Hi Sara!

I’m so sorry–I’m just seeing your question : I don’t get over here that often.

I’m assuming that you figured out your question, but honestly, I would cut the sheet
metal as close to your bed as possible–I think–so your furniture, bases, etc…can be
nice and flush.

Still haven’t sold my press–hoping I will soon. If you know…[Read more]

Hi Danielle, One thing I forgot to mention is the terms. Generally, you would want to set a minimum amount ($150.00 is pretty standard) for the first order and take the payment via credit card right away. As you establish a relationship with the store you can let them start doing a Net 30. It’s important to keep track and send reminders if they…[Read more]

Basically what you will need is: 1. A Deck – a ‘shoebox’ (you can use a plastic shoebox-size box for your cards–Container Store is a good source). Generally reps want to see the cards grouped in categories (ie: birthday, anniversary, congratulations, etc…).  Each card should be packaged in a clear protective sleeve and you should have the i…[Read more]

I can send you a list of reps. I have a list from when I owned a greeting card line. It’s a very small world, so if a rep isn’t taking on new lines, they may be able to refer you to someone. We always preferred to work in independent reps.Email me 😉 

Definitely the Stationery Show and sales reps! At least to get things rolling… Don’t expect a huge amount of orders from the show, but hopefully, if you attract a few key stores, sales reps will want to rep you…Good Luck!

I would inspect your wood mounted mag plates…  

Laura,  What kind of plates are you using? Are you sure they are perfectly even? I was having this issue recently (I use magnesium plates) and realized the plate was warped because the wood sliver underneath was warped). When I used my other plates, everything printed perfectly fine, so it confirmed that my roller height was okay and my i…[Read more]

At a quick glance, this looks like an over inking issue. Living in a humid climate is actually a good thing for printing. It opens the paper in a way that actually gives a nice pillowy impression.I would try taking a bit of ink off and try that first. Good luck!xo, Dee 

I was having the same issue and it sounds like you may need to check to be absolutely sure that your platen is perfectly even/parallel to the chase (as a whole). Take the time to test all four corners. Take similar plates, put them in each corner and you will see where you need to adjust. Make sure to have someone there to help you and be…[Read more]

Sarah! Thank you for such a nice response! I so much appreciate it as I am I’m working up the nerve to color the edges of my latest job this weekend. I experimented over last weekend and so far, I like your method best. I have considered using an airbrush, which I think would work well, but I like the idea of using the same mixed ink for the e…[Read more]

Hi Sarah,  Do you use any kind of matte medium first? Also, do you use a specific kind of wax?Thank you so much for posting this. I’m going to give it a shot… xo, Dee PS. The invitations that you’ve shown are just beautiful… 🙂