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TRENDS IN DECORATION

Now updated for 2020! Download the full guide or individual decoration cards for each of the up-and-coming techniques listed below.
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SILICONE DYE-BLOCK

Silicone transfers are a dimensional, heat-applied decoration with a soft, rubbery feel and a matte finish.

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SILICONE-BASED HEAT TRANSFER

An elevated, sport-related and trend-right logo in silicone to complement the stripes on the sleeves, for fan wear that’s fun to wear.

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DYE SUBLIMATION

Dye sublimation can create full-color photorealistic images on an end-to-end surface or in small spot areas, through a superheated ink process that permeates the fabric fibers.

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LASER-ETCHED LEATHER

Laser etching uses tightly-focused beams of light to burn away small layers of fabric, creating a tonal decoration.

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2-D PVC

Dimensional relief transfers with high and low relief portions using different colors. A corn-based PVC makes this fun decoration eco-friendly, and designed to make an impression.

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3-D MOLDED

These textured decorations make a powerful statement and are are ideal for sports when applied to jerseys, hats and outerwear. They are available in metallic, high-gloss and standard finishes.

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FOIL

An ultra-cool foil decoration with a shiny finish in dozens of patterns, applied via heat transfer. Ideal for personalization as well as logos.

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HOLOGRAM

This shiny, translucent vinyl decoration creates a subtle, unmistakable impression.

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SIMULATED STITCH

Create a heavy varsity-stitched appearance without ever needing a needle and thread with this unique look.

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HD FLOCK TRANSFER

With a raised and heavily-textured hand feel, High-Detail Flock Transfers can be used to create a colorful, vintage look with incredible detail in the design.

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PATCHES

Patches are a great vintage throwback trending in fashion retail, action sports and outdoor recreation. Patches are available in embroidered, woven or sublimated variations.

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HYBRID TRANSFERS

Hybrid transfers mix digital print and screen technology to create full-color logos with no outlines or borders, via water-based inks. These are eco-friendly and can be applied to most fabrics.

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UNIQUE PLACEMENTS

A unique, out-of-the-norm placement can give your customers a different look and reinforce their brand with all-over prints, side prints or sleeve and leg prints.

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WATER-BASED HEAT TRANSFER

An eco-friendly technique which passes most industry standards and results in a smooth, seamless decoration. This type of transfer was designed with big brands in mind.

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Contact the SanMar Decorator & Digital Solutions Team to help solve your difficult decoration dilemmas.
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Disclaimer: The information contained on these cards is for general reference purposes only. SanMar does not endorse or recommend any decoration process or embellishment technique. Decoration success is based on a variety of factors including the quality of the artwork, equipment, raw materials used and operator experience. All technical questions about the decoration process you intend to use should be directed to your trusted decorator or equipment and raw materials supplier.

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