Thanks guys!

Hi Folks,Great advice, but if the machine is in a basement or home, the three-phase could be very expensive; either more wiring from the pole, or a phase converter. You might try single-phase. I’ve run Kluges, C&P open and automatic and V36’s, all on single-phase motors. Some of the older motors are built for original equipment rpm control,…[Read more]

EARLY BIRD SPECIAL ends tonight so at check out use the code EARLYBIRD 😉

The cheapest, quickest, and kindest company I’ve found for dies is A&A in Atlanta! Good luck. 

When I’ve sent out files for film to make photopolymer plates I instruct the output bureau the line screen needed. There are tutorials on converting image files in Photoshop to halftones.

Does anyone know of a class that teaches the halftone technique?

No news yet, I still need to order plates to test, I want to try some different linescreen levels. I will update with a new photo filled blogpost and mention it here when I get the chance though!

Just replied to your email, Lise!

Hello, do you still have all three spools? Can you let me know if I can purchase all three please?Thanks very much.Lise

Hi Liz,Yes! I can ship to the UK for an additional cost. Let me know what you’re interested in, and I can get you an accurate shipping quote.Best,Kelly

Do you do any international shipping on boxes or coasters? (UK)thanks, liz

Sorry for the delay guys, posting today from Australia. (I had just finished printing a new tag – and its school holidays) Exciting!!!-Davina

How’s your experimenting going? 

Sold! (As of today.) Thanks for asking! I’ll delete this thread.

Is this still available?

Hi Pete, is this press still available?

Thanks for the input! I’m more curious than anything. I’m going to try some more experiments and I’ll get back with any questions should I discover anything new. 

Hi, Davina!  I’m using a variable speed controller with a 3hp motor, which is actually a little overkill for my 12×18. I couldn’t even tell you who makes the motor — you just want a 3-phase general purpose enclosed motor (2hp or higher, since getting the wheel started from low speed takes some torque), with a fan cooling system. The controller s…[Read more]

Are you asking about multiple colors and halftones or single colors and halftones? I just took a letterpress intensive last week and we talked some about halftone printing; I can always send my professor an email if you’d like. He’s got some experience with halftones and letterpress, even showing us a 4-color postcard he printed for an event. It…[Read more]