SCREEN PRINTING on a BUDGET // DIY

I take you step by step how to diy screen print on a budget. All the steps from making the screens, to using sunlight to burn the image, to setting the ink.

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[yeetoban]

First off, I did NOT think of using a curtain fabric as a mesh for the screens, so that alone can literally save people HUNDREDS in dollars for screen printing materials. This video is incredibly helpful and makes the method so much more viable for anyone on a budget or wants to make graphic tees as a hobby. Second, this was a great tutorial overall, despite being your first time. You went through all the steps fairly well and easily to understand. Great job on the video.

[emilyb]

I have used an embroidery hoop for the frame. Super easy; just make sure to glue it in place so it doesn't shift. An old credit card works great for a squeegy. I also didn't do the whole light-sensitive thing, I just traced my pattern on the screen and painted around it with several layers of mod podge - the super low-budget method. It worked fine for my purposes and the screen is still useable after a half dozen uses.

[vaquero]

after you mixed the emulsion its best to let it sit in the dark with the lid loose for about 3 hours so all the bubbles rise to the top and dissipate. the air bubbles are most likely what caused all the pin holes in your emulsion

[jas]

Glad i found your channel. I understood it better than explanation from professionals. Thank you!

[awsum_adri]

i took a screenprinting class in college, and i've been wanting to do it at home too cuz i loved it, and your video was some good help! thanks much!!!

[swtxvitxhuni]

Thank you so much for saving me lots of money on frames!!! I am excited to make my own screens using canvas!! Ty! Shirt came out great!!

[duncanryder]

Hello Mari.! My name's Duncan.! I just came across your video.! It's educational! Thank you! I also have interest in the hobby of screen printing and iron-on printing.! I'm trying to learn more about this creative process from these videos across YouTube!. It's awesome to have our fellow kiwis explaining the process and international people of course.! It looks like it can be simple/easy/challenging to say the least. I hope to follow your video and Charli Marie's one too.! Low cost DIY type style screen print tasks. My hope and prayer is I can get better in time with these tasks. I find I struggle with them. Iron-on style and screen print although never tried screen printing yet. I've tried iron-on printing and the couple times I've tried my hand, I failed sadly. The image got all shredded/torn looking/faded. I guess you can only try, try again. As I've had to learn the hard way. If at first you don't succeed. Try, try again as the saying goes. I think there's a inspirational quote from a famous iconic sporting athlete. I'll quote him. It was Michael Jordan to be exact and I quote. " I failed many times in order to finally gain my success". The motto is 'never give up'. 'Never say never' quoted from Justin Bieber. Even there's an interesting answer in the word impossible. If you look closely it says and I quote. 'im possible'. Also the word Fail if you break it up it stands for, 'First Attempt In Learning'. As far as designs are concerned, my favorite types I'd want to utilize with apparel/clothing are animal designs, landmark designs, famous people, biblical scriptures, inspirational quotes, motivational quotes, love quotes. Amongst others. I could go on. There are options out there. Varieties.

[praskitchen]

Its not just a stain its a beauty spot..this video very natural & helpful for the beginners...Thank You.

[SheIsntReal]

so helpful, couldnt find any videos that werent using a cricut machine, finally something affordable!

[colettemihocik]

I took printmaking for three years for my BFA and I did quite a bit of serigraphy. When you apply the emulsion onto the screen, you want to make the most even layer of glob right at the top, and use the biggest squeegee you can to create a really consistent and thick layer of emulsion. The key is consistency because it will dry evenly. But I really like this video, and I thought I wouldnt be able to use light emulsion chemicals to make screen prints, so this was super helpful!

[YJ]

Wow this whole process is really quite labour intensive, good work

[kellianderson]

Fun video! Sounds just like how it would go for me. I think I might have to try this now. You completely took out the stress factor! I’m also a wing it kind of gal.

[swaff]

Can’t wait to try this. The canvas frame idea was genius

[DMDArtStudio]

Wow it's great. you make everything from scratch. I also like to print designs on t-shirts like you

[workgather]

The best part about the video is being along with you as you learn the process. My greatest need in learning screen printing is figuring out the emulsion part. I really loved the idea of taking apart the stretched canvas... I almost got a deal on them, but ended up saving my money for another time because the clock changed to another day and the sale went away. :-( Oh well, I have been trying the picture frames, and will look for some more. Glad I happened on your DIY. Now, on to a few more looking for helpful hints. :-)

[JustThink]

Doubling up on the transparency worked miracles!

[jusbamathy]

Awesome! ive always wanted to try this but i had no idea where to start or wut to do. Thanks for the inspiration!

[glamr.nbeverlyhills]

You’re like my new fav DIY girl on YouTube ☺️ thanks for this!💜

[trashyLAMF]

Great job! I’ll be attempting the same thing this week and am pretty damn excited! Thank you and keep smiling!

[josephmonroeschultz]

please do more diy, i love your minimalist approach, well done!!!