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Dustin Shrader

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Score More with Shipping

Score More with Shipping

The following scenario probably happens too frequently in most shops: A customer places an order and you buy the shirts. Then, you create the art, work through a revision or two, receive and verify the inventory. You burn the screens, set up and register the job,...

SGIA Unveils 2018 SGIA Expo T-shirt

Specialty Graphic Imaging Association (SGIA), Fairfax, Va., unveiled the design of its 2018 SGIA Expo T-shirt, designed for the second straight year by Graphic Elephants. The shirts will sell for $5 at the Expo, to be heldOct. 18-20 in Las Vegas, and all proceeds will...

The ‘Art’ of Redrawing

The ‘Art’ of Redrawing

Many printers cringe when they think of having to redraw something for a customer, but it doesn’t have to mean a lot of frustration and anxiety. You don’t have to be talented to redraw something well. All it really takes is some practice with a couple of different...

Basics for Hooping Caps

Basics for Hooping Caps

Embroidering caps on commercial embroidery machines can cause struggles and stress. Most cap styles are unique in their shape and the way they are made. Here, let's consider different cap styles and ways to hoop them, as well as different types of cap frames that are...

Epson Launches Print Academy YouTube Channel

Epson America Inc., Long Beach, Calif., launched the Epson Print Academy YouTube channel, featuring educational content designed for customers using Epson Professional Imaging products. The channel initially was launched for the photography market and will now expand...

Gary A. Jones Joins SGIA Staff

Specialty Graphic Imaging Association (SGIA), Fairfax, Va., has named environmental, health and safety (EHS) expert Gary A. Jones as its director of environmental, health and safety affairs. “Gary has dedicated his career to helping printing companies improve their...

Grimco Inc. Announces ‘Grimco Gives Back’ Campaign

Grimco Inc., Fenton, Mo., announced the launch of its third-annual “Grimco Gives Back” campaign in Canada, beginning Oct. 9. The purpose of the campaign is to show appreciation to Grimco’s customer base, local communities and charities. “During the month of October,...

GSG Names New Territory Sign Manager

GSG Names New Territory Sign Manager

GSG, Dallas, has named Justin Humble as its new sign territory manager. Based in the company’s Austin, Texas, branch, Humble is responsible for managing existing accounts and growing new ones. The position also covers both graphic and electrical signage products. With...

Alternative Apparel Launches Youth Clothing Collection

Alternative Apparel Launches Youth Clothing Collection

Alternative Apparel, Atlanta, announced the launch of Alternative Youth, an eco-conscious collection of fashion basics for kids. “We are excited to introduce this level of fashion to youth apparel in the printwear market,” says Kevin Miles, director of sales...

Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series