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2023 SHE RUNS Grand Rapids

Printing, running, and community – our three favorite things and they all came together beautifully at the 2023 SHE RUNS Grand Rapids event!

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Client Feature: Mary Free Bed at Home

A favorite project for a variety of reasons, learn about a custom wire-bound planner printed for the team at Mary Free Bed at Home.

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Envelope Everything

Envelope this, envelope that! Do you know how many different sizes and shapes and flaps you can choose from for envelopes? We’re here with everything you need to know – it’s basically Envelopes 101!

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2023 West Side Community Cleanup

Another Earth Day cleanup event in the books! Read about our annual community cleanup and our experience as a volunteer and sponsor of the event. Then, make a plan to get involved next year!

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I Can’t Escape the Swift

Spring break turned out extra fun for the Gutowski-Slaydon family when a bit of history of printing and family travels collide.

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All About “That Swift Guy”

The man, the myth, the legend – get a closer look at the man who started Swift Printing as the original patriarch of what we now know as the Westside’s Gutowski family.

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2023 Donut Dash Recap

Donut Dash Recap of who was involved, who we need to thank and all the exciting adventures that took place this year at the Donut Dash.

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Client Feature: Nonla Burger

Started in Kalamazoo, now they’re here! Nonla Burger has opened their doors on Bridge Street in Grand Rapids and brought with them a West Side-worthy menu of burgers, fries, shakes, and more.

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Through The Years: The Donut Dash 5K

From individuals running, to a group of individuals running together, to running and eating donuts, to running and collecting coats for the homeless, to all of the above. Take a look at our annual Donut Dash 5K through the years, powered by the amazing community behind the WestSide Stride!

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A Gala Guide to Printing

If you’re planning a large event or elegant gala, you need a lot of printed materials! From the initial invite to day-of wayfinding to thoughtful thank yous, we are here to help at every step. Get our guide to printing needs for galas and events!

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January 2023: What’s New on the Swift Side

Here’s a recap of the 2022 year and what’s to come in 2023. From Drip Drop opening, guide to printing timelines and upcoming donut dash. There is much to be excited for at Swift Printing.

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Client Feature: Broad Leaf Westside

We’ve got a few new kids on the block, and one of the most exciting is Broad Leaf Brewery + Spirit’s new Westside location! Get to know our new neighbors, then take a closer look at some recently-completed printing projects.

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Guide to Print Timelines

The early bird gets the project delivered on time! Read our guide to printing timelines for our most popular products, from stapled booklets to mailings, checks, labels and more.

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2022 Reflections

Take a look back at 2022 with us, a year that held new opportunities, nearly 10 million pieces printed, and a sweet sendoff to a well-tenured team member. We are ready for you, 2023!

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