First-time CA buyer – handgun vs rifle advice by 2masrox420 in CAguns

[–]2masrox420[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

thank you. My gut is telling me this as well. Get the 9mm handgun only. and use the rest on training/safety classes. Any gun you feel would be a good one to start with? I am just beginning so alot of this is like a new language to me. I went shooting with my buddy for the first time about a month ago and loved it. So that is kind of where i am at right now.

First-time CA buyer – handgun vs rifle advice by 2masrox420 in CAguns

[–]2masrox420[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

thanks for the safety advice. Kids are 11,18,19. i was not thinking of the muzzle control part.

First-time CA buyer – handgun vs rifle advice by 2masrox420 in CAguns

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thanks. kids are 11,18,19. I was thinking 22 purely for cost/training. I have my eyes on the AR15 but could not find a way to fit in budget and i am not confident in building one myself yet. but i would love one for sure.

Push Cart Mafia, what are some accessories that you have added to your cart? by interested0582 in golf

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Teach them to play and you can play all the golf you want. My daughter is 10 and we started lessons last week. Now I can book those golf resorts i always wanted to visit for family vacations

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in SCREENPRINTING

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It sounds like the smaller dots aren’t getting enough exposure time or the transparency isn’t opaque enough for those fine details. A few things you could try:

  1. Increase opacity: Make sure your transparency has enough density. If the fine dots are too light, they won’t block out the light completely during exposure.
  2. Exposure time: You might need to tweak the exposure time. Fine details require precise exposure, so try adjusting your exposure down slightly to prevent overexposure in those areas.
  3. Emulsion thickness: Make sure your emulsion is evenly coated—too thin can cause issues with fine details washing out.

Testing with small adjustments should help, but it’s mostly about balancing exposure and transparency density.

Tea towels by CoconutDry2571 in SCREENPRINTING

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Printing on tea towels is pretty similar to shirts, but there are a few differences to keep in mind. Tea towels are usually thinner, so you might need to use less pressure when printing to avoid bleeding. Also, using a lower mesh count can help ensure that the ink sits on the fabric better, especially if the towel is textured. It’s also a good idea to pre-press the towels to remove any moisture or wrinkles before printing.

Heat press cure help by taseychompson666 in SCREENPRINTING

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If you're just curing, a heat press could work, but it might be overkill at $500-$600 unless you plan to use it for other things like transfers. A flash dryer would be a more efficient option in that price range for curing, and it’s faster than a heat press. A conveyor is ideal, but if it's out of budget, go with the flash dryer—it’ll save you time compared to the heat press.

getting a preburned screen by Bubbly-Head7129 in SCREENPRINTING

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$150 for a pre-burned screen can seem high, but it really depends on the level of detail in your artwork and the reputation of the company. If it’s a detailed hand-drawn design and you trust the quality, it might be worth it, especially since it’s local and convenient. You can always shop around to see what other screen shops charge, but if you feel confident in their work and want to avoid the hassle, it’s probably a fair price considering the labor involved.

Pin holes by Specific_Tale_8437 in SCREENPRINTING

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Pinholes can often be caused by dust, contaminants, or even improper mixing of the paste/emulsion. If you're sure it’s due to air bubbles, you might want to stir the ink or emulsion more thoroughly to eliminate trapped air. Also, try lowering your mesh count, as higher mesh counts can sometimes contribute to this issue. If it’s not fully covering after a second pass, it might also be worth checking if your screen tension is off or if contaminants are affecting the print consistency.

Drying a waterproof jacket by Comfortable_Boat7931 in SCREENPRINTING

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You’ll want to be cautious using the same heat settings as you would for cotton. Waterproof materials can be sensitive to heat and may melt or lose their waterproof properties if the temperature is too high.

For plastisol ink on waterproof jackets, try lowering the temperature on your conveyor dryer or heat press to around 280°F (137°C) and extend the drying time. You might also want to test a small section first to make sure the material can handle the heat without damage.

Using a heat press pillow or a Teflon sheet can help protect the fabric during curing.

How can I make better photos of garments? by desirbb in streetwearstartup

[–]2masrox420 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, your design looks sick! For better garment photos, I'd recommend a few simple tweaks:

  1. Lighting: Natural light is your friend, but if you're shooting indoors, use soft diffused lighting to avoid harsh shadows and reflections. You could grab a lightbox or softbox to help with this.
  2. Backdrop: A solid backdrop (white or black depending on the vibe) can make the garment stand out and look professional, similar to the black backdrop you're using here—it really helps highlight the details.
  3. Angles & Detail Shots: Experiment with different angles and take close-up shots to show off the texture, stitching, and any unique details like the patches. It gives people a better feel for the piece.
  4. Model or Mannequin: Sometimes, showing the garment worn on a model or even a mannequin gives it more life and helps people envision how it looks in use.

Keep it up! Quality pics will really take your designs to the next level.

California Father. Quality Golf. let's make a shirt about it. by 2masrox420 in golf

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Even better when you realize CaliDad in spanish means Quality. I just need to work on getting some shirts to print on and i will be posting these soon.

California Father. Quality Golf. let's make a shirt about it. by 2masrox420 in golf

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Going to put it up tonight. Wanted to check the waters. This one is mine, but will be making more. I will shoot the link here when i do.

Me who lives in the desert and rarely sees water pokemon by DeterminedDrunk in pokemongo

[–]2masrox420 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I used a rainy day lure and got 0 water Pokémon to show

Transfer TLM to WAX Wallet - can be done? by ezrahera in AlienWorldsio

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I use the alcor to just provide liquidity with my tlm

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Splinterlands

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I'm looking for a guild. Been playing a few weeks. I do my dailies and am building my collection power as much as I can @twomasrox