Heat Transfer Printing

The Ultimate Guide to Printing Heat Transfers: Everything You Need to Know

Heat transfers have become one of the most popular methods for printing custom designs on various products, particularly clothing like t-shirts, hoodies, and bags. Whether you're a small business owner, DIY enthusiast, or looking to create unique gifts, heat transfers offer a versatile, professional-quality solution. In this blog post, we’ll break down the basics of heat transfer printing and share tips to help you get started.

What Is Heat Transfer Printing?

Heat transfer printing is a process that involves applying custom designs onto garments using heat and pressure. The designs are printed on special transfer paper and then transferred to the fabric using a heat press machine.

Unlike screen printing, where the ink is directly applied to the material, heat transfer printing allows for more intricate designs and full-color images. It’s ideal for short-run orders, personalization, and highly detailed prints.