Calendars
Custom saddle stitch calendars with four finished sizes, gloss, matte or uncoated inside papers, and self cover or separate cover options.
- Sizes:
- 6" x 9.5"
- 8.5" x 11"
- 9.5" x 12"
- 12" x 12"
- No. of Pages:
- 12 pages (4 cover, 8 inside)
- 16 pages (4 cover, 12 inside)
- 20 pages (4 cover, 16 inside)
- 24 pages (4 cover, 20 inside)
- 28 pages (4 cover, 24 inside)
- 32 pages (4 cover, 28 inside)
- Paper Stocks:
- 100 lb. Gloss Book
- 70 lb. Opaque Smooth White
- 80 lb. Gloss Book
- 80 lb. Matte Text
- Cover Options:
- Self Cover
- 100 lb. Gloss Cover
- 14 pt. Gloss Cover (UV Coating All Sides)
- 14 pt. Gloss Cover (UV Coating Front & Back Cover)
- 14 pt. Uncoated Cover
- 100 lb. Matte Cover
- Proofs:
- A digital proof for every order. Nothing prints until you approve it.
- Delivery:
- Local pickup or shipping. Rates and any sales tax are calculated at checkout.
- More Info:
- Your artwork determines the starting month. Lay out the dates for the year and month range you want.
- Combine your own photos or illustrations with seasonal offers, coupons and contact details.
- Add service reminders and important business dates to the relevant months.
- Saddle stitch binding uses staples along the center fold. Choose 12 to 32 total pages in four-page steps, counting four cover surfaces and blank pages.
- Use gloss paper for a shiny photo finish, Opaque Smooth White for writable pages, or Matte Text for a softer, low-sheen appearance.
- Choose optional 1/8" hole drilling for wall hanging. Leave space around the hole in your design.
- The order form lists quantities of 500, 1,000, 2,500, 5,000 and 10,000. Review your size, paper, cover and page count together before ordering.
- Gloss Book in 80 lb. or 100 lb. and 100 lb. Gloss Cover receive aqueous coating on orders of 250 or more. All current order-form quantities qualify. Smaller digital runs of 100 or fewer use these stocks without coating; contact us about availability before ordering. Aqueous-coated areas are not guaranteed writable.
- Choose Self Cover for the same stock inside and out, or a separate cover. The 14 pt. gloss cover offers UV coating on all cover surfaces or only the outside front and back.
All of our paper stocks are premium quality and printed in full color.
100 lb100 lb. Gloss Book
About this paperThe heavier gloss inside paper for photo-led calendars.
- 100 lb. / 5 pt. stock with a smooth, protective gloss surface
- Similar in feel to a flexible catalog cover
- Rich color for photos and artwork
70 lb70 lb. Opaque Smooth White
About this paperSmooth uncoated white paper with a writable surface.
- 70 lb. / 5 pt. bright white, smooth uncoated paper
- Suitable for laser and inkjet printing
- Writable surface for dates and appointments
80 lb80 lb. Gloss Book
About this paperA lighter gloss paper for your calendar pages.
- 80 lb. / 4 pt. light, durable paper
- Gloss finish brings out vivid colors
- Lighter than 100 lb. Gloss Book
80 lb80 lb. Matte Text
About this paperCoated inside paper with a low sheen.
- 80 lb. / 4 pt. crisp white paper
- Soft, low-sheen finish like premium matte paper
- Inside pages or self cover
Cover Paper
100 lb100 lb. Gloss Cover
- Medium weight, high-shine gloss
100 lb100 lb. Matte Cover
- Medium weight, low-glare matte
14 pt14 pt. Gloss Cover (UV Coating All Sides)
- Thick, sturdy, high-shine gloss
14 pt14 pt. Gloss Cover (UV Coating Front & Back Cover)
- Thick, sturdy, high-shine gloss
14 pt14 pt. Uncoated Cover
- Thick, sturdy, natural, writable finish
Self Cover
- Ask our team for a sample.
- Bleed:
- Extend backgrounds 0.125" beyond each trimmed edge. For an 8.5" x 11" page, the artwork including bleed is 8.75" x 11.25".
- Safe zone:
- Keep dates, text and logos at least 0.125" inside the trim. Leave extra space beside the center fold so staples and folding do not obscure them.
- Resolution:
- Use images at 350 dpi or higher at the final printed size.
- Color Mode:
- Prepare artwork in CMYK and review any color conversions before exporting.
- File Formats:
- PDF, PNG, JPG and TIFF. For the complete calendar, supply one print-ready PDF with all pages in reading order.
- Page order and binding:
- Supply individual pages, not imposed printer spreads. Include all four cover surfaces and blank pages in your selected total of 12, 16, 20, 24, 28 or 32 pages. Match every page to the chosen closed size and check orientation as the calendar opens.
- Hanging clearance:
- Keep important artwork away from any intended hanging position. Optional 1/8-inch hole drilling makes wall hanging easier. Leave clearance around the hole and confirm its position before finalizing the design.
- Fonts and layers:
- Embed fonts or convert them to outlines. Flatten layered artwork in the print file and keep an editable original separately.
- Manual PDF proof:
- We check the file specifications and contact you if corrections are needed. Review the proof link and approve every date, image and page before printing. Allow extra review time around holidays; contact us for the current proof schedule.
- Hard-copy color proof:
- A high-resolution printed color proof is available for an additional charge. It is supplied on large proofing paper, rolled and sent by expedited shipping, rather than as a finished calendar sample. Review, sign and return your approval before production; ask us to arrange this service.
- Proof allowance and order status:
- Pricing includes processing one uploaded file set and preparing one proof. Track progress in your account. If you need to send files on a CD or flash drive, contact us for delivery instructions first; proof preparation starts after receipt.
- Artwork and proof:
- Upload the complete page PDF after checkout. Review every date, image, page and cover in the digital proof; printing begins after your approval. File corrections can affect the schedule.
- 6" x 9.5":
- Finished page size. Add 0.125" bleed per edge and keep text 0.125" inside the trim; leave extra clearance at the fold.
- 8.5" x 11":
- Finished page size. Add 0.125" bleed per edge and keep text 0.125" inside the trim; leave extra clearance at the fold.
- 9.5" x 12":
- Finished page size. Add 0.125" bleed per edge and keep text 0.125" inside the trim; leave extra clearance at the fold.
- 12" x 12":
- Finished page size. Add 0.125" bleed per edge and keep text 0.125" inside the trim; leave extra clearance at the fold.
Free calendar layout ideas can help you plan your photos, dates and seasonal offers. Contact our design services team for help adapting a layout to your business.
Contact us for setup guidance matched to your calendar size, page count and cover choice before laying out your pages. Flatten layers and embed or outline fonts in your print file. Supply one PDF in reading order, including blank pages and all four cover surfaces; upload it after checkout.
Honest Pricing Guarantee
Our Low Price Promise means competitive pricing and a clear explanation of your calendar costs. Review the options and subtotal before ordering; shipping and applicable tax are shown at checkout. The prices currently displayed are sample prices.
Paper Stock Guide
100 lb. Gloss Cover: A separate gloss cover with more body than the inside pages. 100 lb. / 10 pt. flexible, sturdy cover. Gloss finish brings out vivid colors. Separate cover stock.
14 pt. Gloss Cover (UV Coating All Sides): Gloss cover with UV coating on the inside and outside cover surfaces. 14 pt. cover stock. UV on all cover sides adds shine and protection. Keep writing areas off UV coating.
14 pt. Gloss Cover (UV Coating Front & Back Cover): Gloss cover with UV coating on the outside front and back covers. 14 pt. cover stock. UV on outside covers adds shine and protection. Keep writing areas off UV coating.
14 pt. Uncoated Cover: A substantial uncoated cover with a natural feel. 14 pt. cover stock. Uncoated, writable surface. Natural white finish.
100 lb. Matte Cover: A heavier cover with a low-sheen finish. 100 lb. / 10 pt. crisp white cover. Soft finish like premium matte paper. Separate cover stock.
Cover is card stock; Book and Text describe lighter inside-page papers. Pound weights use different scales for book and cover papers. A point is one thousandth of an inch: 14 pt. is 0.014 inches.
Gloss makes colors brighter; matte and uncoated sheets have a softer look. Aqueous is a glossy coating and is not guaranteed writable. High Gloss UV adds shine and protection; do not write or overprint on UV-coated surfaces. Uncoated sheets are writable.
Heavy dark ink coverage on uncoated paper can transfer to the facing page. Use lighter coverage where possible. C2S means gloss coated on both sides.