Printed transfers in Thame
Local and hands-on: come see us in Thame to talk it through and watch it printed.
Printed transfers let us put detailed, full-colour designs onto clothing and accessories without needing a separate screen for each colour. The design is printed onto a transfer and then applied to the garment with heat and pressure.
They are often called DTF-style transfers, and they are ideal when your artwork has lots of colours, gradients or fine detail.
Who it’s for
Printed transfers are popular for one-off gifts, birthday and celebration shirts, photo designs, small batches for events and personalised names on otherwise matching garments. They also work on items that are awkward to screen print, such as bags and some caps.
What works well
- Photos and full-colour artwork
- Small runs and single items
- Detailed logos with gradients or many colours
- Personalising individual garments with names
Pop in – local and quick
Because there are no screens to set up, printed transfers are often one of the quickest options for small jobs. Bring your design in and we can usually show you how it will look before we press it. Turnaround depends on how busy we are and the size of the order; just ask.
Questions
Can you print a photo on a t-shirt?
Yes, printed transfers are a good way to print photos and colourful artwork. A clear, high-resolution image gives the best result.
How do I wash a garment with a printed transfer?
We will give you care advice with your order. As a general rule, wash inside out at a cool temperature and avoid ironing directly on the print.
Are printed transfers better than screen printing?
Neither is better in every case. Transfers suit colourful designs and small runs; screen printing suits simple designs on bigger batches.