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, FEB. 4
3:00-6:00PM
MEET & MAKE
BASICS OF SCREEN PRINTING WITH VINYL CLASS
This three hour course features a fun and hands on atmosphere for you to network and learn the basics of screen printing with vinyl.
SATURDAY, FEB. 5
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 Happy Hour and Dinner on Friday night.
FRIDAY, FEB. 4
This three hour course 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.
- How to find and setup artwork for printing.
- How to choose, cut and weed vinyl to create your stencil.
- Setting up your screen including how to align, apply, and tape your screen for printing.
- How to align your design to the garment and the different types of inks to use for different garments.
- Hands on screen printing designs on your your own garment.
What’s included on Friday?
- Your choice of two t-shirts for printing (sizes vary)
- Four screen printing press work stations and four 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 me 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
SATURDAY, FEB. 5
This full day hands on workshop will expand your screen printing capabilities for fun or making profit.
What you’ll learn
- How to find and create multiple color designs on the computer.
- 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 both single and multiple color presses.
- How to print on other things than t-shirts, like hoodies and tote bags.
- What other forms of decoration can you do or is possible including heat transfers, manual screen printing, automatic screen printing, outsourcing and DTG.
- 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 to learn the most about screen printing at home
- Great if you’ve started a home business and want to expand what you can do and offer
- Great if 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.
Friday, Feb. 4
3:00-6:00 pm- Make & Take 2 T-Shirts
- Learn Screen Printing with Vinyl Basics
- Lots of Q&A Time
Saturday, Feb. 5
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 Happy Hour & Dinner Friday with Jennifer and industry experts
