Imprinted Sportswear Show Calendar
The Imprinted Sportswear Show, set for Jan. 23–25 in Long Beach, Calif., features a slate of seminars ranging in topic from new techniques in screenprinting, embroidery and sublimation printing to business strategies and graphic design. Below is a partial listing of the schedule.
Workshops take place at ISS at the Long Beach Convention Center. Register at www.issshows.com.
Jan. 22“The Complete Screen Printer,” presented by Charlie Taublieb, Taublieb Consulting, and Dane Clement, Great Dane GraphicsThrough Jan. 2310 a.m.–5 p.m.
“Basic Embroidery Workshop,” presented by Steven Batts, Righteous Threads Embroidery10 a.m.–5 p.m.
“Digitizing for Profit and Beauty,” presented by Lee Caroselli-Barnes, Balboa Threadworks10 a.m.–5 p.m.
“Digital Art Camp: Powered by CorelDRAW x4,” presented by Craig Mertens, Digital Art Solutions10 a.m.–5 p.m.
“Hardball Marketing: How Small Companies Get Big,” presented by Mark L. Venit, Apparel Graphics Institute10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Jan. 23“High Production for Small Shops,” presented by Steven Batts, Righteous Threads Embroidery8:30–10 a.m.
“Digitizing for Realistic Embroidery,” presented by Lee Caroselli-Barnes, Balboa Threadworks8:30–10 a.m.
“Pricing Embroidered and Screen-printed Apparel: The Shocking Truth,” presented by Mark L. Venit, Apparel Graphics Institute8:30–10 a.m.
“Heat Transfers Made Simple: Sublimation & Traditional Transfers for Fabrics & Ceramics,” presented by Michael Kaminsky, RPL Supplies Inc.8:30–10 a.m.
“Understanding How a Vinyl Cutter and Heat Press Can Bring Versatility to Your Business,” presented by Josh Ellsworth, Imprintables Warehouse8:30–10 a.m.
“Stabilizers & Stabilization: Past, Present & Future—Simplified,” presented by Fred Lebow, Lebow Consulting & Costwold Industries10:30 a.m.–noon
“CorelDRAW for Embroidery,” presented by Thomas L. Moore Jr., Strawberry Stitch Co.10:30 a.m.–noon
“The Art of Selling Up: How to Sell Better, Higher-Priced Apparel in Today’s Competitive Market,” presented by David Bebon, Capital Mercury Apparel10:30 a.m.–noon
“Introduction to Direct-to-Garment Printing,” presented by Chris Bernat, Vapor Apparel10:30 a.m.–noon
“Screen-Printing Tips and Tricks,” presented by Greg Kitson, Mind’s Eye Graphics10:30 a.m.–noon
“Machine Troubleshooting,” presented by Steven Batts, Righteous Threads Embroidery1–2:30 p.m.“Digitizing Appliqueacute;,” presented by Thomas L. Moore Jr., Strawberry Stitch Co.1–2:30 p.m.
“Copyrights & Trademarks: What You Don’t Know Can Get You Sued!” presented by Jimmy Lamb, Tajima USA Sales & Support by Hirsch International1–2:30 p.m.
“Photoshop Basics for Garment Decoration,” presented by Dane Clement, Great Dane Graphics 1–2:30 p.m.
“Write It Right the First Time: Fail-Proof Order-Entry Procedures,” presented by Greg Kitson, Mind’s Eye Graphics1–2:30 p.m.
“Special-Effects Screen-Printing: High-Density Inks & Gels,” presented by Charlie Taublieb, Taublieb Consulting1–2:30 p.m.
Jan. 24“Machine-Maintenance Clinics” (Choose one from Barudan America Inc., Lawson Screen & Digital, Texmac Inc., Hirsch International, Mesa Distributors Inc., RPL Supplies Inc. and M&R Cos.)8:30–10 a.m.
“Advanced Synergy-Based Embroidery Production,” presented by Frank Gawronski, Embroidery Educational Services International8:30–10 a.m.
“Advanced Appliqueacute;,” presented by Thomas L. Moore Jr., Strawberry Stitch Co.8:30–10 a.m.
“Selling Apparel to Teams and Leagues,” presented by Doug Wilcoxson, Bomark Sportswear8:30–10 a.m.
“Evaluating an Embroidery Design: A New View,” presented by Walt Floriani Jr., RNK Distributing8:30–10 a.m.
“More Special-Effects Printing: Discharge, Burnout and More!” presented by Charlie Taublieb, Taublieb Consulting8:30–10 a.m.
“Upselling Higher-End T-Shirts,” presented by Tom Vann, Target Graphics Ltd.8:30–10 a.m.
“Taming Tough Fabrics: An Embroiderer’s Guide,” presented by Deborah Jones, Great Notions Inc.10:30 a.m.–noon
“Special Effects,” presented by Thomas L. Moore Jr., Strawberry Stitch Co.10:30 a.m.–noon
“How to Price Embroidery Profitably,” presented by Frank Gawronski, Embroidery Educational Services International10:30 a.m.–noon
“Discovering CAD Printing,” presented by Patrick Boyle, Great Garment Graphics10:30 a.m.–noon
“Multicolor Printing on Darks,” presented by Tom Vann, Target Graphics Ltd.10:30 a.m.–noon
“Screen-Print Pricing 201: Plan for Profit,” presented by Greg Kitson, Mind’s Eye Graphics10:30 a.m.–noon
“The Art of Proper Thread Tensioning,” presented by Frank Gawronski, Embroidery Educational Services International1–2:30 p.m.
“How to Digitize a Corporate Logo From Start to Finish,” presented by Rich Medcraft, StitchWise Embroidery Design1–2:30 p.m.
“Customer-Service Strategies for Screen Printers and Embroiders,” presented by Mark L. Venit, Apparel Graphics Institute1–2:30 p.m.
“Combined Media: Traditional and Innovative Ways to Utilize Your Graphics and Embroidery,” presented by John Deer, Adorable Ideas1–2:30 p.m.
“Four-Color Process Printing,” presented by Charlie Taublieb, Taublieb Consulting1–2:30 p.m.
“Five Things to Know About Working With Your Contract Decorator,” presented by Tom Vann, Target Graphics Ltd.1–2:30 p.m.
Jan. 25“Finished Cap Embroidery,” presented by Frank Gawronski, Embroidery Educational Services8:30–10 a.m.
“Advanced Lettering,” presented by Rich Medcraft, StitchWise Embroidery Design8:30–10 a.m.
“Maximizing Your Web Presence,” presented by Josh Ellsworth, Imprintables Warehouse8:30–10 a.m.
“Digital Art Mini Camp: Powered by CorelDRAW x4,” presented by Craig Mertens, Digital Art Solutions8:30–10 a.m.
“Waterbase and Discharge Printing,” presented by Alan Buffington, Murakami Screen8:30–10 a.m.
“What Are You Selling? Tips and Techniques for Increasing Your Sales of Embroidered Products,” presented by Jimmy Lamb, Tajima USA Sales & Support by Hirsch International10:30 a.m.–noon
“What to Do When Your Design Goes Wrong,” presented by Rich Medcraft, StitchWise Embroidery Design10:30 a.m.–noon
“Networking Your Way to Success,” presented by Mark L. Venit, Apparel Graphics Institute10:30 a.m.–noon
“How to Create Killer Artwork for Digital Printing,” presented by Dane Clement, Great Dane Graphics10:30 a.m.–noon
“Embroidery Best Practices: Marketing and Sales,” presented by Deborah Jones, Great Notions Inc.10:30 a.m.–noon
