The past few years have brought changes to almost every industry, and decorated garment production is no exception. With the rapid rise of e-commerce came an increased demand for specialty printed and short run decorated apparel, and direct-to-garment (DTG) printers...
When the weather is warm, savvy embroiderers turn their thoughts to jackets and gear up to make some masterpieces. Wait… what?? When Summer is when distributors introduce their fall jacket line-up, so August is the time to make your jacket marketing plan for the...
STAHLS’, St. Clair Shores, Mich., recently released PVC Patches, as another custom transfer option in the company’s Emblems & Patches product line. PVC Patches are high-end, dimensional patches that appeal to a wide range of markets, according to the company....
With this month’s On Design, we travel deep into the jungles of Central Mexico, harkening back to an ancient time where the Aztecs roamed the earth whilst building a formidable empire. “Tree Love Azteca” helms from Dallas-based Embroidery Graphix. The...
The approach to garment design and fabrications as we move through 2022 into 2023, once again, yields to the younger Gen-Z and Millennial demographics. Product development continues to be driven by a continued emphasis on color, higher cotton content and, of course,...
While many aspects of life have slowed down during the pandemic, apparel decoration has seen considerable growth. Despite facing supply chain issues, material shortages, and other detrimental factors, the apparel industry is booming with opportunities for decorators...
ColDesi, Inc., Tampa, Fla., announced the release of the all new DigitalHeat FX DTF-24H4 high volume direct-to-film (DTF) printer. High volume automated DTF printers have an integrated roll-fed film printer and an integrated hot melt applicator and belt dryer....
Sun Chemical, Parsippany, N.J., recently released its Summer 2022 Regulatory Newsletter for customers. Some of the regulations featured in the newsletter include: • Delayed Revision of European Union Food-Contact Material Legislation • Prohibition of Titanium Dioxide...
S&S Activewear, Bolingbrook, Ill., is adding a 200,000-square-foot distribution center in West Chester Township, Ohio, to its operations. Located just outside Cincinnati, the facility will expand the supplier’s distribution network and improve service levels while...
Made Lab, Fort Worth, Texas, has partnered with Japan-based Matsui International Company to expand education and product immersion. The new partnership strives to bring awareness to sustainable practices, an increase in education to the apparel decoration market, and...
CorelDRAW Graphics Suite, Ottawa, Canada, has introduced several valuable updates for subscribers. These updates allow individuals to maximize their creativity and productivity, while remaining connected with clients and colleagues in an ever-increasing world of...
HanesBrands (HBI), Winston-Salem, N.C., has announced a new primary apparel partnership with the University of Southern California (USC). The 10-year agreement gives HBI exclusive rights in the mass and mid-tier retail channels to develop consumer-driven collections...
