The Fort Worth Impressions tradeshow was the place to be in late October. Attendance was up and there was a great vibe and energy on the show floor. People were looking for new and great ideas from the industry, and in the SanMar booth customers were excited to see our Fall launch. Ink Kitchen & … Continued

The Printing United Expo returned to Las Vegas in September 2024, bringing with it an exhaustive amount of content, stories, announcements and education. The SanMar Decorator Solutions Team was on-hand to capture the big stories that caught our attention, from the latest in Direct To Film technology to advances in embroidery and screenprinting.

To outsource Direct To Film transfers, or print them in-house? That is the question. From time savings to long-term costs, there’s a lot to consider. Let’s take a closer look at your options and see if it’s a good time to make the switch from buyer to producer.

Over the last five years or so, the Decorator Solutions Team has written articles about new and trending decoration, software, consumables, and equipment in the marketplace. As all these things have evolved over the years, trending decoration methods have created new challenges for decorators. Let’s take a fresh look at where you can find education … Continued

Contract decoration is a provided service, rooted in time. When it comes to pricing, there are few who know the “right way” to approach it, meaning that pricing may vary wildly from one decorator to another. Let’s take a closer look at a few variant pricing options that contract decorators are starting to explore to help address their customers’ needs consistently.

The Impressions Expo set up shop at the Atlantic City Convention Center for two and a half days in March with a full schedule of conferences, seminars, shop talks, demonstrations, and discussions. There were plenty of people to meet and so much new technology to learn about. Here’s what the SanMar team saw when we were there.

January’s flagship decoration tradeshow delivered in typical fashion, kicking off the year with the unveiling of new equipment, accessories, and consumables. It’s impossible to showcase all the innovations the manufacturers and suppliers brought, so we’ll review the highlights within each corner of the decoration world. Direct To Film (DTF) Still dominating the industry, DTF’s ever-expanding … Continued

Polyester fabrics have become ubiquitous in our modern world, adorning everything from clothing to upholstery. This popularity stems from its durability, affordability, and versatility. However, not all polyester fabrics are created equal, especially when it comes to compatibility with dye sublimation printing. Dye sub is a popular decoration method that molecularly bonds a design’s ink … Continued

Distributors are looking for decorators they can trust, while decorators need to keep orders moving through their business. Let’s explore some important questions to ask and ways that decorators can use their websites and marketing efforts to balance what distributors are looking for in a reliable business partner with what decorators need to do their work.

When the competition presents your loyal customer with a flashy webstore, find out how you can be ready to respond with an online shopping experience tailored to their every need. From look and feel to managing the flow of inventory, there are many factors to consider when you’re building the best webstore.