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Saddle Stitch Yearbook Printing

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Saddle Stitch Yearbooks offer a professional, lightweight, and cost-effective solution for capturing memories and milestones. This binding method uses high-quality staples along the spine - perfect for showcasing centerfold photography or detailed charts. Whether you’re creating a elementary school Yearbook or a sleek corporate "year in review," our digital printing ensures crisp text and vibrant colors on every page. 

  • The most affordable binding option for shorter page counts without sacrificing a premium look. 
  • Ideal for panoramic photos and edge-to-edge designs, ensuring no detail is lost in the binding. 
  • Optimized for high-speed digital printing to meet tight academic or fiscal year deadlines.
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8.5" x 11" portrait Saddle Stitch Yearbooks with 12 pages, printed on both sides of 100lb Gloss cover stock and 80lb Gloss text inner pages.

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8.5" x 11" portrait Saddle Stitch Yearbooks with 12 pages, printed on both sides of 100lb Gloss cover stock and 80lb Gloss text inner pages, with soft touch cover lamination.

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8.5" x 11" portrait Saddle Stitch Yearbooks with 12 pages, printed on both sides of 100lb Recycled cover stock and 80lb Recycled text inner pages.

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Uncoated

Uncoated paper has a soft, natural finish that absorbs ink, giving a muted look. It’s perfect for anything that benefits from a warm, authentic feel rather than bright colors. Its non-reflective surface also makes text especially easy to read.

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Gloss

Gloss paper has a sleek, shiny surface that makes colors pop and images look sharp. Perfect for projects where you want high impact, its finish adds vibrancy and depth, giving printed pieces a polished, professional look.

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Matte

Matte paper offers a smooth, coated surface without the shine. It delivers crisp detail with a more refined, sophisticated finish, great where readability matters. This stock balances image quality with an elegant, non-glare look.

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Recycled

Recycled paper combines environmental responsibility with quality print results. With its subtle texture and natural feel, it’s an excellent choice for brands or projects that value sustainability.

Uncoated

Uncoated paper has a soft, natural finish that absorbs ink, giving a muted look. It’s perfect for anything that benefits from a warm, authentic feel rather than bright colors. Its non-reflective surface also makes text especially easy to read.

Available weights

  • 100lb Cover
  • 70lb Text

Best for

  • Business stationery
  • Projects that value tactility
  • Text-heavy documents for maximum readability

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  • Soft, absorbent surface with a natural texture
  • Non-gloss finish for a classic, timeless look
  • Excellent for writing, stamping, or overprinting

Gloss

Gloss paper has a sleek, shiny surface that makes colors pop and images look sharp. Perfect for projects where you want high impact, its finish adds vibrancy and depth, giving printed pieces a polished, professional look.

Available weights

  • 100lb Cover
  • 100lb Text
  • 80lb Text

Best for

  • Everyday print with bold imagery
  • High-impact marketing
  • Any project where vibrant, polished visuals are key

Credentials

  • Shiny finish that enhances color depth
  • Smooth coating for sharp detail and contrast
  • Creates a premium, professional appearance

Matte

Matte paper offers a smooth, coated surface without the shine. It delivers crisp detail with a more refined, sophisticated finish, great where readability matters. This stock balances image quality with an elegant, non-glare look.

Available weights

  • 100lb Text
  • 80lb Text
  • 100lb Cover

Best for

  • Reports, booklets, and magazines with lots of text
  • Materials requiring a refined, glare-free finish
  • Projects balancing strong visuals with easy readability

Credentials

  • Non-reflective coating for a smooth, elegant look
  • Preserves image clarity without the shine
  • Ideal for a modern, understated presentation

Recycled

Recycled paper combines environmental responsibility with quality print results. With its subtle texture and natural feel, it’s an excellent choice for brands or projects that value sustainability.

Available weights

  • 100lb Cover
  • 80lb Text

Best for

  • Eco-conscious branding and corporate materials
  • Everyday printing with a sustainable message
  • Projects that need a natural, authentic feel

Credentials

  • Contains post-consumer recycled fibers
  • Reduced environmental impact compared to virgin stocks

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Our Saddle Stitch Yearbooks are the go-to choice for organizations that need a balance of durability and value. Often referred to as stapled binding, this format is particularly popular for K-8 schools, sports team programs, and quarterly corporate reports. We offer a curated selection of paper stocks to suit your brand, including high-shine Gloss for a modern feel, sophisticated Matte, traditional Uncoated, or our eco-friendly Recycled option. To ensure your Yearbooks survive the backpacks of students or the desks of executives, we provide optional lamination for the outer covers, adding a layer of protection against scuffs and moisture. With our streamlined production process, we deliver professional-grade results with a turnaround time that keeps your project on schedule.

Frequently asked questions

Got a question? We might have answered it here. If not, feel free to get in touch with The Team, we’re here to help! 

How long will my print take to arrive?

Find out how quickly you can get your print by filling out your selected options in the product builder, and check the delivery choices in your cart once you've added the product. Once your order has shipped, you’ll receive an email with a tracking code. You can also track the status of your delivery anytime by logging into your account and checking the Orders page. 

How do I set up my artwork for print?

Do you provide downloadable templates? 

Yes! On our product pages, you’ll find free PDF templates to help you set up your artwork for print. Each template is pre-built with the correct bleed and safe area, so your design is ready to print perfectly. 

What is bleed? 
Bleed is the extra area that extends past the edge of your final document size. Adding bleed (at least 0.125" on all sides) ensures your design prints edge-to-edge with no white borders. Some products may need a different bleed size - check our templates or Artwork Editor for details. 

What is safe area? 
The safe area is the margin inside your document where important elements should stay. Keeping text and key design parts within the safe area prevents them from being trimmed off during finishing. Our templates and Artwork Editor show you the recommended safe area for each product. 

What’s the difference between RGB and CMYK? 
RGB (Red, Green, Blue) is the color mode used for screens. CMYK (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black) is the color mode for printing. Always set up your artwork in CMYK for the best results. 

Why do I need to embed fonts? 
If fonts aren’t embedded, another computer may substitute them with defaults, changing the look of your design. Embedding fonts locks them in so your print matches your original file. 

Which file type should I upload? 
Please upload a print-ready PDF or build your design using our Artwork Editor for the best quality and smoothest results.

Which stock should I choose?

The kind of paper or material you choose for your print will affect how your colors look. For example, uncoated paper creates a softer, more muted finish and is great for writing on, while coated papers and materials are best for bright, vibrant colors. 


Don’t forget to consider weight as well: 

Text vs. Cover
  • Text stock is lighter and more flexible - think Brochures, Flyers, or the inside pages of a book. 
  • Cover stock is thicker and sturdier - perfect for Postcards, Business Cards, or book covers. 
lbs (Pounds) vs. pt (Points) 
  • Pounds (lbs) measure paper weight - the higher the number, the heavier the stock. An 80lb text sheet is thinner than an 80lb cover sheet, as they’re measured on different scales. 
  • Points (pt) measure thickness. One point = one-thousandth of an inch. For example, 10pt cover stock is 0.010" thick. 
  • An 80lb text stock is roughly 4pt, and an 80lb cover stock is roughly 10pt, however this can differ per paper type.
Boards and materials 
  • While standard paper stocks are typically measured in pounds (lbs) or points (pt), some large format and specialty materials use different measurements depending on the product.
  • oz (Ounces) are commonly used for banners, fabrics, and flexible signage materials. A higher ounce number typically means a heavier, more durable material. For example, a 9oz Banner is lighter and more flexible than an 15oz Banner.
  • mm (Millimeters) & inches measure material thickness and are often used for rigid signs and large format boards, such as Foam Board or Corrugated Plastic. Thicker boards are generally more rigid and durable, while thinner options are lighter and easier to display or transport.

Can I get free shipping on my order?

Yes - free shipping is available on selected orders. Depending on the shipping zip code, orders may qualify if the total weight is under 10 lb. If your order qualifies, you’ll see the free shipping option at checkout.

How many pages can I print in a Saddle Stitch Yearbook?

You can print up to 48 pages when you select this binding type. This page count includes your front and back covers, so you'll have plenty of space for your content while keeping your booklet easy to handle and read.

What exactly is Saddle Stitch Binding?

Saddle Stitch binding is a popular booklet binding method where folded sheets are stapled together along the spine fold. You might also hear these called Stapled Booklets because of the stapled binding technique. It's perfect for catalogs, programs, multipage brochures, and other multi-page materials that need a clean, professional look.

Is lamination available for Saddle Stitch Yearbook covers?

Absolutely. We highly recommend adding a Matte or Gloss lamination to your outer cover. This not only enhances the visual depth of your design but also adds essential durability to the spine where the staples are inserted

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