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,...
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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...
Kevin Schardt Named President of Target Decorated Apparel
Target Decorated Apparel, Naperville, Ill., announced that Kevin Schardt has been named president of the company. “Kevin brings a wealth of operations, customer service, sales, marketing and management experience to our management team,” says Steve Kanney, chairman of...
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
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,...
Know your Garment, Know your Heat Transfer
The diversity, versatility and market appeal of heat transfers and their application to multiple fabric and apparel types is an important reason why many customers are using heat transfers for their imaging of apparel business. With heat transfers and most other...
Eight Aluminum Sublimation Signs You’re Guaranteed to Love
If you are looking for a way to advertise your business without being boring or using the same old methods that have been used to death by your competitors, there is another way. Imagine advertising in full color, and reach a whole new market of people you never...
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, 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...











