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Articles written by your favorite local print shop team to help sell your art, promote yourself, and highlight the many creatives we work with.
Maximizing Black Friday for Creative Entrepreneurs
Black Friday is a huge opportunity for small business owners and artists looking to boost sales and engage with their audience. It's not just about discounts and deals; it's an opportunity to build loyalty and create lasting impressions with your fans. Having a well-thought-out strategy is crucial to make the most of this made-up holiday. In this detailed guide, we'll dive deep into each step to make sure your Black Friday campaign kicks ASS.
Outdoor Events Unveiled: Your Guide to Creating Magic
The fall season is coming in hot (literally), and you know what that means – outdoor events are about to start popping up left and right. Whether you're an artist, a small brand, or a creative entrepreneur, let's talk about the biggest things people overlook when prepping for an outdoor event.
When done correctly, you can leave these events with loads of new customers, leads, and money in your pocket. So you ready? Let’s dive in.
Back-to-School Budgeting Guide: Maximize Your Small Business's Impact
As a small business owner, it's essential to get the best bang for your buck during this busy season. In this blog post, we're giving you practical tips and strategies to help you maximize your budget and make lasting impressions on your target audience. From understanding your customers' needs to leveraging custom printing, social media, and local trends, we got your back. Let's dive in and rock the back-to-school season together!
Increase Brand Awareness with These 5 Killer Products
Howdy y'all! Ready to take your brand to the next level? I've got the inside scoop on 5 products that will elevate your brand's presence. From the best apparel to the most unique accessories, these products are the best when it comes to promoting your brand. So let's dive in and discover the must-have items that will help your brand shine.
Featured Artist of the Month: Chris Dyer - Exclusive Mindzai Interview
Chris Dyer is a Peruvian-Canadian artist with a deep passion for art, creativity, and life. Chris creates out-of-this-world, psychedelic art on his quest for the deepest answers of consciousness, oneness, and truth. Sav, our social media manager, sat down with Chris and asked him a few questions about his artistic journey.
The Ultimate Guide to Designing Custom Hats with Mindzai Creative Print Shop: Unleash your Creativity
Are you ready to turn heads and take your brand to the next level? Look no further. Designing your own custom hats can seem daunting,.. but don’t stress, we got you covered! Check out these tips to help you create the dopest custom hats for your brand while keeping your audience engaged and looking fresh.
Designing Business Cards That Convert: The Top 5 Tips You Need to Know
Business cards are a staple in the world of business, but not all cards are created equal. A well-designed and creative business card can leave a lasting impression on potential customers or clients. In this post, we’ll be giving you some tips on how to design a unique and memorable business card.
The Myth about Social Media
Today we're going to talk about a common misconception that many business owners fall into - the idea that social media followers automatically result in sales.
The Ultimate Guide to Designing T-Shirts in Procreate
In this post, we're hooking you up with some wicked tips for using Procreate. We show you how to choose the right file size, use top-notch brushes, keep your layers organized, and more. So kick back, relax, and let's get your designs looking fresh to death.
MESA Climbing Gym - Mindzai Featured Client of the Month - March
MESA climbing gym is climbing its way to the top of Austin's Hottest new Climbing Gyms. Having recently opened its doors on March 7th, Mindzai went to their gym to ask them a few questions about their business and what they’re most excited to build.
Mindzai Featured Artist Series - Mr.Melty
This month we sat down with Mr.Melty to discuss inspiration, process, and whats in store for the future. Q: Kevin, AKA Mr. Melty, how did you get your start...
Mindzai Featured Artist Series - Greg ‘Craola’ Simkins
If there was ever a prototypical balance of highbrow and lowbrow art merging together with a seamless flow, Greg ‘Craola’ Simkins would be the quintessential example of that confluence. Initially...
Best Outerwear for Screen Printing
Since Fall is just around the corner, now's the time to start ordering your hoodies, jackets, sweatpants, and other cold weather merch. With a whole catalog of options, finding...
Scanning Your Original Art
Do you have an original painting or drawing you’re dying to make prints of? Have you tried to scan your work with a typical office scanner or a Kinko’s only...
Finding the Right Shirt
Written by Baylor Meche Getting your own screen printed shirts can be both exciting and stressful. The team at Mindzai prides ourselves not only in high quality screen printing, but...
Print Shop Pointers: Merrowed vs. Hot Cut
Embroidered patches are a great way to step up your merch game, however some of the technical lingo thrown around when customizing them can get confusing. We’ve had several inquiries regarding the difference between merrowed and hot cut edges recently so here’s a quick breakdown of what they mean.
Artist Spotlight: Shelby Elizabeth
1 - Are you originally from Austin? If not, why did you move here?
What’s your favorite thing about living in Austin? My dad was in the Air Force so we...
Making the Most of Your Merch
Written by Baylor Meche What are you most known for? There are countless mediums artists use to not only express themselves but also make a living from their creative energy....
Top 5 Tips to Get You Print Ready
Here, I'll go over the top 5 tips that will help you get your files ready to print without having to pull your hair out. At Mindzai, our team of experts always strive to deliver the best printed products and help you through this process.
Enamel Pins: What's Right for You?
Written by Baylor Meche For years, Mindzai has helped artists with creating high quality merch their customers love. We pride ourselves in quality, expertise, and our staff's customer service. One...