Decorating Options…More Than You Think
There are many options out there for decorating apparel pieces that are not your standard left chest embroidery and screen-printed logo. Below are some decoration methods you may not be familiar with or may not have known were available.
Embroidery: Decoration consisting of needlework created using a special machine that is programmed to stitch a design combining texture, pattern and color 
Sequin Embroidery: A technique in which sequins are embroidered directly onto a garment or cap. Sequins available in Silver Metallic, Transparent, Gold Metallic, Royal Holographic, Pearlized, Black, and Red Holographic
Applique: Decoration or trimming cut from one fabric piece and stitched to another to add dimension or for design techniques. Applique is available in Sparkle, Felt and Twill 
Laser Applique: A laser beam is used to cut single or multiple fabric layers revealing a fine, detailed design
Reverse Applique: A technique that involves placing a piece of appliqué on the back side of the garment fabric. The design is laser cut into the top layer, in this case the garment. The cut pieces are pulled away to reveal the appliqué underneath
Laser Etching: A process that uses laser technology to etch or burn a mark on a fabric surface. This technique allows you the freedom to decorate in different locations. Placement include: Shoulder to Shoulder, Vertical, Left Cuff, Pocket, Back Yoke, Bicep, Split Front Full Chest, Left Chest, Full Back
Screen-printing: The process of printing by squeezing ink through screens allowing color to pass through open areas to create a design. Multi-colored designs are achieved using one
screen for each color in the design
Don’t feel like you are held in picking one method above. Different decoration methods can be combined to create a unique, one of a kind piece. For instance, you can choose etching and applique, shown below. You are only limited by your imagination and the possibilities are endless. Come up with your own ideas or Apropos will be more than happy to help formulating solutions for your logo. *References courtesy of VA*
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