The second photo shows the side that you will be working on and as you can see, the image is now reading in the proper direction. If you are careful when you ink and scrape, you do not have to block the whole screen off like I did. The paint or ink will only come through the area that is not blocked off. I then use the painter's tape to block off the rest of the screen area. Then I stick the design to the flat side of the frame, the side where the screen will be touching the project. Since it is sticky on only one side I had to use the "flip" setting on my Cricut to cut it out in reverse. You can also use shelf liner contact paper, which is cheaper. In this example I am using vinyl adhesive sheet, cut as a stencil, in the Cricut. If you already have a photo frame or the like, simply remove the glass or whatever is in it. The idea here is that I can use these screens many times and I never have to use photo emulsion paste, or remover, or any of that. To start making the screens grab your utility knife and a canvas frame. Basically this stuff, while very versatile, will shorten the life of, if not completely render useless, your screens. Note: This is also the point where you would start using expensive and messy photo emulsion paste. This is where a Cricut machine comes in handy, but you will see that you can draw and cut any design you want. In this step you will be creating the design for what you will silk screen onto your article of clothing or paper. In this Instructable, my wife and I are making "onesies" for our soon-to-be newborn. (I have tons left over after making 2.) Then, to silk screen, you will need: - Silk screen supplies to include whatever ink or paint you want to use, a squeegee (Which can be improvised with many different household items.), and garments or paper to be printed on. (It was 50% off at the time, from $12) The fabric was in the Home Decor section on a large roll. I purchased mine from Jo-Ann's Fabrics for about $6 per yard. Silk is obviously the original, hence the name. A fine mesh material like the one shown. Our great sale team is here to help whether you are a large shop or just starting up. Blue painters tape, the wider the better. Buckets of Ink offers great prices on screen printing supplies and embroidery supplies every day. It must be flat so you get the best seal possible against your project. The overall plan is to have a wood frame, 1" or more thick, that is sturdy and absolutely flat on at least one face. You can use old picture frames or make your own. ( I recommend several since you will need more for multi-colored designs.) I used painter's canvas on pre-made wooden frames from Michael's. Here's what you need to make the screens: -As many frames as the number of screens you are making. If not, a trip to Michael's craft store or Jo-Ann's Fabrics may be in order. You may have most of the things you need around the house. The first step is to assemble the tools and items you will need.
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