Christmas Catalogues

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A Christmas catalogue is a little festive guide that businesses put together to show off their products, gift ideas, and seasonal offers all in one place. Most people think of the old-school ones that used to arrive through the letterbox, and the idea hasn't really changed, just the designs have. It's a mix of photos, descriptions, prices, and sometimes even stories or inspiration boards. The point is simple: to make Christmas shopping easier. Even if it's toys, decorations, food, hampers, or charity gifts, a Christmas catalogue brings everything together so customers can browse at their own pace, circle the things they like, and get into the holiday mood.

We see all sorts of companies come through our doors at I You Print. You'll find retailers planning their Christmas catalogue campaigns, charities preparing their Christmas charity catalogue, and even local food suppliers working on their yearly Christmas food catalogue . And once you see how well these catalogues work during the festive rush, it's easy to understand why they're not going away anytime soon.

What Makes Christmas Catalogues So Effective?

Scrolling online is quick, but it's also forgettable. A printed catalogue stays on the coffee table. It gets passed around. It ends up in bags, under fridge magnets, and in piles of “things to look at later.”

That's why you still see familiar names releasing their festive editions every year, from the classic Otter House Christmas catalogue to the Betty's Christmas catalogue and even the big high street Christmas catalogues shoppers love browsing through.

Printed catalogues simply feel more real. Especially during Christmas.

And for businesses they're still one of the most reliable ways to:

• Introduce products
• Inspire gift ideas
• Increase customer loyalty
• Boost seasonal sales
• Share charitable causes
• Reach customers who prefer physical browsing

In simple terms, a Christmas catalogue is both a marketing tool and a little piece of festive atmosphere your customers can enjoy.

Your Catalogue Size Options

When you're printing with us at I You Print, we offer different sizes because not every catalogue needs to be a heavy, retail-style book. Sometimes a small square brochure is enough. Other times, an A4 showcase is the right fit.

Here's the breakdown:

• 148 mm x 148 mm – small, modern, ideal for gift ideas or decor.
• 210 mm x 210 mm – a favourite for luxury Christmas catalogues.
• A3 – big, bold,and eye-catching, brilliant for wholesale or visual ranges.
• A4 – classic, solid, and perfect for most Christmas product catalogues brands use.
• A5 – lighter, wallet-friendly for posting and catalogue delivery campaigns.
• A6 – small and simple, often used for quick Christmas deals.
• DL – tall and elegant, works well for Christmas catalogue flyers.

Different sizes create different moods. If you're unsure, most businesses start with A5 or A4.

Picking Your Paper Stock

Here's where things get interesting. Paper stock makes more difference than people think.

At I You Print, you'll find:

• 90 gsm uncoated – light and easy to flip through, great for larger page counts.
• 115 gsm silk – smooth and slightly glossy.
• 120 gsm uncoated – natural, warm, ideal for charities.
• 130 gsm gloss – bright and lively, fantastic for food catalogues.
• 150 gsm silk – polished and professional.
• 170 gsm silk – premium and sturdy, brilliant for high-end brands.
• 170 gsm uncoated – modern and minimal. Brands love this one.

If you've handled a few catalogues in your life, you'll instantly know the difference. Touch matters.

Binding Choice

You're going to choose how the pages sit together:

• Long edge bound – the standard magazine style binding. Works for 95% of catalogues.
• Short edge bound – ideal for creative layouts or panoramic spreads.

Simple enough, but it's good to know your options.

Your Cover Options

The cover is the first impression, so you want it to look intentional.

We print using:

• 250 gsm silk – clean and classy.
• 250 gsm uncoated – softer touch, slightly more handmade-looking.
• 350 gsm silk – thicker and more luxurious.

If you're doing a luxury Christmas catalogue, go for the heavier cover. It immediately communicates quality.

How Many Pages Should You Have?

We print anywhere from 20 pp to 400 pp, which covers pretty much every type of Christmas catalogue:

• Small gift brochures
• Large retail catalogues
• Christmas wholesale catalogue editions
• Charity fundraising catalogues
• Seasonal homeware books
• Toy catalogues
• Hampers and food guides

Most companies stay between 28 and 68 pages. It keeps things tidy, readable, and affordable.

Lamination Options

Here's why lamination matters: it protects your catalogue from fingerprints and gives your cover a signature feel.

Your options:

• No lamination – simple, natural.
• Gloss (single or double sided) – shiny and vibrant.
• Matte (single or double sided) – smooth and clean-looking.
• Soft touch (single or double sided) – velvety, premium, and very on-trend for 2025.

If you're working on a Christmas gift catalogue for shoppers or anything luxury-leaning, soft touch is usually the go-to.

Turnaround Times

We keep this part straightforward because Christmas deadlines wait for no one.

Choose between:

• 1 working day (super fast!)
• 3–4 working days (standard turnaround)

Around late November and early December, these quick turnarounds become absolute lifesavers.

Quantities You Can Order

At I You Print, we print from 25 to 2,000 copies.

You'd be surprised how many small businesses only want 50 or 100 catalogues, especially for independent retailers, charity offices, and home-based business owners across Croydon and London.

Larger companies, especially those with national stockists, tend to order closer to the 2,000 mark.

The Many Ways Christmas Catalogues Are Used

We print catalogues for:

• Christmas decor businesses
• Charities groups
• Retailers offering catalogue shopping Christmas customers still love
• Food and hamper brands (including companies similar to Empire Bespoke Foods)
• Toy and game shops
• Wholesale suppliers
• Online brands that want something physical for customers
• Local Croydon shops that want to stand out
• Companies creating a Christmas brochure for events or experiences
• Churches and community groups
• Craft makers and small markets

In most cases, the catalogue becomes a little snapshot of the brand's personality, and customers appreciate that.

FAQs

1. Can you help with catalogue design?
Yes. Many businesses bring us photos and text, and we build the whole layout for them.

2. Do you deliver across London and the UK?
Yes. Our Christmas catalogue delivery service is fast, and UK-wide delivery is available too.

3. Can I order small quantities?
Yes, even 25 copies is fine.

4. What size do you recommend?
A5 and A4 are the most popular, but it really depends on your brand.

5. Can I get a luxury-style catalogue?
Absolutely. Soft-touch covers and thicker stocks work beautifully for that.

A Friendly Wrap-Up

If you're planning your new Christmas catalogue for 2025, whether it's for gifts, hampers, decorations, homeware, charity fundraising, or retail stock, we'd be happy to help you bring it to life.

At I You Print, we approach every catalogue like it's something customers will keep, flick through, and enjoy because that's exactly how good catalogues should feel during Christmas.

Whenever you're ready, just drop us a message or pop in.

We're right here in Croydon, and we love helping local businesses shine during the festive season.