Picking the Correct White Ink for the Job Seminar This one-day ink seminar, hosted by Vastex Screen Printing Equipment, will be presented by Joe Catizone, vice president of sales for Union Ink. Topics to be covered include the differences between characteristics of white inks, how to choose the best white ink for specific jobs, discharge inks and more. June 27, 2009 - June 27, 2009 Allentown, Pa.
URL: http://www.vastex.com
How to Start an Apparel Decoration Business This seminar, hosted by Hirsch Intl., is designed to teach newcomers how to start their own full-time or part-time operation. Topics include what equipment and supplies you need to get started, how to find customers, pricing and digitizing. June 30, 2009 - June 30, 2009 New York, N.Y.
URL: http://www.hirschinternational.com
July
CSPIA: Where are we now? This Webinar, hosted by SGIA, addresses the fact that tracking label provisions go into effect on August 14th. Plan to attend to see how these provisions will impact you and the options you have to comply with this important legislative mandate. This provision impacts all children’s products. SGIA also will provide an update on efforts to exempt certain products, as well as the status regarding the phthalate issue. Who should attend: Company Owners, Production Managers, Manufacturers of Children’s Products, Ink and Chemical Manufacturers July 09, 2009 - July 09, 2009 Online, beginning at 2 pm EST
URL: http://www.sgia.org/training_and_education/webinars/index.cfm#top
ISS New England Plan now to attend the Imprinted Sportswear Show (ISS) in New England! The show will take place at the Rhode Island Convention Center, and the conference programs are scheduled for July 10-11, 2009, while the exposition will be held July 10-12, 2009.
July 10, 2009 - July 12, 2009 Providence, R.I.
URL: http://www.issshows.com/new_england/
Vastex Screen Printing Start-Up Training Vastex Screen Printing Equipment offers this three-day class taught by Douglas Grigar that covers basic technical training on screen preparation, exposure, flashing, curing, screen cleaning and reclaiming, athletic numbering, inks and much more. July 10, 2009 - July 12, 2009 Allentown, Pa.
URL: http://www.vastex.com
How to Start an Apparel Decoration Business This seminar, hosted by Hirsch Intl., is designed to teach newcomers how to start their own full-time or part-time operation. Topics include what equipment and supplies you need to get started, how to find customers, pricing and digitizing. July 16, 2009 - July 16, 2009 Pittsburgh, Pa.
URL: http://www.hirschinternational.com
How to Start an Apparel Decoration Business This seminar, hosted by Hirsch Intl., is designed to teach newcomers how to start their own full-time or part-time operation. Topics include what equipment and supplies you need to get started, how to find customers, pricing and digitizing. July 23, 2009 - July 23, 2009 Providence, R.I.
URL: http://www.hirschinternational.com
Floriani Embroidery Workshop Floriani Commercial Products hosts this two-day workshop on topics such as advanced digitizing, how to make money, production techniques, artwork preparation and much more. July 26, 2009 - July 27, 2009 Knoxville, Tenn.
URL: http://rnkdistributing.com
How to Start an Apparel Decoration Business This seminar, hosted by Hirsch Intl., is designed to teach newcomers how to start their own full-time or part-time operation. Topics include what equipment and supplies you need to get started, how to find customers, pricing and digitizing. July 30, 2009 - July 30, 2009 Gatlinburg, Tenn.
URL: http://www.hirschinternational.com
August
How to Start an Apparel Decoration Business This seminar, hosted by Hirsch Intl., is designed to teach newcomers how to start their own full-time or part-time operation. Topics include what equipment and supplies you need to get started, how to find customers, pricing and digitizing. August 06, 2009 - August 06, 2009 San Diego, Calif.
URL: http://www.hirschinternational.com
ISS Schaumburg Plan now to attend the Imprinted Sportswear Show (ISS) in Schaumburg! The show will take place at the Renaissance Hotel & Convention Center, and the conference programs are scheduled for August 13-14, 2009, while the exposition will be held August 13-15, 2009. August 13, 2009 - August 15, 2009 Schaumburg, Ill.
URL: http://www.issshows.com/schaumburg/
Color Management for Specialty Imaging
SGIA's Digital Imaging Lab offers solutions to color quandaries. Join Jeff Burton (SGIA) for hands-on answers and top-drawer color management for digital imaging. Learn color management & software use, color behavior management, color matching and color lingo. Improve print operation, increase color accuracy, reduce re-do’s and unleash your company’s profit potential. August 13, 2009 - August 14, 2009 Fairfax, Va.
URL: http://www.sgia.org/training_and_education/workshops/color_management.cfm
How to Start an Apparel Decoration Business This seminar, hosted by Hirsch Intl., is designed to teach newcomers how to start their own full-time or part-time operation. Topics include what equipment and supplies you need to get started, how to find customers, pricing and digitizing. August 20, 2009 - August 20, 2009 Denver, Colo.
URL: http://www.hirschinternational.com
How to Start an Apparel Decoration Business This seminar, hosted by Hirsch Intl., is designed to teach newcomers how to start their own full-time or part-time operation. Topics include what equipment and supplies you need to get started, how to find customers, pricing and digitizing. August 27, 2009 - August 27, 2009 Chicago, Ill.
URL: http://www.hirschinternational.com
September
How to Start an Apparel Decoration Business This seminar, hosted by Hirsch Intl., is designed to teach newcomers how to start their own full-time or part-time operation. Topics include what equipment and supplies you need to get started, how to find customers, pricing and digitizing. September 03, 2009 - September 03, 2009 Washington, D.C.
URL: http://www.hirschinternational.com
ISS Atlanta Plan now to attend the Imprinted Sportswear Show (ISS) in Atlanta! The show will take place at the Cobb Galleria Centre, and the conference programs are scheduled for September 11-12, 2009, while the exposition will be held September 10-12, 2009. September 10, 2009 - September 12, 2009 Atlanta, Ga.
URL: http://www.issshows.com/atlanta/
Vastex Screen Printing Start-Up Training Vastex Screen Printing Equipment offers this three-day class taught by Douglas Grigar that covers basic technical training on screen preparation, exposure, flashing, curing, screen cleaning and reclaiming, athletic numbering, inks and much more. September 11, 2009 - September 13, 2009 Allentown, Pa.
URL: http://www.vastex.com
Lawson Textile Tech Screen Printing Seminar This intensive, two-day seminar offers a broad range of information and hands-on printing opportunities for the novice who is just entering the field of textile screen printing. September 11, 2009 - September 12, 2009 Atlanta, Ga.
URL: http://www.lawsonsp.com/calendar.php
How to Start an Apparel Decoration Business This seminar, hosted by Hirsch Intl., is designed to teach newcomers how to start their own full-time or part-time operation. Topics include what equipment and supplies you need to get started, how to find customers, pricing and digitizing. September 17, 2009 - September 17, 2009 Atlanta, Ga.
URL: http://www.hirschinternational.com
Lawson Textile Tech Screen Printing Seminar This intensive, two-day seminar offers a broad range of information and hands-on printing opportunities for the novice who is just entering the field of textile screen printing. September 18, 2009 - September 19, 2009 St. Louis, Mo.
URL: http://www.lawsonsp.com/calendar.php
iSS Fort Worth Plan now to attend the Imprinted Sportswear Show (ISS) in Fort Worth! The show will take place at the Fort Worth Convention Center, and the conference programs and exposition will be held September 25-27, 2009. September 25, 2009 - September 27, 2009 Fort Worth, Texas
URL: http://www.issshows.com/fort_worth/
October
How to Start an Apparel Decoration Business This seminar, hosted by Hirsch Intl., is designed to teach newcomers how to start their own full-time or part-time operation. Topics include what equipment and supplies you need to get started, how to find customers, pricing and digitizing. October 01, 2009 - October 01, 2009 Phoenix, Ariz.
URL: http://www.hirschinternational.com
How to Maintain Your Tajima Machine This seminar, hosted by Hirsch Intl., is a six-hour class designed to teach owners how to keep their machine in tip-top operating condition. It's taught by a certified Tajima technician, and topics covered include common adjustments, repairs and preventative maintenance. October 02, 2009 - October 02, 2009 Glenview, Ill.
URL: http://www.hirschinternational.com
2009 SGIA Expo The 2009 SGIA Expo is the premiere marketplace for the most innovative technology, applications and specialty imaging solutions. Graphic or garment, digital or screen — the Expo is the only place to see it all! October 07, 2009 - October 09, 2009 New Orleans, La.
URL: http://www.sgia.org/events/current_expo/sgia09/index.cfm
How to Start an Apparel Decoration Business This seminar, hosted by Hirsch Intl., is designed to teach newcomers how to start their own full-time or part-time operation. Topics include what equipment and supplies you need to get started, how to find customers, pricing and digitizing. October 15, 2009 - October 15, 2009 Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas
URL: http://www.hirschinternational.com
Floriani Embroidery Workshop Floriani Commercial Products hosts this two-day workshop on topics such as advanced digitizing, how to make money, production techniques, artwork preparation and much more. October 16, 2009 - October 17, 2009 Knoxville, Tenn.
URL: http://rnkdistributing.com
How to Start an Apparel Decoration Business This seminar, hosted by Hirsch Intl., is designed to teach newcomers how to start their own full-time or part-time operation. Topics include what equipment and supplies you need to get started, how to find customers, pricing and digitizing. October 22, 2009 - October 22, 2009 Las Vegas, Nev.
URL: http://www.hirschinternational.com
November
Vastex Screen Printing Start-Up Training Vastex Screen Printing Equipment offers this three-day class taught by Douglas Grigar that covers basic technical training on screen preparation, exposure, flashing, curing, screen cleaning and reclaiming, athletic numbering, inks and much more. November 13, 2009 - November 15, 2009 Allentown, Pa.
URL: http://www.vastex.com
Lawson Textile Tech Screen Printing Seminar This intensive, two-day seminar offers a broad range of information and hands-on printing opportunities for the novice who is just entering the field of textile screen printing. November 20, 2009 - November 21, 2009 St. Louis, Mo.
URL: http://www.lawsonsp.com/calendar.php
December
Lawson Textile Tech Screen Printing Seminar This intensive, two-day seminar offers a broad range of information and hands-on printing opportunities for the novice who is just entering the field of textile screen printing. December 11, 2009 - December 12, 2009 St. Louis, Mo.
URL: http://www.lawsonsp.com/calendar.php
Impressions provides the apparel decoration industry with more value than simply being a news resource. Impressions also hosts a wide range of industry apparel trade shows, like the ever-popular Imprinted Sportswear Shows. Each ISS exhibition and seminar is designed to entertain, inform and provide you with the tools to increase business, whether you do screen printing, embroidery, inkjet-to-garment printing or digital decorating.
Impressions University, an online learning program designed to meet the continuing education needs of commercial embroiderers, screen printers and promotional products distributors in the decorated apparel industry, has added Trump University classes to its product offering. Classes focus on the skill sets of operating a successful small business today.
Welcome to T-shirtforums.com, a partner of Impressions magazine and the Imprinted Sportswear Shows that provides an online discussion place for the decorated apparel community. Users of this free forum also can get help locating hard-to-find apparel items and promotional products in the "Wholesale T-shirts and Other Products" discussion group.
Impressions is the one-stop source for authoritative information and education on the decorated apparel business, including embellishing on wholesale apparel and promotional products. This resource is crucial to apparel decorating professionals seeking to establish and grow a profitable decorated apparel business. Every issue of our decorated apparel magazine, both print and online, is geared toward providing how-to instructions needed to perform the four major processes that comprise the decorating apparel industry marketplace — screen printing, embroidery, heat-applied graphics and digital printing. Impressions also provides business and trend information unique to the decorated apparel and promotional products industry.
