The RM Press Blog

So you want to try your hand at embroidery? Awesome choice! Whether you’re looking to personalize gifts, jazz up your wardrobe, or just need a relaxing hobby (trust me, it’s more zen than you think), embroidery is a fun and rewarding craft that anyone can learn.

That garage sale screen printing kit is still in my shop today. I’m not sure it works anymore—frankly, I’m not sure it ever worked properly—but it sits in my utility room as a reminder that every big dream starts with a small step.

If you’ve been exploring custom apparel or promotional products, you’ve probably seen the acronyms “DTF” and “UVDTF” tossed around a lot lately. But what do they actually mean? And more importantly, which one is right for your next project?

Let’s be real—most marketing strategies are like plain burgers. They get the job done, but they’re missing that mouthwatering “wow” factor that keeps people coming back for more.

Let’s be honest: we’ve all been to an event, conference, or community fair and walked away with a bag of branded goodies. Maybe you scored a water bottle, a pen that actually writes, or—if you hit the jackpot—a sturdy tote bag.

In 2018, I did something that terrified and excited me in equal measure. I decided to turn my garage hobby into a real business. My friends thought I was crazy. My wife thought I was brave. I thought I was probably both.

They say it takes 10,000 hours to master something. I’m pretty sure I put in 20,000—mostly because I kept making the same mistakes over and over again. But hey, that’s how you learn, right?

Sometimes the best investments come with the worst instructions. Twenty-two years ago, I paid five bucks for what looked like a medieval torture device at a garage sale. Turns out, it was a screen printing kit – and it would eventually become the foundation of RM Custom Screen Printing.

Koozie Magic: Fun and Creative Ways to Elevate Your Party or Wedding! When it comes to adding a personal touch to your party or wedding, koozies are a fantastic option!