Decoration laboratory

The artwork is only half the decision.

Thread, ink, heat and surface each change how a graphic feels, ages and holds its character on the garment.

Test the three core routes
Close detail of embroidery on fabric
01Thread becomes structure

Live material selector

See the technique before you choose its vocabulary.

Move between embroidery, screen print and digital print. The gallery holds the visual evidence; the index below names the specialist routes.

24 production methods

A working vocabulary for the conversation with your factory.

01

Embroidery

Thread, relief and dimensional construction

01

Flat Embroidery

Classic technique, clean lines, ideal for logos and text

02

3D / Puff Embroidery

Raised design using foam for a dimensional effect

03

Chenille

Textured, fuzzy finish resembling varsity lettering

04

Chain Stitch

Vintage aesthetic with looped stitches, popular for workwear

05

Appliqué

Fabric patches stitched onto the garment for layered designs

06

All-Over Embroidery

Large-area coverage for statement pieces

02

Screen Printing

Ink, mesh and controlled layers

01

Water-Based

Soft hand feel, eco-friendly, integrates into the fabric

02

Plastisol

Vibrant, opaque colours. Industry standard

03

Glow-in-the-Dark

Photoluminescent ink that charges and glows

04

Puff Ink

Expands when heat-cured for raised 3D texture

05

Discharge

Removes dye and replaces with colour for ultra-soft feel

06

Foil

Metallic finish for reflective, premium designs

07

High-Density

Thick, rubber-like raised print for bold branding

08

Flock

Velvet-textured finish with short fibers

09

CMYK / Simulated Process

Full-colour photographic prints

03

Digital Printing

Unlimited colour and photographic detail

01

DTG (Direct-to-Garment)

Inkjet printing directly onto fabric, ideal for cotton

02

DTF (Direct-to-Film)

Printed onto film then heat-transferred, works on any fabric

03

Sublimation

Dye infuses into polyester for permanent all-over prints

04

Vinyl / Heat Transfer

Cut or printed vinyl, ideal for names and small runs

04

Specialty Techniques

Material effects outside the standard print lane

01

Laser Cutting / Engraving

Precision cuts and surface etching

02

Woven & Printed Patches

Custom patches, sewn or heat-applied

03

Rubber / Silicone Prints

Durable, flexible raised prints

04

Reflective Prints

3M-style reflective material for visibility

05

Distressing / Vintage Wash

Enzyme, stone, and acid wash aesthetics

The right route is product-specific

Bring the artwork.
We will test
the method.

The same design can feel entirely different in thread, water-based ink or a dimensional finish. Start with the garment and intended result.

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