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Get the most from your personalised printed clothing

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Do you know the best way to guarantee high-quality printed images or logos on your clothing?   Use a file type called a Vector file. Also known as an EPS file or high-resolution PDF, vector files are designed to be high resolution and result in a sharp, clear and non-blurry image or logo on your garment. But what if you don't have access to a vector file?  This is more common than you think. Most company logos and designs are created as JPEG / PNG files (or raster files), so they can be used on websites and social media. These files are typically low resolution to ensure they load quickly online; but blow them up for printing on a garment and you’ll soon see the loss of definition and blurry lines! A top tip to check if your logo is high resolution enough for printing is to zoom in on it. If the image stays crisp, you’re good to go, if the image goes blurry, it may need redrawing. Below is an illustration of the difference between a vector file and a raster file. The raster f...

What Determines the Price of T-Shirt Printing? The three factors you need to consider

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  If you’re reading this you’ve probably started thinking about personalised t-shirts for your business, organisation or event and are setting a budget.   Three main factors contribute towards the price of printed t-shirts:  1.  Quality of the blank T-shirt  2. Number of print positions 3. Total number of shirts needed 1. Quality of the blank T-shirt:  Not all t-shirts are created equal and while we use the same print methods on all shirts the blank product we start with will vary. Budget t-shirts are lighter weight material with single stitched seams and a unisex cut. Budget shirts are good for giveaways but not well suited for work wear. A durable premium t-shirt with twin stitched seams and smoother fabric will prove better value. 2. Number of print positions:  It’s cheapest to have one printed logo on the left breast but depending on how the t-shirt will be used you may be missing valuable exposure for your brand. E.g., a Barista in a coffee...