Letterpress Printing Services
At Old North State Press, we provide expert letterpress printing services from our studio in Waxhaw, North Carolina, serving clients throughout the Charlotte area and across the country. From custom wedding invitations to refined business stationery and creative collaborations, every piece is printed by hand using traditional presses — delivering a level of texture, depth, and craftsmanship that digital printing simply cannot replicate.
What We Print
Our letterpress printing services are tailored to a wide range of applications, each produced with careful attention to detail and material.
Wedding Invitations
Custom letterpress wedding invitations and full invitation suites designed to set the tone for your celebration. From save-the-dates to day-of pieces, we create heirloom-quality work that leaves a lasting impression. Explore our wedding invitations in Charlotte & beyond!
Business Printing
Premium letterpress business cards, stationery, and branded materials that communicate professionalism and craftsmanship. Ideal for businesses, creatives, and organizations seeking something beyond standard print. Explore our business printing capabilities
Custom Projects
We collaborate with designers, agencies, artists, and individuals on custom letterpress printing projects — from limited-edition prints to bespoke packaging and specialty pieces.
Our Process
Every project begins with a conversation. Whether you come to us with a finished design or an initial idea, we guide you through the process to ensure your work is perfectly suited for letterpress printing.
Consultation - We discuss your project, goals and specifications
Design & Preparation - We adapt or create your artwork, optimized for letterpress
Printing - Each piece is expertly printed by hand on our vintage presses
Finishing - Optional processes including foil stamping, embossing, die-cutting, scoring, etc
The result is a finished piece that reflects both your vision and the enduring craft of letterpress.
Wedding and event invitations
Business & social stationery
Personalized notecards
Posters & broadsides
Greeting & holiday cards
Promotional pieces
Business cards
Certificates & awards
Menus, table cards & labels
Custom projects
Why Letterpress
In a world dominated by digital communication, letterpress printing offers something more tangible and memorable. The deep impression, soft texture, and subtle variations in each piece create a sensory experience that stands apart.
For clients who value craftsmanship, detail, and authenticity, letterpress provides a timeless way to communicate — whether for a wedding, a brand, or a personal project.
Our Studio
Our Waxhaw-based studio is home to a collection of restored presses, including a Heidelberg Windmill and Vandercook cylinder press, allowing us to produce work with precision and consistency while preserving traditional techniques.
While we are based just south of Charlotte, we regularly work with clients across the country, providing the same level of care and craftsmanship regardless of location.
Let’s Get Started
If you’re considering a project and want to explore what’s possible with letterpress, we’d love to hear from you.