SPECIALTY INKS & DECORATING
When it comes to decorating apparel, Safari Sun offers an assortment of specialty inks & techniques that can add excitement and value to your design.
We are a high volume decorator so whether it’s adding a little dazzle or creating a subdued vintage look, we’re here to help your apparel stand out!
![foil foiled black shirt](https://www.safarisun.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/foil.jpg)
FOIL EFFECTS
Super shiny metallic film that is heat applied to a design after printing. Gives a bright, highly reflective surface appearance.
![glitter-flake2 glitter flake on pink shirt](https://www.safarisun.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/glitter-flake2.jpg)
JEWEL GLITTER
Large glitter flake particles that are integrated directly into the ink. Adds a high impact dazzle effect & sparkly appearance to designs.
![sugar-glitter sugar glitter cow character](https://www.safarisun.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/sugar-glitter.jpg)
SUGAR GLITTER
Fine clear glitter particles that are sprinkled on top of the print. Gives a very sparkly, sugar-dusted look to part of or the entire design.
![crystalina crystalina t shirt effect](https://www.safarisun.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/crystalina.jpg)
CRYSTALINA
A clear gel mixed in together with multi-color sparkle flake. Printed over parts of or the full design to create a subtle highlight or shimmer effect.
![neons neon ink technique on rocker shirt](https://www.safarisun.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/neons.jpg)
NEON INKS
Fluorescent inks that will react brightly underneath a blacklight. Adds a pop of intensity & fun to any design for both kids or adults.
![metallic Metalic ink close up](https://www.safarisun.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/metallic-1.jpg)
METALLIC INKS
Plastisol ink containing tiny metallic flakes. Creates an eye catching, shimmery finish when fully printed. Available in metallic gold’s & silver’s.
![glow-in-dark3 close up of glow in the dark ink on black](https://www.safarisun.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/glow-in-dark3.jpg)
GLOW-IN-DARK
Creates an intense, phosphorescent, glow in the dark effect. After charging in light this ink will glow back a soft green color in the darkness.
![reflective Reflective ink close up](https://www.safarisun.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/reflective-1.jpg)
REFLECTIVE INKS
Heat transfer material that brightly reflects vehicle headlights. Ideal for emergency workers, crews or anyone looking for hi-visibility apparel.
![scented-ink Scented ink shirt close up on heart](https://www.safarisun.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/scented-ink.jpg)
SCENTED INKS
Scented additive that’s mixed directly into ink. Available in almost any scent from chocolate to bacon.
![discharge Close up of discharge ink](https://www.safarisun.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/discharge.jpg)
DISCHARGE INKS
Water based process that removes the dye of the shirt & replaces it with a color. Soft & good for printing over seams. Must be 100% cotton.
![fashion-soft close up of our fashion soft specialty ink](https://www.safarisun.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/fashion-soft.jpg)
FASHION SOFT
Ink thinning additive that creates a subdued, softer print on garments. Lightweight & great for vintage style prints or designs on heather apparel.
![puff-ink puff ink close up](https://www.safarisun.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/puff-ink.jpg)
PUFF INKS
An additive that causes ink to rise up. Gives a raised, foamy and puffy feel when heat cured. Fantastic way to produce eye-catching 3D texture.
![simulated-denim simulated denim with embroidery](https://www.safarisun.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/simulated-denim.jpg)
FAUX DENIM
Printing method that combines high density ink with additives to achieve the texture & illusion of simulated denim sewn onto a shirt.
![felt-applique coral felt applique close up](https://www.safarisun.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/felt-applique.jpg)
FELT APPLIQUE
Heat transferred applique that creates a fuzzy, soft and distressed texture to the surface area. Looks best when paired with embroidery.
![glitter-applique Glitter Applique close up in teal](https://www.safarisun.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/glitter-applique.jpg)
GLAM APPLIQUE
Heat applied applique that creates a unique sparkly look to the surface of apparel. Comes in a variety of colors and is best paired with embroidery.
![stone rock effect ink on t shirt](https://www.safarisun.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/stone.jpg)
ROCK PRINT
Printing method that combines high density ink with additives to create the unique texture & appearance of cracked stone onto garments.