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Apparel decorator using a heat press to apply a transfer to a T-shirt

Automated Heat Pressing: The Next Step in High-Volume Apparel Production

As DTF moves into larger production runs, automated heat-press systems are helping decorators tackle one of the process’s…

Build Your Business September 22
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Melco commercial single-head embroidery machines configured for multi-machine apparel production

How to Choose the Best Commercial Embroidery Machine for Your Shop

From needle count and sewing speed to single-head vs. multi-head configurations, here’s what apparel decorators should consider when…

Build Your Business September 17
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Brother DTRX commercial direct-to-film printer with integrated DTF transfer production system

Commercial DTF Printers: How to Choose the Right System for Your Shop

From print speed and color capabilities to maintenance and floor space, here’s what apparel decorators should consider when…

Build Your Business September 16
Shirt Lab master class creating online stores for custom decorated apparel shops

Shirt Lab Las Vegas Master Class to Focus on Online Custom Apparel Stores

Hoping to turn your decorated apparel business’s online stores into a profitable, scalable revenue engine? Look no further…

Build Your Business September 14
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How Custom Apparel Heat Printing Drives On-Demand Activations

Boost you brand and your bottom line by giving customers the personalized apparel experiences they want Print-on-demand models…

Build Your Business September 14
Commercial custom machine embroidery shop

Commercial Embroidery 101: Getting Your Business Off on the Right Foot

A well-organized embroidery is critical to a commercial shop’s longterm sucess  Think through what you want out of…

Build Your Business September 11
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Speed is the New Advantage: How AI is Changing the Custom Decorated Apparel Industry

From websites and quoting to sales and operations, AI is helping commercial apparel decorators move faster and make…

Build Your Business September 11
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Next Level Apparel 9303 Santa Barbara Hoodie in forest green featuring a pullover design with drawcord hood and kangaroo pocket.

From Blank to Branded: Designing Apparel with Decoration in Mind

Next Level Apparel’s Michael Niemann explains how fabric, garment construction and manufacturing decisions shape decoration performance across screen…

Build Your Business September 11
Embroidery machines in a custom commercial embroidery shop

Creating an Effective Workspace for Your Commercial Embroidery Shop

Establishing well-organized production and order management areas is critical to running a successful custom embroidery business Every embroidery…

Build Your Business September 10
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