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How to Run a T-Shirt Fundraiser (Pricing + Free Flyer)

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The T-Shirt Fundraiser Playbook The pitch, the math, and the free flyer that closes the deal Screen Printing 101  |  Business & Sales  |  Schools & Fundraisers If you've ever pitched a school on a t-shirt order, you already know the pitch that doesn't work: "We do great custom apparel, here's our catalog." Schools don't wake up wanting shirts. They wake up needing money, for the band trip, the new dugout, the robotics team's regional entry fee, etc... That one shift, from selling apparel to funding a goal, is the entire fundraiser pitch. This guide covers the real math, who actually says yes, when to show up, and a free flyer template you can hand to any booster club president or PTO treasurer this afternoon.   STEP 1 Stop Selling Shirts. Start Selling Money. Not "we use premium materials" (true, but forgettable). Not "we offer quick turnaround time" (nice, but not the hook). The hook is: this raises money, and here's exact...

Plastisol vs Water-Based inks

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  Plastisol vs. Water-Based Inks: Which Ink Is Right for Your Shop? Screen Printing 101    |    Inks & Materials    |    Beginner Friendly When you're just getting started in screen-printing one of the first decisions you'll face is choosing your ink. And when it comes down to it, there are two major players: plastisol and water-based. Both have a place in a well-run shop, but they behave very differently on press, on the garment, and in your workflow. In this post we're breaking both down, the pros, the cons, what to watch out for, and helping you figure out which one makes sense for the work you're doing. Plastisol Inks - The workhorse of Screen Printing Plastisol is the go-to ink for the majority of screen printers, and for good reason. It's reliable, forgiving, and incredibly easy to work with. Unlike water-based inks, plastisol doesn't dry on the screen, which means you can take your time on press without stressing about your mesh cl...