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What is screenprinting?
Screenprinting, also known as silk screening, is a popular and versatile printing method used to transfer designs onto various surfaces, such as fabric, paper, plastic, and metal. It involves pushing ink through a fine mesh screen, which has areas blocked off by a stencil or template, creating the desired design or pattern.
What is embroidery?
Embroidery is a decorative technique that involves stitching designs, patterns, or logos onto fabric using a needle and thread or specialized embroidery machines. It adds texture, dimension, and visual appeal to various items, such as apparel, accessories, and home decor.
What is sublimation?
Sublimation is a printing process that involves transferring dye onto various materials, such as fabric, ceramics, or metal, using heat and pressure. Unlike traditional printing methods, sublimation allows for full-color, high-resolution designs to be infused directly into the material, resulting in vibrant and long-lasting graphics.
What is CAD cutting?
CAD cutting, also known as computer-aided design cutting, is a precise and efficient method of cutting various materials using computer-controlled machines. It involves using specialized equipment, such as a CNC (Computer Numerical Control) cutter or plotter, to accurately cut out designs or patterns from vinyl.
What is direct-to-garment printing?
Direct-to-garment (DTG) printing is a modern printing technique that involves printing digital designs directly onto garments using specialized inkjet printers. Unlike traditional screenprinting, which requires the creation of screens for each color, DTG printing allows for full-color, detailed prints without the need for multiple screens or color separations.
What is spin art?
Spin art is a unique and dynamic form of art that involves spinning a canvas or paper rapidly while applying paint or ink to create mesmerizing patterns and designs. It's a technique that T-Zigns, etc. is intimately familiar with, as we began our journey as a spin art business back in 1989.