DIY Silk Screening Hats Homemade Hat Platen

[@Stavros71]

I am using a very opaque water based ink from Ryonet, it's specially made for use on dark garments. I probably could get it even whiter if I flashed and did a second hit, but I really like the results I'm getting the way I'm doing it now. So maybe others have not used a white water based ink specifically made for dark garments?

[@wprogerswa]

Never mind about the cap platen...I going to use the one I made from another video. I'm just going to add the bottom attachment to slide onto my printer I made from your printer instructions.

[@richdog33]

Awesome video. First one I found, and I don't need to watch any more! This was very helpful. As a garage screen printer, I like that you left in all the little things that happen when you print!

[@nineoneoh]

i've seen this brand before, nice to see that it has taken off over the years

[@Stavros71]

I'm sorry, I don't quite understand your question. What are you referring to when you say "spacers"

[@NateScreenPrints1]

Wow. Cool. I always assumed they had to screen print the fabric before they completely sowed the hat together. Very informative. I like your setup!

[@samanthafernandez2744]

Really hoping I can get the plans to make one of those! What a sweet cap press! Good job!

[@Stavros71]

+Samantha Ruiz Hi there, I apologize for the late reply, please e-mail me at [e-mail] and will send you the plans

[@capj64]

lol, those look better than what I can do on a press plate I paid over $100 for. Great job. Gonna show my maintenance guy this as see if we can do something similar. Maintenance guy = my Dad :D

[@Stavros71]

I'm sorry, I don't. I do plan on making a hat specific press though. When I do, I'll be sure to share the plans and post a video. Stay tuned! Thanks. Steve

[@richardniswander9030]

Do u have the dimensions

[@richardniswander9030]

Do u have the dimensions of the hat platen or drawings

[@miketrujillo4522]

Hello i have a question for you.. I have been trying to print on PLASTIC boxes and possibly even Vinyl sticker sheets ; i was wondering what the best INK to use on plastic and or any other surface that is not Fabric garment. I watched your video on printing foam hats and that was helpful ! i am wondering if i shoud purchase Water Based ink, Solvent based ink or just make stickers. Im thinking Water Based Ink will allow me to print on my Vinyl , Plastic, and Foam Trucker hats... Plastisol inks will not work thanks !

[@123perish]

This was very helpful!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Stavros71]

Oh, that's just cut up ink reclaiming cards. I plan on making a hat specific press which will have a few new features. As soon as I do, I'll post a video.

[@Stavros71]

Thank you, I appreciate the feedback. Steve

[@creation80graphics49]

@Stavros71 are you still sending out plans for this?

[@Stavros71]

+Creation 80 Graphics Hi there, I apologize for the late reply, please e-mail me at [e-mail] and will send you the plans

[@creation80graphics49]

+Stavros71 Thank you Sir, Emailing you now!

[@BlueRidgeDave]

thanks for sharing this.. i really like your setup and i think im going to make a press similar to yours.. :)

[@wallyortizjr71]

Awesome!!! thank you for sharing your video...

[@MsBarbarian1]

Excellent and informative. Gonna try my best to build a replica of your set up...

[@Fitforrockin]

Thanks for the video and all the information!!!!

[@joeyoung1498]

Sweet video! Thanks for sharing.

[@phototec]

Nice video, hairs a thought, to prevent the squeegee falling back into the ink, move your back stop piece of wood with the rubber bands to the back side of the C-clamps so it has more slope towards the back.

[@ausaiden]

what an awesome team you guys make. :) rock and roll.

[@Stavros71]

I use a 110 mesh cap screen

[@jeaninemorris246]

hello, i tried emailing you but it never goes through. I would like the blueprint for the printing press and also for the hat.

[@clonboymusic]

+Jeanine Morris i think this is quite easy to figure out, no need of the blueprints. if you look close enough and check some original ones that are sold it is easy to copy that. check steve carmichael as well print hats, he made a tutorial how to build one. greetings.

[@Stavros71]

you're welcome - email me if you would like the plans. Thanks, Steve

[@royroi12345]

Whats the mesh count on the screen you use for hats...im interested to try and just dont want to waste my money

[@Stavros71]

Sorry, I do not have dimensions for the hat jig.

[@djdyrk1]

have you made the diminutions for the hat jig

[@Stavros71]

I don't mind at all. Shoot me a link to your video when you post it. Thanks.

[@dexterxter8553]

did you print the posters on the backround wall?

[@Stavros71]

I appreciate your comments. I wish I had time to make more videos also. Hopefully I'll post one soon.

[@wprogerswa]

Hi, I have learned so much from your videos. Thanks for sharing. I sent you an email for the plans for making the homemade hat platen a couple of days ago. Is there any chance you can let me know if you are still sending it out? Thanks

[@ulisestercero7859]

hi just wondering if you have the dimensions and the material info please help me out keep up the good work bud

[@MOBJUSTICEPRODUCTION]

is that a custom screen if not where do you get one that small?

[@Ramosflooringinc]

I LOVE YOUR VIDEO I CAN DO THIS FOR MY WIFE BUSINES, THANK YOU FOR THE IDEA.

[@GhoulishCop]

I've been looking into screen printing as a hobby and saw on previous videos you commented you use water-based inks for your printing. Other printers on YT use Plastisol. As I've been doing research, everyone seems to say water-based inks are horrible on dark colored material, yet you seem to have no trouble at all with your dark-colored Livin' Country tees. Does everyone say water-based inks are bad on dark colors because everyone else says it, or are you do something different? Thanks! Rich

[@Yerokian]

NO!! You can make one by watching this vid. I KNOW FOR A FACT YOU CAN MAKE ONE JUST LIKE THIS WITHOUT PLANS. I KNOW YOU CAN. You asked 2 mo ago so you prob got one made already.

[@gasolosalima3492]

Brother! I totally like your video..and have some questions please! 1. your platten size? 2.does adhesive recommended? 3. your measurement of the whole process and setting up? Thanks for the video bro!

[@Stavros71]

I designed them - had them printed at Office Max.

[@Stavros71]

Sorry, I am not selling the press

[@cyclesurgeon]

Hey Steve, I promised one of my viewers that I would do a hat press build video. Mind if I use your design?

[@kelvinharrison74]

Nice job...I hate when the squeegee falls into the ink like that.

[@luisbetancur3246]

Are you able to sell me one of those screen printer??? how much

[@quentincollier9387]

Why not spend a few hundred at Livingston Systems for a professional Hat Champ

[@DykeBot]

why not DIY thats the point anyone can just go buy something

[@gotshirts2ink]

FAIL @ 6:10 Great concept tho better get the plans going I know I want one Thanks for the great video

[@Yerokian]

I'm with richdog33 on this one. THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU

[@canalgemax9443]

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