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Start a Garment Decoration Business with £500 to £1000
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Start a Garment Decoration Business with £500 to £1000

A realistic guide to launching a small garment decoration business on a £500–£1000 budget. Learn the exact tools, heat press, HTV, transfers and starter stock you need to begin.

5 HTV Finishes For Christmas 2025
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5 HTV Finishes For Christmas 2025

Discover the best heat transfer vinyl (HTV) for festive designs, including Soft Foam, Soft Metallic, Glitter, Premium Plus, and Sportsfilm HTV. Perfect for creating custom Christmas apparel with sparkle, texture, and professional finishes.

The Garment Lab - Norty x Stahls' Event
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The Garment Lab - Norty x Stahls' Event

Join The Garment Lab by Norty Ltd and Stahls UK in Motherwell for a hands-on garment decoration workshop. Explore the latest apparel trends, print technology, and network with industry professionals. Free registration with limited spots available.

What You Should Be Designing on Right Now: Apparel Trends Every Decorator Should Know
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What You Should Be Designing on Right Now: Apparel Trends Every Decorator Should Know

Stay ahead of the curve with the latest apparel trends. From oversized fits to tonal prints, discover what decorators should be designing on right now and how to achieve professional results with Stahls’ heat transfers.

Top 5 Christmas Colour Palettes for Custom Apparel
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Top 5 Christmas Colour Palettes for Custom Apparel

Discover the top 5 Christmas colour palettes perfect for custom apparel this festive season. From classic red and gold to icy blues and silver, get inspired to create standout designs with heat transfers and your heat press.

From Stockings to Santa Hats: What You Can Print This Christmas
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From Stockings to Santa Hats: What You Can Print This Christmas

From jumpers and beanies to stockings and homeware, explore easy Christmas printing ideas and products to make this your most creative season yet.

Heat Printing Q&A: Answering Beginner Questions
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Heat Printing Q&A: Answering Beginner Questions

Join Molly Hook, Stahls’ UK content creator, as she asks beginner questions about heat printing. Tips, laughs, and insights for new garment decorators!

Hot Peel vs Cold Peel: Which Transfer Type Works Best for You?
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Hot Peel vs Cold Peel: Which Transfer Type Works Best for You?

Hot peel or cold peel? Learn how each transfer type affects your workflow and find out which method is best for your printing setup.

How to Choose the Best Heat Press for Your First Year in Custom Printing
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How to Choose the Best Heat Press for Your First Year in Custom Printing

Starting your custom printing business? Learn how to choose the right heat press, what features matter most, and why Hotronix presses set you up for success.

More Than A Heat Press - The Artist Who Runs A Print Shop Out Of A Double-Decker Bus