Adding dimension to any graphic design can completely enhance the visual appearance of the graphic and make it more desirable. When preparing art that will be used with an embossed graphic, it is important to take a moment to understand how the artwork needs to be...
A fun project you can tackle with your DTG is to brand your own line of shirts. Removing the existing label and printing your own custom logo or your customer’s logo in its place can give shirts that special touch. First, you will need to create a “riser” platen to...
Has athleisure taken over as the new fleecewear when it comes to challenging embroidery? Probably so, since most of the questions we get from embroiderers revolve around the difficulties of dealing with the slinky, stretchy, slippery stuff. But there was a time when...
Stripes. Are. Back. That's right. The design trend made its presence known during the spring 2017 season and shows no sign of fading. This isn’t shocking news. Stripes are perennials of the fashion world — they never really go out of style. Why should they? Stripes...
Instead of using the conventional methods of alignment and placement — like eyeing design placement and hoping for the best, or using a paper printout — you can use embroidery itself to ensure accurate garment placement. Most digitizing software applications offer an...
Performancewear isn’t a fad. In fact, the term “athleisure” — where work clothes meet workout attire — is seen on printed signs in retail stores, guiding buyers to the comfortable, drapey, clothing that has gained so much popularity recently. The fabrics used in...
Editor’s Note: While this article discusses the benefits and advantages of using water-based inks, it is not meant to discredit the viability of other ink types. As always, Impressions encourages you to research all ink types to make the best decision for your...
There recently has been a virtual explosion of personalization, including monograms, in many decorating disciplines. From heat-applied vinyl initials on rain boots to custom sterling silver monogrammed jewelry, social media has helped fuel the demand for...
