Since 1999, Starshaped Press has stayed true to the original craft of letterpress, disregarding the naysayers that claim antique metal & wood type is too limiting for quality design. With solid presswork and hard working midwestern gumption, Starshaped bucks popular trends by showcasing the beauty and relevance of well-designed, historic type & ornament. The mission of the studio is:

Focus on limited edition, heirloom ephemera, as showcased in Print Work.

Champion metal and wood type for all projects, not one-time-use polymer (plastic) printing plates.

Preserve and promote the original tools of the letterpress trade with a modern sensibility.

Commit to continued recycling and reuse in the studio, with a reduction in packaging materials and an emphasis on sustainably sourced papers.