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I have some questions for you guys experienced with paint mask and acrylic/latex type paints. I'm having issues with the mask taking some of the letter color off the base color (Also waterbased) when removing the mask. I've read it's better to peel while still wet, but what if you need 2...

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I have that model. Love it. It's older, but runs like a tank and makes very impressive cuts. I think I paid the same for just the cutter and stand. Sounds like a great deal.

See Ricks comment above on developing taste. I think that's where you're at right now. And remember, YOU are the professional. A big part of this business is learning to play that part and guide your customers in the right direction. Once you develop your taste and eye for good design, you...

Let me guess... The customer claims that this is their 'logo'

Great work Sidney. Just took a peek at your site too, very nice portfolio.

You can do it yourself.... http://www.signsofgold.com/publications_80_816203370.pdf

This is fantastic! Sure wish we would see more of this kind of stuff posted instead of printer problems.

You're only getting these customers because your prices are so low.

Sometimes it's easiest just to create your own with transparencies

Summa, Graphtec and Roland would all treat you well Tim. Even older models will be fine for your needs. I'm using an old Graphtec CE-2000, I'd guess at least 15-20 years old, but works great for my limited needs. Very accurate and never lets me down. I've also owned a couple of older roland...

I personally can't wait until the fad dies.

That turned out really nice Jill! I'm glad you snuck in the Gotham, love that font.

Here's a close up of the HDU....

You know, I'm not sure. I was given a bunch of scraps a couple years back and it was in the pile. Maybe it's older signfoam stock? Must be pretty lightweight, it's not even close to the 15lb Duna sample I have.

Vinyl stencils can make anyone looks good ;)

Thanks Bill. Seems like there isn't much left that can't be done by a computer controlled device. Trying to develop a unique skill so as not to have to have to worry about competing with all the other "sticker cutters" in town. Seems to be a dying skill, even more so than hand painting...

his isn't the best pic, still need to work on my photography skills. Going to try to get some better ones in a bit. Trying to teach myself to hand carve signs. I've also gotten some great help from Adrian Page on this. Learned a lot on this one, namely not to use crappy HDU. This stuff was...

And don't forget: #4: Will you be showing the draft to your friends, relatives, workmates, peers, dog etc to get their feedback for revisions?

This argument isn't logical. So do printers, embroiderers, screen printers, promotional product manufacturers etc. all have the responsibility to fix design flaws and make sure everything looks pretty to their eyes before production? They're in the wholesale business. The sign shop...