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Vintage Underbase | Deep Dive With Colin

Josh ValenciaJul 05, 2024

Welcome back to another Deep Dive! Today, explore the exciting process of creating a special Made in America giveaway shirt. Follow along with this...

How to Create a White Base in Screen Printing Using Adobe Illustrator

Josh ValenciaJun 19, 2024

Creating a white base for screen printing is essential to make sure your colors pop and look vibrant, especially on dark fabrics. This tutorial from walks you through the steps to prepare your design, apply choking and trapping techniques, and finalize your print to achieve professional results. With these techniques, you'll avoid the "Oreo cookie" effect, where white edges show around your design, and ensure your prints are clean and precise.

Add a Sparkle or Chrome Effect to Screen Prints with FN-INK™ Metallic Silver Plastisol Ink

Jacelyn WedmanApr 25, 2022

Sometimes, a design calls for a shimmery, sparkling effect. To get this type of effect, metallic ink can do magic. Each metallic ink has its uses, and FN-INK™ Metallic Silver can add stunning elements to a design and bring prints to life. Let’s look at some of the different ways screen printers can use FN-INK™ Silver in their shops.

Take Your Prints to the Third Dimension with FN-INK™ Puff

Jacelyn WedmanApr 25, 2022

Sometimes, a client may want their design to take on a whole new level. They want their message to stand out from the rest, to jump out at the viewer. You could make that happen by making a stellar design, choosing a loud color combo, etc. Or, you can literally elevate the print by using a puff additive.

Puff prints are so cool, but there are a few tips and tricks you’ll need to know to make a solid, lofted print. So, what do you need to know? Let’s find out.

The Best Practices to Make a Print Shimmer with FN-INK™ Pearl

Jacelyn WedmanApr 25, 2022

Are you looking to introduce a little bit of shine to your prints? You don’t want it to be in-your-face shiny, but maybe you want the print to have a little shimmer. If this sounds like what you’re looking for, meet FN-INK™ Pearl. This specialty ink is perfect for adding a little shine or a pearlescent effect to prints. As with any specialty ink, there are best practices to follow to get the most out of the ink. Let’s learn how to use the pearl ink to get mesmerizing prints.

What is Color Shift and Why Does it Change the Color of Inks?

Jacelyn WedmanSep 29, 2021

Have you ever printed a color, checked the print, and noticed it turned out different than you expected? That is called color shift. It will happen with every ink you print. Depending on a few key factors, you can end up with one color looking completely different than you anticipated.

Let's look at the different variables at play and show you how to make adjustments to deal with color shift both before you print and on press.

Everything You Need to Know to Screen Print an Underbase

Sage LarsonJan 29, 2021

Knowing how to screen print an underbase is crucial for screen printers. If you want a bright, vivid print, you'll need to lay down a solid white base. Rogue Lab Owner Lee Stuart breaks down the steps on how to achieve a fantastic underbase.

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Vintage Underbase | Deep Dive With Colin

How to Create a White Base in Screen Printing Using Adobe Illustrator

Add a Sparkle or Chrome Effect to Screen Prints with FN-INK™ Metallic Silver Plastisol Ink

Take Your Prints to the Third Dimension with FN-INK™ Puff

The Best Practices to Make a Print Shimmer with FN-INK™ Pearl

What is Color Shift and Why Does it Change the Color of Inks?

Everything You Need to Know to Screen Print an Underbase