Hi Mary,I have all of my dies made – that way you know exactly what shape to expect. There are lots of different diemaking companies out there (I use Atlas), just find one near you and call them. They’ll want to know your type height (usually 0.918″) and if you want a crease line, stuff like that. Then you just send them an eps file, the same as…[Read more]

Awesome! I figured it would require a call, but glad for the advice on what to ask about.. thanks so much!

Hi Heidi,Deirdre gives great advice. I would also think about what kind of printer you wanted to be: commercial/production (printing others’ designs), wholesale/retail (printing your own designs for resale on Etsy or elsewhere), or a combination of the two (designing and printing your own invitation line, for example). Do you want to be a…[Read more]

I believe your question is best served by contacting your insurance agent; coverage can vary bytwo (2) imortant things:  1) The policy (conditions) of your insurance company                                       2) The coverage YOU have placed with that companyMaybe (MAYBE) your insurance company would provide coverage for your printing equi…[Read more]

Hey Heidi!  I’m in the exact same boat as you and am really excited to hear what the other Ladies of Letterpress have to say.  I’m not sure that I’ll be much help, but here are a few places I’m starting:

• Develop a business plan to help focus your company goals.  I went to the Small Business Administration website and found a template here: http://ww…

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Same here. 🙂 Can you send pic?

I’d be interested in seeing your photo as well! If you wouldn’t mind passing it along:) 

Hi Alexis, I am in your neighborhood in Suwanee, Georgia. If your friend is still wanting letterpress things please feel free to pass along my information.Hallie CantlebaryTickled Ginger Creativetickledginger@gmail.com

Thanks for the info Val– Unfortunately owner is selling to highest bidder and I just don’t have $7,000. ( not including moving the press)..Really wish I did!

Hallie: If you’re still looking, there’s a nice-looking 4 available in MD. Might be worth the trip!!http://vandercookpress.info/vanderblog/2011/10/vandercook-4-for-sale-in-md/ tell Preston that Val sent you 🙂  

Hi Ondine! I always print on oversize press sheets when bleeds are involved, and trim down to final afterward. Allow an 1/8″ bleed and print with crop marks (offset the crop marks to avoid entering the live art area). This is standard practice in print. HTH, Lars.  

Hi Alexis,  I’d be happy to share more information about my shop & pricing.  If you still need a printer, please email me atshaunarue@purpleinkpress.com.Thanks!Shauna  

I’d also like to see the picture of the homemade pin as well.  Thanks!

The updated FINAL signup roster is as follows:January – Fluid InkFebruary – Ladybug PressMarch – Ren, Make Things WorkshopApril – Ladybug PressMay – Akemi NishideraJune – nadiaJuly – Pink Orchid PressAugust – Ren, Make Things WorkshopSeptember – Bascule PressOctober – Quizzical PressNovember – nadiaDecember – Pink Orchid Press let me know if…[Read more]

Hi Alexis. I’d be happy to help if you let me know what you need. You can send an email to colleen@cleanwashletterpress.com. Colleen

You can pay when you send your submissions!And Nadia you can have November, then I will just take April. Angela

You can use a rag slightly dampened with mineral spirits if they’re really grimy, just don’t saturate them and be sure to wipe off any excess when you’re done. Likely they’ll have a patina, that’s part of their charm!