Stickers and Labels
The Art of Customizing: A Guide to Custom Heat Transfers
Feb
Starting a small business can be a thrilling and challenging endeavor. With the rise of digital printing technology, custom heat transfers have become a popular way to make brand awareness. Whether you’re looking to create custom T-shirts, hats, or other apparel, custom heat transfers provide a cost-effective and scalable solution that can help you get your business off the ground.
In this article, we’ll take a quick look at what custom heat transfers are, how they work, and the steps you need to take to start a small business with custom heat transfers.
What are custom heat transfers?
Heat transfer is a printing method in which an image or design is printed onto special heat transfer paper. Typically using a heat press or even a household iron to transfer the artwork onto garments. The images produced are vibrant and long-lasting. This method is widely used for custom t-shirts and other types of apparel.
One of the obvious benefits of custom heat transfer iron-on decals is that they are quite easy to apply and don’t need any special equipment or skills.
All you need is an iron. Just put the heat transfers on the garments, and use a hot iron to activate the back adhesive, Done!
One of the obvious benefits of custom heat transfer iron-on decals is that they are quite easy to apply and don’t need any special equipment or skills. All you need is an iron. Just put the heat transfers on the garments, and use a hot iron to activate the back adhesive, Done!
If you’re prepared to make a few shirts for your family on your own, a household iron should do the trick. However, if you’re using custom iron-on transfers for your business, then you’ll need a heat press for all your heat transfer needs.
How to apply for heat transfers?
Make sure to set your iron to the recommended temperature setting, and do not use steam.
Apply the labels only on garments that are clean and completely dry. Labels applied to soiled or damp garments will not stick properly.
If you can easily peel the label off with your fingernail, your iron is not hot enough. You can try reheating it for an additional 10-15 seconds.
Be careful not to apply too much heat as it may damage your garment.
Keep in mind that everyone’s iron is different, so you may need to adjust the amount of time you apply the iron to the labels.
After applying the labels, it is recommended to wait for 24 hours before washing the garment.
Where to buy custom heat transfers?
Trying to turn your own artwork into fabulous t-shirts? Look no further! Check out our online store for high-quality custom heat transfers at affordable prices. Whether you’re looking to custom t-shirts, hats, or other apparel items, we’ve got you covered.