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The Best Bella+Canvas T-Shirts: A Practical Comparison of Fit, Feel, and Print Results

Posted on February 25, 2026March 19, 2026 by mcoffeyblue

Bella+Canvas is one of the most requested brands in custom shirt printing. When people ask for it by name, they’re typically looking for something that feels softer than a standard promo tee and fits more like something they’d actually choose to wear. For us, Bella+Canvas mostly delivers on that promise. We’ve found that the shirts…

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The Best Custom Hats for Embroidery

Posted on February 25, 2026March 19, 2026 by mcoffeyblue

Custom hats are one of our most-loved products, and for good reason: they’re extremely versatile. They’re a solid addition to a uniform, make a memorable giveaway for a trade show or fundraiser, and add a fun flair to personal events like weddings, family reunions, or even pub crawls. Not sure which hat will work best…

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The Best Shirt Material for Printing & Everyday Wear

Posted on February 17, 2026March 19, 2026 by mcoffeyblue

Choosing the right shirt or sweatshirt material matters more than most people realize. A great fabric doesn’t just feel better against the skin; it affects how long the garment lasts, how it wears day after day, and how versatile it is across seasons and lifestyles. And if you’re getting custom apparel, it can affect how…

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Polyester vs Cotton Shirts: How They Feel, Wear, and Look with Custom Branding

Posted on February 17, 2026March 19, 2026 by mcoffeyblue

When you’re choosing the right shirt for your wardrobe or for custom branding, the fabric matters more than most people realize.  Cotton and polyester are two of the most common materials in shirts today, each with their own strengths and trade‑offs in terms of comfort, longevity, breathability, and performance. Understanding those differences makes it easier…

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How to Prepare Artwork for T-Shirt Printing

Posted on February 17, 2026March 19, 2026 by mcoffeyblue

Printing on a T-shirt isn’t as simple as printing on paper. It’s a fairly manual process that behaves differently on various fabric types and colors. That’s why artwork that looks great on a computer screen can still be blurry or pixelated on a shirt — it can even print in the wrong color if the…

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How to Wash Screen-Printed Shirts

Posted on February 12, 2026March 19, 2026 by mcoffeyblue

Screen-printed designs are generally quite sturdy and can handle regular wear and washing without much impact. This is largely thanks to the methodology: the ink used in screen printing is cured with heat and bonded to the fabric, giving it extra durability and flexibility.  However, like all garments, repeated washing slowly takes a toll on…

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