4OVER4.COM Newsletter Designs That Inspire
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Printed newsletters on 8.5 x 11 to 11 x 25.5 inch sheets, from 50 copies in 3 business days, earn attention that a crowded inbox cannot. Compare folds, paper stocks, and finishes, see real customer designs, and get the design rules that make your message get read, with live specs, pricing, and free templates. Every finished newsletter comes from a sheet size, a stock from 70# uncoated to 100# gloss text, and a fold from flat to half fold, trifold or Z-fold.
A printed newsletter turns your message into something people hold. Choose a flat sheet for a quick handout, a half fold for a mini magazine, or a trifold or z-fold self-mailer that needs no envelope. 4OVER4 prints on 70# uncoated to 100# gloss or silk text and cover stocks with a free online proof; the company carries 60+ paper stocks across its range, has served 150,000+ businesses and has printed for 25+ years.
Printed newsletters
Printed newsletters, from 50 copies in 3 business days
4OVER4 prints newsletters at 8.5 x 11, 8.5 x 14, 9 x 12, 11 x 17 or 11 x 25.5 inches, flat or with a half fold, trifold, Z-fold or one of seven other folds, in full color on one side or both. Stocks run from 70# uncoated text for mailing to 100# gloss or silk text and 14pt cover for a lobby copy. A run starts at 50 copies and prints in 3 business days, 800 copies cost $0.28 each, and 25,000 cost $0.06 each.
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4OVER4.COM Newsletter Designs That Inspire
8.5 x 11 to 11 x 25.5
Newsletters people actually read
4OVER4 prints newsletters in five sheet sizes from 8.5 x 11 to 11 x 25.5 inches, flat or folded, in full color on both sides, from 50 copies. A printed newsletter lands on a desk, sits in a waiting room, or gets pinned to a fridge, so it sticks around. That is the difference between a two-second glance and genuine engagement with your brand, and 4OVER4 has served 150,000+ businesses across its whole range, with 61 buyers rating these newsletters 5.0.
Whether you are a church updating your congregation, a real estate office sharing market insights, or a nonprofit keeping donors in the loop, printed newsletters deliver credibility that digital channels struggle to match. You pick the paper stock, from 70# uncoated text to 14pt cover, the finish, and one of ten folds, and 4OVER4 handles the rest; the company carries 60+ paper options across its range.
Need your newsletters fast? 4OVER4 offers same day printing for tight deadlines, with no cutting corners on quality. Here is a closer look at the formats, stocks, and design ideas that make a newsletter worth keeping.
Flat, half, tri, Z
Which newsletter fold fits your message?
4OVER4 newsletters come in several formats. A flat sheet is the simplest handout or insert, a half fold reads like a four-page mini magazine, and a trifold or z-fold turns one sheet into a self-mailer that needs no envelope. If you want a head start on the file, browse free blank templates sized for a clean setup.
Flat Sheet Newsletter
A single flat page that works as a quick handout or an insert. It is the simplest format and the easiest to design your first time out.
Half Fold
One fold turns a sheet into a four-page mini newsletter, which reads like a small magazine and mails cleanly inside an envelope.
Trifold
Two folds create six panels, so a trifold newsletter becomes a self-mailer that needs no envelope and still holds plenty of content.
Z-Fold and Accordion
Zigzag folds reveal the content panel by panel, which is ideal for step-by-step updates, event schedules, and longer stories.
By route
Match the newsletter to the reader
Count the readers and the route: 50 copies for a board meeting, 800 for a congregation, 7,000 for a neighborhood drop. A weekly bulletin, a mailed market update, and a coated lobby leave-behind each ask for a different build.
Churches and congregations
ChurchA printed bulletin reaches members who do not check email, keeping the whole community in the loop each week.
Real estate farming
Real estateMail neighborhood market updates to a farm area and build the name recognition that wins listings over time.
Waiting rooms and lobbies
Leave-behindA coated leave-behind gives patients and visitors something useful to read while they wait.
Not sure on the stock
Free samplesOrder free samples and feel every paper weight in your hands before you commit to a full run.
No design yet
DesignerOpen the Online Designer to build your newsletter from a template or upload your own artwork.
We ordered a test batch of newsletters for our quarterly donor update. The paper quality was noticeably better than our last printer, and the colors were spot-on. Our donors actually commented on how nice it looked.
Five sizes, ten folds
The newsletter product: 70# uncoated to 100# gloss text, 3 business days
The product behind this page prints on 70# uncoated, 100# gloss or silk text and heavier covers, in five sizes, with ten folds, perforation and a three-hole punch, in 3 business days. For a broader look at print that pairs with a mailing, browse the 4OVER4 booklet showcase. With 25+ years in the printing business, 4OVER4 knows how to build a piece that lasts.
From 50 copies
Three text stocks, six folds, and the price at 50 copies
These are the real configurator specs and prices behind a newsletter order, from 70# uncoated text for mailing to a 100# gloss or silk text for a premium edition. The first calculator step is 50 newsletters at $75.80, which is $1.52 a copy, and production takes 3 business days.
| Quantity | Price Per Unit | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 50 | $1.52 | $75.80 |
| 100 | $1.09 | $108.75 |
| 200 | 70.8¢ | $141.70 |
| 300 | 54.6¢ | $163.67 |
| 400 | 46.4¢ | $185.63 |
| 500 | 41.5¢ | $207.60 |
$1.52 to $0.06
Quantity pricing and the specs behind it
A quick scan of example per-unit pricing and the stocks, inks, and finishes you can choose, so you can shortlist the right newsletter before you open the configurator. Configure your exact specs for a live quote.
| Quantity | Price per unit | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| 50 | $1.52 | Short runs and test batches |
| 800 | $0.28 | Monthly congregation or client mailings |
| 7,000 | $0.09 | Neighborhood farm and community drops |
| 25,000 | $0.06 | Large bulk distribution campaigns |
Paper stocks
- 100# Gloss Text
- 100# Silk / Matte Text
- 70# Uncoated Text
Ink color
- 4/0 front only, blank back
- 4/4 full color both sides
Finish
- Standard finish
- High gloss UV coating
Folding
- No fold, half fold, trifold
- Z-fold, accordion, gate fold
Proof options
- Straight to production
- Free online proof
- Next day hardcopy proof
Extras
- Perforation
- Three-hole punch
- Scoring
Churches to realtors
Who prints newsletters, and why they keep coming back
A donor update, a real estate agent's 500 monthly farm mailings and a weekly church bulletin all run on the same sheet, from 70# uncoated text up. The physical format is what makes them stick, reaching readers a digital channel never touches.
Churches and nonprofits
Weekly or monthly bulletins keep members informed about events, volunteer needs, and community news, reaching people who do not check email.
Real estate agents
Neighborhood market updates mailed to a farm area build recall, so homeowners think of you first when they decide to list.
Medical and dental offices
Waiting room newsletters with health tips, staff introductions, and seasonal reminders give patients something useful and reinforce trust.
Schools and parent groups
Monthly newsletters sent home with students keep families engaged with activities, fundraisers, and the academic calendar.
Retail and small business
A printed insert or counter newsletter highlights promotions, loyalty perks, and new arrivals right where customers already are.
Wally folds your message into the mail
From flat sheet to self-mailer
A printed newsletter is the fastest way to land in someone's hands. Pick your fold, choose the stock, and drop in your art or a free template. Print full color on both sides, let the proof confirm it, and your update is on its way with no inbox to compete with.
Order newsletters →I mail about 500 newsletters a month to my real estate farm area. The print quality from 4OVER4 is consistent every single time. People actually tell me they look forward to getting them.
One message per panel
Design tips that make your newsletter worth keeping
A great newsletter does not just inform, it gets read, saved, and shared. The five rules below cover headlines, contrast, white space, and where the call to action sits on the panel.
Keep headlines short and specific
"Spring Event Schedule" beats "A Message From Our Director About Upcoming Events." People scan before they read, so give them a reason to stop.
Dark type on light stock
Dark text on a light background is the baseline. 4OVER4 prints in full CMYK, so keep your colors vivid and make sure the text pops off the page.
Leave white space
Cramming every inch with text makes a newsletter feel like homework. Generous margins and spacing between sections let the content breathe and readers stay longer.
Include a clear call to action
Every newsletter should ask the reader to do one thing. Visit a page, call a number, or attend an event, placed where the eye naturally lands.
Build art at 150 DPI or better
Photos and logos need to stay crisp on paper. Build artwork at 150 DPI or better, and the <a href="/benefit/online-designer">Online Designer</a> flags resolution problems before you order.
I switched from a cluttered two-column layout to a cleaner single-column design and got way more responses. The crisp print quality on the coated stock really made the photos pop.
Fold-sized templates
Two newsletter templates, sized for the fold
Open the two-page or the modern newsletter template in the designer, set the fold, and the free proof shows every panel before the run prints.
Envelope myths
Envelopes, coated stock, and other newsletter myths
Four myths about printed newsletters, set straight, so you order the right piece the first time and know exactly what the format can do.
Printed newsletters are a relic no one reads anymore.
A printed newsletter lands in the physical world, where it sits on a desk or a fridge and earns far more attention than an email buried in an inbox.
You need an envelope to mail a newsletter.
A half fold, trifold, or z-fold turns a single sheet into a self-mailer, so many newsletters ship with no envelope at all.
Coated stock is always the better choice.
A heavier coated stock feels premium for lobbies and keepsakes, but a light uncoated text stock keeps postage down for high-volume mailings.
Double-sided printing wastes money.
Printing full color on both sides doubles your content space on the same sheet, so most customers get more value from every page.
By the numbers
Newsletter printing at 4OVER4, in numbers
Newsletters print in 3 business days across 25 quantity tiers from 50 copies. The rating and full color figures belong to newsletters; the other four describe 4OVER4 as a whole since 1999.
Donors and farm mailings
Donor updates and farm-area mailings, reviewed by the senders
We ordered a test batch of newsletters for our quarterly donor update. The paper quality was noticeably better than our last printer, and the colors were spot-on. Our donors actually commented on how nice it looked.
I mail about 500 newsletters a month to my real estate farm area. The print quality from 4OVER4 is consistent every single time. People actually tell me they look forward to getting them.
I switched from a cluttered two-column layout to a cleaner single-column design and got way more responses. The crisp print quality on the coated stock really made the photos pop.
Paper or inbox
What a printed newsletter does well, and what to weigh
The honest pros and cons, so you know exactly where a printed newsletter shines and where it needs a plan before you commit to a run.
Where printed newsletters win
- A physical piece earns attention that a crowded email inbox rarely gives your message
- Reaches readers who do not check email, from older congregations to busy parents
- Folds like half, trifold, and z-fold turn one sheet into a self-mailer with no envelope
- 60+ paper stocks let you match a light mailing stock or a premium coated keepsake
Postage, fixed content, and the address list
- Printing and postage cost more per contact than sending an email blast
- Content is fixed once it prints, so plan around your production and mail dates
- A large mailing needs a clean address list to avoid waste on returns
- Photos and logos need high-resolution files to stay crisp at print size
Start with the format
Start with the fold, then the stock
The fold decides how your newsletter reads. A flat sheet works as a quick handout or insert, a half fold reads like a four-page mini magazine, and a trifold or z-fold folds a single sheet into a self-mailer that needs no envelope. Match the format to how the piece will travel and be read, and every later choice gets easier.
Decide how much content each edition carries and whether it goes in the mail. A half fold suits a short monthly update, a trifold holds more sections without feeling crowded, and an accordion fold reveals a longer story panel by panel. 4OVER4 offers folding, scoring, perforation, and three-hole punch options so the finished piece matches how your readers will use it.
Paper and pricing
Pick the paper stock and know the price
Newsletters print on a range of stocks, from a light 70# uncoated text for mass mailing to a 100# gloss or silk text for a premium quarterly edition. A lighter stock keeps postage costs down across a large run, while a heavier coated stock adds the polished feel that turns a newsletter into a keepsake. Before you commit to a full print run, order your free samples and compare the options side by side. For a general business edition, the standard newsletter at 4OVER4 takes the same stocks.
Pricing scales with quantity, so a short test batch and a large community mailing both make sense. Per-unit costs drop sharply as volume climbs, and 4OVER4 supports both short runs for small organizations and large bulk orders for wide distribution. The quantity table above shows real price tiers so you can plan your budget before you open the configurator.
Design and pairings
Design that gets read, and what pairs with it
A great newsletter does not just inform, it gets read, saved, and shared. Keep headlines short and specific, hold strong contrast between text and background, and leave white space so the content breathes. Print full color on both sides to double your content space, and place your most important message and call to action where the eye naturally lands. The Online Designer flags low-resolution art before anything runs.
A newsletter rarely travels alone. The same file discipline that makes it read clean carries across your whole kit, so it pairs naturally with printed banners for events, booklets for longer-form content, and banner stands for a branded backdrop. See how other brands build newsletter covers in the 15 creative designs article. Need it fast? 4OVER4 offers same day printing for tight deadlines, and the Help Center covers file setup, bleed, and resolution specs.
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Common questions about ordering newsletters
Stocks, folds, turnaround, and file prep, answered for the 70# uncoated and 100# gloss text stocks a newsletter runs on.
What paper stock works best for mailed newsletters?
For newsletters going through the mail, a lighter uncoated stock keeps postage costs down while still feeling solid. If your newsletter is a leave-behind for lobbies or events, a heavier coated stock adds a polished, professional touch. 4OVER4 newsletters are available in multiple weights so you can match the stock to the purpose.
Can I print newsletters with a fold?
Yes. 4OVER4 offers folding options so your newsletter can be a half fold, trifold, or flat sheet. Folded newsletters are popular for direct mail since they are self-contained and do not need an envelope. If you are exploring other folded or bound formats, take a look at 4OVER4 booklet printing for longer-form content.
How fast can I get my newsletters printed?
Turnaround depends on the quantity and specs you choose. Standard production runs a few business days, with rush options available for tighter deadlines. A 99.8% on-time delivery rate means your newsletters show up when you need them.
Do you offer design help for newsletters?
4OVER4 provides free downloadable templates to get you started. If you need more guidance, the Help Center covers file setup, bleed requirements, and resolution specs. You can also upload your own design if you are working with a graphic designer.
What is the minimum order quantity for newsletters?
Minimum quantities vary by size and paper stock. 4OVER4 supports both short runs for small organizations and large bulk orders for wide distribution campaigns. Check the pricing section above for specific quantity tiers.
Can newsletters be printed on both sides?
Absolutely. Most customers print double-sided to maximize content space. 4OVER4 newsletters print in full color on both sides, so you get the most value from every sheet. For event signage that pairs well, explore 4OVER4 banners.
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Print your newsletter in full color on both sides
Pick a fold, choose your stock, and drop in your art or a free template. We print it sharp in full color on both sides with a free online proof, ready to mail or hand out.
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