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Decorations

At Nerds, we offer a variety of ways to bring your designs to life.
From screen printing and embroidery to laser engraving and more, each technique is chosen to make your merch stand out.
Explore the possibilities and find the perfect fit for your brand!
Depth & elegance

Embroidery

  • Embroidery uses colorful threads to stitch your design directly onto the fabric, creating a durable and textured finish.
  • Ideal for hats, jackets, polos, and thicker materials.
  • Best suited for smaller, simpler designs with limited colors. Highly detailed or large designs may lose clarity.
  • A premium, long-lasting, and professional look that adds depth and texture to your logo or artwork.
  • Full-color flexibility

    DTF Printing

  • DTF (Direct-to-Film) Printing transfers vibrant, full-color designs onto garments using heat and a special film.
  • Great for T-shirts, hoodies, Jackets and a variety of accessories, including caps and bags. Go-to for polyester garments and difficult access.
  • Works best with bold, detailed designs, but may not be ideal for very extremely large and filled prints.
  • A versatile and vibrant print that’s soft to the touch, with excellent durability and washability.
  • Larger runs

    Screen Printing

  • Screen printing uses ink pressed through a stencil (screen) to apply your design onto fabric or other flat surfaces.
  • Perfect for T-shirts, hoodies, bags, and larger apparel items, especially with bold designs.
  • Best for designs with limited colors. Complex, highly detailed designs can require multiple screens and colors.
  • A vibrant, durable, and high-quality print with a slightly raised texture that stands out on fabric.
  • GO-TO OBJECT PRINT

    Pad Printing

  • Pad printing uses a silicone pad to transfer ink onto items with irregular shapes or surfaces.
  • Perfect for pens, bottles, mugs, and other promotional items with hard surfaces.
  • Best for single-color or simple designs. Multicolor prints may require multiple passes and fine details can be tricky.
  • A clean, precise print ideal for small items, providing a professional finish with good durability.
  • Premium look

    Laser Engraving

  • Laser engraving uses a focused laser to etch your design directly onto the surface of the material, creating a precise and permanent mark.
  • Ideal for metal, glass, wood, and some plastics, commonly used on bottles, keychains, and tech accessories.
  • Works best on hard materials with simple designs. Limited to monochrome designs, as it removes material rather than adding color.
  • A high-quality, durable, and sleek finish that gives your items a refined, professional look.
  • Digital Print on objects

    UV Printing

  • UV printing uses ultraviolet light to instantly cure and set ink, allowing for high-quality, full-color prints on a wide range of surfaces.
  • Great for printing on hard surfaces like plastic, metal, glass, and even wood.
  • Works best for flat surfaces and detailed, colorful designs. May not be suitable for very textured or uneven surfaces.
  • A vibrant, glossy, and durable finish that resists fading, making it ideal for eye-catching, high-detail prints.
  • Standout

    Patches

  • Patches can be embroidered, woven, or printed, and are applied to garments with or without an embroidered border for added detail.
  • Perfect for jackets, hats, bags, and other items where a textured, bold logo or design is desired.
  • Works best for designs with clear shapes and borders. Fine details may be limited, depending on the patch style.
  • A versatile and durable option that adds dimension and a standout look to any item, with the option for intricate borders or smooth finishes.
  • Embossing

    Hot Stamp

  • Hot stamping uses heat and pressure to create an embossed design directly onto PU leather, without the use of foil.
  • Perfect for PU leather products like notebooks, wallets, and bags.
  • Best for simple, bold designs. Fine details may be less visible due to the nature of the embossing.
  • A sleek, professional finish that gives PU leather items a subtle, high-quality look with an embossed texture.
  • Ideal for our vinga collection

    PU Labels

  • PU labels are made from laser-cut and engraved PU material, creating a non-permanent logo with a low environmental impact.
  • Ideal for VINGA bags and other items where sustainable branding is key.
  • Works best for simple, bold designs. Fine details might not be as sharp with the laser engraving.
  • A sleek, eco-friendly option that adds a modern, minimalist look to your products, with a focus on sustainability.
  • Got Questions? We’ve Got Answers!

    Everything you need to know about our decoration techniques and how we can help you create the perfect custom product.

    Don’t worry—our team is here to help! We’ll guide you in selecting the perfect decoration method based on your product and design. If you have something specific in mind or want a technique not listed, just let us know. We can likely make it happen!

    Yes, in most cases, you can mix techniques like embroidery and screen printing on the same item. Just ask, and we’ll help make it work!

    We prefer vector files (like .AI or .EPS) for the best results. If you don’t have your design in vector format, we can help with vectorizing it. Need a design? No problem! Our team can also create a custom design just for you.

    Yes, some techniques have limitations. Screen printing, embroidery, and pad printing work best with limited colors, while digital printing methods like DTF and UV printing use full CMYK color for vibrant designs.

    All our decoration techniques are built to last. Each method is chosen to provide a durable, high-quality finish that stands up to wear and washing.

    Some decoration methods aren’t available in our online design tool. If you want a technique like embroidery or pad printing, or have a custom request, just contact us, and we’ll help you create something awesome.