What are my Embroidery Options?

June 17th, 2010

Embroidery is rooted from way back. You needed a thread/yarn and a needle, then you were set to embroider. Nowadays, embroidery is a popular hobby and the embroidered accessories are used on commercial wares and to stylize clothing, but usually the finished product has been made by a machine. It is easier to learn how to embroider these days if you have the right equipment, but just like anything else; one must master embroidery by practicing and becoming patient with the setup as with the entire process.

 

There are two options you have. One is Free Motion Sewing Machine Embroidery. Free Motion Sewing Machine Embroidery involves using a basic zigzag technique with a normal sewing machine. This takes a super-skilled technician using a running stitch to create a logo, design or series of characters. Things have changed a lot though. Embroidery has become very sophisticated in the realm of automation and has evolved into what we call Computerized Machine Embroidery.

 

Computerized Machine Embroidery involves using an embroidery machine and a digital art file made by a special computer program to make a simple or complex design a reality. The digital art file drives the machine to follow guidelines for the specific job at hand. If the machine has more than one needle, it will take less time to complete. With one needle you would have to switch out threads whenever a change in color is needed. There can be up to 15 needles all representing their own color.

 

This article makes it pretty obvious that (option #2) Computerized Machine Embroidery is the way we do it and do it well. Call us at 800.480.3947 to get a quote for your job.

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Design and Order Custom Discount T-Shirts

June 16th, 2010

All Access Merchandising strives to do our very best to serve our clients and to visually represent their business or organization. Branding opportunities and exposure for groups are a very important stage for furthering business efforts. First, we have to ask our clients what they are looking for and their goals to accomplish with the design. If you don’t have an idea, then check out the templates we offer. We made the investment and put in the time to make a bunch of pre-designed T-shirt art, ready to go to print. We can also use logos and slogans, putting them on the customized shirts. If the company has no logo, we can collaborate with you in order to come up with one.

 

The first step to design and order custom discount t-shirts is to call us at 800.480.3947 and allow us to assist you with the quote. The quote contains the information that we need in order to move forward to making your customized T-shirts. We require the number of T-shirts that you are ordering, the design of the logo, where to put the logo, and the numbers of ink that will be used in the whole process. We’ll help you in every phase of this process from start to finish.

 

 The next step is the design. Feel free to share the vital information of your company so that we can combine these with the logo. We use this as a basis for the design that will be put on your shirt. Our goal is to make your name and logo eye-catching. We are aware that a cluttered and busy logo can turn people off. We want to design the logo properly to make an impression to a potential customer.

 

 When we have completed the mockups, we show them to the client for their approval. If you are not satisfied, we are more than willing to revise these. Once you give us the “go” to start printing, then we will do so. As soon as we are done, we will have these delivered to their doorsteps. We conceive the idea (if needed), design, print, pack and ship. Rest assured if you go with us you will be happy you did. We strive for perfection in what we do. Thanks for visiting our site!

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Custom Screen Printing

June 10th, 2010

Custom screen printing is the unique method of creating printed images on many different surfaces. This is done by placing ink on a screen that then transfers onto a clean surface. The process is mainly used in the production of t-shirts and other fabric materials, though it can apply to many different items.   

 

All Access Merchandising is among the many companies that do this. The company uses custom screen printing mainly in the production of various kinds of t-shirts. Visit our templates .. where you have access to quality custom designs to get you started for summer t-shirts, winter retreat t-shirts, church t-shirts, custom t-shirts for companies and other kinds of t-shirts meant for most events including church functions and church retreats all the way to band touring merchandise. We do this for groups and businesses of all types granted that they represent wholesome values.

 

 
In a typical custom printing process, the basic materials involved include: 

 

· A silk screen
· Various colors of ink
· The artistic design to be created
· The fabric or any other materials where the image is to be printed on.

 

 

When it comes to the colors, the production company uses the preferred color desired by the customer. Once you contact us for a specific printing need, you are given a set of colors to choose from with the certain color shirt desired.

 

The particular artistic design to be printed on the fabric material is also very vital. This is where the unique identity of the particular organization matters. For most t-shirts in custom screen printing, the logo and motto of the organization involved are normally used. Again, the organization involved can also suggest other designs and text needed for the production of a full range of artistic t-shirts.  

 

Custom screen printing by All Access Merchandising has remained a very wonderful avenue used by most organizations striving to be more effective. You are sure of having the best of printing services from All Access Merchandising. Just contact us at 800.480.3947 for a quote or fill the form out here.

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Different Types of Custom Tshirt Prints

June 4th, 2010

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Simulated Process Printing

 

Simulated process printing is another printing technique used in screen printing that allows full color design prints on garments like T-Shirts and tops. This process is quite different from the more popular four color process printing which uses the CMYK half tones to recreate a photographic print onto a fabric or paper. The difference is that simulated process printing makes use of more than four colors to create and transfer the design onto a fabric. In fact, the process entails the use of all the colors needed based on the original artwork or design. This means that if the design was made using 12 different colors, then simulated process printing will require that you use all 12 different colors in the process.

 

How It Works

 

The process begins by creating the artwork or design. Once the design is complete, all the colors will be separated to identify what colors to use. Back in the day, separation was done manually by hand and through the use of a camera. Today, with tons of software available that allows you to separate color digitally and automatically, the separation process is much more efficient and less time consuming. Software like Adobe Photoshop can help in this process.

 

Once all the colors have been separated, each color will have its own mesh whether the printing is done manually or automatically. Once the meshes or printing plates are ready, the process begins. Ideally, Plastisol is the best ink to use for simulated process printing.

 

Practical Applications

 

Because of the use of so many colors, simulated process printing is one of the most expensive screen printing methods. However, because it can provide a full color design far from the quality provided by four color process printing, it is still used by many printing companies especially when it comes to T-Shirt printing. In fact, if you see a black T-Shirt that has an intricate artwork on it with full and vibrant colors, it most probably was printed using this screen printing method.

 

There are many professional printing companies that provide simulated process printing as part of their screen printing services. One company that has excelled with this type of printing method is All Access Merchandising (www.allacessmerch.com). Check out the rest of our website if you need to have custom-printed T-Shirts made. If you prefer the four color process printing for its cost-effectiveness, we is are experts in that as well.

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What is Screen Printing or Silk Screen Printing

June 3rd, 2010

 

What is Screen Printing

 

Screen printing or also known as silk screening is a printing method that utilizes a meshed weave with a stencil on top of it. The weave and the stencil, as one, is placed on top of substrate, which is normally a garment or fabric in practical applications, and ink is spread on top of the weave to transfer a particular image onto the substrate. Since the stencil blocks certain areas from ink transfer, only the desired area will have the print desired. Typically, a roller is used to flatten the ink on top of the mesh to speed up the transfer onto the surface of the garment or other substrate.

Importance

You are probably wondering how this information will help you at all. Well, in reality, screen printing is seen every single day in the clothes that people wear and the posters of rock bands you see. More prominently, screen printing is used to print your favorite T-Shirts sporting those cool and trendy logos and designs. So, if you are wondering how someone got that I Love NY design onto the front of a shirt, then you now know that screen printing is the answer.

History and Modern Methods

Screen printing is not a new printing technology. In fact, this printing process can be traced as far back as 900 AD in ancient China. The craft was then adopted by the Western world in 1907 when a guy by the name of Samuel Simon patented the technique. This soon became the printing technique used to transfer designs onto linens, silks, and other fabrics. Back then, screen printing was done by hand through process mentioned above. Today, to allow mass production of printed garments like T-Shirts and most companies use large, automated screen printing presses. With the inception of the four color process or CMYK (the use of cyan, magenta, yellow, and black color keys) and simulated process printing, complicated graphic designs can now be done and transferred onto any type of substrate.

Many companies use this printing method on their garments since it is believed to be the most cost-effective method compared to inkjet printing or dye sublimation. Today, companies like All Access Merchandising, uses screen printing to transfer intricate and sharp designs onto the clothes they sell. This being said, if you want some T-shirts with cool designs on them or for any other printing need, then check out the rest of our site
www.allaccessmerch.com We specialize in screen printing and can provide you with pre-designed or custom designed T-Shirts.______________________________________________________________

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AAM Designer Wins Contest

May 10th, 2010

by our very talented Creative Director
Raul Bonano

 

This contest was held by Premier Speakers early April. The idea for the contest was to help Premier kick start a new conservative apparel line called American Tees. The contest was split into nine concepts (or categories) with an additional “wild card” concept that was open to the designer. All designers that entered were able to submit entries for each of the ten concepts. At the end of the contest the designs would get surveyed by 50 people to determine the winning design of each category. For each winning design the designers would win $200. If a designer won at least 3 designs the would also receive a free iPad in addition to their winning cash sum. Below are the categories:

 

THE SHIRT CONCEPTS

 

1. Reagan for President
2. I Was Anti-Obama Before It Was Cool
3. You Can’t Fix Stupid, But You Can Vote It Out of Office
4. Born Free, Taxed to Death
5. Politicians are like diapers. They both need to be changed regularly for the same reason.
6. YES WE CAN (bankrupt the country)
7. Did I Do That? {picture of Steve Urkel with Obama’s face and an unemployment chart; SEE ATTACHED IMAGE}
8. This Shirt Is Not Environmentally Friendly
9. Obama … Bless his heart

 

I submitted designs with the wish of getting the iPad. Thats was definitely my motivation since the iPad is a bit of a guilty pleasure, its pretty much a toy, but hey its fun! I submitted one or two designs for each category and won 3 categories. I got the winning submission for “Reagan for President”, “Born free taxed to death” and “Obama… bless his heart”. Since I landed 3 winning designs I also got the free iPad. I was extremely exited when I found out I won the iPad, it was during office hours and I had to get up and tell everyone in the office. That part kinda backfired on me because everyday after that I was being asked by everyone if I had received the iPad yet. Now the iPad is in and I have been using it everyday!

 

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Garrett Oliver – TShirt Contest Winner!

May 10th, 2010
 

James “Garrett” Oliver, Church Music Road, Boonville, NC, won the national t-shirt design contest for Winter Jam 2011 sponsored by All Access Merchandising, Brentwood, TN.

 

Garrett, a freshman at Surry Community College, is studying graphic arts.

 

All Access Merchandising used Facebook for the contest. Entrants created their designs which were posted on Facebook. Facebook users were able to vote daily for their favorite design.

 

Garrett received $1,500.00 for winning the contest. Congratulations Garrett!

 

 

 

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Happy Mother’s Day MOMS!

May 9th, 2010


Mother’s Day stirs several different emotions. For some, it is the first Mother’s Day you’ll spend without your mom. Many miles may separate others. Still many can spend the day face to face. The first two groups would encourage the last group to make the most of every moment with your mom!

 

My mom taught me about life and how to live it. Her confidence in me helped me to believe in myself. Her praise and respect enabled me to appreciate my own worth. She guided without control and encouraged without pressure. She gave her best to bring out the best in me.

 

Mom taught me to think my own thoughts and to follow my own dreams. She taught me to be proud of my achievements and accepting of my mistakes. Mom always knew what to say and how to listen.

 

She continues to do the same even today! My mom is an incredible person!

 

For all mothers, thank you for your tireless sacrifice. The many stages of motherhood each have unique challenges and rewards. Thanks for persevering.

 

Think about the following stages: the infant stage, the preschool years, the elementary school phase, the middle school and high school years, followed by the young adult, middle adult, and even older adult stages. Each age/stage requires an adjustment on your part. Thanks for your flexibility in teaching your child(ren).

 

Moms cannot

 

not teach. I found these life lessons we’ve learned from our moms on the internet.

 

An anonymous writer writes, Mom taught me about:

 

RELIGION – “You better pray that will come out of the carpet.”
TIME TRAVEL: – “If you don’t straighten up, I’m going to knock you into the middle of next week!”
LOGIC – “Because I said so, that’s why.”
FORESIGHT – “Make sure you wear clean underwear, in case you’re in an accident.”
IRONY – “Keep crying and I’ll give you something to cry about.”
SCIENCE of OSMOSIS – “Shut your mouth and eat your supper!”
WEATHER – “It looks as if a tornado swept through your room.”
HYPOCRISY – “If I’ve told you once, I’ve told you a million times – Don’t exaggerate!!!
THE CIRCLE OF LIFE – “I brought you into this world, and I can take you out.”
ENVY – “There are millions of less fortunate children in this world who don’t have wonderful parents like you do!”
ANTICIPATION – “Just wait until we get home.”
THINKING AHEAD – “If you don’t pass your spelling test, you’ll never get a good job.”
ESP – “Put your sweater on; don’t you think I know when you’re cold?”
HUMOR – “When that lawn mower cuts off your toes, don’t come running to me.”
BECOMING AN ADULT – “If you don’t eat your vegetables, you’ll never grow up.”
GENETICS – “You’re just like your father.”
WISDOM OF AGE – “When you get to be my age, you will understand.”
JUSTICE – “One day you’ll have kids … and I hope they turn out just like you!”

 

Happy Mother’s Day! Our world is a better place because of you. You are making a difference!

 

Steve Fultz, PhD, President, All Access Merchandising

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Youth Camp Tshirts

May 1st, 2010

 

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Youth camp T-shirts Youth camping is always a very refreshing spiritual program for all Christian youths who are coming up in life. Oftentimes the program is usually organized in special church settlements where the participants are properly helped spiritually to harness their lifetime endeavors. Among the basic and necessary requirements for a successful camping for the participants are those unique wears known as “Youth Camp T-shirts”. Such wonderful wears are usually customized to suit all the participants in the program.

 

Youth camp T-shirts are usually produced by fashion outfits who know all the nitty-gritty of the business. One of the best dealers in Youth camp T-shirts production is the group popularly known as “All Access Merchandising”. This great company has all it takes to produce unique Youth camp T-shirts for your special programs.

 

At All Access Merchandising, we have all kinds of Youth camp T-shirts such as the V-neck, the round neck, polo neck and so many of them. We also have customized samples for your choice making.　 In fact, you have myriads of styles to choose from as long as your church organization is up and doing. Indeed, all the samples for Youth Camp T-shirts are readily available today. At All Access Merchandising, customer satisfaction is our priority. We provide services such as logo printing on the T-shirts; Text printing on the T-shirt, branding and all that has to do with the T-shirt. We have all it takes to make you happy once you contact us for your T-shirt production.

 

It is very important to also let you know that our company provides you with quality service any where you want it at any time. We have well informed customer services men and woman who are equal to the task. All you need is to contact us. We are also online 24 hours. You can drop a word with us anytime and be rest assured of our prompt reply.

 

Finally, you’re sure of quality Youth Camp T-shirts from our company. Our price is very competitive and affordable in the industry. You’ll have the best of time with us.

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Go Green Save Green This Earth Day

May 1st, 2010


 

This Earth Day, why not do a little something for the planet while outfitting your church, organization or merch table? At All Access Merch we have a full line of eco friendly products and apparel available.   Our client services team can help find exactly what you are looking for within any budget!

 

Click here to view our full line of eco friendly products!

Customize Your Environment-Friendly Products Today:

 

· Organic Cotton Apparel

· Eco totes and shoppers

· Aluminum water bottles

· PBA free plastic water bottles

· Recyclable messenger bags

· 100% recycled paper barrel pens

· Soy candles in personalized tins

· Bio degradable Frisbees

· PBA free mugs

· Biodegradable plastic cups

 

All Access Merchandising is your source for custom apparel, design and promotional product needs. Whether you’re looking for organic cotton tees, recycled paper notebooks, aluminum water bottles, recyclable messenger bags, or biodegradable pens we offer products to fit any look and style.

 

Learn more about Earth Day 2010:  http://www.earthday.org/earthday2010

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