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Step 2Make the Frame
First I cut out a piece of stocking that I guessed would be the right size. It turned out to be close.
This next bit gets tricky. The nylon stockings did not want to stay stretched so taping it was a bit of a problem. The tape in the picture is not duck tape, though I wish it was. Something really sticky will be best. After wrestling it a bit, it stayed on.
This next bit gets tricky. The nylon stockings did not want to stay stretched so taping it was a bit of a problem. The tape in the picture is not duck tape, though I wish it was. Something really sticky will be best. After wrestling it a bit, it stayed on.
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For years, I've used an ordinary office / home stapler to attach the screen material to a frame. Those staples will hold the screen, but are not as thick or large.
NOTE: It is important when using staples of any kind to attach the screen to make sure:
1. The staples are fully seated / bedded into the frame so that nothing is sticking up to "snag" on whatever material you're printing on.
2. Even after making sure the staples are flush with the surface, I alway cover the staples, AND the screen material edge with masking tape to guarantee no damage will occur to the surface of what I'm printing on.