When did it all begin? Bauhaus directly translates as “construction house”. Frankly, that’s quite fitting taking into account what we already know about Bauhaus Design. The Bauhaus was an early 20th Century German school of the arts. Opened in 1919 by a German architect, it was called ‘Staatliches Bauhaus’. Until 1925 you could find the […]
Drop-shipping is the new word on everybody’s lips at the moment, but what is drop-shipping? What does it mean? How does it work? Maybe you have either a small business or a huge idea, and someone dropped the phrase into a conversation and you want to get to the bottom of it. That’s what we’re […]
In the world of drop-shipping, there are so many options that are available to you. Arguably, one of the most popular platforms for selling your products on is Shopify. But where do you start? What is the best way to market your Shopify store? What are the best Shopify apps? In fact, what even is […]
Direct to garment printing, also known as DTG is a somewhat new printing technology which is becoming increasingly popular. It has multiple pros and cons, as with all printing methods, but what is direct to garment printing? Direct to Garment Printing Process The DTG process is pretty much exactly what it says. The inks are […]
When you’re a budding art student, you often want to get hands-on and start creating. But with no direction, you can often come up drawing a blank. A great way to get started, get the creative juices flowing, and receive some direction is to take part in art competitions for students. Some of them have […]
Back in the old days, selling art meant taking your paintings to a local gallery for patrons to browse and buy. In the digital age, however, art is everywhere, and selling your art has never been easier. With tons of platforms out there, it’s hard to know which site is best for your brand. Every […]
Sublimation printing is becoming more and more popular. It is a form of digital printing that uses a specialised paper. There are many pros and cons of sublimation printing, but overall it is clear to see why it’s gaining so much traction. So, what is sublimation printing? The Sublimation Process Sublimation is a chemical process. […]
When researching or reading about different fabrics, you are likely to see the word yarn mentioned a lot. ‘Made from spun yarns’ or ‘with synthetic yarns’ are a couple of examples. But what is yarn? What is spun yarn? Are there other types? What does it all mean, and how much relevance does this bear […]
Screen printing – also known as silkscreen – is arguably one of the most common processes used in the textile industry. As with all printing methods, it has its pros and cons. These can be weighed up to see if it is the best method for you. So, what is screen printing, exactly? How is […]
If you want to breathe new life into your home, without entirely redecorating or having to invest in all new furniture, then we might just have the solution for you. It could be time to reupholster some of your old, tired furnishings and bring them forward into the 2020s. But what exactly is upholstery? And […]