Apparel
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How do I tell the difference between knit and woven fabrics when choosing the proper backing?
Knit fabrics consist of a continuous strand of yarn or thread that is looped or knitted to create the fabric. It…
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How much top-line revenue can be put through one heat press?
The answer is dependent on a number of factors. First, what types of garments are you selling to go with…
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I want to expand my apparel inventory outside the traditional Ts and blanks, what style should I consider?
Garment-dyed apparel is becoming really popular among customers and distributors because of its feel and versatility. These garments: Work really…
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Can you sublimate 50/50 polyester/cotton shirts?
Yes, you can sublimate 50 percent polyester/50 percent cotton fabric. Keep in mind, however, that only 50 percent of the…
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How do you eliminate the white line between sides of an all-over decorated sock?
There are two solutions to this. First, when using a jig, take the sock and slightly roll it so the…
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Education
Green Mind: Navigating Eco-Conscious Apparel for Decorators
As buyers continue to dig deeper into the questions of where and how their clothes are made, one question that…
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Discover All-Over Apparel Sublimation
Tune into this On Point interview with Darci Jeffery-Andersen of Coastal Business Supplies as she gives apparel decorators the 411…
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Mistakes to Avoid When Heat Printing Apparel
To get that perfect press and avoid any customer complaints, keep this heat-printing knowhow in the back of your pocket…
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What different decoration methods work well together for a mixed-media look?
From my experiences, there are few decoration methods that work well together. Water-based screen printing and heat transfers work well…
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8 Steps to Improving Inventory Management
Even the most efficient of apparel companies often stumble when it comes to managing excess inventory. Common practices such as…
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Stumped by Stabilizers?
This handy chart will help decide which stabilizers will work best for you on a variety of fabrics. Corduroy Tear-away…
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What’s considered a “light” and “dark” garment?
Anything white and pastel would be considered a “light” garment and anything black, brown, or even gray would be considered…
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Exploring Large-Format Apparel Sublimation
When entering the realm of large-format sublimation printing, you first want to consider the largest item or product that you…
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What is the difference between Reveal S and direct-to-garment printing?
With DTG printers, the shirt must be aligned on the DTG’s platen to be printed. Once printed, the shirt must…
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Embroidering Logos on Placket Shirts
Placket shirts are one of the most common staples for any embroiderer. Whether it’s the standard polo or a long-sleeve…
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Is an inkjet or a laser printer better for printing heat transfers?
To provide the full-color benefits of heat transfers on garments, you’ll first want to consider the type of business and…
