Laser at work: Using HDU board
June 22nd, 2016 by Doug BergstromOne of the interesting things we do with our laser is cut letters and graphics from high density urethane board. We’ve found that… Read More
Design Clinic: Illuminated sign for a vet clinic
June 22nd, 2016 by Bob BehounekSign layouts like this example seem to become more common with each passing day. What scenario could have led to this small animal hospital sign? With… Read More
R&S Lines: 25 years of unique fleet graphics
April 25th, 2016 by Todd HansonFor those of you who have followed my career through SignCraft, you are probably familiar with the semis I do for R &… Read More
Mockups sell designs
February 23rd, 2016 by Dan AntonelliMore tips to help you get the logo approved Communication: Have conversations up front about who their new logo should be targeting. Find… Read More
Profile: Jeff Wisdom
November 2nd, 2015 by signcraftShop name: Oregon Signworks Shop size: 1100 sq. ft. Age: 58 Graphics equipment: Summa plotter CorelDraw Online: www.oregonsignworks.com I began my career in… Read More
What’s it cost to produce these 3-by-3-ft. sandblasted signs?
November 2nd, 2015 by Braun BleamerMaterials: 4×10 ft. sheet of SignFoam HDU board – $410 Sandblast mask – $75 Clear coat – $125 Paint and misc – $75… Read More
Phil Swain
October 20th, 2015 by signcraftShop name:Fine Signs Shop size: 3600 sq. ft. Age: 59 Graphics equipment: Roland Soljet Pro 4 XR-640 printer Mutoh SC-550 cutter Sign Lab,… Read More
Design & Price: 4-by-8 sign
October 20th, 2015 by signcraftIn every issue, SignCraft gives a few sign makers an imaginary project. We ask them to do a sketch of the sign they… Read More
Phase one of a mini golf attraction
October 19th, 2015 by Dan SawatzkyAlmost five years ago a fellow from Trinidad disembarked from a cruise ship in Vancouver, British Columbia, flagged a taxi, jumped in and… Read More
“What kind of signs do you make?”
October 19th, 2015 by Cam SauderIt’s a question we are frequently asked. I’m sure you’ve heard it, too. Another popular variation of it is, “What exactly is it… Read More
Flat signs can deliver a dimensional look
October 19th, 2015 by Braun BleamerUsually when a customer comes into the shop, it’s because they’ve seen some of my dimensional work out in the field and they… Read More
