How do I determine correct size?
Manufacturers size things differently. The Measuring Instructions for North End apparel are offered as a general guide. However, when placing an order please discuss sizing with us if you are not certain about your size selections.
Shirts come in pique, jersey and mercerized cotton. What is the difference?
- Pique refers to a knitting method that creates a fine textured surface. It looks like a bird's nest or waffle weave.
- Jersey fabric has two distinct sides. The outside is smooth. The inside is textured.
- Mercerized refers to a product that has gone through a process to give it a luster and make it smooth.
What different kinds of decorations are available for promotional products?
Embroidered logos create a statement like no other. A traditional method of decorating products, embroidery stands the test of time due to its effectiveness in enhancing logos. Embroidery is perfect for adding value to any promotion.
DigitizingDesign is transferred from an image to the needles, threads, stitch types, and transitions needed to embroider it onto different materials.
Laser Engraving
Laser Engraving gives your logo a clean, smooth, polished appearance and is perfect for many metal items. Laser engraved logos and/or personalizations are available on most pens. Company logos may be oriented horizontally or vertically. Imprint sizes vary. For specific size information, please reference the Individual item.
Screen Print / Transfer / Photo Real
Screen
Transfer
Photo Real
Direct Screen
Logos are applied one color at a time to products with direct
screening. Decorating is achieved by pressing ink through a
fine, mesh screen, leaving a color imprint on the material's
surface. Direct screening provides high visibility at an
economical price.
Transfer
Multi-color logos are applied to products through the use of
transfers. Logos are first reverse-screened onto a paper-like
transfer material. The complete logo is then applied to a
material's surface with heat and pressure.
Photo Real
Photo Real maintains the intricate details of an image or
logo, effectively transferring it to your product. Photo Real
is a method of imprinting similar to the transfer technique,
using very fine halftones and an expanded color range.
Additional spot colors may need to be added when exact PMS
matches are necessary.
Blind Deboss
Color Stamp
Color Fill
Blind Deboss
A classic decorating method, debossing uses a die to press a
logo directly into the surface of a material. Debossed logos
have a subtle, yet sophisticated, appearance. Debossing is
ideal on leather and vinyl products.
Color Stamp
Add the high-end look of foil to your logo with color
stamping. Simple one-color designs are enhanced when a die is
used to apply colored foil to the surface of a material. A
wide variety of stock colors are available, including metallic
gold and silver.
Color Fill Deboss / Multi-Color Deboss
Color Fill Deboss combines deboss with color stamp to give
logos a unique look. The same die is used to first color stamp
the logo to the surface, then to deboss it into the material.
This method is available only on vinyl patches.
