S&S Activewear has announced the launch of Cap America’s latest headwear line, just in time for the spring season. The new lineup includes an array of designs catering to various needs and preferences, including sports team and trend setters for custom decorators...
The Women’s California Wave Wash Sunday Hoodie, offered by the Independent Trading Co., is the latest style in this collection, which also features crew necks, pullovers and full-zip styles. The hoodie is made of 7-ounce 52-percent ring spun cotton/48-percent...
Venice, Italy-based Atlantis Headwear, a world leader in sustainable headwear, recently announced it has launched an all-new, more affordable pricing structure on select styles in recognition of Earth Month, which takes place each April. According to the company, “At...
Dunedin, Florida-based Big Frog Custom T-Shirts & More, a franchise-based decorator specializing in direct-to-garment (DTG) custom decorated apparel, recently celebrated 15 years in business and recognized an impressive five locations earning $1 million or more....
Per newly updated data from the market research firm Future Market Insights (FMI) starting from a 2023 baseline of $3.4 billion, the custom T-shirt printing market in the United States is projected to reach $9.9 billion by 2033, at a compound annual growth rate...
Finding customers, aka successful marketing, is the second most discussed subject we cover, both with our National Network of Embroidery Professional (NNEP) members and decorated apparel professionals in general. Many decorators are not sure where or how to find...
In addition to the abundance of commerce that took place at last month’s Impressions Expo in Atlantic City, New Jersey, the Ink Kitchen, with the help of supporters throughout the decorated-apparel industry, was also able to help give back to the local community:...
If you’re a print shop owner who’s curious about the benefits of adopting sustainable practices, now is a great time to start on the path toward a greener, cleaner and more profitable future for your business. Going greener and cleaner pays off in the form of loyal...
Over the past few years, blank-apparel decorators and print-shop providers in general have seen an increase in smaller, customized orders and have had to adjust their workflows accordingly. However, what many garment decorators may not realize is that they most likely...
In his book, “The FUNdamentals of Business Success,” veteran decorator, business coach, CEO of the Our Success Group business consultancy group (oursuccessgroup.com) and co-host of the “2 Regular Guys” podcast, Aaron Montgomery has a lot to say about the nuts and...
Understanding 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. Unfortunately, many beginning embroiderers have either been taught...
Starting from a 2023 baseline, the decorated apparel market is forecast to rise to a valuation of $29.4 billion in the United States and $99 billion globally by 2033, representing a steady compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.9 percent. According to the research...
