Difference Between Embroidery & Cross Stitch: Which one is better?

The debate between thread and needle enthusiasts about the best stitching technique among embroidery, cross stitch and needlepoint, might not be as old as man, but it’s historic nonetheless. The debate itself is highly subjective because of the subtle yet important differences – while embroidery seems to be easier, cross stitch supposedly has more health

What is silkscreen printing? Is it different from screen printing?

Screen printing is one of the most commercialized, and frankly, the most fun ways of apparel printing. From making exciting graphic tees for your next group concert to a fun-loving work vibe uniform for your employees – you can do so much with screen printing. But which screen printing technique is better and more cost-effective?

Screen Printing 101: What is the best mesh for the job?

Honestly, I love doing screen printing. The entire process, from burning screens to squeegee-ing the ink, is so much fun. And don’t even get me started on rendering perfect designs in one shot. But that doesn’t happen every time, does it? The output of screen printing depends heavily on your screen, the artwork, and the

Are screen printing chemicals harmful? How safe is screen printing?

Screen printing is a fantastic technique to put stunning designs on your t-shirts, but there’s always one teeny-tiny downside. If it’s not done correctly, screen printing can be dangerous to the environment and humans. The printing industry itself is filled with many chemicals in the colours and dyes that are used. And, screen printing is

Here’s How To Make A Custom Name Tag / Bar – DIY Guide

Your average DIY guides require quite a bit of art and craft skills to cut costs and make-do without industrial machinery, but not this one. Making custom name tags and name bars is actually easier than you might think. Yes, I’m talking about the superior quality name bars that you see on sports jerseys and

Embroidery Hoops: Are they reusable? What to do with the old ones?

Embroidery has always been my go-to pastime activity. I’ve been in the apparel printing and designing industry for forty years here in Vancouver, and I like to embroider both ways – with hoops and without a hoop. Speaking of hoops, they’re pretty neat when it comes to embroidery tools. Of course, they make some types

Dye Sublimation Printing Guide: What is it & how does it work?

Dye-sublimation printing is one of the hottest (pun intended) printing methods this year. This quick guide will teach you everything about dye-sublimation printing that I’ve learned in the last four decades as a professional printer.

How long does vinyl printing last? How can you stop vinyl from fading?

The best thing about vinyl printing is that it’s so versatile and pretty much anyone can do it. With a compatible sheet and any inkjet printer, you can print designs on reflective vinyl sheets and paste them onto your apparel (t-shirts, hoodies, etc.), windows, and even cars. In theory, you can do vinyl printing from

Gradients in Screen Printing: Halftones, Blending Colors & More

Screen printing is one of the cheapest and easiest methods to print quality designs on your t-shirts. But complex designs like gradients and blending colours can get a tad bit confusing. This guide explains how to print gradients and blend various colours in screen printing.

Best Clothes for Construction Workers: What Should You Buy?

Working in the line of construction and manual labour is physically taxing and even dangerous at times. To keep safe, construction workers need specialized workwear that’s a bit different from regular work clothes. In this guide, I’ll walk you through the types of construction clothes that you should consider buying and the best brands to buy them from.

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