Mr Peabody 0 Posted March 11, 2009 Hey Cutme, It seems like we had similar ideas. I've been working on the same graphic using Corel, trying to hone my skills. I'm trying to contour cut this one. Nice work by the way!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
firemalt 10 Posted March 11, 2009 Well... this thread got the better of me. I just purchased a few things to test the waters. I'll be trying the "vinyl on mesh" in combination with cutme's "heat press" method. Complete Squeegee Size: 12 in Type: Medium Goop Scoop AquaBrite Golden Yellow Inks: Pint 12x16 Wood Frame Frames Option: Mesh count: 110 I only have $40 into the project, so if it doesn't work... it's not too much of a loss. Thanks for the ideas! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cutme 5 Posted March 12, 2009 Hey Cutme, It seems like we had similar ideas. I've been working on the same graphic using Corel, trying to hone my skills. I'm trying to contour cut this one. Nice work by the way!! looks like your skills are "honed". nice work with the skull. bb Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cutme 5 Posted March 12, 2009 Well... this thread got the better of me. I just purchased a few things to test the waters. I'll be trying the "vinyl on mesh" in combination with cutme's "heat press" method. Complete Squeegee Size: 12 in Type: Medium Goop Scoop AquaBrite Golden Yellow Inks: Pint 12x16 Wood Frame Frames Option: Mesh count: 110 I only have $40 into the project, so if it doesn't work... it's not too much of a loss. Thanks for the ideas! oopsy... bb Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr Peabody 0 Posted March 12, 2009 Thanks, still a long way to go. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MonkeyMeMe 8 Posted March 12, 2009 Cut me i have used the reg vinyl on frames and it works well... MMM Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rjfox 0 Posted March 12, 2009 I have also used regular vinyl. I also used speedball... I will say that after a year and at least a dozen washes it is holding up. I also "cured" it with my heatpress. I do like your stretching system! My system was far less efficient and created waves in the screen surface which luckily did not hurt my print, but I will definately either buy or use a similar method to yours for screens next time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cutme 5 Posted March 13, 2009 Cut me i have used the reg vinyl on frames and it works well... MMM how many shirts do you get before it starts to peel up? bb Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cutme 5 Posted March 13, 2009 for some reason i can't post a picture right now, so here they are ... http://forum.bluedesignz.com/viewtopic.php?f=46&t=322&start=30 some shirts i did today. bb Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
duke 12 Posted March 13, 2009 Cut me i have used the reg vinyl on frames and it works well... MMM hey sandy, did you put the vinyl on top of screen or below? regards duke Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dakotagrafx 7,297 Posted March 13, 2009 Cutme - are you interested in making and selling your screen stretcher boards? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cutme 5 Posted March 13, 2009 Cutme - are you interested in making and selling your screen stretcher boards? i have no plans to... bb Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MonkeyMeMe 8 Posted March 14, 2009 duke the eagle has landed,, !!!!! MMM Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kysportsxchange 5 Posted March 14, 2009 Have you or are you able to do multi color prints ? I am looking to purchase a 2 color press and I like this idea for short runs. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cutme 5 Posted March 14, 2009 Have you or are you able to do multi color prints ? I am looking to purchase a 2 color press and I like this idea for short runs. i don't have a press yet, so i am stuck to one color. but i am looking at a four color one station table top model to start with. bb Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
duke 12 Posted March 14, 2009 duke the eagle has landed,, !!!!! MMM :( Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TCT 0 Posted March 15, 2009 I am a screen printer. I have been using emulsion and just bought a new cutter so thought I would try this. Well it worked extremely well. I used regular vinyl, applied it to the ink side of the screen, taped my screen off and printed up 6 shirts. No problems with the vinyl coming up and I had about 1 inch high letters with a graphic in the middle. I cured using my conveyor dryer and they turned out awesome!!!!! I used my ink remover which loosened up the vinyl and it came off my screen with no problems. Cleaned the screen and I am ready to go again. A huge thank you to the genius that thought this up! It worked perfectly. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dakotagrafx 7,297 Posted March 15, 2009 New press is in the house - just not assembled yet - getting anxious. 4 color slickpress Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lowone 3 Posted March 15, 2009 Awesome post cutme. I tried the regular vinyl on a screen and it worked well. I bought a wood canvas frame from the local art store, a small remnant of nylon screen from Joannes, some extra 641 I had laying around, and viola I had a setup. It worked surprisingly well. Your method of stretching was more elaborate and probably yielded a better result so I will have to try that next time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kysportsxchange 5 Posted March 15, 2009 when someone tries a 2 or more color run , please post ! I like this !! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Budsoda 3 Posted March 15, 2009 when someone tries a 2 or more color run , please post ! I like this !! me 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
midwaste 4 Posted March 15, 2009 2 color, 3, 12 color wouldn't be any different. Multi-color depends on the press you are using. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MonkeyMeMe 8 Posted March 16, 2009 Dakota,, congrats on your new toy,, make sure and post some pics when you are ready,, Sandy Jo MMM Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DTFuqua 0 Posted March 16, 2009 Any of ya'll DIYers? Try looking at a guy called youtees stuff. He may seem a little radical but I kinda like him. His site is www.youtees.net He has a setup for like $150 plus you buy supplies and can easy do 3 colors in a minimum space. Hes all about the little guy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
midwaste 4 Posted March 16, 2009 Any of ya'll DIYers? Try looking at a guy called youtees stuff. He may seem a little radical but I kinda like him. His site is www.youtees.net He has a setup for like $150 plus you buy supplies and can easy do 3 colors in a minimum space. Hes all about the little guy. I think we are all DIY'ers here, heh. I use a modified Youtees setup, works awesome. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
