Discuss the different brands, makes and models of printers used to print inkjet and laser heat transfers. Also includes information on the inks that can be used to make your own transfers.
I'm thinking about making my own heat transfers. However, I don't know anything about it or the equipment. I am interested in opinions on printers (Laser or inkjet?), ink etc. I am on a budget, but I want good equipment. I rather save and buy good, than to have to replace equipment. Any suggestions?
Well for printers you can't go wrong with an Epson IMO. The Epson clearance section have a lot of great deals plus free shipping.
As for transfers I use JPSS for light garments and it is a forum favorite. I don't do heat transfers on dark garments as I like screen printig for that better so maybe some one will chime in with a few Dark transfer choices.
Oh and for heat presses. Proworld is a preferred vendor and has a few good deals on presses.
I found it pretty easy to learn. It is so many techniques I would say it takes a while to become proficient at them all but basic stuff like one color is fairly easy.
Do you need a lot of space to screen print and is it messy? Most of what I'm going to do at this point is quotes and writing for the local schools. Sorry if I sound dumb, but what does IMO mean?