Stripes & Graphics: “Hot Rod Jen” Thomas
Some kids grow up around ballfields or horses. Others grow up on a lake or on a farm. Jennifer Thomas grew up around… Read More
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Tips & Tricks
Custom signs as gifts Do you like to make cool 3D signs, hand lettered or faux vintage signs? If you’re not already marketing… Read More
Signs We’ve Seen
We’d like to see your work! …or photos of signs you’ve seen. Email them today to signcraft@signcraft.com or mail to SignCraft, PO Box… Read More
Adding a CNC router
A CNC router has become an essential tool in many sign shops—cutting, drilling and carving projects of all sizes. Because they’re so versatile,… Read More
Design & Price: Graphics for a 16-ft. trailer
In every issue, SignCraft gives a few sign makers an imaginary project. We ask them to do a sketch of the sign they… Read More
Shop Trucks
Read this article and many more like it with a membership to SignCraft.Already a SignCraft.com Member? Click here to log in.- or -Join… Read More
It’s hard to beat a sign for value
When it comes to long-lasting advertising, a well-made sign is hard to beat. Compare it to the longevity of other types of ads…. Read More
6 easy ways to set your layouts apart
It should be easy to make signs that stand out from the crowd, right? Not really. All sorts of things get in the… Read More
Here’s how others price their signs
Last week we asked Trade Secrets readers to help us out with a survey to find out how sign shop owners price their… Read More
A professional, well-organized shop pays off
On the About Us page of the Brushstrokes Signs & Awnings website, www. brushstrokesigns.ca, there’s a heading that says “First Impressions Count!” Owners… Read More
Shop Trucks
Send us a photo of your shop truck today at signcraft@signcraft. com or to SignCraft, P.O. Box 60031, Fort Myers, FL 33906. Read… Read More
Tips & Tricks
Add age or texture to your vector sign design in Photoshop Want to age or add texture effects to your vector design in… Read More
Design & Price: Window graphics
In every issue, SignCraft gives a few sign makers an imaginary project. We ask them to do a sketch of the sign they… Read More
Letters
Shrinking banner prices Dear SignCraft, I participated in your banner survey [see the Online Exclusive article, Take a Look at What Others Charge… Read More
Profile: Dan Seese
Shop name: Dan Seese Studios Shop size: 550 sq. ft. Age: 64 Graphics equipment: Graphtec plotter FlexiSign software Online: www.danseesestudios.com I started doing… Read More
Stripes & Graphics: Michael Hall
Michael Hall grew up around cars. His dad had a hot rod and took Michael with him to race tracks. His dad was… Read More
Seven steps to succeeding at vehicle wraps
There’s no doubt about it. Well-executed vehicle wraps pack a lot of potential for high-impact advertising. They are also potentially quite profitable for… Read More
Profile: Barry Branscum
Shop name: Master’s Touch Designs Shop size: 2800 sq. ft. Age: 46 Graphics equipment: Roland VersaCAMM SP-300v 30 in. cutter EnduraLam 2 laminator… Read More
5 steps to more effective truck lettering
When it comes to sign design, vehicles are much more of a challenge since they must be read while they’re moving—and often by… Read More
Overcoming sticker shock when you quote a wrap
There’s no doubt about it. Well-executed vehicle wraps pack a lot of potential for high-impact advertising. They are also potentially quite profitable for… Read More
