What’s it cost to produce these ten 18-by-24 site signs?

Often we have a client who wants a short run of site signs. We do them using the method you see here, particularly... Read More

Beyond signs: Selling advertising packages

When I first started my company, I thought that most small businesses needed much more than just lettering on their trucks or signs.... Read More

3 powerful ways to add even more dimension to your signs

One of the reasons I love the sign trade is I get bored quickly. This business has allowed me to constantly explore new... Read More

Revisiting five van layouts

A few weeks ago I was planning an addition to my scale model railroad, and I needed to move some boxes to clear... Read More

Design & Price: 3-by-5-ft. dimensional sign

In every issue, SignCraft gave a few sign makers an imaginary project. We asked them to do a sketch of the sign they... Read More

Putting the design first

Most small businesses don’t have a cohesive image or brand. Yet more and more often, they have to compete with chains and franchises... Read More

What’s it cost to produce this HDU hanging sign?

The wood-graining technique you see here is a quick and easy way to add extra dimension to signs on high-density urethane board. We... Read More

Help your clients brand their businesses

A brand is what people think and feel about a company, like “They’re professionals.” “They’re big.” “They know what they’re doing.” Or “Looks... Read More

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Tales from my early days in the sign business

Ahhh, the “Good ol’ days” B.C. (before computer)…. Who doesn’t remember them with fondness… or at least a small tear (from laughter) in... Read More

Cover photo: Navajo Cement – Bob Behounek

One of the tools Bob Behounek uses in his great-looking sign designs is the color wheel. It’s essential to a good understanding of... Read More

Cover photo: Robert Frost Footwear – Bruce Janssen

3D letters can add a lot to a sign, but a carved graphic or better yet, an actual sculpture, can really make a... Read More

Laying out the new shop

I started screen printing in 1984, and apprenticed in a sign shop in 1986, where I learned hand lettering and myriad other skills.... Read More

Cover photo: Back Porch Seafood House – Joe Paffoon

PVC board is a great material for sign making—for letters, sign panels, cabinets and even monument structures. It’s durable, easy to work with... Read More

Putting it together: The “Sprague Welcomes You” sign

There are loads of great ideas in the photos of outstanding signs on SignCraft.com. But what about the back story: How did the... Read More

Cover photo: Norfolk Electric – Randy Howe

Many customers choose a generic name for their businesses, but by the time they arrive at your shop, it’s too late to suggest... Read More

Make these easy freestanding event signs

For David Showalter [David Design, Bryan, Ohio] the first sign of spring is when customers start calling about getting a “show sign” for... Read More

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