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Creative Ways to Use Scented Printing for Packaging

July 20, 2026

When people think of scented printing, scratch-and-sniff stickers are usually the first thing that comes to mind. However, today’s scented printing technology has evolved far beyond novelty products. Brands now...

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Scented Printing: How Scratch-and-Sniff Printing Works

July 6, 2026

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In today's competitive marketplace, brands are always looking for creative ways to stand out and connect with customers. Scented printing, also known as scratch-and-sniff printing, adds a new dimension to...

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Unbox the Unexpected: Telescoping Round Boxes

June 15, 2026

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Influencer kits are no longer just packaging. In 2026, brands are transforming PR mailers into immersive brand experiences designed for social sharing, memorable reveals, and premium presentation. As influencer marketing...

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Unbox the Unexpected: Influencer Kit Trends for 2026

June 8, 2026

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Influencer kits are no longer just packaging. In 2026, brands are transforming PR boxes into fully engineered experiences designed for social sharing, memorable reveals, and premium presentation. The most successful...

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Epson Proof vs Press Check: Key Differences in Print Approval

June 1, 2026

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Understanding Two Key Steps in Professional Print Approval In commercial printing and packaging, approval happens in stages. Two terms clients often hear are Epson (or ORIS) proof and press check....

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Digital vs Offset Printing in 2026

March 30, 2026

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What’s the Difference (and Which One Should You Choose)? You’ve probably heard the two main print methods-offset printing and digital printing-but what’s the real difference in 2026? More importantly, which...

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VanishPak

July 10, 2025

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This Box has a Vanishing Act! This isn’t a gimmick—it’s packaging innovation in action.Tested, proven, and fully dissolvable, this eco-friendly material dissolves in water. VanishPak! This Box has a Vanishing...

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How Window Graphics Can Boost Your Brand Visibility

June 30, 2025

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What You Need to Know About Window Graphics Window graphics are an essential tool for branding, advertising, privacy, and aesthetic enhancement in commercial spaces. Whether applied to storefronts, office partitions,...

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The Resurgence of Printed Catalogs

May 27, 2025

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In an era dominated by screens, printed catalogs are making an undeniable comeback. Once seemingly outdated, they’re now a strategic marketing tool embraced across industries, from fashion and wellness to...

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2025 East Bay Innovation Award for Manufacturing

May 7, 2025

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We’re excited to announce that Calitho has won a 2025 East Bay Innovation Award for Manufacturing, presented by the East Bay Economic Development Alliance! This recognition honors our continued dedication...

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How Calitho Strengthens Retail Purchasing Departments

April 10, 2025

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In the competitive world of retail, the purchasing department plays a pivotal role in maintaining efficient operations, reducing costs, and enhancing the customer experience. By partnering with Calitho, retail purchasing...

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Environmental Graphics for Every Industry

April 8, 2025

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What Are Environmental Graphics? Environmental graphics are large-format visuals applied to walls, windows, floors, and architectural surfaces to enhance a space. They include wall coverings, murals, window graphics, floor decals,...

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Choosing the Right Wallcovering

March 14, 2025

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When choosing the right wallcovering for commercial spaces, durability, maintenance, and aesthetics are key factors. Some of the most popular wallcovering options balance style and function, making them ideal for...

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Where can I get saddle stitch binding?

September 30, 2024

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Saddle stitch binding is a popular and cost-effective method for binding printed materials. It involves folding sheets of paper and stitching them together along the fold line, creating a clean...

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For The Best Direct Mail Marketing Results

September 6, 2024

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Boost your campaign’s effectiveness for the best direct mail marketing results. Here are some key strategies: Targeted Mailing Lists: Ensure your mailing list is well-curated and up to date. Targeting...

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Kitting Services

April 24, 2024

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Fulfillment kitting services is the process of combining multiple individual items into a single package, which are sold and shipped as one unit. This practice is common in e-commerce and...

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Best Holiday Packaging

April 15, 2024

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Tis the season to get that holiday packaging started! Holiday packaging plays a significant role in connecting brands with consumers during the festive season. As businesses gear up for the make-or-break...

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One-Stop-Shop for Luxury Packaging

March 25, 2024

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One-stop-shop printing has the ability to not just meet but exceed the needs of their client's luxury packaging. Different techniques can be combined to achieve unique, high-end results. For example,...

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What About Binding?

January 15, 2024

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There are various methods for binding materials together, and the choice of binding method depends on the type of materials involved, the intended use, and the desired appearance. Stapling Commonly...

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Digital Printing

January 1, 2024

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The world's first digital printing hit the market in 1993, and its name was Indigo. Digital printing differs from conventional methods by directly transferring digital files onto a variety of...

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Is Print Collateral Still Relevant?

September 11, 2023

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In today's fast-paced digital age, it's easy to forget about print collateral. Any printed materials used to promote services, a company, offers, events, or any other announcements fall under this...

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The World of Wide Format

September 8, 2023

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The World of Wide format printing, also known as large format printing, involves producing prints larger than standard sizes. It relies on specialized equipment capable of handling a variety of...

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What Can You Print On?

August 29, 2023

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Did you know you can print on wood? What about plastic, metal, vinyl, cloth, or cork? These are just some of many possible substrates that can be printed on. Both...

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Tech & Print: QR Codes

August 14, 2023

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In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, the integration of technology with traditional industries continues to reshape the way we interact with the world around us. One striking example of this...

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Our Green Practice History

July 17, 2023

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Calitho has long been committed to sustainable, responsible management of natural resources and what impact we have on the environment. This is evident in our significant investment in our pressroom...

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Tiny Folding & Packaging

June 26, 2023

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Where do I go to print tiny folding inserts? Patient information leaflets, prescription inserts, folded inserts, tiny folding inserts, instruction inserts, PI’s; these are just some names for the super...

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String Tie Neckers!

June 5, 2023

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We are excited to announce a new addition to Calitho in-house capabilities: String Tie Neckers! String tie neckers, also known as hang tags, are a common tool to market on...

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Discount Postage…Yes, please!

May 19, 2023

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Discount USPS postage at Calitho? Yes Please! We are proud to announce the Calitho Mail House has officially upgraded to an “All Electronic Transactions” USPS system. Here is how it...

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What is soft touch lamination?

October 7, 2020

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Lamination is typically about getting a visual effect: gloss is extra shine, matte is a dull finish. Soft touch lamination looks like a standard matte finish, but adds extra depth....

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How does Calitho make environmentally friendly product packaging?

July 10, 2020

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We eliminate the use of plastic whenever we can and replace it with paper products. Whether this means plain paper, paperboard, or corrugated board, we always recycle any excess materials...

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What resolution should I use for printing?

March 11, 2020

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Resolution is one primary concern when designing a file for printing. Using too low of a resolution can degrade an image and make the final printed product look blurry. Starting...

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What is variable data printing?

February 27, 2020

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Variable data printing (VDP) is a printing method that can change printed content within a press run with no interruptions. While older, offset methods would require numerous stoppages to change...

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What is large format printing?

February 3, 2020

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Large format, or wide format printing, is becoming one of the most popular printing methods today. As more advertising goes digital, the best way to make an impression in the...

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What is UV coating?

January 15, 2020

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UV coated paper can add extra shine or another layer of protection to your printed materials. But not everybody knows what UV coating is or how it works. What is...

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What is saddle stitch binding?

January 9, 2020

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If you look at any magazine, comic book, or brochure, you’re probably looking at an example of saddle stitch binding. It is one of the most popular book binding methods...

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What is Embossing?

December 14, 2019

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Embossing refers to the process of making raised relief images into paper or cardstock, giving a three dimensional look. In the 19th century, the British postal service used embossing to...

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What is die-cutting?

December 14, 2019

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Spend any time reading about the wide world of printing and you’re sure to encounter the term “die-cut”. But what is die-cutting? And just where does it fit into the...

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What’s the difference between Offset and Digital printing?

December 14, 2019

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You may have heard of the two main types of print: Offset and Digital. But what’s really the difference? And what format fits best for your printing needs? Offset Printing...