Crystal Images, Inc.
Personalized Crystal Glass and Marble - art requirements
Irving (Dallas County), Texas
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call 972-438-2337
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ART REQUIREMENTS & PC FILE FORMATS

Black and white line art is required for deep engraving.  Many print fonts are not suitable for crystal and marble engraving.

Full color artwork can be in almost any PC format

Camera ready final art is NOT required. Send logos and text required by email.
We will reset all text in our system in fonts suitable for engraving.  Any additional set up cost will be cleared with you in advance

TEXT
Please email the text required, or attach a MS Word or spread sheet file.
We no longer typeset more than a few words.  Email ensures accuracy, and minimizes cross checking.
Lists of Names
Send in email or attach a Word or spreadsheet file. 
Spreadsheet tables are acceptable if the full name is shown in one column.
If changes are made resend the complete list with additions at the end of the list, and changes highlighted.

FONTS
Let us suggest a font. We require minimum 1 pt line at final engraving size. Many fonts suitable on paper are NOT suitable for glass or marble under15 to 25 point.  Counter size (e, a and o) is most important. We will suggest alternative fonts which are similar where required

LOGOS
Ideal is EPS or AI vector file in PC format up to Illustrator version ten
Attach files to e-mail or send CD. We do not accept Mac files or Zip disks.
No MS Word or PowerPoint logo files please - we need the original file imported into the program for accuracy
Camera ready logo art if supplied  to be at least 4 times the final engraving size.  The scan cost is $25 /logo. 
Cost of conversion and /or clean up of files will be cleared with you in advance
Mail a clean hard copy to us at 1915 Peters Rd.#313, Irving, TX 75061 as back up.
 

IDEAL FORMAT
Vector drawings are preferred for accuracy. Save all logo text as curves (outline).
Formats: PC only. Adobe .eps or .ai . Corel .cdr also ppt /emf /cgm /wmf /emf /drw /dsf 

Bitmap Images are less accurate and a second choice. Bitmaps should be at least twice the engraving size:--
* 300 dpi (dots per inch) minimum is essential for good quality reproduction
* black and white line art is required.  We cannot reproduce half tones on glass or marble
* PC formats only - examples gif /jpg /tif /bmp /pcx / wmf /png /ps
Web file formats jpg and gif are usually low resolution under 100 dpi, and do NOT reproduce  accurately

LOGO OR SIGNATURES BY FAX REQUIREMENTS

In an emergency large artwork (minimum 6") can be sent by fax.
Art must fill most of an 8.5" x 11" page. If smaller increase size on your copy machine before printing...

 
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Excellent Quality

When you see our products and our work you will be amazed! Glass and crystal in particular are difficult to photograph. Most pictures are from our daily production. So photos on our site can't convey the true beauty of our items. They give only an indication of the object, it's shape and size.

Fantastic Selection - We have more than 5,000 items available, in addition to what is shown here. Just ask!

All price ranges - Our design staff will ensure you have a unique award or gift you will be proud to present. We offer something special from under $10 to over $500. Our set up charges are among the lowest in the industry.
Don't see what you want?  Call us!

E-mail us a picture of what you want. We can probably supply it faster and cheaper. Many, many other products available in all price ranges.
Our online catalogue  only show a very small percentage of the items available from our many suppliers.
On a Budget? No problem!

Let us make suggestions based on your budget. Many products are available in multiple sizes, thicknesses, and prices. Even in acrylic or glass. Similar items are almost always available within your budget. We can always offer alternatives.
We guarantee delivery to you on time, within your budget!

Get a Price Break  

  • NO penalty rush charge ever applies.
  • NO set up charge applies for up to ten words of text or for names or /initials where a letter style is specified, and no paper proof is required. All text and names MUST be e-mailed to us.

All prices include engraving /printing up to 10 words, or a name/ initials on one side. Call to confirm prices for larger quantities. All prices shown are FOB our works in Texas for up to 6 of one item. Add a packing charge per case of $4.00 (small-up to 8") $6.00 (medium 8-15") and $8 large (over 15"), and shipping at cost to destination.

Additional charges:
More than ten words: add $15 set up and $0.50 /word
More than 30 words: add $50 set up and $1.00 /word
See set up charges for full details including logos or clip art.

Shipping Considerations

  • Engraved orders from stock usually ship on the next working day for fewer than six pieces.

  • Screened glassware and mug orders usually ship in two to three weeks (rush available). 

    Express Shipping

    Our "EXPRESS SHIP" one day service applies to less than six items  from inventory (see green circle).  There is NO rush charge.

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TO PLACE AN ORDER 
1) simply Email us
- item required, and how many?
- date needed in hand?
- engraving and letter style required?
- if you need a draft of the artwork layout? (add $15)
- ship to address and your contact details.
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2)Then call in your payment information

Order Confirmation

You will receive an email confirming availability and guaranteed ship date on any order by return e-mail no later than the next business day.

Please call us to confirm payment details.

Please call if you do not receive confirmation and your order tracking number promptly.

Clip Art
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Crystal Images, Inc.
Personalized Awards and Gifts in Crystal, Glass, Marble and wood
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