Choosing The Right Screen Printing Ink
It's unbelievable how many different screen printing inks are out there today and frankly, it can be a little mind boggling! But when it comes to screen printing (even if it's just as a hobby), it is really important [...]
Choosing The Right Machine Embroidery Thread
Shopping for machine embroidery thread can be a mission. Let's face it, stopping at the thread rack can feel like going to the candy store because there are so many choices and colors! It's easy to feel a little [...]
5 Mistakes To Avoid When Screen Printing
Nobody is perfect, we all make mistakes and when it comes to screen printing, it's no different. Screen printing is a laborious process that takes practice and patience to master and even the most experienced screen printers make mistakes from [...]
10 Reasons Why You May Need to Print Custom T-shirts
Having been in business for nearly 15 years, one of the most common questions we get is why you may need to print custom t-shirts. Well, the answer is quite simple; creating custom printed t-shirts is a great way [...]
Machine Embroidery (Tips for Starters)
What's so great about machine embroidery? Well, there are many things to consider. First, machine embroidery is an embroidery process where a sewing machine or embroidery machine is used to create patterns on textiles. Oftentimes, machine embroidery is used [...]
Tools You Will Need to Make Your Own Embroideries
Embroidery is an art and if you appreciate crafts, you might really enjoy embroidery! Embroidery is the method used for decorating fabrics with a needle and a thread. This article will discuss the very basics of hand embroidery tools. So, what are [...]
Screen Printing at Home (For Fun)
Are you the type of person who enjoys arts and crafts as a hobby? Well, you might find that screen printing at home is a great form of arts and crafts that is fun, creative and easy. Screen printing is a basic [...]
Design Files Are Important
Design files are important because high quality artwork is crucial in the screen printing process, and the design file can impact your artwork significantly. Afterall, the major selling point for any clothing brand or retail company is the printing [...]
Plastisol Ink or Water Based Ink
Let's talk about ink in the world of screen printing! Before the 1970's, water based ink was predominantly used. Many printers lean toward water based printing mostly because of the environmentally friendly advantages and soft hand. But, what about [...]
Learn Screen Printing Terminology
So, you've decided you want to try screen printing. That's great! Screen printing is a lot of fun and a great way to use your creativity to express yourself artistically. Now what? Where do you even begin? Sometimes the hardest [...]