What is Screen Printed Apparel?

If you’re in the market for custom apparel you’ve come to the right place. First, did you know there are multiple ways to order custom apparel? Some of those options include contract embroidery, direct to garment, digitizing and screen printing. With all of these choices it can be confusing when you’re trying to decide which way to go. So, today we’re going to discuss what screen printing is and how the process works.

What is screen printing? During the screen printing process, ink is forced through a one-of-a-kind custom

screen pattern designed for you. It is then placed over the fabric and ink is pressed through the screen design to create the desired image.

What are the benefits of screen printing? Screen printing is a permanent, smooth to the touch design that won’t crack or crumble. Your shirt will surely stay intact wash after wash without fading.

At APP we have the expertise and manpower to accommodate virtually any size order you have, no matter how large. Whether you’re looking for custom tees for a softball team or custom shirts for a corporate event, we've got you covered.

Since 1983 we’ve been churning out quality custom apparel for corporations like The Boeing Company and for organizations like the Girl Scouts and Boys Scouts of America. APP is the most reputable source for custom apparel you can find and we pride ourselves in giving our customers only the highest quality screen printing available.

Do you love your screen printed apparel? Tell us about it in the comment box below! 

Inexpensive Halloween Costume Ideas

The holidays can be scary expensive if you don’t plan ahead and get creative. With Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas and Hanukkah on the horizon it can be easy to splurge on impulse buys. However you can still deck the halls with spooky décor and be the life of the party in a one of a kind Halloween costume. Here are a few of our favorite family costume ideas to help get your creative juices bubbling, like a pot of witches brew.

For a quick, affordable and easy men’s Halloween costume, be Charlie Brown. It’s simple, transform in this Men's CB DryTec Elliott Bay Polo in pale yellow, add the black zig zag design, throw on a pair of black shorts, and poof you’re Charlie Brown!

For a quick, easy and office friendly women’s Halloween costume be batgirl. Start by embroidering a gold bat across the top center of the shirt. Add a gold bat belt around the bottom for extra detail on our fitted Bella USA made tee. To complete the outfit throw on black leather pants and combat boots for an edgy look.

Dressing your little one up as a smurf or smurfette for Halloween is easier than you may think. Simply find a long sleeve blue tee like this Sport-Tek youth long sleeve crew tee in color true royal. Pair it with white pants, white sneakers and a white hat. Go all the way by adding a little blue face paint to any exposed skin to mirror the true smurf complexion. 

Have you designed your own Halloween costume before? Share with us in the comments below!

How To Sell Custom Apparel Online – APP Webstore

Selling custom apparel online can in increase your brand awareness and sales. Branded apparel has become a staple in many work settings. It boosts team morale and helps build corporate identity among employees. However, housing inventory in your office can prove to be a challenge. Employees want access to custom apparel online so they can show their support for the company and its mission.

According to a Bizreport 89% of consumers preferred shopping online over in-store shopping. Webstores are the future, because that is where your customer is spending their time. The good news is, with an APP webstore setup is completely FREE. The only purchase you will make will be product to stock your webstore.

If your company has multiple locations it makes sense to sell custom apparel online with a unified webstore for your company. Once the webstore is created you won’t have to worry about stocking inventory, purchasing a store front or hiring sales people. Our team at APP will take care of all the orders and heavy lifting for you!  

Selling custom apparel online with APP is a quick and easy process that can be up and running within a few business days. Once you’ve decided on which custom products and apparel you’d like to add to your webstore we will digitally overlay your logo or preferred design to the products for authentic online viewing. The custom branded store will consist of all your product images, descriptions and employee pricing.

Employees can choose from a variety of colors and sizes in the items you offer. Through the custom-created employee webstore, individual employees can place their order and self-manage their accounts. A custom webstore is the easiest and most cost-effective way to outfit your whole team.

How are you selling your company products and apparel?