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An in-depth education for the aspiring letterpress printer

Makeready is a course that teaches the foundations (and beyond) of letterpress printing.

Using my experience from over 13 years behind the printing press, I will teach you all the tools and techniques you need to know to create beautiful art with letterpress.

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T I M E L I N E

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T I M E L I N E ~

When you purchase the course, you get instant, lifetime access to everything. You can watch and rewatch the videos whenever works best for you!

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What’s Inside the Course

Module 1: The Basics

You will gain a thorough understanding of letterpress and what it takes to become a printer. You’ll also get access to your course workbook, Makeready Facebook community, and digital flashcards for letterpress vocabulary!

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Module 2: Set Up Shop

We will cover different types of presses, exactly how to buy a letterpress, and everything you need to setup your ~dream~ print shop. You will also get lifetime access to the Letterpress Directory™!

Let's do it

Module 3: Pre-Press

This module will cover the various ways that you can print, how to design for letterpress, and how to order photopolymer plates.

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Module 4: Makeready

You will learn how to set up your press for printing. This includes locking up your form, registration, adding packing to get more impression, and adjusting your platen.

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Module 5: Let’s Get Inky

Learn how to custom mix ink using Pantone colors, what types of ink you need, how to ink your press, and make adjustments to get a clean & crisp print.

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Module 6: Maintenance

We’ll cover how to clean your press, save plates, oil & maintain your press, and how to replace your rollers.

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Module 7: Bonus Lessons

Now that you have mastered the basics, we will expand your knowledge. This includes a Vandercook walkthrough, printing multiple colors, troubleshooting tips, embossing, paper cutters, and more!

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My Story

I'm Sally, the owner of Sal Studios. I design and letterpress print wedding invitations, and I'm passionate about creating beautiful things with my hands.

Over 13 years ago, I walked into my first letterpress print shop. I was a sophomore in college studying Graphic Design, and I was going cross-eyed, staring at my computer screen designing all day. Letterpress was my great escape. It immediately felt like home.

I became the letterpress teaching assistant for the rest of my college years, and I loved educating my classmates about printing. Since then, I’ve sold my soul in corporate design jobs, interned at the renowned Hatch Show Print, and eventually took the leap and started my business 7 years ago.

After years of building my business and getting it to where it is today, I’m ecstatic to return to my original letterpress teaching days. I love to help others learn more about letterpress and see the creative and unique things every student creates.

I can’t wait to teach you too.

Things I love about letterpress

The tactile, beautiful impression it creates on paper

The ability to translate my digital designs into tangible creations with my own hands

The endless creative possibilities and freedom it provides me with as an artist

Ensuring perfect colors and timely completion by having complete control over my print jobs

The ability to offer my clients a wider range of printing options

Ready to get inky?

yes, please!

Helpful Blog Posts

The Best Letterpress for Beginners

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What is Letterpress?

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10 Things You can Make with Letterpress

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Which Letterpress to Buy

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Q & A

No, in fact, I recommend waiting to purchase a letterpress as the course will contain helpful information on what press might be the best fit for you. You’ll gain really helpful insight on how to buy a press as well!
No – The KSF3 is a foil printer requiring different setups, materials, and printing knowledge. This course will cover letterpress printing only. I plan to launch a foil printing course later this year!
Most of the course will be taught on the C&P Pilot, as I firmly believe it is the best letterpress to learn on. In the bonus content, I will also go over printing on the Vandercook!
The courses are taught in English. I will be adding subtitles to help for those that are willing to translate on their own.
The Letterpress Directory™ is my complete letterpress shop supply list, which includes everything you need to stock your shop. This list includes it all: from inks to papers to tools and much more, with direct links to purchase.
Video’s are available forever inside the course, so you can watch (and rewatch) the lessons whenever you want!
Absolutely! I will be teaching letterpress and it is an artform that can be used to create so many different things.
100%. If you look over the course modules above, you’ll see I cover all the basics for beginners in the first 6 modules. In the bonus content section, I’ll be sharing TONS of extra videos for those that are ready to go beyond the basics.
Yes! I’ll go over the different types of printing presses so that you can determine which is best for you. Then I’ll share my tips and resources on how to find equipment.
The course content will be available in mid-April. After signing up, you will get lifetime access to the course. You’ll also receive an email confirmation with helpful information to get started.
Send me an email and I’ll get back to you in 1-2 business days!