The shop
SMALL DETAILS.
REAL WEIGHT.
A line break. The space around a name. The feel of a sheet before you read a word.
A small shop,
a considered run.
Platenwhorl is run by Ada and Kit: one at the layout table, one at the press, both checking the stack. We print invitations, cards and short runs that benefit from a little time spent on the details.
We start with readable type and enough space for it to breathe. Then we choose a paper and an ink that work together. Each color is a separate trip through the press.
Old pages.
Fresh ways of looking.
We keep historical type and paper references close to the worktable. Their spacing and texture offer something to study before making a new page.
A visit to the paper drawer
COME FEEL
THE DIFFERENCE.
16 Compositor Lane, Maple Crossing.
Tuesday–Friday, 10am–5pm.
Paper visits and pickup are by appointment. Bring the wording, a rough quantity and your date. We can compare warm white, bright white, cream laid and cotton stock in person.
There is no walk-in printing counter. Every job gets its own quote and agreed press time.
Have a piece of paper in mind?
Tell us what it should say, who it’s for and when you need it.