--- title: The Route 66 collection, Specialty Apparel Decoration Series description: "The Route 66 kit is the 9th volume sample kit of Sharprints sample kit Collection: a specialty decoration sales kit designed to show examples of unique screenprinting." --- [![Sharprint_Decorated_Apparel](https://www.sharprint.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Sharprint/Website/Website_Pages/Homepage/Sharprint_Decorated_Apparel.png?width=720&height=140&name=Sharprint_Decorated_Apparel.png "Sharprint_Decorated_Apparel")](https://www.sharprint.com?hsLang=en-us) ![](https://www.sharprint.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Sharprint%20Redesign/ASI_Sharprint.png?width=50&height=29&name=ASI_Sharprint.png "ASI_Sharprint.png")![](https://www.sharprint.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Sharprint%20Redesign/PPAI_Sharprint.png?width=35&height=14&name=PPAI_Sharprint.png "PPAI_Sharprint.png")![2025 baby](https://www.sharprint.com/hs-fs/hubfs/2025%20baby.png?width=118&height=43&name=2025%20baby.png)   [![Blog Articles](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/26592/d5c8adb9-6aa4-479b-86f6-390648e0ee22.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/26592/d5c8adb9-6aa4-479b-86f6-390648e0ee22)  | [![Resources](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/26592/e3f58a6d-d0a6-44b9-9ed4-902f8da1a4bf.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/26592/e3f58a6d-d0a6-44b9-9ed4-902f8da1a4bf) | [![About Us](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/26592/6d4560cd-af36-437c-b7b7-2f22845bf6ea.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/26592/6d4560cd-af36-437c-b7b7-2f22845bf6ea)  | [![Order Status](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/26592/cf2e284b-85a6-4698-99aa-0952389ee7de.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/26592/cf2e284b-85a6-4698-99aa-0952389ee7de)  | [![Pay Invoice](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/26592/6b5e1305-d79d-46ed-aa3e-8309c165a269.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/26592/6b5e1305-d79d-46ed-aa3e-8309c165a269) [![Contact Us](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/26592/2c89477d-ce8c-4d93-9a4c-19ccab0fffca.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/26592/2c89477d-ce8c-4d93-9a4c-19ccab0fffca) This is a search field with an auto-suggest feature attached. - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. ![side banner (blk txt)](https://www.sharprint.com/hs-fs/hubfs/side%20banner%20(blk%20txt).png?width=1199&height=561&name=side%20banner%20(blk%20txt).png)   ## [All Things Decorated Apparel ⇥ Sharprint Blog ⇤ Visit & Subscribe](https://www.sharprint.com/blog?hsLang=en-us) ##### Route 66 Collage ### [Collage Style](https://www.sharprint.com/chicago-hometown-pride-all-over-printed-t-shirt-0?hsLang=en-us) Jumbo-sized prints are very trendy these days. It’s especially popular to print concert shirts at a large sizes. The prints stand out from a distance and can be an impressive way to make a statement. Featured Techniques - [Simulated Process](https://www.sharprint.com/screen-print/color-separation?hsLang=en-us) - [Jumbo Print](https://www.sharprint.com/screen-print/specialty-screen-printing?hsLang=en-us) [Info + Images + Video **](https://www.sharprint.com/chicago-hometown-pride-all-over-printed-t-shirt-0?hsLang=en-us) ##### Collection of Motel Signs ### [Off The Bottom/Chino](https://www.sharprint.com/andersonville-vintage-printed-chicago-tshirt-0?hsLang=en-us) Chino inks are a great substitute for waterbased inks. They are more durable to wash, last longer, and remain brighter than a water-based print. They are known for their vibrant color and soft feel. They are easy to work with and can be mixed into Pantone colors. Chino inks look better printed on lighter shirt colors such as white, natural, and silver. Featured Techniques: - Off the Bottom - [Tonal Clear Gel](https://www.sharprint.com/screen-print/specialty-screen-printing?hsLang=en-us) [Info + Images + Video **](https://www.sharprint.com/andersonville-vintage-printed-chicago-tshirt-0?hsLang=en-us) ##### Jesse James Wax Museum ## [SHINY FOIL](https://www.sharprint.com/armour-square-sports-athletic-t-shirt-featuring-silver-shimmer-hd?hsLang=en-us) Foil comes is a wide array of colors and eects that can be special ordered for your project. Allow 3 weeks turnaround. Featured Techniques - METALLIC FOIL - DISCHARGE VS Plastisol H - [Vinyl Transfer](https://www.sharprint.com/armour-square-sports-athletic-t-shirt-featuring-silver-shimmer-hd?hsLang=en-us) [Info + Images + Video **](https://www.sharprint.com/armour-square-sports-athletic-t-shirt-featuring-silver-shimmer-hd?hsLang=en-us) ##### Chicken Boy ### [Vintage Feel](https://www.sharprint.com/bronzeville-textural-tactile-specialty-screen-printed-tshirt-0?hsLang=en-us) To create a vintage-inspired t-shirt, various print techniques are dialed in based on the garment, garment color, and design details. Printing without an under base on tri-blends is a great way to get the retail look that everyone loves. Featured Techniques - Jumbo Print - [Digital Distress ](https://www.sharprint.com/screen-print/specialty-screen-printing?hsLang=en-us)   [Info + Images **](https://www.sharprint.com/bronzeville-textural-tactile-specialty-screen-printed-tshirt-0?hsLang=en-us) ##### Corn Dog ### [All-Over Printing](https://www.sharprint.com/greektown-all-over-screen-printed-tshirt-featuring-hi-def-process?hsLang=en-us) All Over Printing (AOP) is one of the most sought-after and most challenging prints to execute. Since imperfections can occur when printing over seams and collars, the best AOP designs avoid those areas or utilize a complimentary aesthetic. Featured Techniques - [All Over Print](https://www.sharprint.com/greektown-all-over-screen-printed-tshirt-featuring-hi-def-process?hsLang=en-us) - Puff Print [Info + Images + Video **](https://www.sharprint.com/greektown-all-over-screen-printed-tshirt-featuring-hi-def-process?hsLang=en-us) ##### Tower Station ### [Fluorescent & Glow](https://www.sharprint.com/hyde-park-tshirt-1?hsLang=en-us) There will always be designs that call for the brightest of bright colors on dark garments. Typically bright inks look washed out on an under base unless your decorator carries a dedicated line of fluorescent and glow inks specifically formulated for printing on darks. This print also was separated using the simulated process method. The RGB color system that computer monitors use to display color allows for any combination of almost 17,000,000 colors. The ability to narrow a full-color computer image into a dozen or fewer printable colors remains to be the true test of a high-quality screen-printer. Featured Techniques - Simulated Process - [Fluorescent Ink (NEON)](https://www.sharprint.com/screen-print/specialty-screen-printing?hsLang=en-us) - [Glow in the dark](https://www.sharprint.com/screen-print/specialty-screen-printing?hsLang=en-us) [Info + Images + Video **](https://www.sharprint.com/hyde-park-tshirt-1?hsLang=en-us) ##### Cadillac Ranch ### [All that Glitter](https://www.sharprint.com/logan-square-monumental-tshirt-featuring-oversized-screen-prints?hsLang=en-us) Multi-color reflective flake in a clear ink. It can be used on its own or on top of other colors to add a glittery effect. Featured Techniques - [Crystalina](https://www.sharprint.com/screen-print/specialty-screen-printing?hsLang=en-us) Info + Images ** ##### Route 66 Sign ### [Reflective](https://www.sharprint.com/the-606-0?hsLang=en-us) Reflective inks have long been used for work safety apparel and have found their way into retail-driven designs for athletic gear - especially for runners, walkers, and bikers. Reflective ink are made up of a carrier base and small glass beads that reflect light back to its source. Featured Techniques - [Reflective Inks](https://www.sharprint.com/the-606?hsLang=en-us) - Special EFFECTS Clear [Info + Images + Video **](https://www.sharprint.com/the-606?hsLang=en-us) ##### Painted Desert ### [Painted Desert](https://www.sharprint.com/uptown-bright-at-night-screen-printed-tshirt-with-glow-ink-effects-0?hsLang=en-us) Textural specialty inks can be used for a visual and tactile experience that cannot be achieved through traditional plastisol inks or their dimensional counterparts, puff and high density. Take creativity to the next level. Featured Techniques - [Sponge Effects](https://www.sharprint.com/uptown-bright-at-night-screen-printed-tshirt-with-glow-ink-effects?hsLang=en-us) - [CMYK with under base](https://www.sharprint.com/uptown-bright-at-night-screen-printed-tshirt-with-glow-ink-effects?hsLang=en-us) [Info + Images + Video **](https://www.sharprint.com/uptown-bright-at-night-screen-printed-tshirt-with-glow-ink-effects-0?hsLang=en-us) ##### Kick Your Kicks Hot Rod ### [Mixed Media](https://www.sharprint.com/chicago-skyline-puff-embroidery-totebag-for-the-chicago-collection?hsLang=en-us) Mixed media decoration can really create excitement and dimensions to your design. For this particular design, the back is a mix between a screen-printed photographic image and an embroidered image of a monster in a hot rod. Featured Techniques - [Embroidery](https://www.sharprint.com/embroidery?hsLang=en-us) - [Simulated Process](https://www.sharprint.com/screen-print/color-separation?hsLang=en-us) [Info + Images **](https://www.sharprint.com/chicago-skyline-puff-embroidery-totebag-for-the-chicago-collection-0?hsLang=en-us) ##### Cadillac ranch [**Color Chang Inks **](https://www.sharprint.com/hyde-park-tshirt-0?hs_preview=DupsFLXD-100271913000&hsLang=en-us) Ultra Violet Color Change inks are great for making your design pop out. Indoors, the ink is practically undetectable. When exposed to sunlight (or other UV light) the inks transition to full color! Available in set colors and is only visible on white or natural t-shirts. Featured Techniques - [UV Reactive](https://26592.hubspotpreview-na1.com/pilsen-uv-reactive-screen-printed-t-shirt-for-the-chicago-collection) - [Black Plastisol](https://26592.hubspotpreview-na1.com/pilsen-uv-reactive-screen-printed-t-shirt-for-the-chicago-collection) [Info + Images **](https://www.sharprint.com/hyde-park-tshirt-0?hsLang=en-us) ##### Big Texan Boots ### [DTG vs Screenprint](https://www.sharprint.com/united-center-screenprint-vs-digital-print-on-tshirts-with-embroidery-0?hsLang=en-us)   Screenprint or Digital? The modern dilemma of apparel decoration. These days, both mediums are capable of beautiful full-color reproduction, so deciding which method to use is a balance of quantity, time, cost, and style of artwork. Consult your decorator for recommendations.   Featured Techniques - [Screenprint](https://26592.hubspotpreview-na1.com/united-center-screenprint-vs-digital-print-on-tshirts-with-embroidery) - [Direct-To-Garment Print](https://26592.hubspotpreview-na1.com/united-center-screenprint-vs-digital-print-on-tshirts-with-embroidery) [Info + Images **](https://www.sharprint.com/united-center-screenprint-vs-digital-print-on-tshirts-with-embroidery-0?hsLang=en-us) ### **4 Simple Steps To Worry Free Order Production** The Four Simple Steps is a system for placing orders that helps organize details and keeps you informed about the progress of your custom screen print, embroidery, and digital print orders. By pro-actively providing you with status updates, you can continue getting business instead of being bogged down by the orders you already have. 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