People Get Ready

I will be selling t-shirts at my nephew's elementary school fleas market tomorrow. This will be the first time I set up shop to sell my own design of shirts. I am both excited and anxious. The process of printing the shirts has been an experience of discovery for me as I have employed some new techniques. I believe they will be well received by the public. *crosses fingers*

Here is a glimpse into the process...

First we set the mood with some music...

 Some old screens need to be cleaned...

 A new batch of photo emulsion needs to be mixed... It's very simple. Just fill the small bottle to 3/4 with water and add to the big jar and MIX!

 Apply to the screen. Allow it to dry... Burn a new screen from an image printed on a transparency sheet.

 This is the test run...

 Not perfect but getting there...

THIS SATURDAY!

I'll be selling my custom t-shirts at Glenmount Elementary... Come get yours!

PROM TIME!!!

The Print Life

Last night, I delved into the screen printing world yet again. I had to re-burn a screen for one shirt design idea but I suppose the emulsion was on the screen too long and it did not burn properly. So I spent the night cleaning and putting emulsion on a number of screens... BUT I also experimented a bit with some other screens and color stories... this is the product...

Finally, opened up my very own Etsy shop. I am still learning the ins and outs of the site BUT this is the beginning... Please take a look... Its just a few pieces but I will be building the inventory...http://www.etsy.com/shop/mimidre

Colorbok Painting

These clever little buddies are so fun to paint. I bought them from Michael's for five dollars. The package comes with six characters in the set. I love painting these guys... They are SO cute!

Benefit Show Pics...