screenprinting on DIY Line table

[@summerjenkins1621]

Can you tell me the screws that you used on the guide bar and the bracket on the screens?

[@ShellyCreatesIt]

A dowel for the guide bar: kit.co/michellebkolo/screen-printing-platen-line-table-supplies/3-16-dowel-rod-nail The screws & T-Brackets: kit.co/michellebkolo/supplies-for-wood-silk-screens/stainless-steel-t Brackets and screws for corners of screens: kit.co/michellebkolo/supplies-for-wood-silk-screens/1-1-2-flat-corner-b More info here: shellycreatesit.com/blogs/shelly-creates-it/diy-home-screen-printing-manual-online-course?_pos=3&_sid=7e82507da&_ss=r

[@JanetteGailFrancis]

Love the economy of space. Great idea.

[@ShellyCreatesIt]

Yes! Saving space is always nice!

[@kevoncarter750]

Do you let it airdry overnight?

[@ShellyCreatesIt]

Yes. I have best results by letting it air dry overnight.

[@ahmedmarzouk6985]

What is the sizes of the screen and squeg and is it flat or v edges

[@ShellyCreatesIt]

I prefer the flat edge squeegee, most of them are 8-10" wide. I have a few that are 2" or 3" for smaller areas. I've tried 'v' edges and don't get as good of a print, so I prefer the flat. As for screens, I have a couple of different sizes. I use the generic 'speedball' brand screen (amzn.to/3eVts5N) and I have a few large sizes that my husband made. I believe they are 17" x 15 so I can get a vertical print area of 15". Then I have a few small ones for kids prints and smaller designs. They are 8" x 10" and 5" x 8' if I remember correctly.

[@TechSkills254]

Hello can you please share how you build the table i will appreciate alot thanks

[@ShellyCreatesIt]

A video will be posted Wed 11/28 with all the info! Thanks :)

[@ShellyCreatesIt]

Video on table build can be found here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fHyQpZmme7qgjK8

[@Fullrusher]

Another quick question what’s the benefit of screen printing on a line table press over a spinning screen printing press?

[@philanaemic]

If you use a 3-point registration pin setup (a little bit more advanced than shown here) you can technically print an unlimited number of colours. The downside is you're constantly carrying the screens/squeegees around, and it takes up a lot of space. Plus it's not quite as adjustable as a rotary press for things like platen position and off-contact. Realistically it's an advantage if you have more space than money.

[@ShellyCreatesIt]

I've never had the opportunity to use a rotary/spinning screen press. I mainly created the line press due to space in the garage. I have completed prints up to 6 colors with my line table and have space under the table to hold the screens and squeegees between each print. If the registration is in tune, you will be able to get several colors. I think for some people, the table vs. rotary is just preference, for others, it's based on space.

[@djkirkdigglerusn5476]

Wow I love your press. I wish I had thought of that design. I'm in the middle of making my line table now. Can you do a video on how you built it please:)

[@ShellyCreatesIt]

Sure! I will try to create a video with details. I didn't record making it, but can show you what it looks like as of now. I used the plans from t-shirt form from One Trick Pony. You can find details here: www.t-shirtforums.com/screen-printing-equipment/t359930.html

[@djkirkdigglerusn5476]

Tried the site but the plans didn't show up. I'll wait for your video :)

[@ShellyCreatesIt]

It should show up, the video on my screen print table is here, with a direct link to the plans. I also include a screenshot of the plans in my video.

[@djkirkdigglerusn5476]

Hi Shelly What happened to my video of how you built your line table press :)

[@ShellyCreatesIt]

A video will be posted Wed 11/28 with all the info! Thanks :)

[@djkirkdigglerusn5476]

can you show me your build of the table please :)

[@ShellyCreatesIt]

I have uploaded a video on making my table here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fHyQpZmme7qgjK8 Hope you find it helpful!

[@alexa__bliss8040]

can you do a multi colored t shirt video please

[@ShellyCreatesIt]

I have one here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hGHFc4BqqZyknJI and plan to have more soon!