OKI Data Americas, Irving, Texas, has addedGrant Graphics, a supplier of large-format printers, supplies and support, to its ColorPainter Authorized Reseller Program. Located in Saratoga Springs, N.Y., Grant Graphics is a full-service print-and-cut solutions provider....
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Transfer Express Offers Video with EC3 Apparel’s Hudson
Transfer Express, Mentor, Ohio, has released a new video featuring Kim Hudson of EC3 Apparel, Versailles, Ky., discussing how custom heat transfers have benefited her business. In the video, shown above, Hudson explains how heat transfers facilitate job prep and...
Great Dane Graphics Offers Single Downloads
Great Dane Graphics, Mandeville, La., now provides single downloads of its images in various categories and formats for digital printing, vinyl cutting, screen printing, embroidery and layout templates, which makes it easy to create efficient designs. Prices range...
InkSoft Offers New Master Printer Podcast
InkSoft, Tempe, Ariz., has launched a new podcast featuring screen printing icon Andy Anderson of Anderson Studio sharing his thoughts on the ins and outs of running a successful shop. In his “Master Level Printing” podcast, Anderson candidly explains to industry...
Looking Back to Head Forward
Once upon a time, you could identify the era in which a hat was popular simply by looking at it. Now, with the retro craze booming, it’s not so easy to peg a hat’s heyday.0 In 2017, mesh and denim ruled the headwear category. This year, those same styles continue to...
Out with the Old
Direct-to-garment (DTG) printing innovation stalled during the country’s financial crisis that started in 2008. Technology had essentially stayed the same with the use of modified paper printer components and DuPont ink.It took a strong economy, and committed research...
The Importance of Artwork
I’ve been creating artwork for the garment-decorating industry since 1986 and I’ve earned every one of my gray hairs because of it. Artwork lies at the heart of all decorating processes in our industry. Without it, we’d be selling blanks. If you want to learn about...
The Innovators
Editor’s Note: Impressions recently solicited feedback from editorial advisors, decorators and other experts about suppliers who embody innovative philosophies in their products, approaches and company cultures. This snapshot should not be considered an...
Stumbling Upon a ‘Hit’
Stuart McKown doesn’t have a long history in the decorated-apparel industry. In fact, he was in a different industry during the country’s most recent economic recession in 2008. As a result, McKown closed his construction business 10 years ago, which led to a new...
Cultivating the Cutting Edge
Just how innovative is this industry? Though it seems like the business of garment decorating hasn’t evolved much during the years, the fact is that everything is in a constant state of change. It can be easy to miss new developments when you’re locked down in your...
Heritage Sportswear Releases 2018 Fashion Tee Catalog
Heritage Sportswear, Hebron, Ohio, released Fashion Tees 2018,a Zoom catalog flip book focused on fashion tees and current trends. Brands highlighted in this new edition include Anvil, American Apparel, BELLA + CANVAS, Next Level Apparel and LAT Apparel. The 2018...
Teamwork Athletic Apparel Appoints New National Sales Director
Teamwork Athletic Apparel, San Marcos, Calif., has announced Jeff James as the new national sales director for its leadership team. A former Stanford All-American football player and NFL wide receiver for the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys, James also has 20 years...











