Screen Printing on Hanes Beefy-T Long Sleeve Shirts

by Jennifer | Feb 11, 2020 | Cricut Projects, Project Ideas, Screen Printing, Screen Printing Press, Tutorials

This post was sponsored by Brandwear United. Today is a cold, rainy day here in Texas. It’s the perfect day to wear… and talk about screen printing on long sleeve t-shirts. If you are looking to DIY your own branded t-shirts or maybe you want to sell them,...

Comparing 2 Methods of Screen Printing Overlapping Colors

by Jennifer | Jan 25, 2020 | Cricut Projects, Design Tips, Screen Printing, Screen Printing Press, Tutorials, Valentines, Vinyl Projects

When you are screen printing a design that has overlapping or touching colors, there are different techniques you can use depending on the result you are trying to achieve. I’m comparing two common methods that I call “overlap” and...

How to Screen Print on Felt Santa Hats

by Jennifer | Dec 3, 2019 | Christmas, Cricut Projects, Screen Printing, Screen Printing Press, Vinyl Projects

Get your team or family in the Christmas spirit with matching Santa hats!  Using one piece of vinyl cut on your Cricut or Silhouette, you can screen print dozens of felt Santa hats in no time. Start by cutting your team name or personalization using Cricut Design...

How to Screen Print Santa Treat Mats

by Jennifer | Nov 27, 2019 | Christmas, Cricut Projects, Project Ideas, Screen Printing, Screen Printing Press, Vinyl Projects

We are counting down the days until Santa comes to town! Santa mats have become so popular this year, so I thought I’d make my version using screen printing with vinyl. These would be a great product to add to your shop or Christmas craft fair booth.  Whether...

How to Setup Your 1 Color 1 Station Screen Printing Machine NS101

by Jennifer | Nov 23, 2019 | Screen Printing, Screen Printing Press, Tutorials

I first learned how to screen print with just a Speedball frame, some ink and a shirt on my craft room table.  It worked great and I made many shirts this way.  But there was always this anticipation when I lifted the screen – Did I get ink evenly over the...

Screen Printing Glow in the Dark Ink with DIY Pallet

by Jennifer | Oct 21, 2019 | Ink, Project Ideas, Screen Printing, Screen Printing Press, Tutorials

Last week I shared a tutorial on a DIY Youth and Toddler size screen printing pallet that I made for my screen printing press.  This same pallet works great for tote bags too!  Today I’m making a personalized trick-or-treat bag for my daughter who is going to be...

DIY Youth and Toddler Size Screen Printing Pallet

by Jennifer | Oct 14, 2019 | Screen Printing, Screen Printing Press, Tutorials

When I started screen printing, I put my shirt on a table, placed the screen printing frame on top, and squeegeed ink over it.  When you lift the screen, you reveal your screen printed design.  But… what if you missed a spot?  Putting your screen back on the...

How to Align Screen When Printing Multi-Color Shirts

by Jennifer | Oct 10, 2019 | Cricut Projects, Screen Printing, Screen Printing Press

I love using my Cricut to create screen printed shirts (rather than HTV) without the chemicals and exposure units of traditional screen printing. With minimal setup, I can make shirts that look just like the pros.  However, one of the challenges I’ve encountered...

How to Screen Print Multi-Color Designs on a 1 Color 1 Station Screen Printing Press

by Jennifer | Jun 25, 2019 | Cricut Projects, Screen Printing, Screen Printing Press, Tutorials

If you have gotten serious about your screen printing, you’ve likely looked into one of these 1 Color 1 Station Screen Printing Presses.  These hinged platforms are very helpful when apply ink through your screen.  If you happen to miss a spot, just pull the...