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    all of the answers above are normally the reason, although there is an option to vary cut "passes" on some cutter software. I use it when cutting rhinestone material because it is very thick and I get a better result. When I forget to turn it off.. it will normally cut all the way through the backing paper of standard materials so pay attention for that.

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    Hi all, is anyone using an online artwork proof service like proofhq or conceptshare?

    These are the two that I come across searching google.

    I used the sample on proofhq, although it just seems to busy. I'd like something a little simpler.

    I have made to many simple (costly) errors lately due to my poor workflow (email, text messages, voicemails, text pics, facebook post and messages...)

    I have subbed some print jobs to Fastsigns and they usually send me an online artwork proof with choices to reject, approve, approve with changes (which are notes that I leave)

    I don't mind paying a small monthly for a clean, simple, easy to use for the customer.

    Thanks,

    Jason

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    i also bought a dedicated pc to use with my cutter, although i still do 90% of my art work on my MacBook Pro lounging on the couch..... using Illustrator CS5. try the trial version.

    I used inkscape for all of about 5 minutes then uninstalled it.

    good luck!

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    Maybe you can help me with some Mac advice sometime. I've been using a Mac PPC for 2 years and finally got an intel mac. Still learning.

    I'll help anyway I can, although I started using a PC to run my cutter do to I wanted to use i-DesignR. It's not bad software, I use after I design in AI. I also use the rhinestone pattern making part quite often.

  11. Posted

    not sure if this is an actual font or if it is stretched. looks like futura but "c" and "e" is very different.

    thanks!!!

    I have been trying to vectorize this but i keep getting like way too many nodes.

    Jason

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    Hint, if you have never ordered samples direct from 3M it's worth checking into.

    The 3M vinyl I used on this Jeep I actually got free!! 3 rolls 48" x 5y or 10y?? I don't remember.

    I estimate it worth about $1,100. I had to cut it in half so it would fit my 24" cutter but I'm not complaining.

    If you don't have a licensed or registered business they may not send you samples like this, but good luck!

    I'll take cash tips for the tip ;D

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    I've used Intuit Go Payment on my iPad for over a year now. extremely convenient and reliable.

    Did not have the swipe device when i first got it, but they sent me one later at no charge.

    All my sales on normally being collect on location or by emailing a cc auth form.

    If I had a retail store I might look for something different, but... i doubt it.

  17. Posted

    any advice on how to prevent the glazed look where the press platen contacts shirt?

    example:

    Fibron material, 340 deg, 20 seconds, firm pressure, teflon sheet between heat platen and the graphic.

    Transfer express #'s at 375 deg for 4 sec does the same thing.

    using the 15/15 digital from usc

    is the result normal when pressing on poly (under armour) type shirts?

    i will try and post a pic when i find one.

  25. Posted

    I have some aluminum signs I'm quoting and wanted to see if I'm in the ballpark.

    3 - 12X18X.032 w/rounded corners

    1 - 4X15X.032 w/rounded corners

    They are all basic text. I figured $95 total, what do you think?

    Thanks in Advance,

    Bill

    Sound like same price I might be.

    Where are you getting .032? I get all my blanks at Grimco. .040, .063, and .080