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Quick Start – Key Things to Know
Material: Premium 16 gauge steel
Finish: Powder-coated for durability (indoor & outdoor use)
💡 Powder coating protects against rust, corrosion, and weathering, making signs long-lasting and low-maintenance.Colors Available: Black, White, Copper, Silver, Gold
Sizes (approx. ½″ smaller in final cut):
36″ ≈ 35.5″
30″ ≈ 28″
24″ ≈ 23.5″
18″ ≈ 17.5″
15″ ≈ 14.5″
12″ ≈ 11.5″
File Formats: PNG or JPEG
Artboard: 12″ x 12″ at 300 DPI (recommended) or 1000×1000px
Minimum Line Thickness: 0.08″ (2mm)
Text Rules:
Use stencil fonts for negative cut-out text (≥1″ tall)
Keep text layers unlocked for personalization
⚠️ Why Some Fonts Don’t Work for Steel Signs
The MEM Design Studio was built to support multiple product types (not just steel). Some fonts were uploaded by other sellers or designed for printed/etched products, so they may not meet steel cutting requirements.⚠️ For laser-cut steel signs, fonts must:
Have stencil breaks for enclosed letters (O, A, R, e, etc.)
Be at least 1" tall for strength and readability
Have a minimum line thickness of 0.08″ (2mm)
👉 Even if a font appears in the Design Studio, it may not cut correctly if it doesn’t meet these requirements. For best results, choose bold stencil fonts.
⚠️ Important: Floating or detached elements will be removed before production.
⚠️ Important: MEM cannot refund signs that fail due to design issues.
💡 Tip: Always order a sample to check design quality and generate UGC (User-Generated Content).
Introduction
Custom Steel Wall Decor is the latest addition to My Easy Monogram’s lineup. Using the Design Studio, you can create one-of-a-kind metal signs with full personalization options. Customers gain control over fonts, text, and layouts, while you deliver durable, made-in-the-USA products.
Pricing (shipping included, U.S. only):
Size | Price |
12″ | $27.00 |
15″ | $34.00 |
18″ | $42.00 |
24″ | $60.00 |
30″ | $82.00 |
36″ | $120.00 |
Designing with the MEM Design Studio
Artboard & File Setup
Recommended Artboard: 12″ x 12″ at 300 DPI (matches smallest variant).
Alternative: 1000x1000px artboard for faster load speed.
Avoid Oversized Files: Extremely large uploads (e.g., 15,000px) slow loading and increase bounce rates.
Resolution Tip: 1px = 0.012″ works best for scaling across variants.
⚠️ Important: Shrinking your design on the artboard reduces quality but does not reduce product size.
💡 Tip: Always start with a 12″ x 12″ artboard — easiest way to check scale and meet MEM requirements.
Design Best Practices
Line Thickness & Simplicity
Minimum: 0.08″ (2mm).
Avoid overly intricate details.
Use strokes or offset paths to thicken lines.
Visibility & Drop Shadow
The Design Studio applies a drop shadow preview effect.
Thin lines may be obscured — use thicker spacing and stronger strokes.
Structural Integrity
Avoid fragile, narrow areas that may snap.
Round sharp corners for safety.
⚠️ Important: MEM cannot offer refunds for signs compromised by design flaws.
Managing Floating & Transparent Elements
Any element not anchored will be removed.
Design in single-color monochrome — transparent areas are cut out.
⚠️ Important: Double-check for detached shapes (e.g., dots in letters like “i” or “o”) and connect them with bridges.
Adding Mounting Holes
Not included by default. Add them if needed.
Recommended: ≥0.1875″ (3/16″) for 12″+ signs.
Place for balance and stability.
💡 Tip: Keep holes near edges but not too close — maintain strength.
Working with Groups & Variables
Group Layers = customer options.
Label Groups Clearly for ease.
Unlocked = customizable | Locked = hidden.
💡 Tip: Label groups with intuitive names (e.g., “Font Style 1 / Font Style 2”) to help customers select easily.
Adding Text Personalization
Positive vs. Negative Text
Black = stays metal
White = cut away
Use stencil fonts for negative text ≥1″.
⚠️ Important: Non-stencil fonts in negative text will fall out after cutting.
Guide to Uploading your own fonts: Upload Your Own Fonts
Curved Text
Use dropdown tool above the artboard.
Adjust curvature for readability.
Validation & Formatting
Respect character limits.
Some fonts require UPPERCASE input.
Adjust spacing & alignment (especially curves).
💡 Tip: Name text layers uniquely (“Top Text,” “Bottom Text”) so customer entry fields are clear.
Preview & Finalize Your Design
Before publishing:
Confirm connectivity.
Test personalization.
Check alignment.
Preview final result.
Downloading Variant Images:
Use Preview option → enter text → download PNG mockups.
⚠️ Important: Install the latest MEM Live Preview Embed Code on Shopify and select the correct theme template for personalization features to work.
Guide to Installing MEM Live Preview: Personalization Live Preview Setup
Creating Custom Lifestyle Mockups
Add a new scene in Mockup Studio.
Choose MEM backgrounds or upload your own.
Import design → adjust brightness, contrast, shadows.
Save & Continue.
Set as default variant image if desired.
Publish to Shopify.
💡 Tip: Create multiple lifestyle mockups to showcase your signs in different settings (home, outdoors, seasonal).
Ordering Samples
Verify quality before selling.
Capture UGC (photos & videos) for ads.
Build customer trust with authentic content.
How to Order Samples: Use a 100% off discount code to order a test product at cost. Great for marketing and quality checks.
Managing Orders & Production
See the Managing Orders Guide for details on:
Checking production status
Updating shipping addresses (before production starts)
Canceling pending orders
Additional Resources
Articles:
Creating & Importing Products: Step-by-step guide to creating, designing, and importing products from My Easy Monogram to your Shopify store.
Managing Imported Products: Guide to managing and editing imported products in Shopify, including product details, variants, and updates from My Easy Monogram.
Managing Orders: Guide to managing orders from My Easy Monogram: track, update, resolve issues, and understand fulfillment.
Shipping Information: Learn about My Easy Monogram's shipping policies, including free domestic shipping & address updates
Upload Your Own Fonts: Guidelines and Instructional Guide to creating Custom Fonts Using the Design Studio
Product Tours:
Videos: Instructional Video Library
Copyright & Legal
Designers are fully responsible for ensuring that uploaded artwork does not infringe on copyrights. By using MEM, you agree to the originality and legality of your designs.
⚠️ Important: MEM assumes no liability for copyright disputes.
Accessing the Design Studio
Log in to the [My Easy Monogram website]
Navigate to Manage Products → Design Studio Products
Select Custom Steel Wall Decor
✨ With MEM’s Custom Steel Wall Decor, you can offer customers durable, fully personalized, USA-made signs that stand out in any home.
Happy Designing!