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5 Ways to Take Advantage of Surging Golf Sales
During the height of the pandemic, the golf equipment business was teetering. Stores were closed, clubhouses locked, and in-person fittings…
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The Right Tool for the Job: Wrap, Window Tint, and PPF Films
There is a fair amount of crossover between tools needed for window tint, PPF, and commercial/color change wraps. Yet, it’s…
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Graphic Design Trends to Keep Your Eye On
Make no mistake; graphic design represents a genuine growth industry in 2020, with the U.S. market alone worth an estimated…
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9 Processing Tips for Engraving Metal
When engraving and cutting hard metals, you’ll first want to consult your sales representative for advice and guidance. When surface…
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Top 5 Fall Trends for Women
In a recent Stahls’ blog, Stephanie Briske highlights looks to inspire apparel decorators to do more with their heat transfer…
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Best Places on the Web for Custom Products Makers
Home and business-based makers of every kind are flocking to custom products creation. The custom products industry is wide open for…
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One Size Does Not Fit All: A Word on Multi-Purpose Graphics Film
The term ‘multi-purpose’ sounds great. One product for different applications, helping your business keep costs low and stock keeping units…
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Why a Transfer Printer is a Good Investment
In our world of “I want it now, and I want it my way,” having the ability to custom decorate…
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Designing and Developing Sign Systems: A Word on Extrusions
When designing and developing sign systems for indoor usage, I usually try to avoid aluminum extrusions. Not because I don’t…
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Artwork Tips: Layout and Design for a Custom Gift
Getting all the right information about an order is useful in setting up the personalization. When in doubt, ask before…
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Planning an Electric Monument Sign
This article discusses planning the process used by sign shops for electric monument or other electric sign projects. I believe…
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Guidance for Heat Pressing Workwear Garments
The branding of industrial workwear apparel with heat transfers can involve an unexpected learning curve. When you compare fusing heat…
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Successfully Creating Memorial Memento Ornaments
Over the last few years, I have been etching photographs onto ornament and sun catcher blanks made of jade glass…
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How to Handle and Avoid a Sign Customer Who Won’t Pay
A GRAPHICS PRO reader recently reached out with a question regarding sign repossession and what to do when a customer…
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5 Common Mistakes in Laser Engraving and How to Avoid Them
Whether you are an accomplished engineer or a novice maker, learning the proper uses of design equipment to avoid pitfalls…
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How do I know which needle to use when working with something other than 40-weight embroidery thread?
When using a general-purpose 40-weight thread, you have the choice of using a #60/8, #65/9, or #75/11 needle. The best…
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