Education
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Managing Customer Expectations: Heat Transfer Edition
When you are in the apparel decorating business, you will get different requests for custom apparel from different types of…
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How can I change the font defaults in CorelDRAW?
Changing defaults for most things in CorelDRAW are done in a similar fashion. An example would be fonts. The default…
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How long is the shelf life of sublimation transfers once printed?
Surprisingly, once a sublimation transfer is printed, it will last indefinitely until it is pressed. Keep the transfer in a…
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How can I attract new employees to work for my small business?
All of us as small business owners have a great environment to attract employees, because people are beginning to realize…
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What do I need to start sublimating?
Sublimation is the best way for a new business owner to break into the personalized gift-giving industry because the start-up…
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What should I keep in mind when choosing a supplier?
A retailer must build confidence with its supplier over time. If a supplier does not stand behind the products it…
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Applications That Pair Well with Sandcarving
Sandcarving doesn’t need to just be on glass. We have found that sandcarving wood gives a beautiful distressed look that…
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How does the recommended mesh count differ between plastisol and water-based inks?
For starters, plastisol inks tend to be much thicker than water-based inks, which means you’re going to need a screen…
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What mesh count works best with water-based inks?
In most cases, 200 mesh screens and above will work best with water-based inks. These also allow you to get…
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What are my options for decorating headwear?
The most in-demand method for decorating headwear is by far the embroidery technique. Nearly 90% of caps that we decorate…
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Should printers push or pull their squeegees?
Asking this question is like asking which computer brand, phone, or even soft drink is better. Everyone has their opinion.…
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Inviting New Products into the Mix
When a customer requests signage, promotional products, or any other related item that you may not currently offer, make a…
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What should I consider when pricing custom appliqués?
Pricing appliqués can be a challenge. Sizes can vary greatly, artwork can go far beyond just preparing a graphic, and…
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What techniques are currently available to mark metal?
Some of the ways commonly used to mark metal in the industry are mechanical engraving (rotary engraver), laser engraving, either…
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What questions should I ask prior to purchasing a laser system?
There are many questions a person should ask before purchasing a laser for their business. Not only does it have…
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How can embroiderers best manage inventory and plan for product selection?
Control the amount of inventory you keep on hand. It is almost guaranteed that if you have 25 navy T-shirts,…
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