Show signs for cars and bikes
October 18th, 2024 by Bob BehounekWhen one of the first indoor shopping malls in my area opened in the late 1960s, it brought in many stores from other… Read More
Design & Price: 4-by-16 overlaid plywood sign
October 4th, 2024 by signcraftIn every issue, SignCraft gave a few sign makers an imaginary project. We asked them to do a sketch of the sign they… Read More
Don’t just sell the sign, sell an advertising package
September 27th, 2024 by Braun BleamerI am not a salesman. I don’t want to be. But I do believe in getting my customers the most bang for their… Read More
Design & Price: Box truck graphics
September 20th, 2024 by signcraftIn every issue, SignCraft gave a few sign makers an imaginary project. We asked them to do a sketch of the sign they… Read More
What’s it cost to produce this freestanding sign?
September 13th, 2024 by Chris LoveladyThis historic building went through an extensive remodel before the new owners contacted us about a sign. The building was originally a single-family… Read More
Download these work order forms to save time and minimize hassles
September 9th, 2024 by signcraftA sign shop is a busy place where it’s very true that “the devil is in the details.” One of the reasons money… Read More
Proper shading enhances typography and improves legibility
September 6th, 2024 by Dan AntonelliI’m often amazed at certain uses of drop shadows that I see on logos and lettering jobs. So many seem to miss the… Read More
Signs from a Thai paradise
August 30th, 2024 by signcraftAbout 20 years ago, Rob Cooper went rock climbing on the island of Koh Tao, Thailand. He never came back. The lifestyle of… Read More
Design & Price: Pickup door lettering
August 23rd, 2024 by signcraftIn every issue, SignCraft gave a few sign makers an imaginary project. We asked them to do a sketch of the sign they… Read More
Use design to set your work apart from the crowd
August 16th, 2024 by Bob BehounekThere are so many businesses on every street of every town. Thousands of vehicles zip down the streets and highways. There’s signage in… Read More
