with Jennifer of Pigskins & Pigtails
Expand your screen printing skills with my new Print Makers event. Whether you’re just starting out or want to print more complicated designs for business or creativity, this hands-on workshop will teach you what I have learned the hard way over the past 4 years.
FRIDAY, April 22
3:00-6:00PM
MEET & MAKE
BASICS OF SCREEN PRINTING WITH VINYL
Come try out screen printing with a press! Learn from Jennifer and other screen printing pros as you roll up your sleeves and print your own shirts.
SATURDAY, April 23
8:45AM-4:30PM
MAKE & LEARN
Advanced Screen Printing Skills Workshop
This full day hands on workshop will expand your screen printing capabilities for fun or making profit.
VIP WEEKEND PASS
Includes Friday and Saturday Events *BEST DEAL*
Plus, join Jennifer for a VIP Dinner on Friday night as we talk about all things business and crafting!
FRIDAY, APRIL 22
MEET & MAKE
This three hour event features a fun and hands on atmosphere for you to network and hone the basics of screen printing with vinyl.
What you’ll learn
- What materials you’ll need for screen printing at home using vinyl.
- Basic setup and operation of a 1 or 4 color screen printing press.
- Techniques for screen printing with water-based inks.
- Hands on screen printing projects for you to print and take home.
What’s included on Friday?
- Your choice of three t-shirts for printing (sizes vary)
- Six screen printing press work stations and three unique designs to choose from
- Drinks and snacks during the hands on portion of the workshop.
- Plenty of time to ask questions
This class is great for…
- networking with other makers
- asking questions of Jennifer and the other professional instructors
- if you’re just getting going in garment decoration
- if you’re using a vinyl cutter but have not tried screen printing
BONUS: Earth Day Celebration
Bring an old t-shirt and we’ll help you upcycle it into a tote bag. PLUS, you’ll receive a free Allmade t-shirt for participating!
SATURDAY, April 23
MAKE & LEARN
This full day, hands on workshop will expand your screen printing capabilities for fun or making profit.
What you’ll learn
- How to setup a screen with adhesive vinyl.
- How to create permanent screens using heat transfer vinyl.
- What equipment options you have to advance in screen printing.
- How to align multiple color jobs on a screen printing press.
- How to print on other things than t-shirts, like hoodies, tote bags, and polymailers.
- Other forms of decoration such as heat transfers.
- Advanced screen printing skills including gradient designs.
- Business tips and tricks to price, sell, and wow your customers.
What’s included on Saturday?
- Blank garments (you choose the sizes) for printing projects
- Coffee and drinks throughout the day
- Lunch with vegetarian or vegan options
- Plenty of time on press with trained instructors to ask advanced questions
This class is great if…
- you want a lot of hands on experience and guidance learning how to screen print with a press
- you want to learn techniques to improve your screen printing at home
- you’ve started a home business and want to expand what you can do and offer
- you’re looking for a creative outlet and a fun day
Event Location
MADE lab is located in downtown Fort Worth. This education laboratory will give you hands-on access to state-of-the-art screen printing equipment.
Made Lab
500 E. Broadway Ave.
Fort Worth, TX 76104
Friday, April 22
3:00-6:00 pm- Make & Take 3 T-Shirts
- Learn Screen Printing with Vinyl Basics
- Lots of Q&A Time
- Bonus: Allmade Earth Day Celebration!
Saturday, April 23
8:45am-4:30pm- Learn basic and advanced screen printing techniques
- Hands-on lessons with the screen printing press
- Lunch included
- Receive blanks package (with your requested sizes!) for printing ($100+ value)
- Plenty of time on press with trained instructors to ask advanced questions
VIP Weekend Package
- Includes both Friday and Saturday events
- VIP Dinner Friday with Jennifer
- Extra time to connect and ask questions
- VIP only swag bonuses
