Apparel
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How do I achieve a soft hand when printing?
When printers use the term “hand feel” it means exactly as it sounds. The desired hand feel for screen-printed garments…
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Education
Accomplish a Distressed Effect with a Laser Cutter
The distressed look is one of the most popular trends in apparel decoration. Cutting and weeding distressed designs can be…
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Education
How to Speed Up the Equipment-Financing Process
Whether you’ve been in the decorated apparel game for decades or you’re just starting out, you’ve probably realized that having…
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Education
Springtime Heat Transfer Inspiration
Spring brings flowers, rain, and the anticipation of warm weather (anticipation being the keyword). With the uncertainty of cold or…
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Do you have any tips for screen printing placket shirts?
What in the world is a placket? Grab your nearest sports jersey, button down, or polo and we will tell…
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Education
What You Need From Your Accountant
Bookkeeping is the backbone of financial management. It is the recording of every entry into the company’s ledger or checkbook.…
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How can I ensure functional solutions for my embroidery customers?
Special expertise means a great deal to people who are deeply dedicated to the study of their work or interests.…
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How can I avoid burning through the material when engraving fabric?
Learn which fabrics can withstand the engraving process and at what temperatures. Heartier fabrics such as denim, canvas, and leather…
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How can I reduce the labor cost of sublimation jobs?
Regardless of whether you are using a wide-format or small-format printer for sublimation, the production times are going to be…
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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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Education
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 get my print shop equipped to serve the college and fan wear market?
Shops often struggle with the college and fan wear market early on due to its strict and restrictive channel. To prepare your…
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Cutting Costs or Cutting Quality? Advice on ink
When you have an ink expense of several hundred dollars, that can seem like a great place to cut costs.…
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What are the pros and cons of rubber-coated platens?
The biggest advantage of coating an aluminum platen with rubber is to soften the printing surface. When the printing surface…
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Education
How to Start Mobile Heat Printing
It’s easy to get swept up in the excitement of offering on-site creations. After all, the possibilities are endless with…
