Crewneck
A round, collarless neckline that sits at the base of the neck, commonly found on t-shirts, sweatshirts, and sweaters. A crewneck sweatshirt is a pullover with no hood or zipper that features this round neckline. Crewneck necklines differ from V-necks, scoop necks, and Henley necklines. In blank apparel, crewneck sweatshirts are one of the most popular garments for DTF and screen printing decoration due to their large, flat chest area.
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A sleeve construction where the sleeve extends in one piece from the neckline to the underarm, creating a diagonal seam from the collarbone to the armpit. Raglan sleeves are commonly seen on baseball tees, athletic wear, and casual apparel. Raglan shirts are available wholesale from brands like Bella Canvas, Next Level, and Augusta Sportswear. The diagonal seam line on raglan shirts affects DTF transfer placement — designs should be positioned to avoid overlapping the seam.
A garment finishing process where t-shirts and other apparel are washed after construction to break in the fabric fibers, creating a softer, pre-worn hand feel. Soft-washed shirts feel more comfortable out of the package than untreated blanks. Comfort Colors is one of the most recognized brands for soft-washed garments. DTF transfers adhere to soft-washed fabrics at standard press settings.