skeno10

Hey,

This is my first post!

Okay I am about to start a heat transfer T-Shirt Biz...

I will be using an Epson C88+ printer with Durabrite Inks.
Which transfer paper would be best to use with an iron? I know an iron isn't great to use, but i don't have enough money to invest in a heat press just yet. Has anyone tried to make their own heat press with a griddle before, haha just an idea?

But thanks for the help.

 

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tcrowder

Welcome to the forums,

You already have the right printer and inks that you'll need.

Ironall paper available under a few different names and from different suppliers is what I use for light color shirts. Do a forum search for ironall and you should come up with the other names it goes by. Try this thread: Iron All and papers like it..

As far as a hand iron... You can't get the proper pressure and even temps that you really need for heat pressing. I would suggest if you are serious to borrow the funds from a relative or just save your pennies until you have the money. Nothing beats having the right tools to do the job.


Good luck

 

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skeno10

hey,
you are right, but what press would you recommend for someone just starting out, i.e. the cheapest priced one? i searched for them and they all seem to cost upwards of $1,000... Are their any cheaper ones that i am not finding.
thanx

 

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tcrowder

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