DIY Screen Printing with Speedball's Beginner Screen Printing Craft Vinyl Kit
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- čas přidán 2. 08. 2024
- It's time to grab those vinyl cutters and get ready to PRINT! We've partnered with vinyl crafter and DIY screen printing extraordinaire, Jennifer Sanderson of Pigskins & Pigtails, to develop the first all-in-one kit perfect for anyone wanting to use their vinyl stencils to create an endless range of personalized fashion, craft and home decór projects. In this first video of our craft vinyl screen printing tutorial library, Jennifer highlights how she created the kit's signature "Bee Kind" t-shirt, going from design to printing in no time!
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Cool. Can't wait to use my screen print kit!
thanks for picking one up! Happy printing to you!
Screen printing has been on my mind lately for my small business, and this was the perfect quick and easy tutorial. 🙌🏻♥️
Glad it was helpful! Screen printing is a lot of fun!
And so much money saved by not needing to outsource this rather easy technique
Inspired me to do screen printing!!! Cant wait to get my kit!
Happy to hear that! Happy printing!
You guys over at Speedball are awesome. I've been with you for years. I built my own simple screen press , but me and emulsion didnt get along very well. Then I started vinyl work. This is the best of both worlds. Instead of weeding vinyl for 10 shirts..10 times..now I only have to do it once..thanks a million
this is just so nice of you! thank you so much for your support and so happy you're pleased with your new kit! wishing you LOTS of happy printing ahead and thank you again for letting us be a part of your process!
Hi, may I ask, about how many shirts to you get done before washing or like switching out the vinyl?
Turned out nice
Easy and Simply beautiful thanks 😊
thank you for watching! Jennifer does such lovely and clever work!
Dude thanx well instructed right down to the point.
so glad you enjoyed it!
I bought my kit earlier this week and tried to screen print last night....big fail. This video was so helpful. I now know what I did wrong and how to set myself up for success the next time I try it. Thank you!
Jennifer's videos are the BEST for instructional and creative help -- happy printing on try #2!!
Excellent boulot.
My husband got me this for an early Valentine’s Day present! I love it so much!! I already have done several shirts just today. I am going to try this same method with different paint on some wooden signs. I love it!
that makes us so happy to read! please tell your husband we said thanks for including us in your holiday and we wish you lots of happy printing ahead!!
How long does the paint last
@@erickarodriguez5558 if properly heat set on fabric, the design will remain permanent. it will remain permanent on paper with no additional steps required. the image will remain in the stencil and usable for future prints for many, many printing sessions
Aww what a lovely thing
Transferring the vinyl is my issue I will try it again
Thanks for this
Jennifer has a wide range of tips and tricks availalbe through her account (@pigskinsandpigtails), so circling back that direction may be an ideal way to remove the frustration and trial and error components! happy printing to you!
Great video! Thanks for sharing 👍🏻
Thank you and thanks for tuning in!
@Rasta Fonz thank you so much for tuning in! Jennifer is always so inspiring with her creativity! She is using a heat press here, but you can also cure the inks by setting them with something like a household iron after they are fully dry. Thanks again for watching!
Cheers☕ from Ontario Canada💖
thank you for watching! cheers to you!
Ontario gang🤟🏼
THANK YOU
I really like this kit!! The vinyl and transfer tape work excellent for me. I would like to know what brand it is to buy more of that style
So happy to read the kit has worked so well for you! If you head to Jennifer's site PigskinsandPigtails.com, you can see a full recommended supplies list, included the type of tape she recommends. Thanks again for your purchase of the kit and tuning in!
that did help< thank u
I received my kit the other day and can't wait to give it a try. After I get the hang of it I have a 6.5"x6.5" design to print onto canvas bags for my sister's church. I'm curious how many prints you can get out of the jar of ink that comes with the kit.
That is so exciting! We hope you make wonderful things with it. Since there are many variables in screen printing, we are unable to provide an expected number of prints from the 4oz jar in the kit. We recommend pulling a single test print first to help you form an estimate based on your design!
My black ink is like a gel. Literally the best way to describe it is like jelly or jam from a jar. I’ve bought 2-3 new black Inma and they are like this… making it difficult to use compared to other colors.
So sorry to hear that! If you need further support, feel free to reach us at info@speedballart.com
Can you put under the heat press and hover the press to expedite the drying time and then press it? That way you don’t need to wait 3 days.
the recommendation to let dry for 2-3 days is not necessary unless there is a significant amount of ink used in the design. Most our prints dry to the touch within a few hours (waiting overnight to be extra safe) or hitting with a hairdryer to help speed dry time -- all will get you to the heat press or heat setting with an iron within a day at the most! we just like to be extra conservative in recommendations to ensure success for beginner printmakers
Superb
thank you and thank you for tuning in!
I used a this ink and the shirt came out great! 🤩 but when I washed and dried it, it looks blurry after one wear😢 but now I see that I didn’t heat set it🤦🏽♀️ I will try again😏 I launch this weekend I’m kinda nervous🙃 thanks for this video.
you aren't the first who didn't heat set! a key step, and we're sure you'll nail it on the second try! happy printing!
How was the launch??
You got this🙌💯
Will a cricut heat press work? If so, do you know how much heat and how many seconds to do so?
you can absolutely use a heat press to cure the inks. we recommend checking your heat press' manual to see the recommended settings for use with water-based inks
This was a great tutorial! A lot of tutorials by the actual companies kinda suck... but I love this one!! I have already made stamped shirts with speedballs stamp sets. But I have a question- I used the same black fabric ink for my stamps and applied them on cotton/poly blend shirt but the color fades after washes, any idea on the stop that from happening?
so happy you enjoyed the video! If you can contact us at info@speedballart.com, we'd love to help troubleshoot the issue you're seeing. It always helps to have additional information and/or images, and this platform can be limiting for that. thanks again for tuning in!
is there a difference between using vinyl stencils on the screen, or photo emulsion? vinyl seems much easier, although i have a feeling photo emulsion would provide better results. which one is better- please help! :D
You can absolutely achieve some fine detail with the vinyl, but there are some differences, most notably that the weeding process on the vinyl for super fine detail can be quite challenging and time consuming. Another option would be our Speed Screens system in that it also allows for great detail, and is a photo emulsion process that doesn't require the mixing, coating and drying steps in creating a screen. If you'd like to review a particular design you have in mind to determine what technique might be most suitable, please contact us at info@speedballart.com so we can discuss in more detail.
so for traditional screen printing i can wash the ink off and use the screen /design again at a later time, but am i able to do that with the vinyl method? or do i have to remove the vinyl when i'm washing the ink off every time?
we would recommend removing the vinyl between uses to ensure all ink is properly removed after printing
@@speedball_artcan the same vinyl then be reused and reattached?
A few questions ..
Is that regular adhesive vinyl & does the color matter?
Also, do you print mirrored ?
Can you use the same screen for different colors and designs ?
This kit features a permanent vinyl that is adhered to a screen by way of transfer tape. The image is mirrored at the time of cutting because it will ultimately be flipped to the correct orientation at the time it is mounted to the screen. You can absolutely clean the screen between uses with water and a small amount of mild soap to allow you to print with alternative colors. Additionally, you can remove the vinyl from the screen and utilize alternative designs any time.
When getting ready to print design on vinyl do you put the grey part facing down and mirror the image?
No, the shiny grey part faces up and yes you should mirror the image
@@leciamarjohnson4716 thank you
Do you heat set after the 2-3 day drying time or before?
hello! the inks will require a heatset after they are fully dry. In humid environments, that can take up to 2-3 days, but more arid environments can see that happen in several hours or overnight. You can expedite the initial dry time by using a hairdryer or fan so as to allow you to move to heat setting more quickly!
I've googled the name of the kit and other screen printing kits came up before I finally found yours. And when I did it was from another website. I was hoping to see if you have a large variety of different colored inks and other products?
thanks for your interest! we do not sell these items directly, that is likely why you were redirected to other sites. If you visit SpeedballArt.com and then select "Our Product Lines," you can see the full selection of screen printing items we have available, including a broad palette of inks for printing on fabric or paper
@@speedball_art I'm sorry I meant to come back and comment that I did find your website. I've also seen that Amazon and some other places sell your kit. It looks really interesting. I watched that video twice. I may gift myself the starter kit for no other reason than it's a day of the week that ends with a "y". I want to be creative during this time. And I've watched CZcams videos on how to build and create your own screen print. The fact that this company has built it for me. And I just need to come up with designs is great. Thanks for responding to my comment. Have a good day.
@@EmorettaRobinson creating during this time is so important! so happy you're enjoying the video resources we have and hope you enjoy all your making ahead! happy printing!
How do i stop the ink from bleeding under the vinyl. Varnished it very well.
That can happen for a couple of different reasons -- if you can reach out to us at info@speedballart.com with a few images of the issues you're seeing, we can find a great solution!
How did you clean your screen? I did one pass and messed up so I went to clean my screen immediately and i didn’t get it as clean as your screen.
staining on the mesh can occur if you use inks with pigments like blue. staining will not negatively impact future printing and is a very expected part of the process. we would highly recommend all ink is removed as dried ink can be permanently set, but the mesh doesn't need to return to the bright white after use
Does this work on totebags? If so, same ink as well?
this is a great system for tote bags. We would recommend either our Fabric Screen Printing or Opaque Fabric Screen Printing Inks (the latter if you're printing on a darker fabric)
God loves yallll
for several times of screening, does the vinly still good or any problem ?
Yes, this vinyl will be great for use across multiple print run as long as sufficiently cleaned between uses.
Can I use it to print logos on cardboard boxes? If so what kind of paint or ink I need?
you can! we would recommend our acrylic screen printing inks for printing on cardboard. Thanks for tuning in!
So what if I dont have a vinyl cutting machine? How can I get my design from computer to vinyl
in that case, you can create stencils using vinyl using something like an Xacto knife or by using a similar tool to cut a stencil out of something like our Graphics 360 paper
Hi. I just got the kit. Was hoping it came with a link to download the design file in the video for quicker trying. Any idea where I can get it?
Hello, congrats on your new kit! That design belongs to Jennifer Sanderson of pigskinandpigtails. She has some similar digital files available for purchase www.pigskinsandpigtails.com/digital-design-files/
How did you get your screen clean? My screen still has residue
there are times certain colors can stain the mesh even after reclaiming. if that is the case, it will not negatively impact furture prints. if there is excess ink that's dried in the screen, we'd recommend rewashing with warm water and soap. depending upon how long the ink was allowed to remain in the screen, it is possible the ink may remain even after rewashing
i'm trying to do line art so weeding the line out instead of the inside bits that are cut and mine just won't work is there any way to weed is easier than all by hand ive tried via transfer tape but it still doesnt work
We're sorry to read the weeding is an issue. If you are using a weeding tool, we would recommend reaching out to the particular manufacturer of the tool for tips and tricks to improve the results. Since we do not manufacture those items (yet!), we're not aware of all the nuances to improve performance
Do you apply pressure when using the squeegee to spread the ink?
Yes! It actually requires quite a bit of pressure to properly transfer the ink onto the printed surface since it is so thick!
I really want to try screen printing but I am not very artistic or good at drawing. Is there a way I could print my design onto the vinyl and then carve it out or is it all free hand? Any clarification is appreciated!!
Hi, happy to hear that you are interested in trying out screen printing. Paper Stencil Method is one of the easiest ways to do screen printing. You might find it easy to pick up and get started with czcams.com/video/22OgwP74I1U/video.html. You can use our Beginner Paper Stencil Kit with this method. Alternatively, if you have a printer, you can check out czcams.com/video/LbLqaxfrDf0/video.html and use our Speed Screens Kit with this method.
@@speedball_art Thank you!!!!
I've tried this process and I end up with ink being either too light on a section or end up being a glob. Any advice to avoid this would be awesome!
We would love to help! Our technical experts are the best resource and they can be reached at info@speedballart.com. They'll likely need some images of the prints you've done thus far along with one of your design, and with those can help you get printing successfully in no time so you can love it!
Having the same problem
Can the vinyl in the kit be used in an inkjet printer?
this type of vinyl is not suitable for use with an inkjet printer
I know this is mainly used for fabrics, but is there any reason it couldn't be used on wood products as well?
We would recommend the Acrylic Screen Printing Ink for use on wood, and it's appropriate for use with all methods of screen printing such as vinyl, traditional stencil, drawing fluid + screen filler, or photo emulsion (including Speed Screens)
How do you get different design to put on the shirts
the designs are created using your vinyl stencil cutter and you can swap the images and place on a new piece of vinyl any time you feel like creating something new!
I like this set I was on the fence of getting this set or the photo emulsion kit
Both are great kits and super easy to use! If you don't have a vinyl cutter, then the photo emulsion kit is probably better!
What is the average temp and time to heat set them on a press? I cannot find info through the heat press brand
For heat setting on fabric, we recommend pairing the temperature setting to the fabric being used. On fabrics needing lower temperatures, we'd recommend increasing the ironing time slights (about 30-60 seconds) across the entire print to ensure the ink is fully cured.
Can I wash the screen with the vinyl still attached?
Want to save for later use
We would recommend
1. remove the remaining ink from the screen
2. wipe down the vinyl with a dry paper towel
3. clean the vinyl with a damp cloth
Where can I find the transfer sheet tape?
we'd recommend heading over to Jennifer's account for her full materials listing for such items. thanks for tuning in!
Using adhesive vinyl as a stencil is fantastic. However, having to let the ink air dry for 2-3 days and then heat set for 2-3 minutes? That detail alone changes the calculus a bit: create my designs with heat transfer vinyl or screen print.
The recommendation to have the project dry for 2-3 days is fairly conservative. In most cases, it simply needs a few hours to overnight to dry enough to then heat set. The advantage of the screen printed results is beyond the time calculation, as it allows for the fabric's hand to be maintained and the print itself to withstand countless washes without cracking or peeling away. Certainly all up to preference for each project, though!
@@speedball_art thanks for the reply! I've purchased some Speedball inks and tools to give it a try. Cheers!
@@irbeej excellent! wishing you lots of happy printing ahead!
My ink didn’t cover even was trying to print red on black shirts it looks washed out. Any tips?
If the ink washed out it is the result of the ink not being fully cured. If you'd like troubleshooting help specific to your project to ensure success, please contact our experts at info@speedballart.com and we'll be happy to help!
Is there anywhere I can purchase the vinyl and transfer tape that came in the kit?
Unfortunately no they are not sold separately, it is a standard vinyl sheet though that can be found in craft stores!
How long does this last compared to professional screen print?
as long as the print is handled (and in the case of fabric printing, heat set) per recommendations, the print will remain permanent
Please don't judge me, I'm learning lol. So you don't need emulsion if you are using your own vynil stencil?
That is correct! If you use vinyl as the stencil you do not need emulsion, as the vinyl will act as a resist for the ink and it will not print in areas there is vinyl.
What types of vinyl is recommended?
If you head to Jennifer's site (www.pigsinsandpigtails.com), she has a wonderful list of recommended supplies to help select the right vinyl for your project beyond what is included in this great kit. Thanks for tuning in!
I actually struggled a lot w/ this kit. My vinyl refused to stick to the screen no matter how many times I varnished on both sides of the screen. It was sadly more stressful than enjoyable :(
We're very sorry to read that and we'd love to have the chance to troubleshoot what you saw in order to make for a much more enjoyable printing experience. Please contact us at info@speedballart.com so we can learn more about your project and make for some much happier printing!
Hi Kayla, did you ever find a solution? I've tried different vinyls, tapes, made the tape much less sticky to the point it's not sticky at all, but my vinyl refuses to stick to the screen and really insists on sticking to the transfer tape. It seems to only work with extra basic designs based on people's tutorials, but even then wouldn't work for me. Super stressful.
Cheers
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@@wagsinho Hey, I would recommend not using a squeegee to adhere the vinyl onto the transfer tape. Instead use your hands and do it really lightly. Otherwise it’ll just stick to the transfer tape. Only use the squeegee to adhere it to the screen. And when you do that use it on both sides.
Never done vinyl myself. I have donde burning the screen with a film positive. You have your design, you will print it best quality on the printer using a film for screen printing. Once your art/design is on the transparency film, your will burn it. Ways to burn is on the un, or light or UV light. This is a preferred method when using silk. You can print many T-shirt at will.
How do I get the ink out? I got a smudge on my shirt with the ink.
Hi, when you print, make sure to press down the screen with the squeegee with some pressure so that the surface being printed on doesn't move around. That should help some of the smudges. Try to run the squeegee only once since going back and forth can create smudges too.
What is the best vinyl for this project
Any standard permanent vinyl would work well!
How does it stand up to multiple washes. I used infusible ink on tea towels and was very disappointed that after one wash the image faded beyond recognition.
we run fairly agressive wash testing on our inks. As long as you heat set the ink and wash the item as recommended, all should withstand the wash hundreds of times
@@speedball_art awesome, thanks so much! Just ordered my kit and can't wait to get started.
@@g8trn fantastic! thank you so much for ordering--please tag us so we can see what you create!!
you need to heat cure your inks.
@@thankyouyahusha4957 that's correct! in addition to the directions provided in this video specific to heat setting, we also have a separate instructional video on that process on our CZcams channel. Hoping both are helpful!
How many times could you use the same vinyl??
Depends on how many times you print! The vinyl can last quite a long time!
Does anybody know what brand shirt that is?
If you follow Jennifer's page, you'll be able to see a recommended supply list through her site. Thanks for tuning in!
What is a option when you don't have a vinyl cutter or a cricut type machine when it comes to making the transfer where your design will go? Help anyone???
if you do not have a vinyl cutter, you can still use the stencil method by cutting out your design into something like our Graphics 360 paper. Alternatively, you can use the screen filler + drawing fluid method or the photo emulsion method to create images. we have instructional videos on each of these options on this channel for reference!
@@speedball_art thank you
@@ONEMusic801 very happy to help! happy printing!
can i use emulsion with these products
You can use emulsion on the screen from this kit, but this kit comes with materials for making vinyl stencils, thank you!
My ink dries out really quick after my first print, am I too slow?
The ink has a different drying time depending on the humidity! That might be what's causing the ink to dry so quickly!
Hi! What if you don’t have a screen print machine?
If you don't have a vinyl cutter, you can use a stencil method from our Beginner Paper Stencil Kit or one of the other methods like drawing fluid + screen filler or photo emusion. So many ways to create your design -- just add ink :)
How can I get set in ink off my screen diy???
You can wipe it off with a piece of dry paper towel.
Not what I'm looking 4 but still a good video
😀Thanks for liking this video! We try to be a good resource.
Is it washable?
the screen and vinyl can be washed and reused after printing, yes!
Where can i get this 'd like to keep myself busy and also how did you get the bee kind on the vinyl sheet
thanks for your interest! you can find a full list of retail partners who offer the Vinyl Kit for online purchase at the Speedball website. The design is created on your computer and then cut into the vinyl with your vinyl cutter. Happy printing!
Is it a HTV or Sticker Vinyl?
It's adhesive vinyl, which means it can be placed on a variety of different surfaces as well!
What if you don’t have a vinyl cutter thing
That's no problem! You can create a stencil using durable paper (like Speedball's Bienfang Graphics 360 Marker Paper) and a utility knife to hand-cut the stencil design. Alternatively, you can create images using methods like photo emulsion or drawing fluid + screen filler. All these techniques have featured tutorials in the "Screen Printing" playlist at this channel so you can see what might be best for your project
I bought one of these kits today, and my squeegee is way wider than the frame. Kind of disappointing, I can only use the frame horizontally and not vertical
Hello! Thank you for informing us, please email info@speedballart.com with information about your issue and we can assist you further. Thank you!
Tu as utilisé quoi comme vinyle?
When you order the beginner screen printing craft vinyl kit it comes with vinyl to use!
Je peux commander ou en suisse ou sur quelle site
Hello! This product can be found through multiple art supply retailers and amazon.
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Fly Kind ? :p
Bee Kind! :)
Because we all have a vinyl cutting machine 😳
While this kit is geared towards those with access to a vinyl cutter, our Speed Screens Kit provides a similar result with the use of printing on transparency paper instead of a vinyl cutter!
So you mirror design or no?
you do not have to mirror the design use by the vinyl cutter -- just design, print and go! :)
If adding words..you have to mirror.
@@skemezpopov for sure.....this was an IMPORTANT step omitted
Like the video Hate obnoxious music
Thank you for the feedback!
So disappointed with this kit and I cannot get a response from Speedball or Pigskins & Pigtails about it. Makes me think twice about using these products and I was so excited to. Luckily there are other options. 😢
Hello! We are sorry to hear of the issues you are having, please reach out over email to info@speedballart.com and we can further assist there, thank you!
Process seems kind of tedious
How does the sheet work? Does the kit only come with the bee design?
The sheet is a craft vinyl sheet that is intended for use on a vinyl cutting machine such as a Cricut. It does not come with the bee design but the artist is Jennifer Sanderson and she sells some of her digital files online at www.pigskinsandpigtails.com/ Thank you!