News
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Vastex DTF Powder-to Film, Dryer Combo
April 19, 2024 | Digital Decorating, Industry
The Vastex PTF-100 powder-to-film coating system in combination with an integral Vastex D-100 conveyor dryer increases production efficiencies for direct-to-film (DTF) heat-transfer apparel decorators.
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Stratasys Unveils 3D Direct-to-Garment Tech, Enabling Personalized, Sustainable Fashion
April 18, 2024 | Digital Decorating, Screen Printing
Stratasys Ltd. has launched what it describes as a new direct-to-garment (DTG) solution for its J850 TechStyle printer, the newest offering in the Stratasys 3DFashion direct-to-textile printing technology product line.
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New Caps, Colors from S&S Activewear and Cap America for Custom Decorators for Spring 2024
April 17, 2024 | Industry
S&S Activewear has announced the launch of Cap America’s latest headwear line, just in time for the spring season.
Build Your Business
How Community Involvement Boosts Decorated-Apparel Business Success
April 8, 2024 | ManagementFor anyone trying to build their decorated-apparel business, community involvement is a great way to have a positive impact on your neighborhood and build strong relationships with potential customers and partners.
Marketing for Apparel Decorators: Getting the Word (and Pictures!) Out
April 3, 2024 | ManagementMarket your screen-printing, embroidery, heat-pressing or digital-decorating business’s way to its best year yet by leveraging the power of e-mail and social media.
Pricing Your Decorated Apparel for Profitability
April 3, 2024 | ManagementWhile the craft of embroidery, screen printing, heat pressing or digital decorating is critical to professional success, it’s only part of the equation. Just as important is getting a handle on the business side of things.
Techniques
Tips for Troubleshooting Screen Printing for Apparel Decoration
April 5, 2024Why do we often struggle with some of the seemingly simplest things, like slathering screen-printing ink onto a decorated-apparel garment. Slathering so that it looks clean, bright, opaque and altogether attractive.
Machine Embroidery Needles 101
March 29, 2024Understanding the differences between machine embroidery needles and knowing which needle to use for each project will go a long way in developing your skills as a proficient commercial embroiderer.
Secrets of Top-Selling T-shirts
March 13, 2024Wouldn’t it be wonderful if there was a secret formula for designing a best-selling T-shirt for a sports team, a business or for your own pre-print line?