In this digital age it's important to take the time and savour our special memories. We have so many pictures stored on our phones and computers that for the most part we forget about them. Except for those late night scrolling sessions when I should be catching up on some sleep...please tell me that I'm not the only one that does this.
I've done the hard work for you and have created a short list of some great companies that are offering some awesome products and services. These companies are offering some really unique products that look so cool you'll want to display them in your home, even if you are a minimalist, and they score great in the quality department too.
Check them out, in no particular order, and let me know what you think. I'd love to hear from you if you think there are any other companies out there that I should give a try.
Mixbook
I loved ordering through Mixbook. I had a great experience, and I can’t stop talking about them to my friends.
Mixbook offers so many great options to choose from, but this time I ordered a hardcover photo book and some Christmas cards (which will be coming in a future post), and I will definitely be ordering more books and prints from them in the future. The quality is fantastic, and their software made the whole process so easy! I hadn’t ordered from them before and I didn’t know what to expect, but I’m so happy with the way everything turned out.
easy to use software
The ability to stop and save your work
Variety of fun printing options
Great prices
Great quality
sign up for a new account and receive up to 50% off of your first order
Parabo Press
I came across Parabo Press through Instagram, and what really drew me to them was some of their unique printing options, they really do offer everything! Oh yeah and their prices are great. I was very pleased with my square softcover photo book and square prints. I love that the printing paper has a thicker feel to them, makes them feel more luxurious than the drugstore prints that you can order.
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Variety of fun printing options
Great prices
Great quality
they offer a free set of 25 square prints
can order by mobile app
Social Print Studio:
Like I said, I was looking for companies that offer a unique variety of printing options and oh man social print studio delivered. They have so much to choose from that I actually had a hard time choosing :) I ordered business cards, mini square prints, and photo strips :) and I can’t wait to go back and order more! These will make for some great gift options. I am so pleased with the quality of these little prints. Also I have to mention that the customer service is fantastic. They are so friendly and quick to help, and I love that they are a small studio that handles everything themselves, so you know exactly who is handling your precious memories.
variety of printing options
great quality
great prices
small studio that provides hands on service
can order from mobile app
Pikto
Pikto is a great Canadian company. At first I thought it was a pro photo lab that was only available to professional photographers with premium prices, and although they do offer a professional photo lab experience, Pikto is definitely available to everyone :) I decided to try out their eco friendly softcover photo book. The software was super easy to use, great price, the shipping was fast, and my book looks and feels great!
offers professional printing services with a variety of options
great quality
fantastic prices
Canadian company
can order from mobile app
Artifact Uprising
Artifact Uprising is one of those companies that is a classic. Everyone knows them, and for good reason. Although this company is one of the pricier ones compared to the others I have mentioned, I have to include it for good reason. The quality and luxurious feel is just top notch. This time I ordered one of their newer additions, the Everyday Photobook. I got giddy opening up the package, and as any other paper lovers out there will understand, I love the feel of turning each page. Artifact Uprising has a minimalistic and classic aesthetic that applies to all of their designs allowing all of their products to look beautiful in your home.
great quality
simply beautiful designs
easy to use software
can order by mobile app
Note: The photos of my family and I were taken by Iulia Agnew and Juli Labrecque.
Disclaimer: I am human, and I make mistakes, often! Please forgive any spelling or grammatical errors. These are my thoughts and I have only the best of intentions.