http://www.t-shirtforums.com Online forum and newsgroup to discuss custom t-shirts, starting a business, screen printing, embroidery, dtg, heat transfers, relabeling, hard to find t-shirts, and read the latest t-shirt industry news. en Thu, 09 Sep 2010 06:43:22 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.t-shirtforums.com/styles/tf/misc/rss.jpg http://www.t-shirtforums.com http://www.t-shirtforums.com/t-shirt-marketing/t128964.html Thu, 09 Sep 2010 06:23:24 GMT I started a fashion blog almost 2 years ago and we have sort of switched directions and we are going to be featuring a lot of artists that are up and coming. We have a ton of designers on deck in the Sf bay area and we are expanding with plans of doing special features and blog posts on either cool... I started a fashion blog almost 2 years ago and we have sort of switched directions and we are going to be featuring a lot of artists that are up and coming. We have a ton of designers on deck in the Sf bay area and we are expanding with plans of doing special features and blog posts on either cool designs or just cool lines that people are putting together. If you are interested in getting some of your designs posted to my site shoot me an email to derek@Liveheartfelt.com and the website is San Francisco Fashion designer Indie Fashion Boutiques Trending styles advice « Liveheartfelt
I just recently came off of an internship with one of the best fashion blogs in the world and I learned a lot I want to start putting into practice. Hope to hear from a lot of people on this forum.
Thanks ]]> T-Shirt Marketing Heartfelt-Derek http://www.t-shirtforums.com/t-shirt-marketing/t128964.html http://www.t-shirtforums.com/heat-press-heat-transfers/t128963.html Thu, 09 Sep 2010 06:19:08 GMT I was looking at a beginner's heat press. They have a 15X15 for $249 and a 16X20 for under $350. All have a two-year warranty, so I thought that sounded pretty good. I have a small operation right now, but would like to expand in the future. I would just like to be able to press rhinestone transfers on XXL Bella shirts. What is your opinion about either of these? Sorry, both of this are the SunIE brand.

Thanks,
Silverbolt ]]> Heat Press and Heat Transfers silverbolt http://www.t-shirtforums.com/heat-press-heat-transfers/t128963.html http://www.t-shirtforums.com/asia/t128962.html Thu, 09 Sep 2010 05:46:56 GMT Hi Guys! Id like to know if some people here bought those China type of cutting plotters that sold around the RECTO MALL in below LRT in recto or from other suppliers. Im quite tempted to get one because of the cheap price but ive asked the store attendant, they said that the warranty is only 1... Hi Guys! Id like to know if some people here bought those China type of cutting plotters that sold around the RECTO MALL in below LRT in recto or from other suppliers. Im quite tempted to get one because of the cheap price but ive asked the store attendant, they said that the warranty is only 1 month... I was like whoa! 1 month?? What if it will break after 1 month? Good bye my precious money.. They also cant answer me if hows the technical assistance like if what went wrong after the end of warranty..

Is it really ok if I will buy those china made plotters? Im afraid it will not last long compared to those other mahal na plotters.

Thanks,
Jinno Ramirez
R.S.Ramirez Ads Ideas, Inc. ]]> Asia jinnoramirez http://www.t-shirtforums.com/asia/t128962.html http://www.t-shirtforums.com/embroidery/t128961.html Thu, 09 Sep 2010 05:39:58 GMT Has anyone embroidered on stubie coolers (koozies). I am after a supplier of blank coolers is Australia, something suitable to embroider on. thanks Ed Has anyone embroidered on stubie coolers (koozies). I am after a supplier of blank coolers is Australia, something suitable to embroider on. thanks Ed ]]> Embroidery sharlynn http://www.t-shirtforums.com/embroidery/t128961.html http://www.t-shirtforums.com/screen-printing/t128959.html Thu, 09 Sep 2010 05:25:59 GMT I've never printed sweatshirts before. Is there anything I should know about them? I'm aiming to print the hoodie sweatshirts with the single pocket near the bottom (no zipper).

Im worried about the pocket or the hood getting in the way. Is there a platen i can buy for this sort of thing? Or would it be better to try using cardboard of something to make a sink for it?

I know theres a bit of a difference with the off contact and the curing time for sweatshirts but i don't know how different. (My flash drier usually takes about 35-40 seconds to cure a cotton tshirt if that info helps at all)

thanks for any help! ]]> Screen Printing frolical http://www.t-shirtforums.com/screen-printing/t128959.html http://www.t-shirtforums.com/brother/t128958.html Thu, 09 Sep 2010 05:24:04 GMT I've been knock'in the idea of purchasing a dtg machine for sometime, and have finally reached a decision to go with a GT-541. Now my decision is new vs used. I know this machine is built like a pig - sturdy & dependable, so I'm fairly comfortable buying used - if I can determine if it was treated reasonably well. Any suggestions on things I should look for on the printer when inspecting it? What would be considered too many prints on the counter? Suppose this can be reset? When do print heads generally need replacing? And finally new vs used, what price would you say - heck, it's not worth the risk of potential headaches - I'll just buy new. I hope to make a decision by the end of the month. Thanks everyone. ]]> Brother shirt-maker http://www.t-shirtforums.com/brother/t128958.html http://www.t-shirtforums.com/screen-printing/t128957.html Thu, 09 Sep 2010 05:15:14 GMT Hello tshirt forums, forgive me for my newbieness! My 100% cotton shirts have faded designs after a wash or two! I cured it for about 35-40 seconds, when i pull it off its either ready to smoke or barely smoking. I searched a bit before posting so i think i have a general idea of why it would... Hello tshirt forums, forgive me for my newbieness!

My 100% cotton shirts have faded designs after a wash or two! I cured it for about 35-40 seconds, when i pull it off its either ready to smoke or barely smoking. I searched a bit before posting so i think i have a general idea of why it would fade, but i thought that smoking would be a sign that it will scorch soon?

The design is actually pretty large so it "fits" the size of my flash drier, and since it's only faded around the edges, could it be that it's not curing properly on the sides?

If this is the case, would curing half and half work? Like cure half the design, then shift it over and cure the other side? Im worried about scorching. Just how much does it take to get a shirt to scorch?


Thanks for any advice. ]]> Screen Printing frolical http://www.t-shirtforums.com/screen-printing/t128957.html http://www.t-shirtforums.com/general-t-shirt-selling-discussion/t128956.html Thu, 09 Sep 2010 05:11:58 GMT I am currently designing a t-shirt. I want to incorporate text into the image, but the text happens to be the same as a band name. Could I catch issues over this? Because although I am inspired by the band, I don't mean to promote them or make money off their name in any way. Can someone help me with this? Please and thanks! ]]> General T-Shirt Selling Discussion Savant23 http://www.t-shirtforums.com/general-t-shirt-selling-discussion/t128956.html http://www.t-shirtforums.com/general-t-shirt-selling-discussion/t128955.html Thu, 09 Sep 2010 05:02:22 GMT Question for you guys:

I am a printer in Ann Arbor, and as such, do a ton of work for local student groups at UM. I've heard a lot of info both ways regarding printing Michigan's Block M (trademarked). I am NOT trying to print these for retail, and understand I'd need licensing to do that.

But if, for example, the Naval ROTC program comes to me and says "we'd like to have the block M put on t-shirts with "Naval ROTC" underneath," do I really need to get permission from the University to do so? This is an officially affiliated program, with an authorized rep contacting me. I feel like if I do need to get licensing, then why should I be able to print for any company without getting licensed (i.e. if the local Dominoes chain wanted worker shirts, shouldn't I have to get permission from Dominoes' corporate before using their logo)?

I have the gut feeling that I'm in the right here, but don't know my @SS from a hole in the ground when it comes to IP.

Any help from people who know what they are talking about is appreciated!

Jerry ]]> General T-Shirt Selling Discussion WTC http://www.t-shirtforums.com/general-t-shirt-selling-discussion/t128955.html http://www.t-shirtforums.com/screen-printing-equipment/t128954.html Thu, 09 Sep 2010 04:49:16 GMT Screenprinting Equipment[IMG ]]> Screen Printing Equipment madmanmagee http://www.t-shirtforums.com/screen-printing-equipment/t128954.html http://www.t-shirtforums.com/general-t-shirt-selling-discussion/t128953.html Thu, 09 Sep 2010 04:10:46 GMT Anyone know where I can get animal print tees (blanks)? I have a group specifically looking for zebra print. I found a hoodie at Boxercraft, but that's as close as I have gotten. Thanks! ]]> General T-Shirt Selling Discussion crackerjackshack http://www.t-shirtforums.com/general-t-shirt-selling-discussion/t128953.html http://www.t-shirtforums.com/dye-sublimation/t128952.html Thu, 09 Sep 2010 04:04:58 GMT Some time back I found dye sublimation fresbee's which I can best describe to be very similar to the car window shades. For the life of me I can not find where they were sold.

Anyone seen these around? Appreciate the assistance. ]]> Dye Sublimation On-line Jerseys http://www.t-shirtforums.com/dye-sublimation/t128952.html http://www.t-shirtforums.com/general-t-shirt-selling-discussion/t128950.html Thu, 09 Sep 2010 03:43:05 GMT I am looking to start printing with the sublimation process. I want my shirts to still have the feel of 100% cotton, but to print sublimation I have to use 100% polyester. I have been informed that I need Spun Polyester otherwise my shirts will feel like workout shirts and I do not want that. I... I am looking to start printing with the sublimation process. I want my shirts to still have the feel of 100% cotton, but to print sublimation I have to use 100% polyester. I have been informed that I need Spun Polyester otherwise my shirts will feel like workout shirts and I do not want that. I have found Vapor Apparel, but none of the distributors that they list sell the 100% Spun Polyester basic tees. Any help on where I can get 100% Spun Polyester blank tees without having to pay $12.00 per shirt? ]]> General T-Shirt Selling Discussion ashleigh1525 http://www.t-shirtforums.com/general-t-shirt-selling-discussion/t128950.html http://www.t-shirtforums.com/fast-t-jet/t128947.html Thu, 09 Sep 2010 03:07:29 GMT hi guys, i just replaced the printhead on my tjet for the 1st time and now my error eject light is flashing. i have solid power light, solid load light, and flashing error eject light. i can hold the ink button for a few seconds and it will do a cleaning but i cant run a nozzle check or attempt to... hi guys, i just replaced the printhead on my tjet for the 1st time and now my error eject light is flashing. i have solid power light, solid load light, and flashing error eject light. i can hold the ink button for a few seconds and it will do a cleaning but i cant run a nozzle check or attempt to do a cleaning through my computer. what did i mess up? :/

if i press the load or error eject button then the carriage will move back and forth a few times and then it will just end up with the same scenario. ]]> Fast T-Jet WeAllWearShirts http://www.t-shirtforums.com/fast-t-jet/t128947.html http://www.t-shirtforums.com/business-finance/t128944.html Thu, 09 Sep 2010 02:43:11 GMT Well this wekk I'm hoping to file for my bussiness license sole propertiship,and get my sellers permit to sale online/swap meets etc etc .... anything else I need to do (legal wide) before I launch? Also do I need to tm my brand,is it good to? How much does it cost?

Thanks btw I'm from anaheim ca ]]> Business and Finance EgoismBrand http://www.t-shirtforums.com/business-finance/t128944.html