Digitizing has made embroidery a very simple task – you only have to select a design, create its digital file and plug it onto embroidery machine. But if you are looking to make unique garments with supple, soft embroidery designs, there are many things you need to know, including giving importance to your fabric when … Continued

It is now a common practice to wear a face mask or face cover when in public and many want to show off their team affiliation, company, hobby or just something funny through the decoration on their mask. Companies want to be sure their employees and guests are safe and also want their masks branded. … Continued

The process of screen printing has remained virtually unchanged for many many years. Sure, there have been advances like computer-to-screen imaging and automation for the process of setting up and breaking down screen, but the nuts and bolts of the process are the same. Since the mid-90s, there’s been a new kid on the block: … Continued

It’s pretty much inevitable. With so many people covering their faces, eventually someone is going to want to enhance the look and add some decoration to it. We’re already seeing some fun examples of creative ideas out in the wild. These face covers are an important way to help slow the spread of the coronavirus … Continued

Today’s fabrics have become so much more technical and heat transfers are pacing right along with those fabrics when it comes to innovation. Improvements like stronger adhesives, flex materials for stretch and compression wear, lower temps and quicker times are all really opening up options for us when it comes to heat pressing. Even though … Continued

Why does a decoration business really care about the latest video trend? Well, influencers are trying to monetize their exposure to thousands or even millions of followers. As the promotional industry is well versed at tracking the best items to promote, it lends well that t-shirts could be a primary topic for these influencers! What … Continued

All embroiderers have struggles from time to time with an item that just cannot be hooped in a traditional tubular frame. It is a challenge that many deal with on a regular basis and it may end up with a company having to turn business and potential profits away. A clamping system is an investment … Continued

Polyester and polyester blends have grown in popularity over the years and have become a big market in the promotional products industry. From fashion to outerwear to athleticwear, it seems like everyone is asking for this fabric. Despite its popularity, it’s one of the fabrics that many printers struggle to print on. But never fear, there … Continued

Word of mouth has played a major role in the building of new business for all aspects of our industry. While a referral can place your company’s name into the mind of a possible customer, increasingly, their next step is to search for you online. This is where psychology kicks in. The typical website visitor … Continued

It’s an exciting time to be involved with garment decoration. For many years it was solely a choice between screen print or embroidery. Since then, we have enjoyed the changes in technology and the ride that has brought wider adoption of heat press, DTG, laser and digital printing. Today, a new heat press trend is … Continued