Heat settings and "what if" scenarios
For heat transfer vinyl (HTV), this is the typical temperature range in degrees Fahrenheit required to properly adhere vinyl to cotton fabric.
What is 305-320°F?
This natural fiber is the most commonly used material for T-shirts due to its softness and breathability.
What is cotton?
This traditional printing method uses a mesh screen to transfer ink onto a shirt and is ideal for bulk orders.
What is screen printing?
A technique where fabric is dyed in sections to create unique, colorful patterns.
What is tie-dye?
This online marketplace allows independent creators to sell custom-printed T-shirts on demand.
What is Etsy?
If you are using sublimation printing, this fabric type is required to ensure the ink bonds correctly and provides vibrant colors.
What is polyester?
A blend of cotton and this synthetic fiber creates a stretchy and durable fabric commonly used for athletic wear.
What is polyester?
A popular heat-based transfer method that uses a special paper to apply designs to T-shirts.
What is printable (HTV) vinyl?
This T-shirt decoration method uses thread instead of ink or vinyl for a textured, high-end finish.
What is embroidery?
The term for a small-batch, limited-edition T-shirt release, creating demand and exclusivity.
What is a drop?
If you want a T-shirt with five colors and it will be worn outside frequently, this printing method and garment type would be best for durability and color retention.
What is screen printing or DTF on a polyester or polyester-blend shirt?
This type of cotton fabric, known for its luxurious feel, is made with long-staple fibers and often used in high-end T-shirts.
What is Pima cotton?
This printing technique uses a liquid-based dye that bonds with polyester fibers for vibrant, permanent colors.
What is sublimation printing?
This process creates a raised, puffy effect by adding a special additive to screen printing ink.
What is puff printing?
This eco-friendly printing method reduces water and ink waste compared to traditional screen printing.
What is DTG (direct-to-garment) printing?
If you’re pressing a multi-layer heat transfer vinyl (HTV) design, this is the best way to prevent overheating and ruining the bottom layers.
What is pressing each layer for a few seconds before doing a final full press?
The process of making a fabric true to size before sewing to prevent size changes after washing.
What is pre-shrinking or preshrunk fabric?
A T-shirt printing process that sprays ink directly onto fabric, similar to an inkjet printer.
What is DTG (direct-to-garment) printing?
In graphic design, this file type is preferred for T-shirt printing due to its scalability and high quality
What is a vector file?
A popular T-shirt style featuring sleeves that extend in one continuous piece to the collar.
What is a raglan sleeve?
If you need a sweatshirt with a soft feel and a vintage-style design, this printing method is ideal for achieving a faded, lightweight look.
What is water-based screen printing?
These two premium blank apparel brands are favored by many custom printers for their soft fabric and retail-quality fit.
What are Comfort Colors and Bella+Canvas?
This method involves cutting out colored media and using heat to adhere it to fabric, often used for lettering and logos.
What is vinyl printing?
This T-shirt decoration method uses thread instead of ink or vinyl for a textured, high-end finish.
What is embroidery?
This 90s trend, involving oversized, bold graphic T-shirts, has made a comeback in streetwear.
What is vintage-style T-shirts?