You inspired me to jump in and start screen printing. It always looked like a daunting job that needed a lot of materials. Thank you for all of your tutorials and sharing your experience with us.
I’m so glad to hear that! One of the reasons I fell in love with screen printing with vinyl was because I already had most of the supplies in my craft room!
So glad I found your channel gonna try this soon lol. I use DTF & plastisol transfers for my business. Always wanted to try screen printing the process is very cool.
Thank you for posting this video! I started screen printing and my first project was 4 sweatshirts and I wasted so much vinyl thinking I had to use a new one for each shirt 😢 now I know I don’t have to! My next project is close to 60 orders and I hope I get it right this time and it doesn’t bleed under the vinyl. Seems to be an issue for me.
You got this! That is so exciting, let me know how it turns out! Please let me know if you have any questions along the way. Be sure to check out this video too, may be helpful: th-cam.com/video/mPqE86w81LE/w-d-xo.html
Thanks! This method is best when you just need the design one time-the vinyl will start to come off when you wash the screen. Check out this video to see how I make a permanent screen that can be washed and reused over and over again: th-cam.com/video/w_A1V5IUM5Y/w-d-xo.html
There are lots of different screen sizes out there- I have a few aluminum frame screens that you might recognize from some of my videos. I have them in 16x20” sizes, but there are some even larger! www.pigskinsandpigtails.com/a/aluminum-frame-16-20-frame-110mesh
Thank youu for all these great tutorials!! I tried this method and one of the problems I encountered is there’s a bleed on the back of the frame after one print. And this stains the fabric and also not giving a sharp detail of the design. Does this also happen to you?
I’m glad you liked the tutorials! When you are going over the design with your squeegee, be sure to use a good amount of pressure and try to keep it at the same angle all the way across the screen. Some materials will absorb ink faster than others, you may only need one or two swipes. Going over too many times can also cause the ink to bleed.
question, so if i have a screen with a vinyl template on it, and i use the screen once, can i wash it with the template still on and have the template stay on and then reuse it??
If you are really careful, you may be able to wash and reuse the screen with adhesive vinyl, but I don’t recommend it. If you have a design that you know you are going to want to reuse, I recommend making a permanent screen with HTV instead: th-cam.com/video/w_A1V5IUM5Y/w-d-xo.html
Pretty but seems so time consuming. What’s the difference between this and sublimation in new to the whole crafting process so trying to find something less time consuming beautiful job though
Screen printing is ideal when you want to make multiple shirts/projects (I also just love the way a screen printed shirt feels!). Once the screen is set up, I can make hundreds of really high quality prints.
😜 you can learn more about the dot trick here: th-cam.com/video/0MtDBWl2Eh8/w-d-xo.html and in my “How to Size and Align Designs” guide: www.pigskinsandpigtails.com/design-sizing-guide-for-screen-printing/
You can use other screen printing inks- I prefer to use water based inks because it is easy to clean up. I have used plastisol inks with this method as well.
I have a dilemma. Since vinyl comes on tightly wound rolls. I'm finding it difficult to to eliminate the wrinkles left by being rolled up. Would heating the vinyl slightly help flatten it.
I haven’t tried that, so I’m not sure. I wonder if it would be helpful if you unrolled the vinyl and placed something on top so that it could rest flat for a while? If you are screen printing a lot and going through lots of vinyl, you may want to consider investing in a big roll of vinyl. I find that having the vinyl on a large roll helps keep it nice and flat: www.pigskinsandpigtails.com/a/oracal-651-rolls
I can't wait to try this. Wonderful instructions. One question, when you use your heat press, you don't have to put butcher paper, or parchment paper over the shirt to keep the ink from getting on the press?
In this video I’m using Oracal 651 (permanent vinyl). Check out this video where I go over the two types of vinyl I use and when: th-cam.com/video/w_A1V5IUM5Y/w-d-xo.html
Thank you so much, I tried my first screen print on a tester shirt today. I needed to apply more pressure some of my letters were faint. This video helped me so much.
What kind of vinyl are you using? Using the right vinyl and making sure that your screen mesh is tight will help make sure that the vinyl stays on the screen. I recommend Oracal 651: www.pigskinsandpigtails.com/a/oracal-651
Your videos have inspired me and I finally screen printed my first project. I'm getting ready to do try my first multi colored project and am wondering if I need to let my screen dry after washing before moving on to the next color?
I love hearing that! If you are using the same screen for the second color, yes. You want to make sure that the screen is completely dry before adhering the vinyl for the next color. If you have two screens- once you finish the first color still wash that screen so the ink doesn’t dry. That will give the first layer of your design time to dry before you print the second (you want that to be completely dry before placing the next screen on top)
@@pigskinsandpigtails Thank you for the quick reply! I will work on the project this week. I appreciate the tip about cleaning the first screen right away. My project is 3 colors and I only have 2 screens.
I know you have a video on bleeding, but what should I do if ink DOES get under the vinyl after only a couple uses? Should I wash the entire screen with the vinyl still on?
I would try to get the ink off the back with a qtip. If that doesn’t work, you can try washing the screen. Sometimes the vinyl will come off so just keep that in mind if you decide to wash it.
@@pigskinsandpigtails ok. Im confused with the screen print method because i made a design and after cutting i wasn't sure with pieces to take out and which to leave. I was trying to do a skull hand but i was so lost
You inspired me to jump in and start screen printing. It always looked like a daunting job that needed a lot of materials. Thank you for all of your tutorials and sharing your experience with us.
I’m so glad to hear that! One of the reasons I fell in love with screen printing with vinyl was because I already had most of the supplies in my craft room!
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Your tutorials are great, very easy to follow.
Thank you!
Informative step by step!
So glad I found your channel gonna try this soon lol. I use DTF & plastisol transfers for my business. Always wanted to try screen printing the process is very cool.
You should! I fell in love with screen printing with vinyl after my first print- it can be a great skill to have for your business!
@@pigskinsandpigtails yes indeed ! Learning so much from your videos. You have a new IG follower & YT subscriber lol !
Thank you for posting this video! I started screen printing and my first project was 4 sweatshirts and I wasted so much vinyl thinking I had to use a new one for each shirt 😢 now I know I don’t have to!
My next project is close to 60 orders and I hope I get it right this time and it doesn’t bleed under the vinyl. Seems to be an issue for me.
You got this! That is so exciting, let me know how it turns out! Please let me know if you have any questions along the way. Be sure to check out this video too, may be helpful: th-cam.com/video/mPqE86w81LE/w-d-xo.html
Yay! looking forward!
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I love this
What's the mesh size of that screen? Looks so easy to clean
110 mesh, it is easy to clean- I love using water based inks for that reason!
Awesome video! Can you wash the screen without removing the vinyl in order to reuse for another day?
Thanks! This method is best when you just need the design one time-the vinyl will start to come off when you wash the screen. Check out this video to see how I make a permanent screen that can be washed and reused over and over again: th-cam.com/video/w_A1V5IUM5Y/w-d-xo.html
Is there a larger size screen option for the vinyl cutter, to use the full 11x11 surface area of the mat to make larger projects?
There are lots of different screen sizes out there- I have a few aluminum frame screens that you might recognize from some of my videos. I have them in 16x20” sizes, but there are some even larger! www.pigskinsandpigtails.com/a/aluminum-frame-16-20-frame-110mesh
Thank youu for all these great tutorials!! I tried this method and one of the problems I encountered is there’s a bleed on the back of the frame after one print. And this stains the fabric and also not giving a sharp detail of the design. Does this also happen to you?
I’m glad you liked the tutorials! When you are going over the design with your squeegee, be sure to use a good amount of pressure and try to keep it at the same angle all the way across the screen. Some materials will absorb ink faster than others, you may only need one or two swipes. Going over too many times can also cause the ink to bleed.
question, so if i have a screen with a vinyl template on it, and i use the screen once, can i wash it with the template still on and have the template stay on and then reuse it??
If you are really careful, you may be able to wash and reuse the screen with adhesive vinyl, but I don’t recommend it. If you have a design that you know you are going to want to reuse, I recommend making a permanent screen with HTV instead: th-cam.com/video/w_A1V5IUM5Y/w-d-xo.html
Pretty but seems so time consuming. What’s the difference between this and sublimation in new to the whole crafting process so trying to find something less time consuming beautiful job though
Screen printing is ideal when you want to make multiple shirts/projects (I also just love the way a screen printed shirt feels!). Once the screen is set up, I can make hundreds of really high quality prints.
What about the dot trick??😊
😜 you can learn more about the dot trick here: th-cam.com/video/0MtDBWl2Eh8/w-d-xo.html and in my “How to Size and Align Designs” guide: www.pigskinsandpigtails.com/design-sizing-guide-for-screen-printing/
Can i do this method with every day. Iron on?
Check out this video to see how I use HTV to make a permanent screen: th-cam.com/video/w_A1V5IUM5Y/w-d-xo.html
Does this work for plastisol paint too?
Yes! Just be aware that the cleanup of plastisol ink is different than the water based Speedball fabric ink!
What is the font used in this design
This design is from Cricut Design Space- I’m not sure what the exact font is
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Hello, thank you for your wonderful videos. Can i use other brand of plastisol as my ink if I want to?
Yes, you can but just be aware that the cleanup for plastisol ink is different from water based ink
WhAt vinyl do you use
Oracal 651: www.pigskinsandpigtails.com/a/oracal-651
Great video but you shouldn’t put paint down the sink, it’s very bad for the water system, environment, and pipes.
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Just wondering: can you do the heat setting with a household Iron?
Yes! Here are 6 ways to heat set your fabric ink: www.pigskinsandpigtails.com/2019/07/6-ways-to-heat-set-your-screen-printing-ink/
Do I have to use the ink provided? If I used ink that had chemicals in it, would that be ok?
You can use other screen printing inks- I prefer to use water based inks because it is easy to clean up. I have used plastisol inks with this method as well.
I have a dilemma. Since vinyl comes on tightly wound rolls. I'm finding it difficult to to eliminate the wrinkles left by being rolled up. Would heating the vinyl slightly help flatten it.
I haven’t tried that, so I’m not sure. I wonder if it would be helpful if you unrolled the vinyl and placed something on top so that it could rest flat for a while? If you are screen printing a lot and going through lots of vinyl, you may want to consider investing in a big roll of vinyl. I find that having the vinyl on a large roll helps keep it nice and flat: www.pigskinsandpigtails.com/a/oracal-651-rolls
I can't wait to try this. Wonderful instructions. One question, when you use your heat press, you don't have to put butcher paper, or parchment paper over the shirt to keep the ink from getting on the press?
Give it a try! As long as the ink has air dried completely (ideally 24-48 hours), it’s fine to heat press without parchment paper
I am having trouble removing the border. Are you using HTV vinyl? or Permanent vinyl?
In this video I’m using Oracal 651 (permanent vinyl). Check out this video where I go over the two types of vinyl I use and when: th-cam.com/video/w_A1V5IUM5Y/w-d-xo.html
Thank you so much, I tried my first screen print on a tester shirt today. I needed to apply more pressure some of my letters were faint. This video helped me so much.
Awesome! You are going to love screen printing 😊
I have only been able to use my stencils a few times before they get gunked up. Is it because the ink is too thick?
What kind of vinyl are you using? Using the right vinyl and making sure that your screen mesh is tight will help make sure that the vinyl stays on the screen. I recommend Oracal 651: www.pigskinsandpigtails.com/a/oracal-651
What is the best overall screen mesh count for printing
I primarily use 110 mesh count screens. Here is a video all about the different screens I use: th-cam.com/video/tMIbqNbA4Jc/w-d-xo.html
Thank you so much you did a fabulous job explaining every step. It was so easy doing it your way. Thanks.
I love hearing that 🙌 Thank you!
Your videos have inspired me and I finally screen printed my first project. I'm getting ready to do try my first multi colored project and am wondering if I need to let my screen dry after washing before moving on to the next color?
I love hearing that! If you are using the same screen for the second color, yes. You want to make sure that the screen is completely dry before adhering the vinyl for the next color. If you have two screens- once you finish the first color still wash that screen so the ink doesn’t dry. That will give the first layer of your design time to dry before you print the second (you want that to be completely dry before placing the next screen on top)
@@pigskinsandpigtails Thank you for the quick reply! I will work on the project this week. I appreciate the tip about cleaning the first screen right away. My project is 3 colors and I only have 2 screens.
I know you have a video on bleeding, but what should I do if ink DOES get under the vinyl after only a couple uses? Should I wash the entire screen with the vinyl still on?
I would try to get the ink off the back with a qtip. If that doesn’t work, you can try washing the screen. Sometimes the vinyl will come off so just keep that in mind if you decide to wash it.
@@pigskinsandpigtails okay thank you! I think squeegeed it too many times on my first tries that it bled after a couple shirts..🫠
I have HTV that has a sticky backing but the vinyl itself isn’t sticky. Can I still use it even after applying the transfer tape.???
If you are using HTV, you will not need transfer tape. Here’s a tutorial on how to apply HTV to your screen: th-cam.com/video/5BRAjib74cA/w-d-xo.html
@@pigskinsandpigtails Thank you.
Are you talking about the backing from the htv vinyl
This is the transfer tape that I use, is this what you mean? www.pigskinsandpigtails.com/a/my-transfer-tape
@@pigskinsandpigtails ok. Im confused with the screen print method because i made a design and after cutting i wasn't sure with pieces to take out and which to leave. I was trying to do a skull hand but i was so lost
Great instruction video! Thank you!
Thanks! Be sure to check out my channel for more videos like this!
This tutorial is amazing! Thank u
Glad you like it!