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ᴛɢꜱ ᴅɪʀᴇᴄᴛ TGS Direct has been providing design, print, scanning, and mail services since 1989.

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Transform your brand with stylish books and catalogs that leave a lasting impression!
06/22/2026

Transform your brand with stylish books and catalogs that leave a lasting impression!

𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐯𝐚 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐬 + 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐰‑𝐇𝐨𝐰 = 𝐏𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐜Canva is an amazing tool; truly. It’s easy, it’s fast, it’s fun, and it let...
06/19/2026

𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐯𝐚 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐬 + 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐰‑𝐇𝐨𝐰 = 𝐏𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐜

Canva is an amazing tool; truly. It’s easy, it’s fast, it’s fun, and it lets anyone create something that looks great. For DIY designs, it’s one of the best options out there.

But here’s the catch:
Canva only gets you so far unless you know the printer’s secrets; things like bleeds, margins, color settings, resolution, and how to export a real print‑ready PDF. When you know those pieces, your Canva design can look just as professional as something built in the big Adobe programs. (Please don't tell my Graphic Design department I said this.)

And when you don’t know those pieces… well…
To a print shop graphic designer, a Canva file is kind of like telling your hairstylist you used box dye.😆

We can work with it; absolutely, but there’s usually some fixing, adjusting, and rescuing involved.

The good news?
If you’re designing in Canva and want it to print beautifully, we can guide you on:

🔹how to set up your file correctly
🔹how to add proper bleeds
🔹how to avoid fuzzy text
🔹how to export the right way

Canva is a great tool. Using it with the right print setup is what makes your project look like a pro did it.

𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝟐𝟓𝟎𝐭𝐡 𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧?We’ve got every thing you need to show your pride.From 𝒇𝒍𝒂𝒈𝒔, 𝒃𝒂𝒏𝒏𝒆𝒓𝒔, 𝒔𝒉𝒊𝒓𝒕𝒔, 𝒅𝒆𝒄𝒂𝒍𝒔, 𝒚...
06/16/2026

𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝟐𝟓𝟎𝐭𝐡 𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧?
We’ve got every thing you need to show your pride.

From 𝒇𝒍𝒂𝒈𝒔, 𝒃𝒂𝒏𝒏𝒆𝒓𝒔, 𝒔𝒉𝒊𝒓𝒕𝒔, 𝒅𝒆𝒄𝒂𝒍𝒔, 𝒚𝒂𝒓𝒅 𝒔𝒊𝒈𝒏𝒔, 𝒑𝒐𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒔, 𝒅𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒌𝒘𝒂𝒓𝒆, 𝒈𝒊𝒗𝒆𝒂𝒘𝒂𝒚𝒔, 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒄𝒖𝒔𝒕𝒐𝒎 𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝒈𝒆𝒂𝒓; if it helps you celebrate the USA, we can print it.

Whether you’re hosting a parade, decorating your business, gearing up for a community event, or just want to show your love for this great nation, we’re here to bring your patriotic ideas to life.

𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩 𝐈𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐬; 𝐍𝐨𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐭 𝐅𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐬Most people think Photoshop is the go‑to program for anything “design,” but...
06/12/2026

𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩 𝐈𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐬; 𝐍𝐨𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐭 𝐅𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐬

Most people think Photoshop is the go‑to program for anything “design,” but here’s the truth: Photoshop is not meant for creating print‑ready artwork.

Photoshop works in pixels, which is perfect for editing photos; but not for producing the crisp, scalable, bleed‑accurate files commercial printers need. Print‑ready artwork requires vector shapes, clean text, proper bleeds, CMYK color, and high‑resolution output. Photoshop wasn’t built for that.

So what is Photoshop for?
✔ Photo editing
✔ Retouching
✔ Compositing
✔ Digital painting
✔ Web and social graphics

If your project is going to press; postcards, brochures, business cards, signage, packaging - the correct tools are Illustrator or InDesign, which are designed specifically for print production.

If you ever need help preparing true print‑ready files, We've got you covered.

Our photo restoration work began with a need we couldn’t ignore. When we began creating the Memorial Yard Signs for the ...
06/11/2026

Our photo restoration work began with a need we couldn’t ignore.

When we began creating the Memorial Yard Signs for the Sgt Scoular's Annual Overdose Awareness and 5K Festival sponsored by 𝘽𝙧𝙞𝙖𝙣 𝘾𝙤𝙙𝙮’𝙨 𝘽𝙧𝙤𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙨 & 𝙎𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙁𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙙𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣, we saw something that stayed with us: many families no longer had a clear photo of the person they lost to the opioid epidemic.

Sometimes all they had left was a blurry screenshot, a tiny thumbnail, or a faded print. These images weren’t just pictures; they were the last visible connection to someone they loved. And they deserved to be seen clearly.

So our team made it a mission to learn, train, and develop new restoration techniques. Not just to improve a photo, but to give families back a face, a moment, a memory.

We bring that same dedication to every restoration we do. Let us help restore your photos and bring those memories into focus again.

𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐚𝐧 𝐄𝐃𝐃𝐌 𝐌𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐏𝐚𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐈𝐭𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐟? 𝑨𝒃𝒔𝒐𝒍𝒖𝒕𝒆𝒍𝒚.If you’re a service‑based business trying to reach the right peopl...
06/09/2026

𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐚𝐧 𝐄𝐃𝐃𝐌 𝐌𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐏𝐚𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐈𝐭𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐟? 𝑨𝒃𝒔𝒐𝒍𝒖𝒕𝒆𝒍𝒚.

If you’re a service‑based business trying to reach the right people in a specific area, Every Door Direct Mail is one of the smartest, most cost‑effective tools you can use.

Here’s why it often pays for itself- and then some:

💡 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗵𝗼𝘀𝗲𝗻 𝗻𝗲𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗱.
No lists. No wasted impressions. Just direct access to the exact community you want to serve.

💡 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱‑𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗰𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀
Depending on your industry, a handful of new clients or a boost in weekly appointments can easily offset the cost of the mailing. After that, it’s all profit.

💡 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝘁
In a world of digital overload, a well‑designed postcard gets noticed, held, and remembered.

💡 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀
Contractors, pest control, landscapers, cleaners, salons, restaurants, home services, medical practices; if your business depends on local visibility, EDDM puts you in every mailbox that matters.

When done right, EDDM isn’t an expense. It’s an investment that pays you back.

𝐀𝐝𝐨𝐛𝐞 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐈𝐬 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥; 𝐍𝐨𝐭 𝐒𝐨 𝐌𝐮𝐜𝐡 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐭Not all design apps are built for print; and Adobe Express is on...
06/05/2026

𝐀𝐝𝐨𝐛𝐞 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐈𝐬 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥; 𝐍𝐨𝐭 𝐒𝐨 𝐌𝐮𝐜𝐡 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐭

Not all design apps are built for print; and Adobe Express is one of them.

We’re seeing more Adobe Express files come through lately, and while we love the creativity, it’s not the tool for professional printing. Think of it like giving your kid a haircut with kitchen scissors: you can do it, but you probably won’t love the end results; and fixing it takes even more work.

Adobe Express exports low‑resolution RGB files with no bleeds, no vector text, and no print‑ready PDF options. These are foundational for great printing.

Great for social media, not great for postcards, banners, or anything that needs to look crisp in real life.

If you ever need help preparing print‑ready artwork or have questions, we’re here to make sure your project comes out sharp, accurate, and professional.

Graduation marks a significant milestone in one’s educational journey, whether it's from kindergarten to college. It's a...
06/03/2026

Graduation marks a significant milestone in one’s educational journey, whether it's from kindergarten to college. It's a moment to be celebrated!

At TGS Direct, we understand the importance of personalizing your graduation announcements and invitations to make each celebration unique and memorable.

Share your graduation stories or plans with us! Let's honor these achievements together.

Celebrate milestones and boost visibility with our vibrant feather flags!
05/28/2026

Celebrate milestones and boost visibility with our vibrant feather flags!

From parades to fundraisers, our outdoor banners are printed on tough vinyl, finished with grommets (or a pole sleeve), ...
05/18/2026

From parades to fundraisers, our outdoor banners are printed on tough vinyl, finished with grommets (or a pole sleeve), and built to look great in any weather.

𝑨 𝑺𝒑𝒆𝒄𝒊𝒂𝒍 𝑻𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒌‑𝒀𝒐𝒖
We were honored to print the banner celebrating the Bethel Volunteer Fire Department’s 195th year of service for this year’s Memorial Day parade. Thank you for your courage, commitment, and nearly two centuries of protecting our town.

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16 Francis J. Circle, Suite 104
Bethel, CT
06801

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Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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