Print Your Own Posters, T-Shirts and More // Screen Printing Basics

In this episode I show you how to get started in screen printing using a screen printing press by Mekanika! Visit their website bit.ly/2IDw8Kg
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[@hughscott5]

I’ve been printing for 20 years and this right here is the video I’m going to send when people ask me how to get into printing. Nice job!

[@GetHandsDirty]

Wooow I’m flattered, Hugh!! Thank you :)

[@angelesgepulle9708]

I would like to start a printing income but I dont have any idea about and no material or tools

[@MTechSmartprintideas]

Learn professional screen printing subscribe m tech smart print ideas

[@victorsantana4198]

Hey the is a rukee carpenter i started building full size kitchen with my boss and I he still a little old fashion with his laying out and drawing but I want to boost my work because he is soon to retire and i and going start doing all the work so can you plz read this and tell me what platform you use to draw out your plans to build my boss still uses pencil and paper to do it all drawing management and etc ok thanks

[@MarshallBlack3]

Is that so? Despite the fact that the emulsion is not supposed to be washed away with water into a normal sink/shower/whatever because it's heavily polluting for the environment? Professionals have appropriate filters and/or closed circuit tanks for the water used to remove the emulsion from the screen. So I'd advice you to send some other video to people asking how to get into screen printing, so they will know emulsion must not be disposed of down the drain like it's harmless. You said you've been printing for 20 years. You should know that.

[@ArdinVincent]

I kind of love that you printed your merch by hand instead of just getting another company to mass produce it for you.

[@Marthisdil]

can buy screenprint transfers, dirt cheap, heat press for 7 secs, done - esp since she was using a heat gun to dry each bag for approx 1 min each. faster production

[@SilentKnight43]

My father and I did screen printing back in the 70s long before computers - and it was caveman style compared to the easier methods these days. This was fascinating to watch and to compare to how we did things on a much more primitive method. I'd forgotten about the need for lots of flat surfaces to allow drying. We used to fill every flat surface, table, countertop...throughout every room in the house back then, lol. I still recall demonstrating silk screening as my 8th-grade science fair project in school and it was a big hit with fellow students and teachers. We printed participation ribbons (1st, 2nd and 3rd place ribbons) for our track and field day during the science fair - so it was also a very practical and constructive science fair exhibit. I got an 'A' grade on it, hehe.

[@RaminRnn]

The reason that the world still holding together and not falling apart is people like you.

[@Erik_The_Viking]

Awesome! I was wondering how silk-screen printing actually worked. Great to see the entire process from start to finish, and I learned a lot. I liked that custom frame you made. Great job!

[@fdm2155]

Multi color printing sounds like a good idea although I do love the simplicity of white ink on a black background.

[@walternelson-aylott9309]

I started as a letterpress compositor in 1976 and still love all kinds of image making using Photoshop and Corel Draw, I really enjoyed your video.

[@BLEKSIDE]

im a learning media designer and we literally just have printing methods in school and just yesterday i made my first own screen print, its a really cool and fun method to create high quality prints on your own

[@Ravenkiwi]

That is my dream setup. Haven't screenprinted in ages but this has given me that itch to get back at it! 😁

[@Zulatek666]

You are amazing! My wife and I enjoy your videos very much! The world would be a better place if more people put their heart and soul into the things that they do with their hands. We both send our love and wishes for your health and prosperity!

[@bartopcm8680]

I'm not a pro but I've been screen printing a couple of years on my own shop and also one year on a profesional automatic shop and your video it's the best to introduce people to this, such a great job!

[@genus.family]

I did screen printing some 30 years ago and it is a pleasure to see it alive and kicking again! You are good, have fun!!!

[@christiedecker2724]

I have had a hobby screen printing press kit for close to 20 years...I have not dared to try it. This has helped, thank you! Blessings.

[@TheCaoimhin2]

This is really wonderful. You cover all the practical points that a beginner will encounter. And you get to live in Porto!! How lucky are you. My family in Ireland are always visiting Porto. It looks so beautiful. Love your videos. You are a natural teacher.

[@xandersnyder7214]

Please make more screen printing videos! This was fantastic, I have been wanting to try screen printing and this video was thorough and really well put together. Thanks!

[@MarceloGil]

Uau . Muitos parabéns pelo vídeo. Está com uma produção incrível. Que orgulho ver trabalho tão bom ser feito em Portugal. Continua!

[@gotta-date-with-hate]

The best part "no decision making". That sold me on buying a machine instead of building!!! Your hair is awesome!!! I wouldn't add color...but I am a big fan of a black and white clean minimalist look.

[@MrNorthNJ]

Great video. One of my jobs many, many years ago was industrial screen printing for fabric and wallpaper. This brought back the memories..

[@brendamackel6917]

I’ve always wondered how this is done! You made everything very accessible. Great content as always. Would enjoy seeing more videos on this topic as you try new things.

[@dackdel]

love the video. this is the gold standard video for getting an intro into how to start screen printing

[@reprogrammingart]

Yes I would love to see multi-color printing techniques! As always your videos are so well done Thank you!

[@KamaleshwarMorjal]

Yes, please.

[@ruzziasht349]

Cristina - I don't know what's more impressive, your video skills, your explaining skills or your English skills! you're a smart cookie - that's for sure! Thank you.

[@Jason-Woolf]

Your skills and attention to detail are amazing, what a great demonstration to watch - seriously impressed!

[@---dy8nr]

It's better to tape inside corners of the screen to let the frame live longer. Also you can reuse the same mesh in the same frame by removing light-sensetive emulsion and reapplying new emulsion. Mesh will be damaged over time (there will be tiny bigger holes), but it's ok if it's ok for you personally. Also plastisole ink is a great option, it doesn't dry during work and lasts longer on the fabric

[@trishprather]

Loved this vid! I’ve wanted to screen print since I was a kid. I was thinking of the multi color process too. Excellent tutorial, well done! Thanks so much. Looking forward to the next one! 👍

[@lorenbk]

Great video! I did screen printing in college as part of an illustration degree and have designed hundreds of t-shirts over the years. That’s a nice press and you did a great job.

[@ad_kk16]

Screen printing was so fun in high school. I miss it ngl

[@aytviewer2421]

That turned out fantastic! I always wondered how screen printing worked. Thanks!

[@gingertolonen5553]

Hello! I've watched a few of your videos and think you are amazing. Thank you for "getting to it" your videos are direct and easy to follow. Although I will say I do not have the woodworking skills or tools you have, but it is very fun to watch you make stuff... I get my hands dirty with screen printing (fine art rather than posters, t-shirts and bags). I make books as well, but have not done an edition of blanks to sell... sounds like a project? YES Anyway, thank you for taking the time to teach us out here.

[@MrJatinder44]

Loved your tone of voice and delivery of each steps. Loved it. Thanks for posting.

[@jeanneseillier9021]

As usual I feel like it's gonna be really helpful! I love the cinematography

[@beetroot48]

I appreciate your spirit of adventure! Always learning a lot from you.

[@PhosphorAlchemist]

I am always so impressed with your work. I will happily watch whatever making process videos you produce, as long as you are making something and showing how you manage the important details. Thank you for sharing!

[@candibacon6564]

It must feel good getting to make your own merch rather than outsourcing. This way you get to make an awesome video about the process. I think some prints with different colours would look great, maybe some gold to make it pop!

[@carloslopergolo9950]

Screen printing continues to be one of the most effective and efficient printing media on the market, and one of the cheapest, as well as reducing production costs from 50 copies. In addition to this, it can print a wide variety of materials, and also allows an interesting variety of special effects by varying the number of threads per inch of the screen, and the type of inks. Very good video and thank you very much for sharing it.

[@darkknightwithanidea1845]

I really like you channel. Stumbled across it by accident ... it’s great to see artists make their own designs.

[@mrnessss]

I wish every how-to video on YT was of this quality. Incredible job!

[@marcellocarini2600]

Great job. Good filming and commentary. I would definitely watch if you did more on this subject.

[@kalbotero9232]

I love your channel and all the work that you do. as a screen printer you simplify a lot of the work and I think that that is a big plus hugs and keep doing that amazing job

[@Jaybers100]

Been wanting to start my own tee thing up for a while & this is really helpful. Very clear directions, good tips & make it look super easy! Could be a project in the new year I think. That Mekanika set looks pretty great, might have to pick that up. Thanks for this!

[@SquashHandle]

did you start your project bro?

[@jaxnean2663]

Totally enjoyed watching this. I've always heard of this process but never understood how it really works until now

[@Harvfam4]

I've seen a lot of videos and have never seen anyone give so much great detail. Thanks

[@robirvine5068]

Hey Cristiana! I'm just setting up my own home screen printing area in my workshop - super keen to see more of your prints! All the best from NZ

[@leedesigner1977]

Hi Cristiana, I'm definitely glad I wanted this video as I have been looking for a simple screen printing set up, but didn't want to buy total rubbish off ebay. Love how you make your videos, always helps having a nice person doing them 🙂 All the best, Lee 🇬🇧

[@GetHandsDirty]

Thanks for the kind words Lee! I really liked to work with this press and would recommend it for sure! :)

[@OddLifeCrafting]

I ways dream on printing my own shirts. It must be such a great feeling to see it your designed printed!🤩

[@yemarican]

Yes indeed. The feeling after you see your own design on a shirt or anything else is truly satisfying.

[@easyt83]

Absolutely true. . . especially when you see random people wearing your art.

[@canaldoshessbra4982]

O veleiro ⛵️ está ótimo 👍 parabéns

[@JohnSmith-qr4vt]

I worked at a printing factory yrs ago. Got to do the printing stuff, but we had another department that made our screens(within factory of course). I find this video interesting to get an idea how they may have made the screens for us to print. We printed only on clothing. For walmart, nike, nike outlet(stuff that has their logo but may have minor mistakes either on the shirt or in the screen), and other stores. We did the heat dry when the shirt got multiple hits of one color or multiple colors. We also used what everyone there said was almost the same as elmers glue(called there as roll tack) to hold the shirts in place. Its cool to see a simplified and smaller time way of doing it. The had big machines with multiple tables and the machine put the ink on the shirt, we just made sure it had ink and shirts to print on. It made a loud horrible pop if it had no shirt and it printed on that table. Especially with fresh roll tack. I made the mistake once after once screen had a minor peel on it and the screen department remade the screen, i turned the machine on wrong and instead of turning it on as a fresh start, i flipped the switch wrong to make the machine think all tables had shirts on them. They were all empty and had fresh roll tack. Yeah we were down for a while while the screen department checked em out again. Somehow, no damage. They didnt understand how i didnt destroy the design with that. Oh good times! Lol.

[@MrCastillo71]

Ey, my friend!! Love you work. Keep going ahead! Inspirational.

[@BrassLock]

Fascinating from start to finish 👌

[@jaderene]

This video was so much fun to watch, very informative and inspiring! I would definitely love to see more screen printing videos!!!!❤

[@GetHandsDirty]

Thanks Jade, that’s great to hear ☺️

[@vasari9198]

Interesting to watch Cristiana build something from instructions. Great video.

[@charlie_jpg]

This is so relaxing and inspirational, I want to do my own prints on t shirts but I found it difficult to get the materials or do it with another person, I want to do the whole thing by my own like you do

[@esixx17]

I say BOOM everytime you lift the screen to show the new image.

[@elaineburch5397]

This wouldn’t only be profitable but looks like fun to create also. Thank you for sharing your time and talent

[@teddiw1957]

Love your video. Have wanted to do this for years and this is a great teaching tool Thanks for doing such a great job.

[@mythcrab6047]

Great video. You make it seem possible to do single color printing in even a small shop. I will need to consider it for my space!

[@ellieboa]

definitely would like to see more screen printing! these are great!

[@alanmorris8783]

Colour printing would be like magic !!!!! Go for it 👍🏻

[@ericainspace]

I would love to see your logo in black on a white tote! This video reminded me of my screen printing days in high school. We had to use duct tape to make hinges because we didn't have actual presses, and we weren't allowed UV emulsion so we cut our designs out of transparent sheets, taped them to the underside of the screen, and tapped off any uncovered areas. It was messy, but fun!

[@DesktopMakes]

Great video Cristiana! I've been wanting to learn screen printing and you did an excellent job explaining the process.

[@Timbo992]

Wow your video came at such a great time, I’ve just begun working in screen printing! Thanks for the excellent video

[@mikekiske]

CNC Milling, Woodworking and now Screen Printing, we got a lot in common. Obrigado.

[@explorethewonder]

Thank you so much! It's so nice of you to share your tips/ideas

[@Callaw2k]

I've worked with rotary screen printing, but your video is still interesting and insightful to watch.

[@tatoy8359]

Big thanks! This is the most interesting video where you can find all the answers. Love it!!! Amazing!!! Wish you good luck in what you are doing

[@dumassanchez6833]

Hi, loved your video, I have seen a lot of screens printing press videos, but non were explained with detail like you did, keep it up and bless you!!

[@mattlang5194]

This is so clear and thorough, awesome video!

[@wellwhereisit]

Такая ностальгия, 12 лет назад занимался шелкографией. Сейчас это так просто всё. Спасибо за отличное видео процесса!

[@daveywaite25]

I am a commercial screen printer, 35 years in the business. This video is actually very good. Well done.

[@VeretenoVids]

I love this video! I would totally jump on a t-shirt with the universe designs (I'm out of wall space to hang a nice print at the moment).

[@SkippyGustilo]

Thank you for making this video. You inspired me to make the designs I make on the ipad come out real. I definitely wanna put this into action! APPRECIATE THIS ALOT!

[@skillfailer]

Was actually looking for this exact video after I watched your last one

[@DutchBarracuda]

This was actually really informative. There was an attempt at screenprinting at my workshop that didn't end well that I wasn't involved in, but watching this I know where they went wrong and might be able to revive the project. Thank you!

[@rwind656]

Cool! Good video. I knew nothing about screen printing really and I'm glad to see this.

[@brandonsaunders3871]

Stumbled across your video. What a treasure! Great video. Sooooo informative!

[@LudwigWright]

I've been looking for a video like this for ages. Thank you for making it. Very informative, helpful tips and an great overview what is needed for screen printing. Thanks again.

[@sellwinerugs]

This is the best screen printing how-to video on KZbin. Thank you!

[@minterests2529]

Do u have any 3d printing process ?

[@esinohio]

THANK YOU! I was able to make some T-Shirts for a fundraiser thanks to this wonderful video.

[@agentstarling9998]

Yes please more designs!!!! You explain it very well 👍😉🤘

[@alishbabashir2998]

What an amazing work, though I know nothing about printing press but it was really an informative and intriguing content to watch. Love it!

[@HellVedaKa]

Well, looks like I finally have a video reference for when I break out the 4 head thats been on a shelf for 4 years!

[@raphaelworotikan]

great video! production, narrative, and overall informative. thank you.

[@FredMcIntyre]

Awesome stuff Cris, thanks for the info! 😃👍🏻👊🏻

[@seamus6387]

Doing prints is one of those acts that it just very calming yet also fun. It's a bit like meditation. But that is once have it all set up. Making the screens or blocks to print with can drive you nuts.

[@philipoconnor2236]

Good job! Very interesting topic. Thanks for sharing your adventures with printing

[@MultiPJoys]

Love it! Learned again something new, thanks to you 🙏

[@gerry594]

screen printing is not a trivial thing, but an art that few know how to do but fascinates many. it should be a school subject.

[@MCsCreations]

Pretty interesting work! The results really look great! 😃 Nicely done! Stay safe there! 🖖😊

[@WoodUCreate]

Wow, very cool. So much work. Another hobby I don't have time or space for but thank you for the video.

[@coreycollins5702]

Great video, that look like fun, we learned screen printing in high school. You made it look easy to do. I think I’m going to try out the one you have.

[@artventuretv1231]

Ive been printing almost 10years but this video is kind very kind ...i love it

[@sjm8510]

One of my all time favorite channels.

[@jordanfischer1442]

You're video editing is an art of its own !! 🙆🏻‍♂️🙆🏻‍♂️🙆🏻‍♂️

[@TheTrueCream]

As someone who's been running a tshirt screenprinting shop for 20 years I very much appreciate all the work you put into making everything yourself. I use industrial size equipment like automatic presses, dryer, flash units, and a big light table that takes 6 seconds to burn the image into the screen. Makes me appreciate the equipment I use a lot more after watching this lol...Keep up the good work!

[@DeterminedDIYer]

I took screen printing in high school. :) It was fun.

[@MiguelRodriguez2010]

Such a great video!! I love your minimalism!

[@CustomLogo]

This is so great! Super informative and satisfying to watch!!

[@bernadettemartinez6017]

Wow!!! I am empowered to start trying screen printing. Thank you for making this video.

[@KyleAndersonSkates]

This is so dope. Really makes me want to get into screen printing!

[@turanbey34]

I am a screen printing specialist. I have my own business in Istanbul. I congratulate you for your work, a completely professional and accurate work. I have been doing this job for exactly 20 years, if there is anything you want me to support, I will be happy to help.

[@mariosantos9334]

À mão foi dada a função instrumental do pensamento e da emoção. Somente ao artesão, proficiente e dedicado, é dada a possibilidade de materializar a conjunção desses complexos processos e adicionar-lhe, no seu caso, a graça humanizada. Isto é o que recebo dos seus trabalhos e, ainda que o aspecto performativo seja exemplar, é o que me faz agradecido pela sua arte. Embora o pudesse dizer em língua inglesa (Parabéns pelo seu inglês!) fico todo orgulhoso por V. reconhecer à cidade um lugar especial e sóbrio nos seus vídeos. Foram demasiados anos nas Escadas dos Guindais para não me sentir emocionado. Bibó o Porto, carago!

[@GetHandsDirty]

Mário, nem tenho resposta para as suas encorajadoras e sensíveis palavras. Muito obrigada, fico feliz com a sua mensagem e lisonjeada. E viva o Porto!

[@fernandopinheiro9319]

Your channel is amazing! Love this video so much! Congratulations from Brazil!