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# Check paper or items are suitable for printing | # Check paper or items are suitable for printing | ||
For best results paper should not be too thin or it may wrinkle or get waterlogged. | For best results paper should not be too thin or it may wrinkle or get waterlogged. | ||
| − | Note that typical 'office' or 'computer' paper (80 gsm) is usually too thin and will not dry flat especially if there is a lot of ink in the design. Non-paper items should be somewhat absorbent. | + | Note that typical 'office' or 'computer' paper (80 gsm) is usually too thin and will not dry flat especially if there is a lot of ink in the design. Non-paper items should ideally be somewhat absorbent or the print may scratch off. |
# Prepare a screen and stencil – see [[CreatingScreenprintingStencils]] | # Prepare a screen and stencil – see [[CreatingScreenprintingStencils]] | ||
# Select or mix '''non-textile''' printing ink | # Select or mix '''non-textile''' printing ink | ||
| − | + | ## First decide on the colour to be printed in this session. | |
| − | + | Note: Items must be dry before printing additional colours so only prepare ink for each colour just before it is needed for printing. | |
Revision as of 18:56, 18 December 2015
Contents
Screenprinting on Paper and non-Fabrics
Summary
Preparation
- Check that paper or item is suitable
- Prepare a screen and stencil
- Select or mix non-textile printing ink
Printing session
- 1. Prepare test paper pieces
- Select square-profile squeegee
- Clear space in drying rack
- Print on paper or items
Cleanup
- Wash screen, equipment and hands
- Log activity and pay for any Makespace materials by items x print size
Detailed instructions
- Check paper or items are suitable for printing
For best results paper should not be too thin or it may wrinkle or get waterlogged. Note that typical 'office' or 'computer' paper (80 gsm) is usually too thin and will not dry flat especially if there is a lot of ink in the design. Non-paper items should ideally be somewhat absorbent or the print may scratch off.
- Prepare a screen and stencil – see CreatingScreenprintingStencils
- Select or mix non-textile printing ink
- First decide on the colour to be printed in this session.
Note: Items must be dry before printing additional colours so only prepare ink for each colour just before it is needed for printing.
