Education
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How do I determine sequence when digitizing?
There are some guidelines for determining sequence that are wise to follow. As a rule, you want to start with larger…
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Use Product Templates for Sublimation Designs
A good design should always begin with an accurate software template. Use templates (offered by your printer manufacturer) to accurately…
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Using Your Material Requirements to Select a Laser System
Although laser systems offer broad flexibility in processing materials, there are some questions to consider to make sure your system…
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Trouble with Text? A word on smart selection
The main thing to focus on when using fonts is to decide when you want the font to disappear so…
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What is the proper way to cool a DC glass laser?
The proper way to water cool a DC glass laser is with a water chiller. A chiller is essentially a…
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What is single-step self-weeding?
Single-step self-weeding involves a single-sheet self-weeding transfer paper, which is designed to release its polymer emulsion coating where ink or…
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How can I think outside of the box when sandcarving glass?
You might naturally think of common glass items in the gift industry, like glass mugs and wine glasses, glass vases,…
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What are some unique sublimatable items currently on the market?
Slate is a popular sublimatable item right now. Used more often by photographers, slate actually makes a unique plaque or…
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What kind of paint base should I use for color-filling sandcarved items?
The type of paint base you use depends on the time you have to complete the project, durability required, color…
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What is the most popular question you get from customers in your awards shop, and how do you approach it?
Customers want to personalize just about everything. One of the biggest questions we receive is, “Can I engrave this?” We…
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What can you print with DTG?
In DTG printing, 100 percent ring-spun cotton is your best friend. Among these garments, some will print better than others.…
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Vintage Vinyl: A Silver Super-Wrap
This week’s Vintage Vinyl video comes to us from the Miami suburb of Hallandale Beach, Florida, where BigIdea Wraps has been serving…
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Why Decorators Should Consider Laser Etching for Team Sports
One of the most profitable, yet underused decorating processes for the team sports market is laser etching. Etching is a…
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What’s an out-of-the-box way to handle the competition?
Instead of feeling frustrated or threatened by the competition that are offering apparel decoration services, consider that these companies can…
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How can I boost enthusiasm in my sales team?
Hold all-employee meetings and bring in your salespeople to share a success story about how your products and services solved…
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