I ran an apparel company back in 2008 and believe me that the fact that you cannot print sublimation on 100% cotton t-shirts will be an annoying hurdle that your apparel startup may never get past. This alone should steer you away from sublimation if your main goal is apparel. You could print sublimation to 50/50 cotton-poly blends, but the ink will still wear off in under 5 - 6 washes. If you want to sell cheap-o tees for a one off event or make matching shirts for the family trip to Disneyworld then cotton printing will be fine. But when it comes to buying wholesale inventory, quality shirts out there will be 100% cotton and even at a low retail price, people buying your shirts will expect to have the image not completely fade away in a few washes, and if you do print to 100% cotton, it will wash off completely within 1 - 2 washes. It will have a soft hand for sure, but the longevity just is not there. Also, when using a regular inkjet printer with sublimation ink, the colors will often not match up as well as other methods, so the colors you see on the screen will not 100% match what actually prints, which can often make or break a design that you likely spent time creating. Sublimation ink is just not a language that your Canon inkjet was created to fluently understand, so there will be some misinterpretations. And depending on what app you're printing from, like Photoshop, you'll have to play with the color management a lot to get it to be as close to your on-screen image as possible, because monitor settings also vary and colors can completely change on screen depending on your contract, brightness, etc settings. And of course, the fact that you cannot print to black/dark shirts can be a deal breaker all in itself. I was able to make some black ink to olive green shirts, but that's about it and even then it's still barely visible. And in regards to 'maintenance ', sublimation ink actually WILL dry up over time. It is recommend to do at least one print a week for proper ink flow. I have had $5,000 printers turn into large paperweights because of not being used often enough and having the ink within turn to stone. I suggest routine DIY cleaning as well using an OTC solution called Simple Green. And know that if you plan to purchase an inkjet printer and use sublimation ink instead, this will only work if you put in the sublimation ink first and ONLY. Whatever type of ink you put into that printer when taking it out of the box - that is the only type of ink you can use from there on out. If you've already used it with regular ink then try to use sublimation ink instead, your tubes are going to get clogged and depending on the severity, you'll either have to get the tubes professionally cleaned out or worse, replaced completely, which is costly. So don't think you can use that old inkjet you've got sitting around the house and just change inks, because that won't work. Regarding size, you are certainly not limited to 8 x 11 with sublimation. Print size depends only on printer size, and larger Epson printers for example can net you 36+ inch wide images. Though remember that you will also need a larger heat press for larger images, and if you're doing an 'all-over' print, using a smaller press and trying to get the top and bottom to match up using several presses is not going to work out well for you.
@mwcshk113
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for this insight, its very informative. I've known that printing on cotton shirts makes the print kinda dull but i havent heard about it fading fast, especially since its always been said that since its adhered to the fabric far better than DTF and doesnt leave a film then the print is presuned to last longer. I guess thats why i havent really seen much artists in art conventions/artist alleys sell sublimation printed shirts, its always tote bags. In the case of tote bags however, sublimation prints on canvas seem vibrant and close enough to digital designs from what i have seen, plus i own quite a number of totes that i have used and washed a couple of times now but the print still looks fine. I guess because its printed on canvas instead of cotton? I'd love to hear more of your insights if you have any regarding sublimation on canvas. Thanks again!
@tikab7051
9 ай бұрын
Thank you for this comment it’s good to anyone looking to just get started
@CapybaraRobl0x
6 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for this comment. I just have a question. So, say I have a square picture. Would it work if I put a white vinyl on a t-shirt and then put the sublimation on the white vinyl?
@fatenmhn
Жыл бұрын
I was lost among them.. and you saved me, thank you🌸
@pennycollier1258
Жыл бұрын
I really appreciate y’all taking the time out to do this video and y’all are so cute together. I’m new to this small business and I am doing my homework on every bit of these processes. I am leaning toward DTF. Thanks again
@X0XBOMBONX0X
3 күн бұрын
Thank you for sharing this information!! I love dtf color quality print , this has made me decide to go for it trying to print for our business tshirt which we use a variety of colors tshirts
@Gilly209x
10 ай бұрын
Amazing video! Thank you!!! Also yall need to mention.. sublimation printing doesn’t work on 100% cotton (which is better than polyester shirts) and that it releases a lot of fumes. DTF is more versatile and worthwhile.
@EJ3.16
Жыл бұрын
You guys are super good when it’s about explaining things thank you keep it keep it up 👍🏻👍🏻
@KimandGarrettmakeit
Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Ed! Will do! ~garrett
@melsmedia
Жыл бұрын
I love your explanation of sublimation! Thank you for explaining the chemistry. Sublimation = transformation from a solid state directly to a gaseous state
@T-RigFalgout
8 ай бұрын
Man you guys are awesome, Love the way y’all give the whole run down in everything y’all do .
@ashok2252
Ай бұрын
Thanks guys great comparison ❤🎉 love from INDIA❤
@Oneklickmedia
Жыл бұрын
So I want to make more tshirts that is better than my current method: printing laser printer on vinyl iron on and iron on transfer. Don’t like thickness and easy cracking. So I got into looking at ordering DTF transfer prints or making my own prints at home with Eco Tank sublimation. Your video helped me give a clear ideas of pro and cons, and that the route with sublimation will limit me on product I can offer BUT def a easier and more affordable start up! Thanks again
@candacelinville5749
2 жыл бұрын
Yayyy!! Happy Friday!! You guys help make these processes “make sense” that’s why I love you guys! Thanks for everything you do! (My Google review for this Fridays video 😆 but it’s so true! )
@KimandGarrettmakeit
2 жыл бұрын
You're the best! Thanks for always watching!
@monicav4986
Жыл бұрын
Great video, thanks! but I wish the video had more info about how safe is to use DTF method, specially when you have to heat that powder. I would stick to sublimation. Safety is my number one priority.
@devany7358
Жыл бұрын
You guys really helped me! Thank you so much for your time and dedication on your videos!
@KingslayersDubai
Жыл бұрын
Glued on your channel. Thanks for all the information, start to end, very informative. Keep it going.
@KimandGarrettmakeit
Жыл бұрын
Thanks, will do!
@charleneweege7149
Жыл бұрын
Sublimation for me. I like the ease and I like that the ink blends in with the t-shirt better than the DTF
@percivaldye2535
3 ай бұрын
Question: Sublimation t shirt can wash how many time? Thanks
@charleneweege7149
3 ай бұрын
@@percivaldye2535 'I forgot but they say a lot more than a DTF shirt
@dgomez.69
Жыл бұрын
this helped me understand the difference between the two. thank you. 🙂
@LoneBagels
5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for this awesome video. DTF is awesome but its machines still not matured enough. I would start with Sublimation for now, and may be in few years DTF will become easier to maintain and faster in terms of the extra step with powder, baking, etc.
@louisd95714
Жыл бұрын
This is a great comparison between the two. Nothing else that needs to be said!
@karenbrandon8620
2 жыл бұрын
By the way. Love you guys show always so informative ❤
@KimandGarrettmakeit
2 жыл бұрын
Our pleasure!
@standupstandstrongitsyourt6279
Жыл бұрын
Sublimation for me. Hopefully I can use my Cricut for what my Sublimation can’t do! Thanks to the both of you for the information….you guys are awesome!!
@vlab5665
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! This really clarified everything for my decision
@nelmarieluna2420
8 ай бұрын
This was really helpful and spot on. Keep posting. 😊
@kylefish7909
Жыл бұрын
This is the video I needed! This video has also led me to more questions! Subscribing and going to search your videos for more!
@karenhadden4980
2 жыл бұрын
Great comparison guys! Thanks!
@JaQuanRPhillips
3 ай бұрын
This was very helpful. I am still a little lost but I will be starting with the Sublimation. I just wish I had found this video before I put the ink into the printer. Wasted money. But aye.
@AjaySharma-lm1hf
Ай бұрын
DTF can print it on any fabric and any colour
@prptink
2 жыл бұрын
Love this tutorial. Great information! Thank you 😊 stay blessed 🥰
@KimandGarrettmakeit
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much 🤗
@reclusivesaint2366
2 ай бұрын
Good to see Lalo Salamanca giving printing tips
@minnesotamakes
2 жыл бұрын
Wish we'd had all this info before we dumped money into sublimation and white toner printing a couple years ago. I think we're on our third Sawgrass printer. They die and the hubby just buys another one because it's what he knows. And we are not happy with our white toner printer, which was way more $$ than your DTF printer and really doesn't transfer well.
@jessieheartart
Ай бұрын
great video thanks!!!
@sunshinemarie3550
Жыл бұрын
Thank you 😅this was absolutely thee greatest explanation… I’m a Newbie and am looking to upgrade to a dtf printer /oven 😬any suggestions on a start up dtf?
@KimandGarrettmakeit
Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! This is the only DTF printer we have used. We like it, but if we did it again, we would get one with the roll of film and the automatic powder and oven.
@reffa2858
9 ай бұрын
I thought sublimation printing was referred to as DTF- direct to film and what yall call DTF is actually DTG- direct to garmet. Im try to learn all this, not because Im use it, but because Im trying to suprise my girlfriend for Christmas and I need to do sone research.
@butubuta
Жыл бұрын
Thank you, please let us know about power consumption by comparison.
@michelleskaggs1603
2 жыл бұрын
Do you have a video of how to do the maintenance ? I absolutely love you guys !!❤
@KimandGarrettmakeit
2 жыл бұрын
Coming soon!
@mobilefreelancer3831
Жыл бұрын
Is sublimation good for business?
@lakachewtadesse8707
5 ай бұрын
Thanks guys...
@BobbieBTexas
Жыл бұрын
Thank you
@KimandGarrettmakeit
Жыл бұрын
Of course!
@StoneHazeCraze
2 жыл бұрын
Can you use DTF in a epson converted printer if so can you use it on black cotton t-shirts
@BellaviaSigns
Жыл бұрын
This Video Rocks ty
@JimmyKoKo2
3 ай бұрын
Great video. Thank you. Do you know if I can sublimate on to leatherette? Interested in trying out sublimated leather hat patches? Thanks again!!
@fmkmediallc6085
Жыл бұрын
Great explanation!
@jmichelle4524
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for this video. Very informative
@KimandGarrettmakeit
Жыл бұрын
So glad you think so!
@vee5194
2 жыл бұрын
I wish I had gotten an eco tank. Have u tried printing on Inkjet transfer film and then using the dtf powder on the image? Then pressing on a cotton shirt. I’ve seen it done a few times but have yet to try. A mix of both worlds lol. Would love to see your take on it!
@KimandGarrettmakeit
2 жыл бұрын
Ugh I totally understand!
@kaywavy5341
9 ай бұрын
What do you recommend for graphic art work printing for beanies? Which will have the best quality?
@Jessewhite44
15 күн бұрын
HI EVERYONE CAN I USE SUBLIMATION PAPER TO DENIM PANTS? OR DENIM PANTS IS BETTER WITH DTF TRANSFER FILM? Im from the philippines
@MatthewsFabrication
2 жыл бұрын
Just curious if you can post a close up photo of the DTF film after you've cured the powder? Just wondering if it looks smooth or like alligator skin? I tried the sublimation hack with sublimation paper & the powder, looked nicely coated, but when cured it was very alligator or dry skin look, not smooth. Thanks for your awesome videos.
@thomascave3270
Жыл бұрын
Did you have to buy a software program to download designs for DTF printer
@roashel1975
Жыл бұрын
Thanks, I was about to buy a DTF. But, I think, I’ll stick to my sublimation printer.
@cassiosantos3325
3 ай бұрын
Great video!
@breakinbreadwnbjones4341
Жыл бұрын
A+ on the video. Thanks
@KimandGarrettmakeit
Жыл бұрын
Much appreciated!
@dislas4469
5 ай бұрын
Nice vid. Thank you
@jeromepaints1859
2 жыл бұрын
There are a3 size sublimation papers. You just need an a3 sublimation printer.
@Michelle_Scott.
Жыл бұрын
How long does the ink last in each? Or about how many projects can I make till I need to reup on the ink? Is there some type of ink program that HP has that will send you ink when u start to run out??
@lisawhite9725
2 жыл бұрын
Hi guy’s! Okay Garrett, what brand and model are you using for DTF? Love you guys!
@KimandGarrettmakeit
2 жыл бұрын
Awww! Thanks Lisa! We have the DTF Transfer Printer A3 L1800 Printer: amzn.to/3B14dep Thanks again! ~garrett
@itsalundra14
Жыл бұрын
Can you use different sublimation ink after using sub ink like I use hiippo can I switch my ink to cosmo ink? Or no
@sherripaya8969
2 жыл бұрын
Hey Kim, nice meeting you this morning at Mathews Market Days
@KimandGarrettmakeit
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for coming to say hi! it made our day!
@mustaphaguanoug777
Жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot for this video. I have a question for mr Kim about DTF . can i print a picture on top of another. For example i print a picture and after it cool down i print another smaller one on top of it ?
@KimandGarrettmakeit
Жыл бұрын
Yes! We just tried this out and it works. We did need to do a second press on each image.
@mustaphaguanoug777
Жыл бұрын
@@KimandGarrettmakeit thank you so much 🙏 This is very helpful ❤
@MikeJrOfficial
Жыл бұрын
I assume the shirt shes wearing is Sub and his is DTF? Is that a visual difference? If so the DTF looks way better than SUB
@nephilimshammer9567
Жыл бұрын
No hers is light blue pink his is red black
@lelahkarpen2172
2 жыл бұрын
Good info, Thanks!
@KimandGarrettmakeit
2 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@bonnietyner8986
Жыл бұрын
I used my heat gun to cure my powder. It worked great.
@queensheen88
Жыл бұрын
So helpful 😁💞
@lisaweaver3124
2 жыл бұрын
What is the Epson printer you converted for the DTF?
@KimandGarrettmakeit
2 жыл бұрын
Sorry, I meant to say it and totally forgot!!! DTF Transfer Printer A3 L1800 Printer: amzn.to/3B14dep Thanks Lisa! ~garrett
@mrburns366
2 ай бұрын
DTF doesn't mean what I thought it did.. 😅
@eb7280
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the explanation and sharing the cost of DTF… I’m not there yet 😂
@KimandGarrettmakeit
2 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome 😊
@HarrisonWHB24
Жыл бұрын
Very informative, thank you. Just slightly cringy at the start
@karenbrandon8620
2 жыл бұрын
Ok I brought a DTF from Amazon. I've been sick every since. The fumes are killing me what do I do to get rid of fumes in my house? No body talks about the fumes.
@jamesfein3062
2 жыл бұрын
That's definitely a topic that needs too be addressed... I use a 3M mash with the pink filters that are designed too filter out gases... I also have an extractor fan that sucks out dirty air and pumps in fresh air...
@karenbrandon8620
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you James.
@nephilimshammer9567
Жыл бұрын
Ypu need a hood sucker machine. Those fumes are toxic
@ishakch5744
Жыл бұрын
4:44 me wearing that t'shirt for the 1000 time 🌚
@letsgetdowntobusiness-
Жыл бұрын
Sublimation WINS! Flawless Victory! !!FATALITY!!!
@michelleskaggs1603
2 жыл бұрын
I bought one of these from Amazon... after a couple prints, the white quit working. Any suggestions?
@junma7533
2 жыл бұрын
Because the composition of white ink is titanium dioxide, it is easy to precipitate. You can use a needle to pump the waste ink tube to let the ink circulate, and you can clean the print head with F12
@KimandGarrettmakeit
2 жыл бұрын
Hey Michelle! Yeah, the white is finicky! It clogs and separates pretty quickly. When my white starts looking thin, I will use the syringe to pull a 1-2oz through both white nozzles and then do a print head cleaning. That will usually put me back in business.~garrett
@KimandGarrettmakeit
2 жыл бұрын
Agreed! 👍 ~garrett
@estpeter2405
2 жыл бұрын
great video
@KarjianaCadet
2 жыл бұрын
Anyone know if there's any daily maintenance for a converted Epson sublimation printer? I just got mine and I've heard many horror stories about ink drying up if it's not used daily. Can I keep it unplugged when it's not in use?
@ThatsAshD
8 ай бұрын
Mine was a nightmare. I used it once and that was it. I personally wouldn’t recommend it.
@lchevere90
Жыл бұрын
Yo this the the video that says it all
@Imyourmoose
Жыл бұрын
Im missing something; health hazards. You talked about sublimation causing a gas reaction in the shirt. Do you need a extraction?? Im a little in a dillema. I like the epic full color and better graphics but I don't like the feeling of a sticker that also washes after a certain time 😅 pls answer the health hazard question if you guys can. Tnx for the video :)
@cathybrewer4702
2 жыл бұрын
If I purchase a DTF print from someone can I then create my product, i.e., black tshirts. using my Infusion IQ heat press.
@KimandGarrettmakeit
2 жыл бұрын
I believe so!
@auntienikkisgamin9251
2 жыл бұрын
Enjoy your vids
@KimandGarrettmakeit
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Nikki! ~garrett
@jrich5682
Жыл бұрын
Ok is it just me or does the white on his shirt look like some shiny iron on?
@DarqChildNYC
2 жыл бұрын
You guys are adorable:)
@KimandGarrettmakeit
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
@dylleff
Жыл бұрын
Garrett looks like Mark Ruffalo
@theguythatdoesthatonething2133
Жыл бұрын
Dtf inks are glue based in nature.. turns almost plastic when set up for too long. It took a year of learning my large format dtf as well as I had to learn how to fix it constantly
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23 күн бұрын
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@Nclk619
Жыл бұрын
Whaaat? No wearing a t for more than 50 times? The whole year has 52 weeks, so if you’re wearing a T once/week you can only have that for a year? That’s crazy wasteful.
@iSprayChrome
Жыл бұрын
Honestly a good point but. In a year you should have a new design to add to the collection. I mean .... Seriously new design once a month is minimal for most ppl. You got plenty holidays in a year.
@robertadodoadji5099
9 ай бұрын
@@iSprayChromeYeah but what about the buyer. It’s kinda wasteful to buy clothing snd it only last for 2 weeks lest than a year.
@dislas4469
5 ай бұрын
Exactly. I have some shirts with images in vinyl and some of these have five to ten years
@redove7142
Жыл бұрын
😅😅😅
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27 күн бұрын
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@Fast.DTF.Transfer
5 ай бұрын
Your creativity knows no bounds! DTF printing could be the perfect tool for unleashing even more innovation in your custom t-shirt designs! 🚀 @fastdtftransfer
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