Direct-to-film (DTF) printing has really made a strong impression on the custom apparel decoration industry. It’s quickly become a more popular option for entry-level custom apparel printing than the more expensive direct-to-garment (DTG) option. Given DTF’s comparable quality to DTG printing and at a fraction of the overall entry costs, it’s no wonder why people…
If you own a printing business, you may have read about the differences between screen printing and direct-to-garment (DTG) printing from various sources. Many of these sources provided estimates to illustrate the cost differences between these two types of printing. While helpful, it doesn’t paint an accurate picture of the differences because they didn’t factor…
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When direct-to-garment (DTG) printing was still new, one of the most affordable ways to get started with it was to use a converted printer. A converted printer is an inkjet desktop printer converted to print using DTG inks and apparel substrates. They are also known as repurposed DTG printers. A seller of these repurposed printers…
It’s hard to imagine a time when a medical breakthrough would potentially drive the apparel industry to an upside. However, Ozempic – a drug used for diabetes and weight loss – has recently been gaining significant popularity online and is even known as a celebrity weight loss drug. The impact of Ozempic may extend beyond…
Starting a screen-printing business can be challenging, from printing the perfect high-quality designs to keeping up with clients’ orders, following up with shipping orders, and marketing your business. We understand how tasking it can be to incorporate the best screen printing software into your business. There are a ton of software out there that claim…
Recession fears have rebounded with how the economic climate has turned out over the course of the year. Consumer savings and spending have dwindled substantially as corporate revenues declined, even though the labor market is still looking rather robust amidst the tech sector’s layoffs. If anything, the current economic outlook is mixed, with some quarters…
Key Points The apparel industry isn’t doing well, with consumer spending weakening even more since August Weaker consumer spending is weakening corporate revenues, which leads to weaker incomes Recession fears are coming back as economic woes continue. Be prudent with your business expenditures The economic climate is still looking mixed as more consumers aim to…
If you are into the custom apparel business, you probably have heard much about direct-to-garment (DTG) printing. You may have seen YouTube videos promoting its impressive print quality and the high profit margins you can earn – as though DTG is a magical MacGuffin that prints money to your benefit. Unfortunately, most custom t-shirt apparel…
Key Points The apparel industry has winners and losers, with the former crediting solid products/marketing while the latter blames economic uncertainty Consumer spending is still OK, but the economic outlook isn’t looking too rosy Data indicates expectations of a downturn by year-end are gaining traction; be prepared for anything The overall economic outlook looks a…
There are many choices for direct-to-garment (DTG) printers available in the market. Whether you need an affordable printer within your budget range or have the means for something more powerful (like a Kornit), you’re bound to find something that suits your print shop’s needs. Unlike buying a manual/automatic screen printing press, buying the wrong DTG…
