Best GSM for T-Shirts
The best GSM for a T-shirt is the one that fits what the shirt has to do. For most everyday tees, a midweight fabric of roughly 160–220 GSM is a safe starting point. G...
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Factory journal
Guides to turn an idea into a clear brief, from colour choices to customisation details.
Embroidery
What Is Embroidery?
Embroidery is a way of decorating fabric by stitching a design into it with thread. In apparel, it is done by computer-controlled machines that sew logos, lettering an...
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Digital printing
DTF vs DTG vs Screen Printing
Screen printing is usually best for larger runs of designs with few colours. DTG is best for small runs of detailed, full-colour designs on cotton. DTF is best for sma...
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Screen printing
What is puff printing?
Puff printing is a screen printing technique that makes a design rise off the fabric. A special additive is mixed into the ink, and when the print is heated during cur...
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Transfer
What Is DTF Printing?
DTF, short for direct-to-film, is a transfer printing method. The design is printed onto a special PET film, coated with an adhesive powder, cured, and then heat-press...
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Digital printing
What Is DTG Printing?
DTG printing jets water-based ink straight onto a garment, like an inkjet printer for fabric. Learn how it works, why pretreatment matters, and when to use it.
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Screen printing
What Is Screen Printing?
For clothing brands and merch businesses, screen printing is usually the most cost- effective choice once an order reaches a few hundreds pieces or more
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