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Old April 3rd, 2009 Apr 3, 2009 10:35:09 AM -   #1 (permalink)
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I hope I'm placing this in the best/appropriate location since I'm working with inkjet paper only...

I was hoping to list my grouping of products either already purchased as well as those planned to be purchased this weekend. I'm hoping I have covered all of my bases to begin this process as it is brand new to me. I may be leaving out a few details necessary to answer my questions but, I will do my best.

My goal is to produce images on my epson ink jet printer with both light & dark Ironall paper, use my Roland GX-24 to cut them out & use a Phoenix auto open heat press


Items I have or will receive:

Epson Printer
Epson Durabrite Ink
Light Ironall Paper
Dark Ironall Paper
Roland GX-24
Phoenix auto-open heat press
100% Cotton t-shirts
50/50 blend t-shirts

Have I missed anything necessary to make my first run? Are there additional pieces that would help me either get started or continue?

Thanks so much for not only your replies but great information and helpfulness on this site!

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Old April 3rd, 2009 Apr 3, 2009 11:11:11 AM -   #2 (permalink)
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I think I would have started with JPSS for light then "Light Ironall Paper"..

last time I used ironall it flake and I had to clean out the printer becouse of this but this could have been fixed by now ...
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I think I would have started with JPSS for light then "Light Ironall Paper"..
I suppose this is where I am still confused regarding the variety of names etc for JPSS which is what I want. I have not ordered so I'll have to clarify...

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You can still use the ironall light paper just check and see if it flakes if it does then I would not put in printer..
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You can still use the ironall light paper just check and see if it flakes if it does then I would not put in printer..
I'm definitely going to try the JPSS for lights. Does everything else look appropriate?

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Default Re: What am I missing?

I would all so get some cheap shirts and note pad and try some pressing and keep notes this way you will find the best way to get good printed shirt for your self....

we are here to give information then you take what you need and come up with best way for you....

when I first started I get 100 shirts and played with them then I gave them out to friends and find that I was on my way LOL.....
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Default Re: What am I missing?

The list looks good, especially if you at least try the JPSS along with the Ironall Light. JPSS/JetPRo Sofstretch really doesn't have a variety of names like Ironall light and dark does. The only variation that I know of - at this time - of the JPSS name is JetPro by New Milford Photo.

Incidentals I might add are:

*Teflon sheet to protect the upper platen, or...
*Parchment paper to do the same thing. Parchment also makes for a nice smooth finish on the JPSS when pressed a second time.
*A sticky lint roller (to remove the pesky red or blue fibers on the t fabric that make their way into the finished image. On a white shirt, it can ruin a transfer, imo.)
*A teflon pad that installs on the lower platen, to keep it clean and help the rubber pad extend it's life.
*a mouse pad or two, to raise imprint areas up over buttons or seams, when needed.
*Magic eraser to keep the telfon clean if you go with teflon.

Note: some folks report that the Ironall Dark is hard to get thru a cutter/plotter bc of its stretchy qualities. There is a post on the forum that someone made telling the settings when they finally got it to work. If you have trouble, that post may help you out.

Some people use JetOPAQUE dark paper instead of Ironall Dark when they want to use a cutter and can't get the Ironall Dark to work. I just wanted to make a note of that to you, if you find yourself in that position later on.

Here are some links if you need them:

Heat pressing step by step:
http://www.t-shirtforums.com/inkjet-...38.html#415638


How to use parchment paper to get a smoother finish on JPSS:
http://www.t-shirtforums.com/heat-pr...46.html#412946

Good luck to you.
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Default Re: What am I missing?

Thanks for the great information and thoughts Kelly! I appreciate all of the information you have shared throughout this site as it has been very helpful!

Cheers ~ Rob
 
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