Discuss the various aspects of heat press technology. Transfer paper, inks, plastisol transfers, vinyl cutters, printers, commercial usage, durability, suppliers, etc.
Yes, transfers are a great way to produce small quantities of shirts without having money tied up into printed shirts, plus the added cost of screen setups, minimum orders on screen-printing, etc.
Transfers, like every process, will have it's limitations. If your art is very highly detailed, many colors, lots of halftones & fades, then a sublimation type transfer would be better, but then you're limited to white/lite shirts.
If your designs are simple art, a few colors, then a standard plasitol transfer will do OK. You'll need a really good heat press. One transfer company M & M DESIGNS | HOME comes to mind, I'm sure other forum members will have others to recommend.
Another idea would be to find a DTG printer on this forum, and sub out the work to them.
Don't know if this fits here or not but I am wondering something along the same lines. What I am different about is stock pre-made transfers. Are there any manufacturers to stay away from? Are there any subjects that are real popular or taboo? I can't think very linearly so if you have any answers to questions I didn't ask, please chip in with them. I am thirsty for knowledge. One thing that may make a difference is location. I'm in Mississippi right now and have the intention of traveling to fleamarkets around the northern gulf coast and surrounding areas. Kinda like the "bubba" and "redneck" capitol here in Ms but different touristy along the costal areas.
I think plastisol transfer are a smart way to go. You can print as you need them and won't get stuck with a large inventory. ...... JB
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True, but since most of the more stylish transfers cost as much as the T's, or more, I'd like some input from people that are better inclined artistically and more market wise to help me with types or even a particular stock transfer that was/is a good seller and what type atmosphere they were selling in. Also Are there any brands or products that would be better avoided because of inferior product or just to difficult for a beginner to get up to speed on without burning through a box of them till I got it right
True, but since most of the more stylish transfers cost as much as the T's, or more, I'd like some input from people that are better inclined artistically and more market wise to help me with types or even a particular stock transfer that was/is a good seller and what type atmosphere they were selling in. Also Are there any brands or products that would be better avoided because of inferior product or just to difficult for a beginner to get up to speed on without burning through a box of them till I got it right
Great point and question! Anyone have any feedback? Also what companies would be recommended to handle Fashion quality/great quality transfers for a line?
I have used www.acetransco.com for over 2 yeras and have had great success with their product. .... JB
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All the major transfer producers can handle fashion quality for a line. Note the majors wont take your small order like Ace or Trans express.
As far as stock transfers go there are tons of quality images from the big five producers in many different catagories. What works for you in your location is dependant on what market you are selling. Ladies gear, kids shirts, infant wear southern bubba redneck, fishing, hunting, ocean scenes, dogs, horses, biker, skull, gothic, rock and roll, country themed and the list goes on and on.
Flea markets...I dont do them because everyone does them and stall location is key.
I do events all the time with stock transfers and custom images.
Starting Line using Screen Printed Transfers? 
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