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Erich Campbell Embroidery Digitizing

Preventing Embroidery Digitizing Disasters: Part 1

Successful embroidery requires a holistic approach, matching materials and the thread path

Process and Technique February 17
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Side-by-side comparison of a white screen print versus dye-migrated print on dark fabric, showing polyester dye migration discoloration

How Low-Cure Inks Stop Dye Migration When Printing on Polyester

Low-cure inks aren’t to be overlooked, they are transformative for screen printers

Process and Technique February 10
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Veteran decorator and screen-printing guru Charlie Taublieb is both the principal of Taublieb Consulting.

Common Screen Printing Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

It’s the ‘little’ things that can make all the difference when running a custom-decorating business

Process and Technique September 19
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Lawson Screen Printing & Digital Products Inc

10 DTF Printing Mistakes You’re Making (And How to Fix Them Fast)!

Anticipating problems and troubleshooting solutions are the keys to unlocking game-changing DTF printing

Process and Technique September 17
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A How-to Guide and Introduction to Custom Machine Embroidery Digitizing

Even if you plan on outsourcing your embroidery digitizing, it’s important to know how the process works If…

Process and Technique September 16
Commercial Machine Embroidery hoop

Avoiding and Fixing Machine Embroidery Hoop Burn

A combination of careful hooping and a number of possible corrective measures are the key to bringing this…

Process and Technique August 12
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A printer in action demonstrating the essential role of squeegee angle and pressure in achieving crisp, consistent prints. Photo courtesy of International Coatings

Mastering the Squeegee: The Unsung Hero of Screen Printing

Although the squeegee may seem simplistic, it's the crucial tool that transforms ink into vibrant, precise prints—impacting every…

Process and Technique August 7
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Commercial Custom Machine Embroidery Tips, Tricks & Must Haves

A look at some of the tools every professional needs to run an efficient, profitable custom embroidery business…

Process and Technique August 6
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Custom T-shirt Screen Printing and Screen Reclamation

The job of prepping a custom T-shirt shop’s screen-printing screens for re-use is critical to success Screen reclamation,…

Process and Technique August 5
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series