{"title":"Accessories","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe little things that make a big difference.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccessories collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e brings together the tools and consumables we use and recommend to help you get the best results from your DTF, UVDTF and garment decoration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUVDTF application squeegees\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for smooth, controlled application to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003educk canvas for second pressing DTF transfers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, you’ll find practical production essentials designed to make decorating easier, improve consistency and help achieve a professional finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you're running a busy print shop, building a clothing brand or pressing garments from home, these are the useful bits worth having close to hand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTested. 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