How to Create a Rugby League Jersey

Customize your jersey

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  Using the shirt designer system at http://www.playmore-sports.com, begin with

  clicking on products, then choose shirt designer. This directs you to the customizing page. Here choose the first drop-down box category. Scroll down, selecting rugby jersey.

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  Clicking on the second drop-down box called print method gives you two options, cut and sewn or sublimation.

  Sublimation is an advanced printing process in which inks are absorbed into fabric through a high heat transfer. Using sublimation, colors will not fade, peel or crack. This affords a limitless option for creativity of the jersey.

  The traditional method is cut and sew. Literally, this means cutting fabric and sewing it together. This process takes longer because fabrics need to be matched with in-house stocks. Further, to produce cut and sew jerseys, artwork and logos must first be embroidered, screen-printed or heat-sealed then stitched to the jersey.

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  Choosing fabric for a rugby jersey, you have five options:

  4D-Stretch CoolDRY 240g

  A high-performance fabric 4D-Stretch conforms to the natural movements of an athlete without restriction, while the CoolDRY system keeps moisture off the body.

  CoolDRY 220g

  A high-performance CoolDRY fabric is designed to move moisture away from the body during competition, keeping the athlete cool and dry. The 220g is suitable for hot and humid conditions.

  CVC-Cotton 220g/280g

  This woven cotton blend fabric is used for polo shirts because of its smooth finish and embroidery options. The 220g is perfect for hot and humid climates. CVC-Cotton cannot be used in the sublimation process.

  CVC-Cotton 280g

  This woven cotton blend fabric is used for polo shirts because of its smooth finish and embroidery options. The 280g is suitable for cooler climates. CVC-Cotton cannot be used in the sublimation process.

  Polyester 280g

  Designed with a smooth, silky finish, this fabric allows ease of movement for an athlete. It's typically used for netball and hockey jerseys.

Building, creating and designing your team's rugby jersey

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  Picking three jersey options at the start will give you three looks at the end. Building these jerseys will allow you to view lettering, logos, numbers and sponsors on a jersey prior to submitting.

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  Considering the age group and level of competition, choose a neckline that complements the overall look of the jersey. Some options include a standard V-neck, round neck, British collar or polo style.

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  Label the front and back of the jersey using text input. Click on the space a cursor will appear; type in a word for team name, sponsor, saying, or quote. Pressing "enter" affixes the word to the layout page. Click and drag the word, setting it on the front or back. Using the text box editor on the right, you can increase or decrease size, rotate 360 degrees in either direction, choose a font and font color.

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  Clicking logo upload enables you to upload .jpg file(s) from your desktop. You have the ability to adjust the size, rotate, make transparent, reset, add color or remove it. Pressing the close button returns you to the main design layout page.

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  Clicking on the white and gray box above "remarks" takes you to a second window. Here you can select the jersey sizes, order the quantities needed for each size and add numbers and back names. When finished, press the close button.

  When you have a completed jersey template but still have questions or concerns, write these into the "remarks" area for the printer to respond.

  Submitting your jersey sends you to the "order summary" page. Here, all the details about your jersey will be displayed in the right column. Fill in the New Order information and shipping details, then press the submit order button.