This is the #1 reference and source for anyone wanting to print T-shirts or decorate garments. How to Print T-Shirts for Fun and Profit covers the details of screen printing, heat transfers, and the inkjet-to-garment process in an easy-to-follow, step-by-step manner. First published in 1978, and just updated with the latest information in 2008, this book has sold more than 140,000 copies. Long known as The T-Shirt Printer's Bible, this latest edition lays out the technical processes, how to start a shop, how to market and sell T-shirts, a complete source directory, and plans for simple printing equipment. Whether you are a hobbyist or want to start a profitable business, How to Print T-Shirts for Fun and Profit is the best, most updated book available.
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Scott and Pat Fresener started in the T-shirt business in 1969 with a $500 investment. In 1978 they wrote the first edition of How to Print T-Shirts for Fun and Profit which has since sold over 140,000 copies. They are the leading authorities on the garment printing process and they have taught thousands of students at their internationally known U.S. Screen Printing Institute in Tempe, Arizona, USA.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
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The book contains a huge amount of information, but though it was updated in 2008 it still seems quite outdated. What really drove me nuts trying to read this were all the editing errors, particularly the wrong or left out words. No, it did not change the content, but leaves me wondering if that is the level of detail paid to the content. Let's be honest, the intro said basically, "nothing has changed since we first wrote the book-look, we can even use our original intro"...cute and entertaining, but also perhaps true...
The Good:
1) Lots of information.
2) Written in a goof-ball friendly manner that is easy to read.
3) Does go into some of the business aspects and more advanced topics.
4) Good for someone with some experience, looking into expanding into a business (this is not me).
5) Forms and paperwork examples are very nice.
6) Good overview of all the options out there.
The Bad:
1) Not much in the way of step by step instruction, and not really good for a real beginner (this is me).
2) Outdated processes and material.
3) Areas seemed rather self-serving.
4) Despite being goof-ball and easy to read, it was not very engaging (read-boring).
Overall, I do not recommend for a beginner-I really thought that the Ryonet screen-printing 101 DVD did a much better job of explaining it in a step by step manner. I watched that first, and I am not sure I would have understood the book as well had I not. BUT perhaps that is also why I found it a very dull read-must take into account I watched the video first. These have been my only two resources up to now, other than the massive number of free videos on the internet.
The Good:
1) Lots of information.
2) Written in a goof-ball friendly manner that is easy to read.
3) Does go into some of the business aspects and more advanced topics.
4) Good for someone with some experience, looking into expanding into a business (this is not me).
5) Forms and paperwork examples are very nice.
6) Good overview of all the options out there.
The Bad:
1) Not much in the way of step by step instruction, and not really good for a real beginner (this is me).
2) Outdated processes and material.
3) Areas seemed rather self-serving.
4) Despite being goof-ball and easy to read, it was not very engaging (read-boring).
Overall, I do not recommend for a beginner-I really thought that the Ryonet screen-printing 101 DVD did a much better job of explaining it in a step by step manner. I watched that first, and I am not sure I would have understood the book as well had I not. BUT perhaps that is also why I found it a very dull read-must take into account I watched the video first. These have been my only two resources up to now, other than the massive number of free videos on the internet.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
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Some of the book, I've read on forums and web pages before.
Just about everything else I had never read and never even considered.
What's the best way to print puff inks so they finish smoothly? Change the dot density?
What's dot density? It's covered in the book. In depth.
How could I set up a commercial shop? There's a floor plan in here.
Plans for a one color machine? Plans for a four color machine? Parts list and plans included as appendices.
Information on $50,000 presses? There also.
It's all in there and a ton of other stuff I can't even remember at the moment. This book makes me want to buy Post-It flags and a highlighter and go to town.
If you want to know about it, it's in there. If you don't want to know about it - like you're not interested - that's in there too and you can go ahead and skip that section and not worry about it.
I wish it had a lay-flat spine so you could really open it up and annotate it but I'd hardly consider that a mark against it.
It's slightly expensive but once you realize what's inside, totally worth it. And reasonably up-to-date, as far as technologies go.
If you're considering buying one book about screen printing, make it this book.
Just about everything else I had never read and never even considered.
What's the best way to print puff inks so they finish smoothly? Change the dot density?
What's dot density? It's covered in the book. In depth.
How could I set up a commercial shop? There's a floor plan in here.
Plans for a one color machine? Plans for a four color machine? Parts list and plans included as appendices.
Information on $50,000 presses? There also.
It's all in there and a ton of other stuff I can't even remember at the moment. This book makes me want to buy Post-It flags and a highlighter and go to town.
If you want to know about it, it's in there. If you don't want to know about it - like you're not interested - that's in there too and you can go ahead and skip that section and not worry about it.
I wish it had a lay-flat spine so you could really open it up and annotate it but I'd hardly consider that a mark against it.
It's slightly expensive but once you realize what's inside, totally worth it. And reasonably up-to-date, as far as technologies go.
If you're considering buying one book about screen printing, make it this book.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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for the absolute beginner. I can't wait for it to be updated. It has all the information that you need to get started without breaking the bank. I wish I'd found this earlier!
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I originally bought this book when I started my business, has all the basics to get you started in screenprinting. I also bought the second printing to get updated information. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Larry Gwynn
for commercial screeners
I'm only a casual screen printer, but if I were to go into business I would recommend this book! FULL of information on the entire process of screen printing. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Graphic Designer
do not buy this book
this book is useless. if you are looking at buying a book on how to start priniting a t shirt , well DO NOT BUY THIS ONE.
Published 18 months ago by Dino Casciato
Excellent book
This book is full of information,very thorough. I have been laerning so much, the pictures are uber helpful too. Yes it is an expensive book, but def worth it. Read more
Published 22 months ago by J. Collins
A great starting point!
I'm new to the screen printing business. This book helped me gain a lot of confidence and develop new ideas. Read more
Published on September 11, 2009 by P. Carlson
Everything You Wanted To Know
This is a great book with in depth information about how to start printing and the equipment needed. Read more
Published on July 12, 2009 by Fitness guru
Great Resource
I have heard from most people I talked with concerning screen printing that this is the Bible of the business and it is quite informational. Read more
Published on December 15, 2008 by J. Jennifer
Nice info
Lots of great info in this book. Some things we knew, a lot we didn't. If you are starting a t shirt business, this is worth a look.
Published on September 16, 2008 by Fairly Odd Mother
Goofy, but worthwhile
This book is a great reference and "kickstarter" to get one up and going in the screenprinting biz. It, however, is by no means the "be-all" and "end-all" to learning the... Read more
Published on August 28, 2008 by Christopher J. Betz
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inkjet technology, tone curve, layers palette, channels palette, graphics and artwork preparation, capillary direct film, retensionable frames, plastisol base, screen printing supply companies, retensionable screens, suede ink, high opacity inks, puff ink, simulated process color, laser acetate, sharp squeegee, washout sink, screen opener, puff print, plastisol ink, photopolymer emulsions, flood stroke, heat transfer press, spot color images, process color separations Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Screen Print, Adobe Photoshop, New York, Safety Kleen, Corel Draw, Color Range, Lawson Screen Products, Grand Rapids, Los Angeles, Workhorse Products, Laundry Tub, Corel Trace, Fruit of the Loom, Glens Falls, Gilbert Ave, Screen Washout, Room Preparation, Long Island City, Economy Model, West Palm Beach, Maple Grove, West Street, Jiffy Hinges, Copyright Law, Hanes Printahles Browse Sample Pages:
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inkjet technology, tone curve, layers palette, channels palette, graphics and artwork preparation, capillary direct film, retensionable frames, plastisol base, screen printing supply companies, retensionable screens, suede ink, high opacity inks, puff ink, simulated process color, laser acetate, sharp squeegee, washout sink, screen opener, puff print, plastisol ink, photopolymer emulsions, flood stroke, heat transfer press, spot color images, process color separations Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Screen Print, Adobe Photoshop, New York, Safety Kleen, Corel Draw, Color Range, Lawson Screen Products, Grand Rapids, Los Angeles, Workhorse Products, Laundry Tub, Corel Trace, Fruit of the Loom, Glens Falls, Gilbert Ave, Screen Washout, Room Preparation, Long Island City, Economy Model, West Palm Beach, Maple Grove, West Street, Jiffy Hinges, Copyright Law, Hanes Printahles Browse Sample Pages:
Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Index | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
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