Finding your pinstriping style
October 30th, 2020 by Todd HansonHow did you find your pinstriping style? Is it based on the old Von Dutch traditional pinstriping? Is it based on the style… Read More
Put Photoshop’s scrubby sliders to work
October 30th, 2020 by Mike JacksonThere is seldom a day I use Photoshop that I don’t take advantage of the many “Scrubby sliders” scattered throughout the program. They… Read More
Adding a benchtop CNC router
October 30th, 2020 by Dennis StanworthI recently purchased a small benchtop CNC router for my shop. I often need to have letters cut or a small background panel… Read More
Save those good ideas for later
October 30th, 2020 by Dan SawatzkyAbout fifteen years ago we first came up with the idea to create a submersible-shaped feature like the famed Okanagan Lake monster named… Read More
Looking back on my 25 years with SignCraft
October 30th, 2020 by Dan AntonelliIt was with great sadness that I learned that this issue of SignCraft would be the last printed version produced. Although I knew… Read More
What’s it cost to make this hand-lettered plaque?
October 30th, 2020 by Ralph ToewsMaterials: 2 sq. ft. cedar for the 20-by-16-in. blank: $15 CDN One-half liter of Sansin exterior stain: $15 CDN Misc. sandpaper, One Shot… Read More
My pinstriping roots
October 30th, 2020 by Bob BehounekThe magic year was 1969, a time filled with anticipation as I began my apprenticeship in the sign industry. Outside of pizza, hot… Read More
CNC routers mean new opportunities
August 29th, 2020 by signcraftSourcelist These companies offer products for CNC sign production and reach sign pros through SignCraft: CNC equipment AXYZ CAMaster Industries Gerber Scientific Products… Read More
6 steps to better pinstriping designs
January 2nd, 2018 by Todd HansonWhat really makes a good design in pinstriping? Have you ever tried to break it down and see why certain designs work better… Read More
6 tips for success with architectural letters
August 28th, 2017 by signcraftSourcelist: Architectural letters ARK Ramos: www.arkramos.com Gemini Sign Products: www.geminisignproducts.com Metal Arts: www.mtlarts.com Steel Arts: www.steelartco.com When longevity and durability matter, architectural letters… Read More
6 steps to adding a laser
January 5th, 2016 by signcraftSource list: Laser engraving/cutting equipment Acsys Laser: www.acsyslaser.com Epilog Laser: www.epiloglaser.com Gravograph: www.gravograph.com Trotec Laser: www.troteclaser.com Universal Laser Systems: www.ulsinc.com Vision Engravers: www.visionengravers.com… Read More
20 years, 20 tips
July 8th, 2015 by Dan AntonelliTwenty years ago I officially registered my business, opened a business checking account, bought some paint and a plotter, and started my company…. Read More
