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lead type oxidisation
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I am working with lead moveable type and although its clean, when I print with light colors the oxidization effects the colours. Is there a way around this or is it just a given?RegardsDavinaContinue

Started this discussion. Last reply by davina farinola Jan 12.

adjusting C&P OS platen
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OK, so I may be missing something but I need to level the platen. I know how to do this but what I cant work out is how to access the bottom adjustment nuts! Any hints or is it just a case of…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by davina farinola Nov 1, 2012.

neon /flurescent

Any one tried printing with fluro / neon inks on cotton paper or kraft brown recycled? I was wondering if it was effective or if it turns out kind of dull like metallic on cotton paper.Continue

Started Jul 5, 2012

what to do with wedding text plates
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Hi all, have a client asking what I do with her plates once finished printing. I was planning on re-using plates on other designs to increase my non-existent- wedding stationery portfolio. what do…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Catherine Paquin Jul 5, 2012.

 

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davina farinola replied to Barbara Haugen's discussion Birthday card swap?
"Hi Angela, My email is design@fluidink.com.au Thanks heaps and cant wait."
Apr 26
davina farinola replied to Barbara Haugen's discussion Birthday card swap?
"Hopefully you have mine by now!"
Feb 2
davina farinola replied to davina farinola's discussion lead type oxidisation
"Both very good tips thank you so much!"
Jan 12
Jen Starshaped replied to davina farinola's discussion lead type oxidisation
"Are you mixing your color with opaque or transparent white ink? This is often a problem with an opaque base, so if you can mix to your PMS swatches with transparent instead, that will take care of it. Otherwise, allow for a large overrun in each…"
Jan 12
Marjorie Wilser replied to davina farinola's discussion lead type oxidisation
"Davina, I can't see how even oxidized type could change ink colors. I believe it's more likely that the type was insufficiently cleaned before its next use with a light color. What cleaning agents are you using? Is it possible that ink…"
Jan 10
davina farinola posted a discussion

lead type oxidisation

I am working with lead moveable type and although its clean, when I print with light colors the oxidization effects the colours. Is there a way around this or is it just a given?RegardsDavinaSee More
Dec 19, 2012
davina farinola replied to Hartford Prints!'s discussion Question for the Ladies Regarding Aprons!
"I have same problem, the square bit across the top is always gaping.  I found an awesome on on Etsy from misohappi http://www.etsy.com/shop/misohappi?ref=seller_info. It had a gathered neckline (Pic attached) I love it! Although its a tad dirty…"
Dec 19, 2012
davina farinola replied to davina farinola's discussion adjusting C&P OS platen
"Ahh yes, contortion works a treat. My head hurt trying to work out which way to turn!"
Nov 1, 2012
Patti Montgomery replied to davina farinola's discussion adjusting C&P OS platen
"Contortion, it's the only way to go. Do you have a set of impression blocks? I found that these were the only thing that allowed me to get the consistency I needed. Can't remember where I got them now."
Oct 31, 2012
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Oct 31, 2012
davina farinola posted a discussion

adjusting C&P OS platen

OK, so I may be missing something but I need to level the platen. I know how to do this but what I cant work out is how to access the bottom adjustment nuts! Any hints or is it just a case of contortion?See More
Oct 23, 2012
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Oct 10, 2012
davina farinola replied to Barbara Haugen's discussion Birthday card swap?
"I'm assuming its 3 different cards per person?..."
Oct 10, 2012
davina farinola replied to Barbara Haugen's discussion Birthday card swap?
"count me in please. "
Aug 29, 2012
davina farinola replied to Sharon Braun Hutton's discussion Gluing photo on a printed card..
"I use Balune tape. Its a roll on double sided tape. Works a treat on standard card stock seem sok on cotton but test first."
Aug 21, 2012
davina farinola replied to Barbara Haugen's discussion Birthday card swap?
"Mine will either be square 10x10cm or c6 10.5x 14.8cm with envelopes it depends on my mood and what I have new to make!"
Aug 15, 2012

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Make/model of press(es)?
Fluid Ink
Press or Business Name
www.fluidink.com.au, www.miniink.com.au
Website:
http://6 months
Printing for How Long?
Golding Pearl #3
Services Offered in Addition to Letterpress?
Graphic design. Birth announcements and baby photo cards small biz.
Apprentices or Interns Welcome?
Not Yet
About Me:
Have run home based business designing and producing baby photo cards for 5 years (Mini Ink). Have always loved vintage machinery. I owned and restored a 1959 Austin Lancer car in my wild youth. Love that I have found something that merges the 2! and even better that there are other ladies out there with the same inkling! (no pun intended)

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At 1:10pm on September 30, 2011, Andrea Jenson said…

Hi Davina!

 

I have a Golding Pearl #3 too and I just love her! Good luck to you in your printing ventures. I am sure you are having lots of fun!

 

Andrea

At 2:08am on May 24, 2011, Susanne Elliott said…
:-)  I know I thought the same when I saw where you were from!
 
 
 

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