Ever wonder how printers achieve smooth gradients and realistic shading using only one ink color? The secret lies in halftones — the tiny dot patterns that turn solid ink into subtle tonal variations. What are Halftones? Halftones are dot patterns used to simulate tonal variation with a single ink color. By varying dot size and […]

AI generated images save time, but have to be reviewed carefully for duplicated words and unintentional elements.

Have you ever noticed that your embroidery sew outs on backing material look rough, fuzzy or feathered? This happens because embroidery backing doesn’t have a weave or grain to hold stitches in place. Without this structure, needlepoints shift into nearby holes and bunch up, leaving even the best underlay looking uneven and messy. That’s why […]

What Every Customer Should Know for Better Print Results At Ignition Drawing, we believe that great artwork begins with understanding the foundations. Whether you’re designing for embroidery, screen printing, or digital decoration, knowing the difference between vector and raster art is essential. These two image types serve different purposes, and choosing the right one can […]