Saturday, November 24, 2012

Different Ways To Personalize Cotton Waffle Robes

By Clinton Sherfey


Cotton waffle robes are more preferable than towels. It allows one to move around with much comfort without needing to towel off as its materials absorb water. They would be great as gifts and customizing them would surely make the receiver remember you everyday when they use it.

First, you have to select one according to weight and style. You may either want to choose one that is thin and lightweight which dries faster and is much cheaper. A heavier and much thicker weave would cost more but it would surely last longer and much more durable. Cotton is more preferable over synthetic blends if there are no caustic substances present in your bathroom or spa.

There are different methods of printing. The most common of them are through embroidery and inking. Ink printing can be done with fabric markers and stencils or by silkscreen. The cheapest way of doing is by hand embroidery. However, the other methods are really not that expensive. It is just because there are no other needed materials except a needle and thread for hand embroidery.

One may opt for an embroidery machine. It is an indispensable tool for personalizing fabrics. On getting one, make sure to try out first on different materials to find out which one you could handle better. Price, design, and comfort should be considered when buying one. Try asking your dealer if they offer any short courses which teach the buyer embroidery techniques. This is possible with specialty shops.

Hand embroidering would be suitable for those who have enough time and do not want to spend more. An imprint should first be created. Paper waxes may be used as stencils to aid in embroidering. Use an embroidering hoop to keep the fabric in place.

A silkscreen unit would be affordable. Have one of them. They would be composed of a mesh, brayer, and paints. You would be dealing with paints which could not be erased so do some practice printing before doing it on the robes.

Here is a tip for the best places to print or embroider your design. Place them on the area in the middle of the shoulder blade. It would send forth a more luxurious look and relaxing image. Other places to place it would be on the front pockets. You may run across it also.

Cotton waffle robes can be great gifts. They are one of the best things to give as they are used often. Customizing them would be a fun activity and would add a more personal touch.




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