Each entry will be given 10 points each for the 5 different rating factors (for a total 50 points max):
First Impressions - is the print "display ready" without pretreat stains and heat press squares
Sharpness of Detail in the print
Softness of Hand on the print
Print accuracy - (registration, trapping, no banding, even ink distribution)
Washability - how does the print hold up after the initial wash?
This post covers the first 4 factors with photos. The wash tests will be done over the next few days.
FI: 9
SOD: 7
SOH: 8
PA: 8
Total Before Wash: 32
Some things I looked for specifically in each entry:
First Impressions - is the print "display ready" without pretreat stains and heat press squares
Sharpness of Detail in the print
Softness of Hand on the print
Print accuracy - (registration, trapping, no banding, even ink distribution)
Washability - how does the print hold up after the initial wash?
This post covers the first 4 factors with photos. The wash tests will be done over the next few days.
FI: 9
SOD: 7
SOH: 8
PA: 8
Total Before Wash: 32
Some things I looked for specifically in each entry:
- My initial reaction of pulling the t-shirt out of the box. Was I wowed or dissappointed right off the bat?
- How well the white underbase was trapped on the front print? Are there any white ink highlights peeking through (there shouldn't be any)
- Evidence of pretreatment? Could I tell right off where the pretreat "square" was? Most entries actually did pretty well at this
- Ink coverage on the back print. Lots more solid color areas on the back. Were the colors smooth or splotchy looking?
- Color and fades in the back design? How well were the color variations handled?
- How did the print feel overall? Could I tell where the t-shirt stopped and the ink of the design started? Did the print feel heavy or barely noticeable