The method involves providing a printing pattern, and converting the pattern into high-resolution electronic data set by image-processing software. The resolution of the electronic data set is reduced to preferably 60 to 80 dots per inch by the image-processing software. Printed decoration is created on a carrier material by a digital printer by using the electronic data set. A print cylinder is created for a gravure printing process by using the resolution-reduced electronic data set, and another printed decoration is created on another carrier material by using the print cylinder. An independent claim is also included for a device for producing decorative prints on carrier materials.