http://www.t-shirtforums.com T-Shirt information for the UK en Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:18:21 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.t-shirtforums.com/styles/tf/misc/rss.jpg http://www.t-shirtforums.com http://www.t-shirtforums.com/united-kingdom/t102248.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:55:53 GMT Hi UK screeners. Looking for the last piece to our new business puzzle, the frames. Have been warned away from places like wicked screens and ebay, due to the poorly tensioned/glued frames.

Whether it's aluminium or wood will be determined by the price, but we're going to need frames that hold their tension and can be reclaimed many times.

We've had prices from sericol, but they're quite frightening for a new start up business.

What advice can you guys give, and where do you get your frames?

many thanks

Andy ]]> United Kingdom FlyRobot http://www.t-shirtforums.com/united-kingdom/t102248.html http://www.t-shirtforums.com/united-kingdom/t102182.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 19:30:39 GMT Hi people. Could anyboby let me know if they know of an English printers that own aKornit DTG machine. Not looking for companies that outsource looking for one that actually own one on site. Cheers.:) Hi people. Could anyboby let me know if they know of an English printers that own aKornit DTG machine. Not looking for companies that outsource looking for one that actually own one on site. Cheers.:) ]]> United Kingdom chipie http://www.t-shirtforums.com/united-kingdom/t102182.html http://www.t-shirtforums.com/united-kingdom/t101966.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 13:03:39 GMT Hello,

I'm trying to source a line of male and female blank t shirts for use for a community design based site in Europe (vaguely similar to Threadless).

I'm looking for a blank t shirt that is semi fitted (ie not as boxey as a Gildan 2000/5000), available in a good range of colours in male and female styles and will be durable/shrink minimally. Ideally looking to come in under €2.50 in price.

I have been through countless numbers of sample garments but still cannot find something suitable.

I thought I had found it in the Fanshirt range of t shirts:

Catalogue

The Teddy (Male) and Sweety (Female) shirts looked and felt good and had a good range of colours.

However after a few washes (30 degree wash, hung to dry so as to minimise shrinkage) they have shrunk terribly and are no longer wearable.

I don't understand how they would bring out a range of t shirts that were so undurable.

Thus I am looking for something similar to the above range but that are preshrunk and longer lasting.

The Earthpositive range from Continental Clothing seems to have fared a bit better in my testing but has still shrunk quite a lot.

The most durable one I've tested thus far is the Gildan 64000, that said, I'm not that impressed by the quality of this shirt to begin with and it has a poor range of colours in the women range.

American Apparel are far too expensive in this part of the world (Europe) to be used. I have read good thinks about the Alstyle 1701 as a alternative but sadly they are not available in Europe and are prohibitively expensive to get from the US.

Thus I wanted to see if you guys had any recommendations on a fashionable (Gildan 2000 and 5000 are too boxy) but durable blank t shirt to use that has a good range of colours in both male and female ranges.

I've gone through 200+ shirts at this stage and it amazes me that I have not been able to find one yet! I have lots of t shirts that 100% cotton, are good quality and have lasted years with minimal shrinkage so I know it must be possible!

I'd appreciate any advice and recommendations.

Thanks in advance ]]> United Kingdom blobert http://www.t-shirtforums.com/united-kingdom/t101966.html http://www.t-shirtforums.com/united-kingdom/t101732.html Fri, 13 Nov 2009 02:33:59 GMT Hey was just wondering if any of you guys had any experience with any of the Skinnfit garments. It seems you have to a bit of a premium for the fitted look. They also have q an decent looking womenswear range Do you think the garments stand out enough from the other options out there to warrant a... Hey was just wondering if any of you guys had any experience with any of the Skinnfit garments. It seems you have to a bit of a premium for the fitted look. They also have q an decent looking womenswear range

Do you think the garments stand out enough from the other options out there to warrant a higher price? Will the customer noticce the difference ]]> United Kingdom hotmale4yu http://www.t-shirtforums.com/united-kingdom/t101732.html http://www.t-shirtforums.com/united-kingdom/t101589.html Wed, 11 Nov 2009 20:21:15 GMT Hi I got told to day by SNB-REACT Europe that I can not draw a picture of a Honda Motorcycle and print it on to t shirts, in fact they have removed the Honda shirts that I sell on Ebay. They tell me that to make a drawing of one of their bikes was breaking copyright laws even if I remove the drawn... Hi I got told to day by SNB-REACT Europe that I can not draw a picture of a Honda Motorcycle and print it on to t shirts, in fact they have removed the Honda shirts that I sell on Ebay. They tell me that to make a drawing of one of their bikes was breaking copyright laws even if I remove the drawn logos that are on the bike and any reference to honda from the design. I have asked what sections of the laws they are refering to but still await an answer. All my artwork will be based on actual sketches that I have done and I want to know is there any way I can print and sell them. Does any one have any experience of this happening to them?
thanks Greg ]]> United Kingdom gregblack http://www.t-shirtforums.com/united-kingdom/t101589.html http://www.t-shirtforums.com/united-kingdom/t101465.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 15:44:33 GMT Hi, We are looking for a company that can source good quality fitted or flexfit baseball caps and customise them with 3D (puff) embroidery. We supply university baseball teams and as such have regular orders of about 15-25 pieces. If anyone is able to do such work please get in touch as we are... Hi,

We are looking for a company that can source good quality fitted or flexfit baseball caps and customise them with 3D (puff) embroidery.

We supply university baseball teams and as such have regular orders of about 15-25 pieces. If anyone is able to do such work please get in touch as we are desparate to find someone UK based.

Thanks

John Irving ]]> United Kingdom richardrock http://www.t-shirtforums.com/united-kingdom/t101465.html http://www.t-shirtforums.com/united-kingdom/t101436.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 08:55:29 GMT Thought i would post my tale of woe in here as well, might help to save somebody else from purchasing a dangerous piece of equipment: I made the unfortunate error of purchasing a heatpress from lovecut.co.uk, not only is it dangerous in that it actualy smokes when its on, im not talking steam... Thought i would post my tale of woe in here as well, might help to save somebody else from purchasing a dangerous piece of equipment:

I made the unfortunate error of purchasing a heatpress from lovecut.co.uk, not only is it dangerous in that it actualy smokes when its on, im not talking steam coming from the shirt i mean actual eye watering smoke that will set a smoke alarm off, its also very very poorly made, the digital dials both popped out when setting it up.......... they dont respond to emails and never answer the phone, im currently in the process of getting a refund, thank god i paid via credit card........ AVOID THIS COMPANY !!!!!!!!!!!!!

i stopped being cheap and bought a stahls maxx, a very nice press and worth the extra £££'s all day long. ]]> United Kingdom sodrisc http://www.t-shirtforums.com/united-kingdom/t101436.html http://www.t-shirtforums.com/united-kingdom/t101232.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 20:08:31 GMT Basically i am looking for a supplier who deals in just wrestling t-shirts officially licenced i have rang up the wwf or wwe as you now call them website i think i must of just talked to an absoloute numpty cos he didn't have a clue he said they didn't deal in wholesale and that i had to purchase through there site which was full price so how do the likes of asda get the wrestling t-shirts and pajamas etc can anybody help ]]> United Kingdom truereddevil http://www.t-shirtforums.com/united-kingdom/t101232.html http://www.t-shirtforums.com/united-kingdom/t101187.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 22:53:49 GMT Do any of you guys print on womens underwear?

I am looking for a UK supplier of the "boy shorts" style underwear.

I see bella do some available form UKL but they seem quite expensive for what in the end will be novelty underwear! ]]> United Kingdom Titchimp http://www.t-shirtforums.com/united-kingdom/t101187.html http://www.t-shirtforums.com/united-kingdom/t101129.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 01:13:35 GMT Hi

I'm looking for those towel/velour tracksuits (or as I call them- Chavsuits:D) that were really popular with the wag crowd a while back.

They sell them in a tonne of shops round my way (borders of Essex ;)) but not cheap enough for me to re-sell.

Does anyone know any online cheap suppliers?

Keep meaning to get myself down to Fonthill road/Commercial Street but neevr seem to find the time :mad: Anyone have any ideas on prices there?


Also, has anyone tried heatpressing vinyl designs to them?

Ta.x ]]> United Kingdom MissEden http://www.t-shirtforums.com/united-kingdom/t101129.html http://www.t-shirtforums.com/united-kingdom/t101082.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 15:47:52 GMT Hi all, Had a potential customer call me to ask if I can source and print some Base Layers for him, I believe these are the brand name for the Canterbury ones, however I just need something similar, e.g. a tight fitting sports under layer for training in the cold English winter. Anyone know of any... Hi all,
Had a potential customer call me to ask if I can source and print some Base Layers for him, I believe these are the brand name for the Canterbury ones, however I just need something similar, e.g. a tight fitting sports under layer for training in the cold English winter.
Anyone know of any suppliers, none of my usual suppliers stock these.

It would also be a bonus if they sold FOTL tees and hoodys as I need a couple for the same order.

Any leads appreciated!

Thanks as always ]]> United Kingdom hotwheels http://www.t-shirtforums.com/united-kingdom/t101082.html http://www.t-shirtforums.com/united-kingdom/t100106.html Sun, 25 Oct 2009 18:20:14 GMT Hi i have an idea for a t-shirt i would like to do with the british bulldog on and the british flag and also some certain wording on the t-shirt are you just allowed to do this or would i need to seek permission first thanks for any help in advance Hi i have an idea for a t-shirt i would like to do with the british bulldog on and the british flag and also some certain wording on the t-shirt are you just allowed to do this or would i need to seek permission first thanks for any help in advance ]]> United Kingdom truereddevil http://www.t-shirtforums.com/united-kingdom/t100106.html http://www.t-shirtforums.com/united-kingdom/t100088.html Sat, 24 Oct 2009 22:39:17 GMT First of all, I'm a full time employee for over 10 years now. I have never done a business before, but, I'd been wanting too for quite sometime now. Hence, I'm trying to explore the possibility of a clothing business.

Unfortunately, as a newbie, I have a few questions in mind to hassle you all here. I hope you could help me with some of them. Here they are:

1. Is there a still an opportunity in the clothing business here in UK for a newcomer?

2. Can you still make decent money from it? Or is this overly saturated and dominated by the big retailer shops?

3. I'm not a designer/artist, but, I'm keen to be in business and eager to learn the ins and out, Is there a room for me in the clothing market?

4. If there is still an opportunity, which aspect/type of clothing market has more chance of succeeding?

5. I'm assuming that for a start, it is best to purchase clothing goods from wholesaler based in the UK. Is this correct?

6. Is importing clothes from the Far East, the best way forward as sales improve? Is it more profitable or just the same?

A few more questions in my mind, but, this is it for now. I hope you could help me on this ladies and gents.

Many Thanks. ]]> United Kingdom heroes123 http://www.t-shirtforums.com/united-kingdom/t100088.html http://www.t-shirtforums.com/united-kingdom/t100013.html Fri, 23 Oct 2009 19:40:52 GMT Evening All

Recent events have kicked my behind into gear a little...

Firstly I have no idea what I'm doing in the clothing / accesories industry, I can write a bop on business plan, I've spent countless hours scouring sites in China / Bangladesh etc for suppliers of this and that but...I need to start small.

I've just had a couple of shirts done which are pretty cool. But I was wondering who does the nearest cut to Zoo York shirts in the UK, quality for now is not of concern just some shirts with that nice baggyish cut for promo work.

I've been a silent visitor on many forums and have shortlisted a few styles, AAA 3031 (I think) mainly bought by the skate brands and a couple of Gildan styles have taken my fancy.

I know this is the T-Shirt forum but can anybody point me in the direction of a good Jean manufacturer or supplier, looking at Dickies Carpenter styles?

Any of your comments would be much appreciated. ]]> United Kingdom barroom hero http://www.t-shirtforums.com/united-kingdom/t100013.html http://www.t-shirtforums.com/united-kingdom/t100026.html Fri, 23 Oct 2009 17:03:54 GMT Hi all

I thought I'd replied to this but it obviously didn't take!! So here goes again........

I'm trying to figure out the best and cheapest way to send my shirts (I'm UK based) - and would be grateful for any advise.

I put a T-Shirt in a 'packet' sized (size 5 I think) padded/Jiffy bag and the Post Office weighed it and told me it would be £1.85 Standard Second Class post (not registered which is .75p extra), so going on their prices on the website, I put the T-Shirt into a 'Large Letter' sized padded/Jiffy bad and took it back to them - they weighed it again and tried to stuff it through a letter box that they have there and...... they said it would be the same (£1.85 for non-registered 2nd class post). The weight and size should fall within 'large letter' but for some reason they aren't accepting it (I think it's just about 25mm thick which is the limit, may be a mm or 2 over, but I'm not sure, it's difficult to measure that dimention).

Does anyone actually pay this or have you guys / gals found a way to get it sent at the 'large letter'/cheaper pricing? Any help would really be appreciated!!

Thanks all

Regards

Paul ]]> United Kingdom PSBTee http://www.t-shirtforums.com/united-kingdom/t100026.html