International Women’s Day is a moment to celebrate the leaders, creators, and educators who expand what is possible in every industry. In the world of screen printing, one of those voices belongs to Jennifer Sanderson of Pigskins & Pigtails.
For thousands of people, their first screen print did not happen in a commercial shop. It happened at a kitchen table, a classroom desk, or a craft studio. In many cases, that first step started with one of Jennifer’s tutorials. Through her approachable teaching style and welcoming community, Jennifer has introduced an entirely new generation of makers to the craft of screen printing.
Her story is a reminder that innovation in this industry does not always begin in a factory or production shop. Sometimes it begins with a simple creative idea and the courage to share it.
Beginning With A Simple Creative Goal
Jennifer Sanderson began her screen printing journey in 2010 with one goal: create custom outfits for her daughters to wear while they cheered on their father, a high school football coach. The “pigtails” on the sidelines and the “pigskins” on the field quickly inspired the name that would become her brand.
What started with vinyl-cut stencils and a kitchen table experiment soon turned into something much bigger. When Jennifer shared her process online, people responded immediately. Her tutorials showed that screen printing did not have to feel intimidating or out of reach.
Instead of complicated equipment and industrial setups, Jennifer focused on what beginners really needed: clear guidance, simple tools, and encouragement to try. Her videos and lessons quickly resonated with hobbyists, educators, parents, and small business owners who were discovering screen printing for the first time.
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Building a Community of First-Time Printers
One of Jennifer’s greatest contributions to the screen printing world is the community she has helped build. Her audience includes artists, teachers, parents, and entrepreneurs who might never have considered screen printing before discovering her work.
By breaking down complex processes into approachable steps, Jennifer opened the door for people who felt the industry was too technical or equipment-heavy to explore. Her message has always been simple: you can learn this.
That mindset has empowered thousands of creators to experiment with printing, launch small businesses, host community workshops, and bring hands-on creativity into classrooms.
In many ways, Jennifer has become a bridge between the crafting world and the professional screen printing industry, showing that the fundamentals of the craft belong to anyone willing to learn.
The Pigskins & Pigtails Starter Press: Designed for You
After more than a decade of teaching beginners, Jennifer understood exactly where new printers struggled and what would make the process easier. That insight led to a collaboration with Ryonet to create a press designed specifically for first-time printers, but one that could grow with them.
The result is the Pigskins & Pigtails Starter Press, a compact tabletop press built to make screen printing accessible in small creative spaces.
Inspired by Jennifer’s teaching philosophy and built with the same trusted engineering as a Riley Hopkins press, this tool helps beginners experience real screen printing without the need for a full production shop.
Why creators love having this press in their workspace:
Fits Your Space: With a tiny footprint (12 x 21 x 17.25 inches), it easily fits on a desk or counter so you can print wherever creativity strikes.
Portable Setup: The suction cup base secures the press during printing and allows it to be moved or stored when not in use.
Multi-Color Ready: Quick-release clamps make swapping screens simple, helping beginners move from single to multi-color designs.
Flexible Compatibility: Works with both wood and aluminum frames so printers can use supplies they already have.
Empowerment Through the Right Supplies
Jennifer’s mission has always been to remove the “scary” parts of screen printing. That same philosophy shaped the Pigskins & Pigtails Screen Printing Bundle, which gathers the essentials needed to complete a first project with confidence.
Everything you need for a successful start:
The Pigskins & Pigtails Starter Press
Two 14x18in Aluminum 110 Mesh Screens: durable and easy to handle.
Two 11" Wood Squeegees in a cheerful turquoise finish.
A 2oz. bottle of Sgreen Adhesive to keep garments perfectly in place.
For creators who love playful experimentation, the Mini Edition Press Kit brings the joy of printing to small projects like patches, tags, and teaching demonstrations.
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The Power of a Positive Community
At Ryonet, we believe education strengthens the entire screen printing community. Jennifer Sanderson’s work reflects that same belief. By sharing her process and encouraging beginners to try something new, she has helped expand the industry in ways few could have predicted.
This International Women’s Day, we celebrate and the educators, entrepreneurs, and creators who make this craft more welcoming and accessible for everyone. Jennifer’s journey shows that a single idea, shared openly with others, can inspire thousands of people to pick up a squeegee and start creating.
When creators support one another, the entire industry grows stronger.