Iron On Dark Transfer Paper

Iron on dark transfer paper can be used with either Inkjet or Laser printers for producing quick, inexpensive photo quality prints transferred on to your garment in a matter of minutes via a heat press or iron. If you have a dark garment, and want to apply a design quickly, you will need dark heat transfer paper. This method of garment creation is relatively durable, however after many washings, the image may begin cracking or fading. It is often the ideal heat transfer paper for small quantities of garments, which need personalization, or can be used for realistic photo applications. It is relatively easy to use and works well if instructions are followed.

To eliminate having a box around your design, especially on dark fabrics, it is important to cut the paper around the design. You can use dark transfer paper to decorate t-shirts, sweatshirts, mouse pads, coasters, puzzles and leather goods. Of course, you can also use a laser cutter machine for the most professional look and quality.

Another great way to decorate dark fabrics is by applying a vinyl film. Heat Transfer Vinyl makes an excellent transfer which will last longer than most garments without cracking, peeling, or fading. It is best used for adding names and numbers on sports uniforms. It is easy to use, but applying more than 3 colors with intricate details can be labor intensive. As with the dark transfer paper, this is best used with a laser cutter.

Tshirtsupplies.com is a very good source of information about using dark heat transfer paper and vinyl foils. They also offer sample packs at a discounted price so that customers can test their products to see which works best for their requirements. Their heat transfer papers include products for light and dark fabrics, and options for inkjet or laser printers, fuser oil and non-fuser oil printers. Their heat transfer vinyl films include many unique and eye-catching images. They offer wonderful customer support for all their products, and have a large inventory in stock.

If you have any questions, please check out t-shirtsupplies.com’s FAQ or contact them via the website.

Prepare for Emergencies with North State Industrial Supply

You can be ready for an unexpected hurricane, tornado, earthquake, flood, or terrorist attack by preparing an emergency kit. North State Supply can help. We have almost everything you’ll need to prepare for any emergency.

The website Ready.gov recommends the following items for your emergency kit. Your kit should include the basics of survival: fresh water, food, clean air and warmth.
Items Needed for a Basic Emergency Supply Kit:

• Water, one gallon of water per person per day for at least three days, for drinking and sanitation
• Food, at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food
• Can opener, knife
• Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert and extra batteries for both
• Flashlight and extra batteries
• First aid kit
• Whistle to signal for help
• Dust mask to help filter contaminated air
• Plastic sheeting and duct tape to create a shelter
• Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties for personal sanitation
• Wrench or pliers
• Local maps
• Cell phone and charger – battery or car charger if possible

Additional Items to Consider for an Emergency Supply Kit:

• Prescription medications and glasses
• Infant formula and diapers
• Pet food and extra water for your pet
• Matches, important documents and cash in a waterproof, portable container
• First aid book
• Sleeping bag or warm blanket
• Complete change of clothing including shoes
• Chlorine bleach and medicine dropper – When diluted nine parts water to one part bleach, bleach can be used as a disinfectant. Or in an emergency, you can use it to treat water by using 16 drops of regular household liquid bleach per gallon of water. Do not use scented, color safe or bleaches with added cleaners.
• Fire Extinguisher
• Mess kits, paper cups, plates and plastic utensils, paper towels
• Paper and pencil
• Light Sticks

In addition, you will want to be prepared for the clean up after the disaster. There are several items you will need in stock for this.
Items to Stock for After the Emergency:

• Safety Glasses
• Mops and Brooms
• Lubricants
• Generators
• Tarps
• Gloves
• Insect Repellents
• Cordless Drills
• Padlocks
• Extension Cords
• Pumps
• Fans
• Rain Suits
• Respirators

Keeping an emergency kit will provide you with peace of mind and the tools you’ll need to rescue yourself in the event of an emergency.

We have also listed several websites to visit for helpful information in the event of an emergency:

• The American Red Cross
• FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency)
• The Weather Channel @ weather.com

Using Smoked Salmon and Smoked Trout in Recipes

Smoked fish is moist and flavorful, and can be used in many recipes as the main ingredient or as burst of unexpected flavor. Fish is usually smoked to accentuate the flavors of the meat, and because fish is high in fat and oil content, it is especially tasty. Lean fish tends to turn dry and rough when smoked, which is why salmon and trout, with their higher oil content, are such good candidates for smoking.

Smoked salmon can be prepared in many different ways, including the main course for a meal, placed on a bagel, in eggs, in patès, in pasta dishes, and in quiches. Salmon can be smoked in two ways: hot smoked, or kippered, and cold smoked, or Nova style.

Cold smoked salmon (under 90ºF) adds amazing flavor, but does not cook the fish, and so, should be refrigerated. In this method, the salmon absorbs the smoke given off by the wood chips, creating a delicate flavor and texture. It is a much longer process than hot smoking, and can take days. Cold smoking doesn’t actually cook the meat, but the brine it is soaked in draws out moisture and adds the flavors of the woods and herbs during the smoking. Cold smoked salmon is best sliced as thinly as possible, and is a favorite with cream cheese and bagels, and on blinis with sour cream, capers or caviar. Nova style smoked salmon is a flavorful cold smoked salmon product.

Hot smoked salmon is fully cooked at 145 degrees for 30 minutes (FDA guidelines for vacuum packed), but should still be kept refrigerated. Hot smoked salmon is best cut into chunks or flakes. It can then be used in pasta, salads, eggs and pies. Click here to view some of our favorite smoked salmon recipes.

Smoked trout is usually prepared using a hot smoking method (around 225ºF) for a firmer texture, but this produces a slightly less moist fish. In order to increase the moisture of the finished product, the trout can be cured or put into a brine of salt, sugar, water, and spices. This also adds to the flavor of the smoked trout. Oak and fruit woods give the best flavors for hot smoking. One benefit of the hot smoking method is that the slow cooking helps to remove the fish meat from the bone. Smoked trout are very tasty, and you can eat them just the way they are, or you can use it as an appetizer or an ingredient in other dishes. Smoked trout and cream cheese make great dips. Click here to view some of our favorite smoked trout recipes.
Smoked salmon or trout can be frozen for months. If you plan to freeze smoked fish, first remove the bones and skin, freezing only the meat.

Sugartown Smoked Specialties has many different varieties of smoked salmon and smoked trout. They expertly combine spices and wood types to create unique smoked flavors that compliment the fish. Their award winning smoked foods are perfect for any party or dinner alone, or used in one of your own recipes. Tasmanian Trout was awarded outstanding fish or artisinal seafood product in the 2008 Gallo Family Vineyards Gold Medal Awards. Sugartown’s recipe for the ultimate hot smoked, Sea-Run Rainbow Trout from the pristine waters of Tasmania is moist and flaky with an exceptional flavor.