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INDUSTRY NEWS www.images-magazine.com 14 images FEBRUARY 2021 Visit us on Facebook for all the latest news updates: @imagesmaguk Want to know what your industry colleagues really think of the garments and accessories they decorate? Each issue, one reader tells us why they rate a particular product Becky Somers, owner of Designs by Somer, says her favourite garment to decorate is the Cross Neck Hoodie (JH021) from Just Hoods by AWDis. “I love these hoodies for the quality – so soft and warm, and they last wash after wash. With its great selection of colours and large printing space, you can create something unique, or the perfect workwear with business logos.” The JH021 has proved a popular and versatile option during the coronavirus pandemic, adds Becky. “It’s perfect in this colder weather to keep you warm and toasty, and great for any outdoor activities, work or exercise. It’s also ideal for working from home or as lockdown loungewear, as it’s so comfortable, and the cross neck style really sets it apart from the average hoodie.” As for advice on how best to decorate the Cross Neck Hoodie, Becky’s golden rule is “Pre-pressing prevents poor printing!”. www.facebook.com/DesignsbySomer READERS’ CHOICE The hoodie has a large print area that’s perfect for creating something unique, says Becky Becky’s favourite style – the Cross Neck Hoodie from Just Hoods by AWDis MagnaColours introduces MagnaPrint Discharge Low Odour inks Ink manufacturer MagnaColours has launched its new MagnaPrint Discharge LO (low odour) range. Activated with MagnaPrint Activator AB, MagnaPrint Discharge LO is a ZFS discharge system that aims to minimise the unpleasant odour MagnaColours says is associated with printing discharge inks, therefore creating a better working environment. “Following positive feedback from customer trials, we are officially launching MagnaPrint Discharge LO as an alternative to the regular MagnaPrint Discharge AB AW range. “Offering bold coloured prints and a super-soft hand-feel, the new low-odour inks offer all the benefits of discharge printing with a sweet bubblegum aroma.” imagesmag.uk/MagnaPrint- Discharge-LO The new MagnaPrint Discharge Low Odour printing inks have a sweet bubblegum aroma Wizzprint Wizzprint in Witney, West Oxfordshire, decorated activewear and accessories with logo embroidery for a local yoga instructor. imagesmag.uk/Wizzprint-yoga Heimtextil postponed until 2022 The organisers at Messe Frankfurt have postponed Heimtextil until 2022 due to the coronavirus pandemic. Originally scheduled for May 2021, the textile trade fair will now take place from 11-14 January 2022 at the Frankfurt Exhibition Centre in Germany. imagesmag.uk/Heimtextil- postponed-2022