Direct to garment (DTG) is possibly our most flexible print method, with a number of acceptable file formats. We recommend providing all artwork in vector format, however we can accept other formats providing they are high enough quality (300dpi or more). We advise sending files over in .ai, .eps, .psd, or .pdf format. We use […]
When embroidering onto garments, we advise providing all artwork in vector format, as this ensures the best and most accurate results. We accept .ai & .eps vector files, as well as vector PDF files. In some cases we are able to use .PSD files, of 300dpi or more. Vector artwork ensures the highest quality end […]
When screen printing, for the best and most accurate print results we advise providing artwork in vector format. The accepted vector file format includes, .ai & .eps files, we also accept vector PDF files. In some circumstances we are able to print from .PSD files, of 300dpi or more. This is partly a result of […]
If you are the person in your organisation that is responsible for ordering uniform, then you’ll appreciate it can be a bit of a hassle and take a fair bit of time. The process normally entails endless chains of emails, alongside the difficulty of remembering product codes, names and colours, or filling out complicated forms. […]
Often during the process of making an order customers ask us if they will get some kind of digital mockup to approve before they make their order. In short, the answer is yes, you will normally be provided with a digital mockup for your approval. There are some occasions where digital mockups are not suitable, […]
Unfortunately, this is quite confusing. So to paraphrase the great Sheldon Cooper: “all Fairtrade is fair trade, but not all fair trade is Fairtrade”. And “fairly traded” that’s a term all on its own. Fairtrade is a brand of the Fairtrade Foundation, the organisation that governs the fair trade movement in the UK. In other […]
As specialists in Organic Fairtrade clothing, we live and breathe Fairtrade and its philosophy. However, we often get this question posed to us. So we’ve decided to write a simple explanation, in plain English, that says “What is Fairtrade” and “What is Fairtrade not”. We think you might be surprised by the answer. The Fairtrade […]
This is part 2 of our How To Start A Fashion Brand series. In it, we share helpful hints and tips on everything you need to start your own business selling t-shirts (or other garments). In part 1, we started with an introductory overview that covered all of the aspects of running your own fashion […]
You have a business, maybe you’re just starting out, or maybe things have been going well for a while. Either way, you want it to stand out. You want to make sure that when people see you and your team, they know exactly who it is doing the job. You’ve got your logo outside your […]
In the research that we have conducted, and in our day to day operations, we have noticed that there is a perception that ethical clothing, such as Fairtrade and organic clothing is more expensive. At client meetings, on the phone and by email we hear “I really want to buy Fairtrade, but I’m just not […]
