Traditionally, the students design a front image (usually as part of the Creative Arts Curriculum or an in-school competition) and we transfer this image onto the screen for printing.
On the back of the t-shirt is a list of names, whether arranged neatly or randomly placed, signifying the students who completed the year. The teachers usually get a look in - whether comically or serious - with the year and the class name.
Different schools choose to emphasis different aspects of the year group but the most popular has easily been the "We're out of here" theme. That is, "Let's kiss this school goodbye and move forward to the future" - more or less!
I don't think the creativity of the design is what matters, nor what order the names are in - it is simply that you can get a t-shirt to signify the completion of one part of your life - something to say, "That's right, I've made it... and I got this t-shirt!"
R U 2Kool4Skool?
Labels: 2kool4skool, Catalogues, Promotion, Screen printing
0 Comments Published by Jess, Zulu Warrior on Wednesday, August 20, 2008 at 9:39 PM.
Are you 2 kool 4 skool?
Yes, I know how to spell - I am referring to our latest promotion for school leavers. Or rather for the tireless teachers who need to do the leg work for the school leavers.
More often then not, teachers have to chase up the end-of-year jerseys or jumpers because sometimes things get out of hand. Here at Zulu, we want to make things as easy as possible.
We have online catalogues and online prices. Why not save your time hunting someone down and then waiting for a response by using our online services for free, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Or just let your students look for themselves by giving them our link. It is virtual simplicity!
Labels: 2kool4skool, Promotion, Quality, Screen printing, Website Updates
0 Comments Published by Jess, Zulu Warrior on Tuesday, August 19, 2008 at 4:36 PM.
Zulu Graphics has been nominated for a local business award under the category "Specialised Business" in the Hunter Region!!!
Why not vote for us now and go in the draw to win a 10MP camera - and it is all online these days.
Go to www.thebusinessawards.com
Choose Awards Area - Metropolitan - Hunter
Fill in your details (so you can grab a camera) and then choose a category.
NB: Zulu is under Specialised Business
Choose the business by clicking the radio button next to it
NB: Zulu was last on the list when I checked
Click submit.
And don't forget to verify your vote by clicking on the link in the email.
Your support is much appreciated and our thanks goes to all those who have voted already.
Labels: Best Screen Printer in Newcastle, Local Business Awards, Press, Promotion, Screen printing
0 Comments Published by Jess, Zulu Warrior on Tuesday, June 24, 2008 at 4:07 AM.
23rd April, 2008
I have been asked on numerous times - why do you think Zulu Graphics is the best screen printer in Newcastle? I have decided to set you, our consumers, a challenge. Find me a better screen printer in Newcastle and I will relinquish our title.
First Challenge - Basic Printing Skills
At Zulu Graphics we take pride in our screen printing; it isn't about the money, it is about achieving our high standards on every job.
Firstly, we watch our coating.
What does this mean? Basically, when you screen print something you generally give it one or two coats. If we simply wanted to make money and did not care about the screen print quality, we could always do one coat of ink. But one coat isn't enough - particularly on dark garments. If you are screen printing a light colour onto a dark garment (say white ink on black t-shirts) one coat most commonly results in the print appearing "faded". This is good if you are trying to achieve that vintage look but if you aren't, you will be as disappointed with the one coat as we are. We prefer to keep our customers happy.
Secondly, we know our inks.
As in any job, there are certain things you learn while you work. Having been in the screen printing industry for 22 years now, we have learnt alot. Perhaps the most important thing is using the correct ink for the material. There are two basic types of ink: water-based and plastisol. Certain fabrics allow for a better screen print according to the type of ink you use. Whilst plastisol is more expensive, in some cases water-based just isn't sufficent. Unlike other screen printers, we do not charge extra according to the type of ink used, we charge only according to quality. To adhere to our high standards of screen printing, we make careful and informed decisions about the type of ink we use on your job and as such achieve the best results.
Unsure about whether your current screen printer knows their inks? Or think your print has too few coats?
Don't be afriad to ask. If you are unsatisfied with the answer, come and talk to me.
I will prove, over the next week, that Zulu Graphics is the best screen printer in Newcastle.
Bring on any contenders!
Labels: Best Screen Printer in Newcastle, Challenge, Promotion, Screen printing
1 Comments Published by Jess, Zulu Warrior on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 at 3:24 AM.
By Jess
Thursday, 17th April, 2008
Day 4 - Washed and Worn
After washing this polo, whom I have affectionately nicknamed Sunny, I have found that after a good wash (and I washed it with the rest of our washing, in a machine) it is much more comfortable. In fact, it is as comfortable as a t-shirt (except for the buttons at the collar).
Interesting Fact: The most common colour combination bought in hi vis polos at Zulu Graphics is the lime / navy short sleeve. Landscapers prefer to get the lime/bottle, whilst mechanics purchase the orange / navy.
Interesting Fact: The most common print combination is a small left chest print and a full back print and most commonly these prints are in the contrast colour (the colour of the front panel).
Innovation: Tomorrow is high-five-a-hi-vis-guy day; if you see anyone wearing hi vis, I challenge you to high five them and tell them how good a job they are doing. Be sincere and make that person's day!
Tomorrow I will investigate how screen printing works on hi vis (in particular, JB's Dri 100% polyester polos).
From Sunny and I - Goodbye.
Labels: Blinded by the Bright, Hi Vis Polos, Promotion, Test, Workwear
0 Comments Published by Jess, Zulu Warrior on Thursday, April 17, 2008 at 1:08 AM.
By Jess
Monday, 14th April, 2008
Day 1 - Unwashed.
I have worn the hi vis polo all day; unwashed. My first impression is: wash before you wear.
It is a little stiff and uncomfortable; I will wash it tonight and hopefully the feel of the shirt will change.
Interesting fact: I chose to go with lime and royal for colour combinations as I have never sold one before (and frankly, they are very bright!). To my surprise, when I filled up with petrol this morning there were two men there also wearing the lime and royal hi vis. What are the chances!
Also, I went for my morning walk in this polo (to test its ability to quickly evaporate sweat - what the JB's Dri material does) and am unable to report any findings; it was so cold this morning I think my sweat turned to icicles. I will try again tomorrow morning.
Good deal: We are running a promotion for the next two weeks where you can buy 20 hi vis polos, just like the one I'm wearing, with a one colour print for only $20 including GST per garment. Bargain! Feel free to wait until the end of my test drive to order :)
Don't believe I am really wearing the polo? Feel free to come into our shop, without warning to check.
Catchya on the bright side,
Jess
Labels: Blinded by the Bright, Hi Vis Polos, Promotion, Test
0 Comments Published by Jess, Zulu Warrior on Sunday, April 13, 2008 at 11:35 PM.