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Choosing between heat press and silk screen printing is one of the most common dilemmas for beginners and small business owners entering the custom printing world. Both methods are widely used for decorating T-shirts, hoodies, tote bags, and promotional products, yet they work in completely different ways and serve different goals. The right choice..

Starting a small screen printing workshop is one of the most practical ways to turn creativity into a real, scalable business. Whether you want to print custom T-shirts, branded workwear, posters, or fabric products, screen printing offers an excellent balance between quality, durability, and production cost. Unlike many quick-print methods, a well..

Screen printing is one of the most reliable and versatile printing methods, but the quality of the final result always starts with the design. Knowing how to create a design for screen printing is essential if you want clean lines, strong colors, and prints that look professional on fabric, paper, or other flat surfaces. Unlike digital printing, ..

Screen printing is one of the most durable and widely used methods for decorating T-shirts and other textile products. Its popularity comes from the ability to produce bold colors, strong opacity, and prints that can withstand repeated washing and long-term wear. At the same time, this durability often leads to a common practical question: how to..

Plastisol ink remains one of the most widely used inks in screen printing, especially in apparel production. Its popularity comes from reliability, vibrant color output, and long-lasting results on a wide range of fabrics. For beginners and experienced printers alike, understanding how plastisol ink behaves on press is essential for achieving con..

Water based inks have become a popular choice in screen printing thanks to their soft hand feel, eco-friendly profile, and versatility across different fabrics. However, many printers quickly discover that achieving great results with these inks is not just about how the print looks coming off the screen. The real challenge begins after printing,..

Photo emulsion plays a central role in screen printing, yet for many beginners it remains one of the most confusing parts of the process. Uneven coatings, stencils that wash out too easily, or designs that fail during printing often trace back not to the ink or the screen, but to how the emulsion was prepared and applied. Understanding how photo ..

Choosing the best screen printing kit for beginners is often the first real step from curiosity to practice. Many people are interested in screen printing after seeing custom T-shirts, posters, or handmade prints, but quickly realise that starting from scratch can feel confusing. There are dozens of starter kits on the market, all promising easy re..

In screen printing, the smallest details often make the biggest difference. While printers tend to focus on inks, designs, and machines, the condition of the screen printing mesh quietly determines how successful each print will be. A mesh that looks “good enough” at first glance can still hide dried ink, residue, or clogged openings that negativ..

Starting a screen printing business is a practical way to turn creative skills into a sustainable source of income. Unlike many digital-first business ideas, screen printing is rooted in physical production, where results depend on technique, materials, and process control rather than algorithms or automation alone. From custom apparel and promotio..

Screen printing photos on T-shirts at home is easier than many beginners expect, especially with the help of modern screen printing starter kits. What once required a professional workshop can now be done on a small scale at home, using simple tools and a clear process. This is why more people are exploring screen printing as a creative hobby, a wa..

Screen printing rarely goes perfectly on the first try, especially when you are just starting out. Many beginners expect clean, professional results immediately, but quickly run into common screen printing problems such as uneven prints, washed-out designs, or ink that does not behave as expected. These issues can feel discouraging, particularly wh..