Roland Discontinuing Lowest Priced Entry Level Printer and Cutter | Stock Limited!

If you're looking to jump from a desktop cutter like a Silhouette, Cricut, or Siser to a wider format printer and cutter in one - listen up! 

Roland is discontinuing what is currently the lowest priced 20" printer and cutter on the market and it will soon be a lot more expensive for those at the entry level looking to jump start a business. 

Roland Not Printing? Here's the Secret Fix - Video Tutorial

Your Roland BN2 or BN20A isn't printing? I'll show you the exact error to look for!

Picture this: You've got your design perfectly prepped, you hit "send" on your Roland BN2 or BN20A, and then... nothing. Crickets. Your machine just sits there, looking pretty but doing absolutely nothing. Ugh! 

Free Roland Cut Line Creator in New Versaworks 7!

Roland Versaworks 7 is here and it includes a hidden gem that you'll easily miss if you don't know where to look!  

Buried deep within Roland DG Connect there's a new Roland cut line creator that's totally free for Roland users to use to create cut lines and perf cut lines. Read on for how to find and use the browser-based tool. 

OMG!!! Roland Print and Cut Machines Now Compatible with MAC (And PC)

If you've been waiting for Roland print and cut machines to be compatible with MAC - it's your lucky day!! 

With Roland's new Versaworks 7 software release, the 20" printers and cutters now work with both MAC and PC. This is such a game changer for sticker and t shirt shops. Read on for more details including how to install Roland Versaworks on MAC to run a Roland BN2-20A or BN2-20.

Easily Add Roland Cut Lines Inside Letters - Video Tutorial

Say goodbye to frustrating inner letter cuts and hello to perfectly finished lettering projects! 

Are you a Roland BN2 user finding yourself wrestling with adding cut lines to the inside of letters?

Free Vinyl Sticker Pricing Calculator: Stop Underpricing Your Work

If you're wondering how much to sell vinyl stickers for, you're not alone! One of the biggest challenges for sticker businesses is knowing exactly what to charge.

Too often, small sticker businesses and Etsy sticker shops end up underpricing their stickers, not accounting for all their costs, and actually losing money on orders! Read on to learn more about my free pricing calculator and how to use it!

HTV Transfers: Why Using a Cold Laminator is Key

Want to avoid bubbles when you're masking HTV transfers? The key is a cold laminator.  

Read on for how I use a cold laminator to avoid bubbles in my HTV transfers! 

DTF Transfer Printing With Roland BY-20

You won't believe how easy it is to print DTF prints with this printer!

If you have been looking for a DTF printer, the Roland BY-20 is a great option! 

Vinyl Wraps vs Sublimation Wraps: Pros and Cons

If you're looking to decorate glass or tumblers and wondering if vinyl wraps vs sublimation wraps are better, we're going to get to the bottom of it today. 

There are pros and cons to both vinyl printing and sublimation and deciding which is best will be based on the type of equipment you have, the blanks you have and your personal preference. 

Roland BY-20 DTF Printer: Everything to Know & 3 Massive Changes from BN-20D

A year after releasing it's first 20" DTF printer, Roland has just launched a top to bottom re-designed direct to film printer - complete with a new name, new price, and a whole slew of new features.  Meet the Roland BY-20.

Beginning today the brand new BY-20 DTF Printer is on pre order with shipping on a limited number of printers beginning in February 2024. 

I'm excited to have one of the few and very first BY-20 direct to film printers so I can share all the details with you..so read (and watch) on.

How to Make Die Cut Stickers with Roland BN2-20A (with Automatic Perf Cut Lines)

You can easily make die cut stickers with Roland BN2-20A or BN2-20...and adding the perf cut lines has never been easier with the 20" print and cut machine. 

Perf cut lines allows you to cut through both the material and the liner but keep the sticker attached to the raw material roll until you're ready to pop them out. Read on for how to automatically add perf cut lines for Roland! 

DIY Vinyl Glass Can Wraps (Without Layering Vinyl): Step by Step Tutorial

Vinyl wraps have become a popular way to decorate libbey glass can tumblers. 

Using printable vinyl is a great alternative to sublimation and UV DTF wraps - both of which have certain limitations.  In this tutorial we'll walk through the steps to learn how to make DIY vinyl glass can wraps without layering. 

Roland BN2-20A: Everything to Know About the New, Faster Printer and Cutter (And First Look)

The new Roland BN2-20A and BN2-20 models are here...and yours truly has one of the very first machines! 

I'm thrilled to be able to introduce you to the new BN2 20" ecosolvent printer and cutter that's not only newly designed from the inside out to save you space and money, but also increase your production by printing and cutting four times faster than ever before. Did I mention auto cut lines with and direct cut with free Flexi Designer software that's included?  There's so much to love..and a few changes I'm not a fan of...so read on!  

Roland BN-20A vs Uninet iColor 560 White Toner Printer: Pros and Cons & Feature Comparison

Now that I have both an Uninet iColor 560 White Toner Printer and a Roland BN-20A...I am getting A LOT of questions about which one is "better".  It's not an easy question to answer because they are two totally different machines!  

Although if you ask in the respective Facebook groups...it may seem to be an easy decision based on just how adamant users of the respective printers are that "theirs" is hands-down, no-question better, more versatile, better quality, the top pick over the other.

The truth is I totally understand that for most crafters-turned-at-home small businesses it's a choice to get one over the other due to price and space....so let me help you decide between the BN-20A vs the Uninet iColor 560 White Toner printer... from someone who has both and has no allegiance one way or the other. 

My only goal here is to help you make an informed decision for your growing business..and then help you learn whichever machine - BN-20A or Uninet iColor 560 - you decide to invest in. 

How to Print Vinyl Name Stickers with Roland BN-20A

You can print vinyl name stickers, designed in Silhouette Studio or another program, with a Roland BN-20A which is an ecosolvent print and cut machine.

One of the benefits about printing vinyl stickers with an ecosolvent printer is the ink is waterproof, and scratch and fade resistant. This makes it ideal for things like water bottles that will be handled a lot. 

If you haven't already designed the personalized vinyl sticker, the first part of this tutorial will take you step by step through the design process in Silhouette Studio..then pick it up here to print and cut on your 20" Roland BN-20A. 

24" Siser Romeo Set Up for First Print and Cut

Setting up the 24" Siser Romeo to print and cut may seem intimidating, but it's not...and once you understand the process you will realize just how useful print and cut is!

You can print and cut on the 24" Siser machine with the width and length really only limited by your printer. So whether you have a standard 8.5" x 11" inkjet, a 13" wide printer or a 20" ecosolvent printer like the Roland BN-20 or BN-20A you can contour cut on the Romeo.  

Follow these steps to set up for your first print and cut with Siser Romeo and Leonardo Design Space.

What Can the BN-20A Do: Is Roland BN-20A Worth It?

If you're looking to increase production and expand your small business with an all-in-one printer and cutter you are probably wondering "What can the BN-20A do?"

Knowing what the 20" ecosolvent print and cut machine can do can help you decide if the Roland BN-20A is worth the start up price for your small business.  Read on for a look at just how versatile the BN-20A is and what all it can do. 

DIY Wallpaper Peel and Stick: Print at Home with Roland BN-20A

Found another reason to love my Roland BN-20A...DIY Peel and Stick Wallpaper! 

I wouldn't suggest this for large areas, due to how long it takes to print, but for a nook or a smaller area this is the perfect way to print your own wallpaper on removable vinyl. Using the Wallflair adhesive vinyl makes the wallpaper peel and stick so there's no damage to the walls AND it's super easy to apply! 

Roland BN-20 vs BN-20D DTF Printer: Side by Side Comparison

Despite the similar look and name, the Roland BN-20 (and BN-20A) and BN-20D are very different printers.  

One is an ecosolvent print and cut machine that can cut everything from vinyl stickers to photos to heat transfers and the other is a 20" DTF printer that prints weedless, cutless direct to film transfers.  Read on for the difference between the two 20" Roland desktop printers...and don't forget to sign up to get updates on BN-20D pre orders, tutorials and updates! 

Silhouette Studio and Affinity Designer Cut Lines for Roland Versaworks: Why Is My Entire Design Filling with Pink?

If you're using Silhouette Studio and Affinity Designer to create cut lines for Roland Versaworks, you have probably run into this common issue where the entire SVG turns pink in Affinity Designer. 

This happens in Affinity Designer after the Silhouette Studio created SVG is imported. The reason can be hard to recognize if you're still new to Affinity, but the fix is very easy. Read on for how to fix designs that are filling with solid pink in Affinity Designer.