What We’re Reading – Mixed Media Printing with Direct-to-Film, Balance Seasonal Demands in Your Shop, and More
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This Week’s Top Headlines – November 20, 2023
- alphabroder Gives Back to Local Community with Thanksgiving Partnership
- Fruit of the Loom Donates Over 150,000 Apparel Items to Support Humanitarian Efforts
- HanesBrands Receives Insurance Compensation Following 2022 Ransomware Attack
- STAHLS’ Announces Integration with Chipply
- New Vice President of Sourcing and Product Development at SanMar Draws on Decades of Global Experience
- Nazdar Celebrates Double Honors at PRINTING United Expo 2023
- HanesBrands Appoints Three New Independent Directors
Curated Content from Around the Industry
Sustainable Apparel Coalition CEO Amina Razvi to Step Down
The executive, who helmed the organization through a greenwashing controversy centered on its sustainability tools, will step down on Dec. 29.
TUTORIAL: Direct-to-Film and Mixed Media
Combining multiple methods to decorate a single garment can really give an extra dimension to one standalone technique.
Phillies Player’s Son Unveils His Latest T-shirt Design for Charity
Liam Castellanos, son of Phillies outfielder Nick Castellanos, was known for his artistic ability while his dad was in Cincinnati.
Filling “Blank Space” with Heavy Water
From his ethical sourcing of quality beans, to his finely-tuned roasts, tasty concoctions, and group runs & rides, owner Tim Riley strives to build real community, connected through coffee and meaningful merch worth living in.
How to Balance Seasonal Demand Swings in Your Print Shop
For many print shops, the post-holiday sales slump in January is very real and concerning.
VIDEO: Behind The Screens | Episode 13: The Ins and Outs of Triblends
What makes up a triblend? What is this fabric ideal for?
PODCAST: 5 Big Challenges New POD Sellers Must Overcome
From organization to picking a supplier, there are many hurdles you’ll face in the beginning. The key here is to simply take action and do the next thing that will move you closer to your goal.
Ultimate Swag Screen Print & Embroidery Announces NCL Merch National Licensing
The national licensing agreement allows Ultimate Swag Screen Printing & Embroidery to print and sell branded merchandise for the National Charity League (NCL), a California-based national nonprofit that facilitates volunteering opportunities and leadership experiences for mothers and daughters.
