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What should sandcarving decorators keep in mind when looking for new market opportunities?
Products depend on the markets, and market opportunities for sandcarving are as vast as they are diverse. What makes you…
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What is the easiest method for someone to get into chemical etching?
Using a laser to create the mask is one of the simplest and easiest ways to get into chemical etching.…
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What are the biggest challenges for sublimating patches?
When sublimating patches, there are a few issues to keep in mind: Preventing a faded area along the sides when…
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What can affect how long an engraving job takes?
The height of your text and graphics or volume impacts how long a job will take to laser. This can…
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What challenges will decorators face when mixing embroidery with HTV??
Mixing embroidery with heat transfer vinyl (HTV) can seem challenging at first but can add value to both the finished…
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What’s the reason decorators should consider adopting decoration-specific management software early on?
Though initial order volumes may not seem to warrant a complex system, the hidden benefit of this early adoption of…
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The Digital Eye: A Perspective on Perspective
The prints, paintings, photographs, drawings and even the images that you see on your computer screen are flat, yet many…
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What’s the argument for using heat transfers over other decoration methods on athletic apparel?
The advantage of using heat transfers above other methods of apparel decoration can be observed in the diverse range of…
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Going Digital: 3 Things to Know for E-Commerce Success
With U.S. online sales projected to reach nearly $600 billion in 2024 and e-commerce penetration on the rise, decorators and…
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What are two major pros and cons of financing and leasing?
The pros that come with financing include the ability to preserve your cash-on-hand with a fixed monthly payment while knowing…
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When working with large substrates, what should sandcarvers keep in mind?
Oversized (4′ X 8′) carpeted worktables are important. A well thought-out work environment is key to working with oversize projects. Larger…
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How can a decorator determine which sublimation printer to buy?
Buy one that is warrantied and supported for sublimation printing (ask about an extended warranty, too). Make sure an ICC…
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What are some ways a retailer can market outside the box?
If you own a retail store, consider having a VIP customer appreciation day or maybe an Invitation Only event. There…
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What is important to note about UV printing onto mirrored substrates?
Printing to mirrored substrates is a challenge as light can reflect back into the print head and cause ink to…
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Does it matter what side a laser user marks glass or acrylic that will be color-filled?
If you plan on paint-filling or color-filling engraved glass or acrylic, make sure you do not engrave on the reverse face. Because…
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What are the proper procedures to follow when sandcarving glass?
Start with your design. If you have a lot of small details or thin lines, you will not want to…
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