Which method will work best for my order? Embroidery, screen printing, or direct to film?

Which will work best for my order? Embroidery, Screen Printing, or Direct to Film? 

The details of your order will determine this. Each order is different, with different needs. Here are some things to consider: 

1. How long do you want it to last? 

   This is an important question. Although all options are built to last, the real winner in longevity is embroidery. Embroidery stitches onto the material, and it is hard to remove. Oftentimes, the embroidery lasts longer than the garment it is put on. It is great for items that are washed repeatedly. 

   Washing: Caring for embroidery is an easier process, as it is very durable. You can put the item in the washing machine and dryer with no issues. With Screen Printing and direct to film, it is important to take care of the item to avoid damage. For screen printing, it is best to wash items inside out. Directly to the film should be washed inside out. DTF should also be washed inside out and air-dried. 

2. What material are the blanks?

   How well the item will come out is often determined by what type of material the blank is made of. Most items do best with embroidery as it is being stitched onto the item. Some items create issues with how clearly the embroidery turns out. The best blanks for any order are cotton material with a smooth texture. With DTF and Screen Printing, anything other than a flat, smooth surface will not work. 

3. Number of Items

   Embroidery can be done for a single item to as many as are needed. 

   Screen Printing has a minimum order of 24 pieces.

   Direct to film has no order minimum/maximum. 

4. Size of the design/Complexity

   Some designs are too complex for a small-sized embroidery space. In embroidery, the more complex designs need to be big enough to capture all the details in threads. 

   Screen Printing is in between. There needs to be enough space to capture designs, but it can be a bit smaller than embroidery. 

   Direct-to-film offers more complex designs to be smaller. 

I hope this guide helps you determine which option you would like to go with.