T-shirts can be personalized using transfer paper, which is typically the easiest and cheapest method for beginners. The greatest advantage of transfer paper is that it can be used with the printer we have at home.

WHY USE TRANSFER PAPER?

The application process is prone to triggering problems quite often. We tend to blame the quality of the paper in these cases, but that is not entirely true, since in 95% of the cases, people make mistakes because they fail to follow all the instructions on the transfer paper properly.

It is only possible to achieve a successful result if all steps are properly followed. The article will answer all your questions about how to perform this technique, so if you are one of those who have trouble performing it, don't worry.

PAPER TRANSFER FOR T-SHIRTS

T-shirts can be printed efficiently, quickly, and economically with transfer paper. It is a popular bachelor party craft since the design on the paper can be applied to the textile with an iron and the paper can be printed at home.

Since a transfer paper is intended for sporadic use, the design will only hold up to a limited number of washings. Using this technique does not allow us to sell shirts as durable as these ones because they are not durable enough.

TRANSFER PAPERS: WHICH SHOULD I USE?

In order to choose the correct paper for you, you must first answer these two questions

  • How does my printer work?Depending on the type of printer you have, it will be the type of paper you choose. That is, you need to know if you have an inkjet printer (inkjet) or a laser printer (one that uses toner). We will reveal the differences between each type in a moment, so don't worry if you're not sure what printer you have.

The inkjet printer uses liquid ink, while the laser printer uses toner. Similar to a copier, it operates in the same way. Inkjet transfer paper should be used with laser printers, and laser transfer paper should be used with inkjet printers.

  • Is there a color I should choose for the shirt?Among the different types of transfer paper are: light background transfer paper, which is used on white shirts or light colored shirts. Paper for dark backgrounds is used when the shirt is black or has an intense color.

The transfer paper, on the other hand, is suitable for shirts made of cotton, polyester, or cotton and polyester blends.

TRADING PAPER PLATE

The domestic iron for stamping transfer paper is not the best solution but it will get us out of trouble. By using the home iron, we can stamp the transfer paper easily and efficiently following the instructions of the paper manufacturer (see the back of the paper).

It is possible to use professional thermal irons that will help us do a good ironing without a problem. These irons are quite economical and will allow us stability, reliability, and a more professional ironing.

HOW CAN I REMOVAL THE PAPER?

According to the type of transfer paper you use, the instructions will tell you whether you should remove the paper cold or hot, so you should pay attention to this fact. Alternatively, other models require that the paper be rubbed with a cloth before it can be detached from the textile garment. It is possible that if you wait too long to remove the paper and it's hot, it will stick to your garment and you won't be able to remove it.

WHAT IS A TRANSFER PAPER?

Heat is applied to the transfer paper to transform it into vinyl. We must always keep in mind, however, that when printing on the transfer paper, we must print in mirror mode, as if we do not do this, the design will be flipped when we pass it to the garment.

The printed image is taken off its protective sheet, then it is put on the shirt that we are going to work on, and we blow the sheet of vegetable paper in the direction of the iron, making sure to apply pressure and heat until the photograph is permanently transferred to the garment.

One of the things we must keep in mind is that the transfer paper is a kind of white support, so we must trim the excess off, otherwise the unprinted areas will be white. Learn how to use a cutting plotter.

HOW ARE TRANSFER PAPERS CUT?

Earlier we mentioned that transfer papers are made up of a very thin layer on the printable part, which is responsible for transferring to the garment with the heat of the iron. Despite not being printed on the cape, it will reflect in the garment, since it shines a little. Cut out the outline of the image and this won't happen.

Final Verdict

Transfer paper is a good way to save time when you have to custom print on a t-shirt, shirt or another fabric, since it can be done with a domestic printer (laser or inkjet) and with a simple homemade iron. Have you ever needed a shirt printed quickly? Transfer paper offers a wide range of customization options. That's what you know now.