Learn what 4/4 means, how to count pages, choose paper weight, and avoid hidden costs so you can read your printing quote with confidence. Ever looked at an offset printing quote and thought, “Wow…so many weird terms I don’t understand”. You’re not alone. If y...
From File to Finished Product Whether you're printing a book, journal, planner, or custom project, MCRL Overseas Group makes the process smooth, predictable, and professional. Our 9-step process is grouped into 4 clear stages, ensuring high-quality results and...
As a global printing partner for independent authors, publishers and creative entrepreneurs, we know how much heart and energy you pour into your work—whether it’s a children’s book, a guided journal, an affirmation card deck, or beautifully branded packaging ...
The short answer is YES. If you're planning to offset print your physical product; whether it’s a book, journal, board game or gift box…there are high quality, eco-friendly options. Let's explore a few budget-friendly ways you can produce a more sustainably-ma...
20 years of labour and 20 links you’ll love This year marks MCRL’s 20th year printing gorgeous books, journals, planners and more for authors and brands – big and small. Since we first opened our Canadian office two decades ago, our motto has been, “If you can...
3 growth ideas, 2 tips and 1 mindset to make it happen Have you ever thought about producing your own custom branded planner? We’re seeing so many entrepreneurs create physical planners that bloom into beautiful new revenue streams. In this blog we share 3 way...
Here’s how 3 clients did it When MCRL Printing was established 19 years ago, our focus was to help people print top-quality, safe products at affordable prices. It still is. With SUSTAINABILITY becoming a bigger part of our story. We choose to print with mater...
Which is better for printing Planners and Journals? Scroll through Instagram and you’ll see gorgeous custom printed planners with large followings and sales. In fact, the global market size for printed planners is expected to grow a whopping 7% between 2021-20...
Even if you know nothing about design With online design tools, like CANVA, who needs a professional designer? Probably you, if you’re reading this post. Nothing against CANVA (we love it for social media posts) but a professional designer understands design e...
MCRL’s Eco-Friendly Planners Are printed planners recyclable? Yep. And more than just the paper can be recycled. If you print Planners and Journals with MCRL Overseas Group, chances are good your Planner’s paper, cover and binding are recyclable. We’ve been re...
Book storage tips for self-publishers Updated July 2023 As a self-publisher, your house often serves as office, store and warehouse! You write and fulfill online and book store orders from your humble abode. Because of this…a question authors frequently ask us...
If you’re building a Planner or Journal business, you have a Vision. A Purpose. A Plan. BUT you may not know exactly how to print a custom Journal or Planner to sell. You’re not alone. Karen Rae, founder of the Balanced Life Planner® and Designer Notebooks, sa...
Affordable. Sustainable. Beautiful. Established paper planner businesses are booming. New planner businesses have popped up with niche themes, unique features and exploding planner communities. Day Planners, Weekly Planners, Productivity Planners, Gratitude Jo...
4 reasons to choose bamboo Bamboo paper is comparable in strength, brightness and printability to paper made from wood pulp. Bamboo paper also helps reduce the environmental effects of clear-cutting and deforestation on our planet. For these reasons, MCRL has ...
Affordable. Sustainable. Beautiful. Looking to print vegan, sustainable, plastic-free or recycled Journals and Planners? Here are three ways MCRL ensures your eco-friendly Journals and Planners are printed with the lowest carbon footprint possible. 1. Eska Esk...
When it comes to overseas printing, tariffs, shipping costs, and material prices can significantly impact your project’s final price and profit margin. If you’re comparing multiple overseas printing quotes, it’s crucial to understand exactly what’s included—an...
44,572 trees planted ...and counting! As a Trees for the Future sponsor, MCRL Overseas Group and our clients have planted over 44,572 trees since 2019 …helping to break the cycle of poverty and hunger for thousands of families in developing countries. What is ...
Soy many reasons to choose soy-based ink Ink. It’s likely not something you think alot about when designing a book and selecting a printer. Ink looks pretty much the same to an untrained eye BUT studies show there are health and safety considerations, especial...
FBA fees and facts Selling your product through Amazon can be one of the best things you do to get more eyeballs, around-the-clock customer service and quick delivery … BUT like most big decisions make sure to gather the facts before signing up! If you are con...
Work-back your schedule so your project arrives on time You’ve signed off on a quote and are now ready to get your project rolling. MCRL Overseas Group has a team of experienced project managers to walk you through the process and provide you with a schedule a...
Follow these 6 tips Choosing an overseas vendor to handle your printing and packaging projects can be an overwhelming exercise. In this blog we'll provide 6 tips to help you evaluate overseas vendors. 1. Identify what's most important to you First off, a...
What goes into pricing your project Selecting the right supplier to print your book, planner or other product is a big decision. It warrants research and comparing quotes. However, not all quotes can be compared equally. Be wary of the fine print and get clari...
Back to Basics with Journals and Planners “Digital Detox” was the overarching theme at Paperworld. Sales of planners grew by nearly $10 million in 2018 according to NDP Group and U.S. consumers spent nearly $210 million at retail for notebooks – an 18 percent ...
3 reasons why The North American printing market has seen incredible competition from the Chinese printing industry in the last five years. There are over 100,000 Chinese printing companies now servicing a growing list of global clients BUT all overseas printe...
Unless printers and clients care a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better, it’s not. MCRL Overseas Group believes in producing products with the least environmental impact possible. This eco-friendly badge means our processes and facilities have been ...
