Embroidery is the art of embellishing a piece of apparel with a needle and thread or yarn creating stunning visual representations of various types of art. This is achieved by converting logos in a digitizing software and using various stitch patterns, angles, density and stitch types to create depth, movement and detail. Thread can be made from many materials. The most commonly used threads are polyester and rayon. There are also options such as metallic, cotton, nylon, silk and even Nomex thread for fire resistance. Embroidery has a very high-perceived value and is popular for use on most apparel, bags, hats, luggage, blankets and more!

An imprinting method in which the image is transferred to the fabric. Ink is squeegeed through a stenciled screen stretched over a frame and then cured in a dryer.

Within this style are blended fabrics in some colors, low-cure poly inks are required. Grey or black bleed blockers may be necessary. Avoid hot stacking when decorating 100% polyester, blends, and pigment/garment dye fabrics.

A graphic, name and or number applied to a textile with a heat press. Great for quantities of any size, sports name and numbering, fashion, performance wear, print on demand programs and on-site decorating events.

For colors that are blended fabrics, heat transfers with low cure adhesive and bleed blockers are required for this product.

Direct to garment (DTG) is the art of printing a graphic directly onto a piece of apparel using digital ink jet technology. A DTG Printer is similar to a large ink jet printer that uses specialized inks and garment pre-treatments that allow the ink to adhere and stay vibrant. This decoration method is ideal for art that is designed in full color with fades, shadows, gradients, high detail and photo realistic elements. DTG is primarily used on cotton fabrics, however recent advancements in technology have made printing on cotton/poly blends and 100% polyester possible.

Due to possible staining and discoloration, consult with your equipment manufacturer and test print prior to production.
DTG printing generally requires a high cotton content to achieve success. This style contains some colors that are blends, check the product description for details.

Embossing uses a metal-engraved die along with a combination of time and temperature to create a design that will not fade or wash away. An embossed logo is made when the areas surrounding the logo are pressed, creating a puffed or raised look. This method works well on cotton, polyester, leather, pleather, fleece and polar fleece fabrics. It is an extremely upscale look and a fresh alternative to traditional decorating techniques.

100% cotton, mid-to-heavy weight, is the most desirable for emboss/deboss. Polyester is best debossed. Avoid lightweight or highly stretchable fabrics.

Debossing uses a metal-engraved die along with a combination of time, temperature and pressure to create a design that will not fade or wash away. A debossed design is made when a logo is pressed into the fabric, creating an impression. This method works well on cotton, polyester, leather, pleather, fleece and polar fleece fabrics. It is a high-end look and an alternative to traditional decorating techniques.

100% cotton, mid-to-heavy weight, is the most desirable for emboss/deboss. Polyester is best debossed. Avoid lightweight or highly stretchable fabrics.