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How to Screen Print

By Lorain Blanken, About.com

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How to Screen Print: What You'll Need

How to Screen Print

Screen printing is easy for beginners.

Screen printing may sound complicated, but this easy at home method is a snap. Screen printing is a great way to print lots of shirts with the same design. Follow these step-by-step instructions and you'll be printing in no time.

    What you'll need
  • Embroidery hoop -Use one that is the right size for your design. They can be found at craft stores.
  • Gauzy curtain -Use a transparent curtain or a swatch of sheer fabric. Use one that has small holes for the best results.

  • Screen printing ink or black fabric paint -Both of these can be found at a craft store.
  • Mod Podge -This is a kind of . It can be found at any craft store or online.
  • Blank paper and watercolor paints
  • A small sponge brush
  • Design of your choice
  • T-shirt
  • Watercolor paint and paintbrush

Gather your supplies and let's get started.

Index: How to Screen Print

  1. How to Screen Print: What You'll Need
  2. Choose a Design
  3. Prepare Your Screen
  4. Trace the Design
  5. Add Mod Podge
  6. Print Your Shirt

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