Journey in the Screen Printing Industry | Let's Talk Shop with Zach From Self Made Designs  | Screenprinting.com

Journey in the Screen Printing Industry | Let's Talk Shop with Zach From Self Made Designs

Josh Valencia

Welcome to Let's Talk Shop! Here, we share amazing stories about customization and industry experts. Today, we’re excited to tell you about Zack, the creative mind behind Self-Made Designs.

Zack's story shows how passion, creativity, and hard work can turn a love for art into a successful screen printing business. Watch the video below to hear from Zack himself and read on to learn more about his incredible journey.

Printavo | 50+ Year Industry Starting From Scratch  | Screenprinting.com

Printavo | 50+ Year Industry Starting From Scratch

Josh Valencia

In this video from Printavo, experts give tips on starting a screen printing business in 2024. They say to choose a product that makes good profit and is in high demand. First, focus on local and nearby markets. Build strong relationships with local managers and slowly expand to larger areas. They mention a company working with In-N-Out for big orders. This shows how important it is to understand what clients need and to gain their trust.

Equipment Loan vs. Equipment Lease: What Makes Sense For A Screen Printer?  | Screenprinting.com

Equipment Loan vs. Equipment Lease: What Makes Sense For A Screen Printer?

Ronald Peters
Equipment financing can equip your business for success by keeping working capital in your hands. Paying cash for a piece of machinery requires paying in full before the machinery is productive and able to contribute to your revenue.
Threaded Ambitions Unite the Garment Industry at ThreadX 2024  | Screenprinting.com

Threaded Ambitions Unite the Garment Industry at ThreadX 2024

Brandon Schmunk
Our focus wasn't just on transforming garments; it was about reshaping perceptions, creating memorable experiences, and building lasting brand identities. We envisioned a future where every piece of apparel tells a story and fosters connections.
March '24 Screen Printing Class: Where Creativity and Community Collide  | Screenprinting.com

March '24 Screen Printing Class: Where Creativity and Community Collide

Josh Valencia
This March, the in-person screen printing class, Screen Print Experience at Ryonet HQ in Vancouver, Washington, hit a sweet spot of learning, creativity, and fun. A big shout-out to everyone who made it, from the local attendees to the travelers from afar. Your drive and eagerness to head into screen printing made this session one for the history books.
Screen Printing Insights from Shirt Show with We Make Shirts  | Screenprinting.com

Screen Printing Insights from Shirt Show with We Make Shirts

Josh Valencia
Check out Episode 194 of "Shirt Show" for an in-depth conversation with Jon from "We Make Shirts." As a trailblazer in the Wisconsin screen printing landscape, Jon's knack for innovation and community connection offers a goldmine of insights.
What's the Difference Between the Riley Hopkins 250 and 300 Presses?  | Screenprinting.com

What's the Difference Between the Riley Hopkins 250 and 300 Presses?

Jacelyn Wedman
Ready to step up your screen printing game? Whether you’re printing in a spare room, garage, or commercial space, a press upgrade can jumpstart your shop. Beginner presses like the Riley Hopkins 150 are perfect for learning the ropes. But eventually, you may find yourself wanting more printheads, stations, and upgraded manual press technology. There are two options in the Riley Hopkins press line: the 250 and 300. Which is best for you? Let’s break it down.
What is Minimum Order Quantity and Why Does it Matter?  | Screenprinting.com

What is Minimum Order Quantity and Why Does it Matter?

Jacelyn Wedman
Every printer wants to make money. You don’t want to lose profit on a job, but don’t want to turn potential customers away. So what do you do? Set a minimum order quantity. A minimum order quantity will ensure that you are putting in the effort that isn’t going to waste. It also can help weed out customers who aren’t committed to quality like you are. Get your calculators out; this is going to take a bit of math. Don’t worry though. Here’s everything you need to find your minimum order quantity for every job.
Want to Screen Print? Here’s How to Choose the Best Start Up Press for You  | Screenprinting.com

Want to Screen Print? Here’s How to Choose the Best Start Up Press for You

Jacelyn Wedman
The day has come: you're ready to jump into the screen printing world. A key factor needed to get started in this adventure is a screen printing press. With tons of press options, it may be difficult to choose the best press to get started with. Luckily, there’s a guide to choosing the best startup press for your shop. Keep reading.
How Screen Printing Constantly Evolves to Fit an Ever-Changing World  | Screenprinting.com

How Screen Printing Constantly Evolves to Fit an Ever-Changing World

Jacelyn Wedman
Screen printing is a wide, diverse industry. From its start in the Song Dynasty to its current variations, the trade has taken on a whole new look. But what is screen printing? How has it evolved over hundreds of years? Let’s take a look.
4 Steps to Prepare Your Screen Print Shop for a Severe Storm  | Screenprinting.com

4 Steps to Prepare Your Screen Print Shop for a Severe Storm

Jacelyn Wedman
It’s summer storm season again. You know what that means: natural disasters and storms that can impact your business. What should you do to prepare for a severe storm and protect your print shop? Here are six tips for prepping before a storm and what to do if your shop does get damaged. 
Why Live Printing? PRNT SCRN Screen Printing Weighs In  | Screenprinting.com

Why Live Printing? PRNT SCRN Screen Printing Weighs In

Jacelyn Wedman
Live printing: some printers love it, others don’t. Doing live printing takes a little bit of bravery and a whole lot of preparation. So why should you do live printing? What’s so great about it? Josh Dykstra, the owner of PRNT SCRN Screen Printing, discusses his experience in live screen printing.