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JoshEllsworth · January 5th, 2007

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Originally Posted by Rodney


	Newbie question here...but what is twill and why would I want to use it?

Tackle Twill is a process where designs are cut from polyester twill fabric and sewn or heat pressed to a garment. An adhesive backing tacks the material in place and the edges are sewn with a zig-zag or satin stitch or heat pressed with transfer vinyl. Tackle Twill is most commonly known for its use for athletic lettering on the uniforms of professional sports teams. The use of twill to create "appliques" is a great alternative to filled areas of embroidery and creates a cool look by adding dimension and texture. The main advantage of tackle twill is the reduction of embroidery stitches needed to fill a design area. Tackle twill looks great on hoodies as well.