How to skip proofing (and save time)

At Sticker Mule we’re always looking for ways to save you time. Now, when you upload perfect artwork, you can skip proofing to get your order even faster.

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After checkout, we automatically scan the artwork in your order to estimate if a proof is necessary. If your artwork looks perfect we give you the option to skip proofing.

If you’re concerned about your artwork you can still request a proof as normal.

### What is perfect artwork?
If your artwork file is high quality and includes any necessary [cut line information](https://www.stickermule.com/blog/how-to-create-a-sticker-cut-line), we call that “perfect artwork.”

Some examples include:

- [Vector artwork](https://www.stickermule.com/blog/raster-vs-vector-images)
- [Template artwork](https://www.stickermule.com/templates)
- [High resolution images](https://www.stickermule.com/upscale)
- [Repurposed artwork](https://www.stickermule.com/support/reuse-artwork)
- [Redraw designs](https://www.stickermule.com/redraw)
- [Studio designs](https://www.stickermule.com/studio)

Skipping proofing is just one more way Sticker Mule helps you save time and get your orders faster. Upload perfect artwork and try it today.

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At Sticker Mule we’re always looking for ways to save you time. Now, when you upload perfect artwork, you can skip proofing to get your order even faster.

How to order custom t-shirts

We just launched [custom t-shirts](https://www.stickermule.com/products/custom-t-shirts)! It’s the best way to turn any design into a kick-ass shirt.

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It’s now easier than ever to order custom t-shirts.

First, select a shirt color. We offer 5 base colors to choose from:

- White
- Black
- Midnight Navy
- Heather Gray
- Classic Orange

Next, enter a quantity for each size you want. Our sizes include: small, medium, large, XL, XXL. You can order one t-shirt for $19 or save money when you order multiple shirts at a time.

Next, upload your design. You can also specify where you’d like your design to be printed: full front, center chest, or pocket. We’ll automatically format your artwork and scale it appropriately for each size ordered.

Shortly after checkout, you’ll receive an online proof showing how your t-shirt will look. You can request changes to the proof for free until you’re happy.

Each design is printed on a soft, tagless t-shirt, made of 100% ring spun cotton.

Every order is produced in 4 days or less and ships free (to U.S. & most countries worldwide).

Use custom t-shirts to promote your business, rally your team, start your own clothing line, or just to make your friends laugh.

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We just launched custom t-shirts! It’s the best way to turn any design into a kick-ass shirt. Use custom t-shirts to promote your business, rally your team, start your own clothing line, or just to make your friends laugh.

Bubble the mailers, double the fun

We now offer [custom bubble mailers](https://www.stickermule.com/products/bubble-mailers)!

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Bubble mailers are a popular option for shipping physical goods. Whether you run a small online shop or a major e-commerce business, custom bubble mailers are designed to help you deliver in style.

Each bubble mailer order can be printed in full color and includes fast production and free 2-day shipping. We ship fast so you can ship fast.

While [poly mailers](https://www.stickermule.com/products/poly-mailers) work well for shipping soft goods, bubble mailers feature a thick bubble lining to add extra protection to whatever’s inside.

Our bubble mailers are made from a durable, tear resistant polyethylene material and can be printed in full-color at no additional cost. Each mailer also features a self-adhesive strip, allowing you to quickly fill, seal, and ship your packages.

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Bubble mailers are a popular option for shipping physical goods. Whether you run a small online shop or a major e-commerce business, custom bubble mailers are designed to help you deliver in style.

Meet Sticker Mule’s automatic label dispenser

Most label dispensers haven’t been improved in decades. These legacy dispensers are slow, clunky, expensive, and ugly.

We decided to fix that.

Our engineering team spent 2 years creating label dispensing technology that’s faster, easier and better in every way.

Introducing the [automatic label dispenser](https://www.stickermule.com/products/label-dispenser) by Sticker Mule.

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Easily dispense roll labels in style. A small sensor detects when a label has been pulled, then unwinds the roll at a rapid speed to have your next label ready.

This powerful technology is packed into a simple, lightweight design that’s easy for anyone to use right out of the box.

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Introducing the fastest, easiest way to peel roll labels. Dispense ready-to-apply labels automatically.

How to make photo gifts

Sticker Mule makes it easy to turn any photo into a custom gift.

## Personalized photo products

Personalizing a product with a photo makes for a great gift.

![photo-buttons](https://storage.googleapis.com/sm-content/blog/4d8fd92a95539149c737926787278d726bf94c12)

To order, choose the [photo product](https://www.stickermule.com/uses/photo-gifts) you want, upload your photo, then checkout. Within a few hours you’ll get an online proof showing how your custom photo product will look. You can request changes for free until you’re happy.

[Shop custom photo products](https://www.stickermule.com/uses/photo-gifts)

## Personalized face products

It’s also easy to order custom products featuring just someone’s face. We automatically cut around the face of any person (or pet) to make a truly unique gift.

![face-wall-graphics-video-thumb](https://storage.googleapis.com/sm-content/blog/c7ffb0e9f1c45e448075853d34ef1e79520758fe)

To order, choose the [face product](https://www.stickermule.com/faces) you want, upload your photo, then checkout. Within a few hours you’ll get an online proof showing how your custom face product will look. You can request changes for free until you’re happy.

[Shop custom face products](https://www.stickermule.com/faces)

## Automatic background removal

For anything else you’d want to make with a photo, we have [Trace – the free background removal tool](https://www.stickermule.com/trace). Trace is free and easy enough for anyone to use.

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Simply upload your photo and the background will be removed instantly. Add a custom background, scale, move, rotate, crop, and more. When it all looks good you can download your image for free or use it to order custom products with one click.

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Learn how to easily turn any photo into a custom printed product – a perfect gift for any occasion.

Introducing Trace 2.0

9 months ago we launched Trace - our [photo background remover](https://www.stickermule.com/trace), giving people an easy way to remove the background from any photo. Since then we built a ton of features to make it better than ever.

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Trace is a powerful tool for designers, yet simple and fun for anyone.

Here are all the features included in the latest version of Trace.

### Automatic background removal
Upload your image and the technology automatically removes the background instantly. No design experience required.

### Background editor
With the background removed, you can keep it transparent or add a new background. Choose a solid color, search from 2 million free to use images from [Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/), or upload your own.

### Move, scale, rotate, & crop
Transform your image (with the background removed) to any position on the canvas. Crop the canvas however you want.

### Add multiple images
Remove the background from multiple photos and combine them all on one canvas.

### Download image for free
Once you’ve got your image how you want, you can download it for free (up to 5/month). Additionally, you can use your image to order custom printing with 1 click.

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Trace automatically removes the background from any photo. Now add multiple images, custom backgrounds, scale, move, rotate, crop, and more

How to convert PNG to SVG

Scalable vector graphics or SVGs are made from mathematical paths, allowing them to be scaled infinitely without losing clarity. This makes SVGs and other [vector formats](https://www.stickermule.com/blog/raster-vs-vector-images) superior to PNGs and other raster formats, which are limited by the amount of pixels they contain.

There are several ways to convert PNGs to SVGs.

### Use a vector design app
Using an app like [Adobe Illustrator](https://www.stickermule.com/blog/how-to-design-stickers), you can recreate your image in vector format from scratch. Recreating artwork takes some design skill, especially for more complex artwork.

![illustrator-ui](https://storage.googleapis.com/sm-content/blog/f8e4d8fb61be22f11b5bec2afe27cbdf8643a608)

Once you are done you can export your image as an SVG.

### Use an auto-vectorization tool
Illustrator has an [Image Trace tool](https://www.stickermule.com/blog/how-to-use-image-trace-in-adobe-illustrator), that converts any raster to vector with just a few clicks. The results from this tool (and others like it) vary widely depending on the complexity of your artwork.

![raster-to-vector](https://storage.googleapis.com/sm-content/blog/7084286daa27ce03bbfdab7bfd1a6836fcedde98)

*Note: there are some tools that technically convert your artwork from PNG to SVG, but just change the file extension – not the artwork itself. If you want to obtain a true vector version of your artwork, you’ll need to look elsewhere.*

### Use a vectorization service
[Redraw](https://www.stickermule.com/redraw) is a service that upgrades any image into a vector format for a flat rate of $19, regardless of the complexity.

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Upload your PNG, checkout, and within hours you’ll receive an online proof showing your vector graphic will look. You can request changes to the proof for free until you’re happy (or cancel if you’re not happy).

Upon approval, you’ll be able to download the artwork in its new SVG format.

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There are several ways to convert PNGs to SVGs. SVG artwork can be scaled infinitely without losing clarity. Find out how to do it with this guide!

How to remove sticker residue

As much as everyone loves stickers, nobody likes sticker residue.

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Here are a few simple techniques for removing sticker residue.

### Rubbing alcohol
Use an old washcloth to apply rubbing alcohol to the residue. It should break down easily and then you can wipe it away with a damp towel.

### Goo Gone
[Goo Gone](https://www.amazon.com/Goo-Gone-Original-Liquid-Adhesive/dp/B07PW7J8QG/) is specifically designed for removing adhesive. Just spray the residue and wipe with a towel.

### Peanut butter
Take a small dab with your finger and rub into the residue. The oils from the peanut butter will break apart the stickiness. This method is a little unconventional, but works (and tastes) great.

### Other products to use
If you’re short on any of the supplies above, here are some other household products that work well:

- WD-40
- Nail polish remover
- Cooking oil
- Baking soda
- White vinegar
- Warm water
- Soap
- Laundry detergent

### Other techniques to try
If you’re still having trouble, here are a few more techniques you can try.

To remove residue from glass products, try soaking them in warm, soapy water overnight.

To remove residue from clothing, try scrubbing the residue with a toothbrush instead of a paper towel.

For glass, wood, and walls, try heating the residue for no more than 30 seconds with a blow dryer and then scraping it off with a putty knife.

Once the residue is gone, you’ve got a perfect spot for a brand new sticker.

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Here are a few easy tricks for getting rid of sticker residue from any surface.

How to make any image bigger with Upscale

[Upscale](https://www.stickermule.com/upscale) is a free [tool](https://www.stickermule.com/tools) that increases the size and resolution of any image, instantly.

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Just upload your image and within a few seconds you’ll be able to download your upgraded, larger image. Or you can use your new artwork to order custom stickers and more with a single click.

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### Why we made Upscale

Some images are small. They're not bad, they're just small. You can save an image to a bigger size, but this just makes each pixel bigger – and you end up with a pixelated, distorted image.

It’s even more problematic if you try to print a low resolution image ([we recommend artwork be at least 300 ppi](https://www.stickermule.com/support/artwork-ppi)).

Luckily, Upscale makes it easy for anyone to improve the size and resolution of their artwork. Using artificial technology, Upscale creates brand new pixels, allowing your image to be 2x the size with 4x the pixels of the original image.

![upscale-image-01](https://storage.googleapis.com/sm-content/blog/fdc1721c2cf40d5acff214da986d3a34f8892909)

![upscale-image-02](https://storage.googleapis.com/sm-content/blog/dfe0e8d36794c08d5193f3772fafbacbe5f15942)

![upscale-image-03](https://storage.googleapis.com/sm-content/blog/e1de5023b5e1a0c62adc6ac4fd47134e8f4fdf1b)

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Upscale is a free tool that increases the size and resolution of any image, instantly.

Convert any image to vector with Redraw

[Redraw](https://www.stickermule.com/redraw) is a brand new service that upgrades any image into a high resolution vector format.

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Have you ever had an image that was too small, too blurry, or too pixelated to do anything useful with it? With Redraw you can convert your low quality artwork into an infinitely scalable vector graphic.

## What is a vector graphic?
There are 2 types of digital artwork: [raster and vector](https://www.stickermule.com/blog/raster-vs-vector-images).

Raster images are made up of a bunch of tiny pixels. As you enlarge a raster image, the pixels begin to be noticeable causing the image to appear pixelated.

Meanwhile, vector images are made from mathematical paths. As you enlarge a vector image, the shapes and colors never lose their clarity.

This makes vector images an ideal format for web or print.

## How does Redraw work?
Redraw works with all types of images: logos, illustrations, and even photos. Each Redraw can be ordered for a flat rate of $19, regardless of the difficulty.

Simply upload your artwork and checkout. Within a few hours we’ll send a proof showing how your new artwork will look. You can request changes to the proof for free until you’re happy (or cancel if you’re not happy).

Upon approval, your artwork will be available to download. You can also use the artwork to order custom stickers, magnets, and more.

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Redraw is a brand new service that upgrades any image into a high resolution vector format.

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