of the year slowly starts creeping up on the horizon and daylight becomes a rare treat for the office worker (especially around our neck of the woods here in Scotland) we dig deep to stay motivated. Are you the superstar employee who sets goals and exceeds...
by Chris Gray | Oct 18, 2017 | News
When you spend a third of your life at some form of workplace, having a friend can be the difference between dreading or looking forward to the inevitable necessity of putting in some hours in exchange for a bit of dough. Whether it’s payday memes, working in...
by Chris Gray | Oct 16, 2017 | News
You’ve probably come across the practice/ethos/cult of Danish Hygge, centered around comfort, knitwear and wrapping your hands around a mug of your favourite hot beverage by the fireplace while letting out a distinctly life positive sigh. So, instead of...
by Chris Gray | Sep 4, 2017 | News
Do we dare to dream? A lunch hour meal you’re actually keen to pause work for (sorry Boots meal deal!) With a touch of pre-planning and a dash of pink Himalayan Mountain salt, your lunch week can be as adventurous and tasty as your imagination allows. And if it...
by Chris Gray | Apr 14, 2017 | News
Another yearly holiday, another helping of way too much chocolate! That said, I think we can rationalise this one to our advantage. Work with me here… Happy workers are productive workers, yes? Eating chocolate releases neurotransmitters such as serotonin...
by Chris Gray | Mar 18, 2017 | News
When hard at work, keyboard shortcuts are the easiest way to do things faster…but with the wide variety of software we all use, it’s tough trying to remember all the different shortcuts. With two keystrokes, not ten, you could become the ninja in the...
by Chris Gray | Feb 6, 2017 | News
At the beginning of a New Year, everyone’s full of resolutions — to eat better, exercise more, spend more time with family and friends…. Has your New Year’s New Job resolution not gone to plan? There is plenty of advice out there for job seekers....
by Chris Gray | Jan 9, 2017 | News
Hygge (pronounced ‘hue-gah’) is a Danish concept that’s taken the UK by storm thanks to Marie Tourell Søderberg in her book; ” Hygge, The Danish Art of Happiness.” Hygge is the sensation of familiarity, of being seen and recognised, and feeling at...
by Chris Gray | Nov 29, 2016 | News
We all love Great British Bake Off. We are inspired by endless trays of cinnamon rolls, sweet buns, macaroons and tarts…. But when it comes to Christmas we want to WOW our guest with an Ultimate Showstopper, that makes our Mother in Law want to eat her own tongue for...
by Chris Gray | Nov 22, 2016 | News
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, which mean gifts , sweets, parties… and of course, the odd tipple! In recent years, people have gotten very creative with what they serve at the Christmas parties and gatherings. You should have at least one...
by Chris Gray | Nov 4, 2016 | News
There’s nothing like watching a festive film on the run up to Christmas. From funny comedies to magical classics, we countdown our top 10 favourites… 1.The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993) 2.Scrooged (1988) 3.National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation...
by Chris Gray | Oct 31, 2016 | News
If you work in an office environment, you will be familiar with the notion of Secret Santa. The pressure of buying a gift for somebody you know nothing about. The disappointment when you receive a bad gift you’ll never use. Or the surprise when you get something...
by Chris Gray | Oct 14, 2016 | News
Advent Calendars and Christmas countdowns are the best part of the festive season! Here are our favourites this year: Beauty : FEELUNIQUE, £30 http://www.feelunique.com LUSH, £49.95 http://uk.lush.com/products/christmas-gifts THE BODY SHOP,...
by Chris Gray | Oct 10, 2016 | News
Company Christmas Cards will give you the best tips for planning the perfect office Christmas party in 8 easy steps:
by Chris Gray | Oct 7, 2016 | News
‘Tis the season to be jolly, whether you celebrate Christmas or not! December and January are a great time to travel. Whether you are planning a holiday trip to a place nearby or to a tropical beach, there are many great Christmas vacations to choose from. Our...
by Chris Gray | Oct 5, 2016 | News
Let’s take a look at the list of best-selling Christmas gifts of 1950s and 1960s. It’s immediately apparent that things haven’t changed much since then. The gifts then were very practical, such everyday items as a pair of nylons or a ballpoint pen....
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