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MASTERING THE ART OF SCREEN PRINTING ON STRETCHY FABRICS

We get it – sometimes, you need to print on fabrics that have a little more give. Think leggings, jerseys, athletic wear, and all things stretchy. These garments often contain Spandex or Lycra, making them ultra-stretchy. But how can you ensure your prints stand up to the stretch? Well, that's where FN-INK™ Stretch comes to the rescue. Let's dive into everything you need to know about printing on Spandex and Spandex-blended fabrics.

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How FN-INK Plastisol Ink Powers HisWay Press or Print

FN-INK is a low-cure, creamy, easy-to-use plastisol ink for printers of all types. But don’t take our word for it. Hisway Press or Print uses FN-INK in their screen print shop. We asked them a few questions about their experience with the ink. Here’s what they had to say.

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8 SPECIAL EFFECTS SCREEN PRINTING INKS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT

You've come up with a killer t-shirt design. It's edgy, creative, and eye-catching. You can't wait to print it, but when you look at your ink shelf, your heart drops a little. You don't have a screen printing ink that's going to bring that art to life. You need something special. That's where special effects inks come in. They're designed to make prints sparkle, shimmer, shine, stretch, puff, and so much more. Check out these eight special effects inks and see where your imagination takes you. SPARKLE WITH FN-INK METALLIC GOLD Who doesn’t love gold? Make a print look like a million bucks with FN-INK Metallic Gold. The ink is stock full of golden flakes, sparkling and glittering when a flash...

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