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Want the lowest-cost advertising going? Buy a sign.

May 1st, 2026 by

When it comes to long-lasting advertising, an effective, appealing sign is hard to beat. Compare it to the longevity of other types of… Read More

What’s it cost to produce this freestanding sign?

April 27th, 2026 by

We did this sign for a local family dairy farm. They provided the copy and said they wanted a picture of one of… Read More

How to capitalize on bad wraps

April 17th, 2026 by

I continually hear sign people lamenting about how bad the wrap market is in terms of the work being put out on the… Read More

Design Clinic: Storefront sign for a tailor

April 11th, 2026 by

Summer has arrived, and as I wheel past the typical strip malls I see plenty of signs similar to this example: A fascia… Read More

Custom graphics make a statement

April 3rd, 2026 by

In a world where there are loads of generic things—from hamburgers to graphics—there are still plenty of customers who value custom graphics. For… Read More

Design & Price: Semi graphics

March 27th, 2026 by

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

CNC routers speed production and open new markets

March 20th, 2026 by

CNC routers are a common production tool in more and more sign shops. Cutout letters, sign faces, 3D carving—all these and more are… Read More

What’s old is new again

March 13th, 2026 by

Building brands is always a fun, but very challenging exercise. We are blessed with clients who often give us a lot of creative… Read More

What’s it cost to produce these trailer graphics?

March 8th, 2026 by

I designed the logo for Campbell Concrete when they got started about five or six years ago, using a graphic with the look… Read More

Design Clinic: Directory for a retail center

February 27th, 2026 by

Whenever I drive by a directory sign like this, I can’t help but test myself. Can I understand any of the information at… Read More

Choosing paints and finishes

February 20th, 2026 by

Many signs, with the exception of printed graphics or substrates, get a painted finish on all or part of the sign. Knowing which… Read More

Design & Price: 3-by-24-ft. banner

February 13th, 2026 by

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