Graphic Tees: A Guide to Printing and Personalization

Hey! Ever wondered about those cool graphics on your favorite tees? Let’s get into the nitty gritty of how to put graphics on shirts and talk cost, equipment and more.

How Do You Put Graphics on a Shirt?

Putting graphics on a shirt is an art and it involves a few techniques:

1. Screen Printing: This classic method uses a stencil to transfer ink onto the shirt. Good for larger quantities and bold designs.

2. Direct-to-Film (DTF) Printing: An image is printed onto a special film and then heat pressed onto the fabric.

3. Direct-to-Garment (DTG) Printing: A modern way of using specialized printers to apply ink directly onto the fabric. Good for detailed and colorful designs.

4. Heat Transfer Vinyl: Cut your design from vinyl and heat press it onto the shirt. Good for small batches and DIY projects.

5. Sublimation Printing: Turns ink into a gas that bonds with the fabric. Good for all-over prints and intricate designs.

Which method to choose depends on design complexity, quantity and your budget.

How Much Does it Cost to Put Graphics on a Shirt?

It depends on:

1. Printing Method: Each method has its own price range. Screen printing is good for bulk orders, DTG/DTF and vinyl printing for smaller quantities.

2. Design Complexity: The more detailed your design the more steps or materials required.

3. Quantity: Ordering in bulk gets you volume discounts so it’s more cost effective per unit.

It’s a juggling act between quality, quantity and your budget. We can give you a quote. Just email us!

What Do You Need to Print Graphics on Shirts?

The equipment required depends on the method:

1. Screen Printing: Screens, inks, squeegee and press.

2. DTF Printing: Specialized printer and heat press.

3. DTG Printing: Specialized printer and pretreatment solution.

4. Heat Transfer Vinyl: Vinyl sheets, cutting machine and heat press.

5. Sublimation Printing: Sublimation ink, sublimation printer and heat press.

You need quality materials and know your equipment to print graphics.