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Remedies to Remove Stubborn Shirt Stains

Remedies to Remove Stubborn Shirt Stains

Posted: October 16, 2015 |

Have you ever noticed that, no matter how hard you try, yellow collar and underarms stains just won’t come out? Do you use all the detergent and pre-soakers in the world, but still no luck? Well you’re not alone; there are many people around the world who suffer through this as you do. The only difference is that they aren’t about to find the perfect methods to overcome these stains like you are. The following are some safe-to-use remedies which can help to lift those tough underarm and c... [ read more ]

 Polo Shirt Wearing Guide for Men

Polo Shirt Wearing Guide for Men

Posted: October 16, 2015 |

Do you want a shirt that you can wear almost anywhere? Need it to come in a range of colors? If you didn’t know, the polo shirt is a timeless and classic clothing piece which is great for wearing at almost any outing or occasion. For men, the polo shirt is a go-to attire which can give you both a formal or casual look, depending on how you wear it. These days, there are many different styles of polo shirts available, which come with a variety of sleeve lengths, collars, buttons, fabric col... [ read more ]

Fabric Dye Buying Guide for Beginners

Fabric Dye Buying Guide for Beginners

Posted: October 16, 2015 |

Have you ever seen a colorful shirt that looked like it came from the 1970s? Ever wanted to try tie dyeing a shirt yourself? Tie dyeing is the process in which you add colorful dye to fabric to help enhance its overall aesthetic appeal. During this process the color integrates within the fabric fibres of the clothing through absorption, dispersion, or chemical reaction. Tie dyeing a shirt correctly comes down to the tie dyeing method used and the dye that you purchase. It’s important to know... [ read more ]

Why You Should Have Company Shirts

Why You Should Have Company Shirts

Posted: October 5, 2015 |

If you are thinking about what to get your employees for a Christmas or holiday present, why not consider a company shirt? If your employees don’t have a shirt or hat, or something with your logo on it, then you are missing out on a number of perks. Company shirts don’t have to mean that you lack a fashion sense, nor do they have to make your team look lame. Company shirts are actually beneficial: They can boost morale in your employees, and, at the same time, promote your business. Maybe ... [ read more ]

What to Consider When Buying Wholesale

What to Consider When Buying Wholesale

Posted: October 5, 2015 |

If you are in the business of designing or selling t-shirts, or are thinking about starting, you should consider buying your shirts wholesale. Buying a large quantity at a low price is great way to not only save money, but also design more shirts to sell. But, buying wholesale might not be the best option for every business or company. Before you go out and buy 500 blank t-shirts, there are certain things that you should consider. The Fabric There are many different types of fabric that ... [ read more ]

How to Market Your T-Shirts

How to Market Your T-Shirts

Posted: October 5, 2015 |

The fact is that the t-shirt business is huge. It is reported that branded or decorated apparel brings in $40 billion dollars a year. To put that into perspective for you, the music industry rakes in about $31 billion. If you are a creative person, who has a passion for design, being a t-shirt designer can be a great way to make some extra money, or from which to make a career. Out of all the different creative industries, as stated, the t-shirt industry is one of the most profitable, and i... [ read more ]

Different Types of Fabric for T-Shirts

Different Types of Fabric for T-Shirts

Posted: October 5, 2015 |

There are a lot of different factors that people consider when designing t-shirts for whatever reason. You need to consider the design itself, and then how and where you will print the t-shirts, but one of the most overlooked factors that people need to consider is the t-shirt itself. There are a lot of different types of t-shirts out there that you can use to print your designs. Each one is going to have different pros and cons, and it doesn’t mean that one is necessarily better than the ot... [ read more ]

20 Facts That You Might Not Know About T-Shirts

20 Facts That You Might Not Know About T-Shirts

Posted: October 5, 2015 |

Today, the t-shirt is one of the most popular items of clothing in the world. Actually, it is the second, right behind underwear. But, just because the t-shirt is one of the most popular items in our wardrobes, that doesn’t mean we know a lot about them. Well, not to fret. Here are the 20 most interesting facts about t-shirts that you probably don’t know. 1. The t-shirt is an evolution of long underwear, or union suits. These were popular in the early 19th century, and people began separati... [ read more ]

How to Tie-Dye a Shirt

How to Tie-Dye a Shirt

Posted: September 30, 2015 |

Tie-dyeing a shirt is one the easiest and quickest ways to upgrade a basic top. Practically anything can be tie-dyed, from pillow cases to bedsheets, shoes, tops, t-shirts, and bags. The tie-dye technique is a modern term that was invented in the United States in the 1960s, although this technique was found to have been in existence since the 8th century in Japan and 810AD in Peru. Modern psychedelic tie-dye became a fad in the 1960s after rock stars such as Janis Joplin and John Sebastian st... [ read more ]

T-shirt Designing 101

T-shirt Designing 101

Posted: August 25, 2015 |

Deciding how to expertly use your creative talents to create your own business? Perhaps you should consider trying your hand at T-shirt designing. If you wish to be your own boss, make a nice profit, and are talented in graphic design or illustration, this may be the calling for you! It may not be the traditional art form, but think of blank t-shirts as your canvases. They are just awaiting your awesome designs! Especially with all the social media forums and constant access to the Internet... [ read more ]