Ladies of Letterpress | Dee | Activity https://ladiesofletterpress.com/members/christendeecutrona/activity/ Activity feed for Dee. Fri, 20 Mar 2026 21:54:16 -0400 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-US 30 hourly 2 373bedd707aac61311509f43146fbee0 Dee replied to the topic For Sale: Challenge Proof Press 15GP in the forum Classifieds https://ladiesofletterpress.com/forums/topic/for-sale-challenge-proof-press-15gp/#post-7414 Wed, 14 Nov 2018 17:27:42 -0500 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]

]]> dc82507cd15de9a98d7ae4f914938ac4 Dee started the topic For Sale: Challenge Proof Press 15GP in the forum Classifieds https://ladiesofletterpress.com/forums/topic/for-sale-challenge-proof-press-15gp/ Thu, 19 Jul 2018 00:12:59 -0400 I’m moving my studio and don’t have room to keep my press.

Asking: $4500.00

Includes original adjustable form clamp to adjust for longer or shorter forms.
Motorized inking system. The bed moves back and forth as the cylinder rotates so the press operator stays stationary.

Email me for images at info@maudepress.com

SPECS:
Maximum Form Size:…[Read more]

]]> 0d81ad4aac6da810012c9ee0281078ef Dee replied to the topic Wholesale + how to display your work when meeting with stores. in the forum Business Matters https://ladiesofletterpress.com/topic/wholesale-how-to-display-your-work-when-meeting-with-stores/#post-3063 Sun, 01 Apr 2012 16:54:50 -0400 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]

]]> b906ad651b9aa2e23996481af2d5bb90 Dee replied to the topic Wholesale + how to display your work when meeting with stores. in the forum Business Matters https://ladiesofletterpress.com/topic/wholesale-how-to-display-your-work-when-meeting-with-stores/#post-3064 Sun, 01 Apr 2012 05:45:30 -0400 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]

]]> a977a147bde95a6e4bcc3cf2e6d653ea Dee replied to the topic selling cards in the forum Business Matters https://ladiesofletterpress.com/topic/selling-cards/#post-2940 Wed, 07 Dec 2011 22:11:41 -0500 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 😉 

]]> eb885c608a9396dbb3c26b326b528e9c Dee replied to the topic selling cards in the forum Business Matters https://ladiesofletterpress.com/topic/selling-cards/#post-2937 Wed, 07 Dec 2011 07:30:30 -0500 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!

]]> febb8d1bf758286e6dbba451e5784484 Dee replied to the topic Ink disappears and reappears on C&P in the forum Press Troubleshooting, Tips, and Help https://ladiesofletterpress.com/topic/ink-disappears-and-reappears-on-c-and-p/#post-2954 Sun, 20 Nov 2011 04:13:56 -0500 I would inspect your wood mounted mag plates…  

]]> e36abba37b0b2dcf7c094636b1ce8d79 Dee replied to the topic Ink disappears and reappears on C&P in the forum Press Troubleshooting, Tips, and Help https://ladiesofletterpress.com/topic/ink-disappears-and-reappears-on-c-and-p/#post-2953 Sat, 19 Nov 2011 01:42:37 -0500 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]

]]> 551f98525ed6f4a5f16e7f0a319a650c Dee replied to the topic Ink bleeding slightly... how to ensure a crisp print? in the forum Press Troubleshooting, Tips, and Help https://ladiesofletterpress.com/topic/ink-bleeding-slightly-how-to-ensure-a-crisp-print/#post-2658 Mon, 14 Nov 2011 04:59:27 -0500 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 

]]> 861b0f6c6e706e446e7a4cd382a893f7 Dee replied to the topic Ink disappears and reappears on C&P in the forum Press Troubleshooting, Tips, and Help https://ladiesofletterpress.com/topic/ink-disappears-and-reappears-on-c-and-p/#post-2943 Mon, 14 Nov 2011 04:39:29 -0500 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]

]]> d4edfdcaee586408def0234e95629742 Dee replied to the topic Edge Painting? in the forum Supplies and Sources https://ladiesofletterpress.com/topic/edge-painting/#post-2726 Fri, 09 Sep 2011 16:24:44 -0400 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]

]]> fcb7fcb0133699400e785b7bbc0de345 Dee replied to the topic Edge Painting? in the forum Supplies and Sources https://ladiesofletterpress.com/topic/edge-painting/#post-2723 Sun, 04 Sep 2011 22:30:51 -0400 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… 🙂  

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