[Names]

I picked up a bunch of shirts like this in Thailand.
How is it done?


Thanks!!

 

[2020 PrintWorks]

The only thing I can think of is maybe they used two screens for the white. One for the base and another hi-density screen for the raised middle. It's pretty awesome, however it was done!

 

[royster13]

it is an applique made from molded silicone....

 

[red514]

it's a very cool effect. not sure how it's done but i'm guessing it's screen printed from what i see in the closeup pics. wonder if it's sort of a "stucko" effect where the ink is holding in the screen and lifts as the screen raises....

if it is a molded appliqué, i'm wondering what the cost would be, seems like an expensive process.

 

[Names]

I have seen nothing like it since, and can find no reference to it anywhere.
It must still be a trade secret. It certainly feels like rubber or silicone.
And the raised "3d" parts are very uniform and precise.

 

[jgabby]

Printop make that kind of base and it is called PUNKY BASED :

[media]http://www.printop.com/printopen/cont/fotos/20100601154937.jpg[/media]

PRINTOP® - TXP Punky Base 700