What embellishment should I choose?
With our in-house embellishment services, TAPP is able to offer over a dozen options for embellishments ranging from embroidery to laser etching to heat transfer.
However we understand this can be overwhelming for someone not familiar with the process so we’ve put together a guide that walks you through each application and helps you choose the one that’s best for you.
Laser-etched Leather
Laser etching uses a tightly-focused beam of light to burn away small layers of a fabric, creating a tonal decoration.
2-D PVC
Dimensions relief transfers with high and low relief portions using different colors. A corn-based PVC makes this decoration eco-friendly.
Silicone Dye-Block
Silicone transfers are a dimensional, heat-applied decoration with a soft, rubbery feel and matte finish.
Patches
Patches are a great vintage throwback that's trending in retail, action sports, and outdoor recreation. Patches are available in embroidered, woven, or sublimated variations.
Embroidery
Machine-sewn designs that puncture a piece of fabric thousands of times with thread to recreate a logo or piece of creative
Screen Print
A technique that uses a mesh stencil and ink to imprint a design onto a garment.
Silicone-based Heat Transfer
An elevated, sport-related and trend right logo in silicone, for athletic fan wear.
Dye Sublimation
Dye sublimation can create full-color photo-realistic images on an end-to-end surface or in small spot areas, through a super heated ink process that permeates the fabric fibers.
Simulated Stitch
A heavy, varsity-stitched appearance without needing to stitch into garment.
Hologram
A shiny translucent vinyl that creates a see-through effect when applied to a garment
Foil
A high-quality foil decoration with a shiny finishes in dozens of patterns, applied via heat transfer. Ideal for personalization as well as logos.
3-D Molded
These textured decorations make a powerful statement and are ideal for sports when applied to jerseys, hats, and outerwear. Available in metal, high-gloss, and standard finishes.
HD Flock Transfer
With a raised and heavily-textured hand feel, High-Detail Flock Transfers can be used to create a colorful, vintage look with incredible detail.
Hybrid Transfer
Hybrid transfers mix digital print and screen technology to create full-color logos with no outlines or borders, via water-based inks. They are eco-friendly and can be applied to most fabrics.
Reverse Applique
With our laser bridge machine, we take appliqué embellishment one step further with reverse
appliqué. To achieve this fashion look, we cut through the garment surface to reveal a layer of
appliqué below. You can even combine reverse appliqué with embroidery or regular appliqué
to create a great multi-media design like the ones shown below.
Sequin Embroidery
Create eye-catching looks for women’s garments with sequin
embroidery. We stock all of the sequin colors shown below. One
color sequin can be used in combination with multiple embroidery
thread colors to create a unique design.
Laser Applique
We offers high-tech laser cut appliqué embellishment
that can be used to create a variety of looks. Choose from a
large assortment of appliqué fabrics and colors to produce
everything from classic to fashion designs in single or
multiple layers.
Laser Etch
Utilizing laser technology, we can etch a design on a variety of fabrics. The end result differs by fabric, but is always
a precise, clean mark that offers a unique, upscale look. Our laser can achieve smaller detailing than other laser
machines. Take advantage of unique placements, such as across zippers and seams or down sleeves to create a
design that looks like it’s part of the fabric. Laser etching is recommended for medium-shade garments.
Tech Patches
Our laser tech patches are a fashion-forward branding option
for our mid-weight layers and outerwear.
DIE-MOLD TRANSFERS
An upscale option for adding texture and dimension to brand logos.
Great on performance garments or for larger logos with lots of detail.
Die-mold transfers can be applied to garments labeled for Die-Mold
Transfer (DMT) decoration. Not available on caps.