20 steps to making a custom shirt using DARK transfers - "how-to" procedures

[M_I_C_K_E_Y]

I have a question that I haven't seen answered. Can I put a dryer sheet in when I am drying after the vinegar wash? Hubby is sensitive to how things feel on his skin and has a hard time wearing things that haven't been softened.

Thanks for the help. :)

I personally do not do the vinegar wash but... after the iron on process is complete, you can wash and dry the shirt normally - including using fabric softner and dryer sheets.

[MinnieLove]

thanks for all the great suggestions. I started making the shirts today. I am so excited. We used Penny's mickey heads. I need to buy the other shirts tomorrow so I can finish. I will also buy some sparkles to on a couple special shirts. Also I need to buy a couple "junior" cut shirts to make a fashion statement .

After reading thru 17 pages of ideas and questions. I found the iron on transfer process to be quite simple. I could be addicted. My two cents on the process: RELAX! Follow the instructions and enjoy the process.

Thanks Penny and Veronica for the great designs.

[RustManFan]

bump for new Shirt makers!

[chaoscent]

:goodvibes Why Thank You:flower3: Penny

[chaoscent]

:flower3: bump for new shirt makers

[heartbeeps]

thanks for all the great suggestions. I started making the shirts today. I am so excited. We used Penny's mickey heads. I need to buy the other shirts tomorrow so I can finish. I will also buy some sparkles to on a couple special shirts. Also I need to buy a couple "junior" cut shirts to make a fashion statement .

After reading thru 17 pages of ideas and questions. I found the iron on transfer process to be quite simple. I could be addicted. My two cents on the process: RELAX! Follow the instructions and enjoy the process.

Thanks Penny and Veronica for the great designs.

great encouragement for the newbies! thanks for posting.

[DisneyBabies]

I just washed my colored shirts in the vinegar rinse and a couple of them look like the ink rubbed off of the transfer. They still look ok and I can at least fix the places by using fabric paint. But I am trying to figure out what I did wrong before I wash my white shirts :confused: . I thougt I had read somewhere to spray the images with scotchguard before the vinegar rinse. Has anyone done this before? Does it help? Is there anything else I can do to keep this from happening? HELP!

[M_I_C_K_E_Y]

I just washed my colored shirts in the vinegar rinse and a couple of them look like the ink rubbed off of the transfer. They still look ok and I can at least fix the places by using fabric paint. But I am trying to figure out what I did wrong before I wash my white shirts :confused: . I thougt I had read somewhere to spray the images with scotchguard before the vinegar rinse. Has anyone done this before? Does it help? Is there anything else I can do to keep this from happening? HELP!

I have personally never done the vinegar rinse or the scotchguard.

Assuming you have already prewashed your shirts before the iron on process, I would just wait until you have returned from your trip to wash the rest.

That way, at least the shirts look fabulous for your trip! Just my personal opinion.

[heartbeeps]

I just washed my colored shirts in the vinegar rinse and a couple of them look like the ink rubbed off of the transfer. They still look ok and I can at least fix the places by using fabric paint. But I am trying to figure out what I did wrong before I wash my white shirts :confused: . I thougt I had read somewhere to spray the images with scotchguard before the vinegar rinse. Has anyone done this before? Does it help? Is there anything else I can do to keep this from happening? HELP!

I've never used scotchgard but have used the vinegar wash religiously. Is the ink that's rubbing off RED per chance? I'm thinking maybe you could have had the iron on too hot or too long and if there's any red in the transfer image, it's unforgiving and will look like it's bleeding.

[heartbeeps]

From best I can tell, the purpose of the vinegar wash as described in the directions on page 1 is to bring out bright colors by adding white distilled vinegar to the wash.

Additional info found online says that the acid in white distilled vinegar is too mild to harm fabrics, yet strong enough to dissolve the alkalies in soaps and detergents. (And hopefully you washed the shirts first before starting the process!) But, besides removing soap, as an added benefit, white distilled vinegar prevents yellowing, acts as a fabric softener and static cling reducer, and attacks mold and mildew.

Of course, it's the user's perogative to skip the vinegar wash altogether........

[erin327]

Thanks! This is a great help!

Does anyone know of any good deals on transfers right now?

[DisneyBabies]

Thanks for the ideas everyone. The transfers didn't bleed at all, it just looked like the ink rubbed off in a few places. It was the all the colors, as it happend to a few different shirts. I was able to fix most of them (I think :scared: ) by using fabric paint pens on the bad spots, but I haven't washed them again yet because the instructions on the pens said to wait 24 hours. A couple of them couldn't be fixed, so I am going to do them over and skip the vinegar wash. I don't know that the vinegar wash had anything to do with it, but I am going to take the risk of not doing it this time and see what happens. I will post pics of the shirts as soon as they are all done (unless they are completely awful :rolleyes: ). Thanks to everyone for the helpful tips and encouragement on my first time making t-shirts!

Cassandra

[heartbeeps]

Thanks! This is a great help!

Does anyone know of any good deals on transfers right now?

I thought I recall Amy (M-I-C-K-E-Y) offers them. You could pm her to find out for sure. Other than that, check HP's web site as they sometimes offer buy 2 get 1 free (or something like that).

[heartbeeps]

:goodvibes

[extremesoccermom]

OK I read the entire thread and I didn't see this tip yet.
We have been doing iron ons since the late 80's. There was a shirt shop that would press premade sayings onto a blank shirt or jacket of your choosing starting around $15.00 which was alot back then. But we could buy just the iron on for $2.00 and do it ourselves at home. We found the home iron wasn't quite hot enough for the big prints and we didn't get a consistant result.
So now my tip!
Place a piece of aluminum foil over your cutting board and place both inside the shirt. The foil will help reflect the heat back up making for a more even heating. Remember not to slide the iron but to lift and press for each move.

[heartbeeps]

...So now my tip!
Place a piece of aluminum foil over your cutting board and place both inside the shirt. The foil will help reflect the heat back up making for a more even heating. Remember not to slide the iron but to lift and press for each move.

Wow; never thought of that! And, there are times when I wish we could somehow delete the "bump" posts to skinny down the posts to the essence of the subject but... if we don't "bump" once in a while this thread gets lost in the shuffle and they aren't interested in making it a sticky so.........

[chaoscent]

Sorry, another bump post. Someone is looking for this. :goodvibes

[roscoepc1]

Amy (M-I-C-K-E-Y)'s transfers are the B-E-S-T!! ;)

I had wonderful results with them.....and ordered more, then had wonderful results with the next bunch too!:thumbsup2

[ang]

WOW great help! Thanks:thumbsup2

[disneyfaninaz]

Amy (M-I-C-K-E-Y)'s transfers are the B-E-S-T!! ;)

I had wonderful results with them.....and ordered more, then had wonderful results with the next bunch too!:thumbsup2

:thumbsup2 :thumbsup2 I agree. I just did my t-shirts with her transfers and they were so easy to use and turned out great. I loved the way the color popped on them. :)

[ang]

:thumbsup2 :thumbsup2 I agree. I just did my t-shirts with her transfers and they were so easy to use and turned out great. I loved the way the color popped on them. :)

I was wondering if these are any good and worth the money. Since so many of say they are...I am going to buy some.
I bought some transfer long time ago and was not happy with the results. I just love seeing everyone t-shirts. They look so good.
thanks!

What kind of T-shirts do you guys buy? Hanes or ANVIL? 100% cotton? or 50/50?

[heartbeeps]

I was wondering if these are any good and worth the money. Since so many of say they are...I am going to buy some.
I bought some transfer long time ago and was not happy with the results. I just love seeing everyone t-shirts. They look so good.
thanks!

What kind of T-shirts do you guys buy? Hanes or ANVIL? 100% cotton? or 50/50?

I purchased from two online vendors - from shirtsupplier I ordered Hanes, Gildan and Anvil. I believe the Anvil (laides) ran a little snugger than the Gildan brand. I made more than 50 shirts. About 90% of them were 100% cotton; however, I did pick up a few at the Dollar store that were 50/50 and didn't have a problem with them.

The other online vendor (Jiffyshirts.com), I didn't care for as much. Their return policy wasn't as good as shirtsupplier.com and I found very small pin holes (1 or 2 per shirt) on a few of the shirts from the other guy. I can't vouch for Amy's transfers; I used 90% HP (b'c they were on sale at HP's web site) and ~10% Avery (light) b'c I ran out and needed something I could pick up quick that wasn't the brand carried by Michaels!

[ang]

I purchased from two online vendors - from shirtsupplier I ordered Hanes, Gildan and Anvil. I believe the Anvil (laides) ran a little snugger than the Gildan brand. I made more than 50 shirts. About 90% of them were 100% cotton; however, I did pick up a few at the Dollar store that were 50/50 and didn't have a problem with them.

The other online vendor (can't recall the name), I didn't care for as much. Their return policy wasn't as good as shirtsupplier.com and I found very small pin holes (1 or 2 per shirt) on a few of the shirts from the other guy. I can't vouch for Amy's transfers; I used 90% HP (b'c they were on sale at HP's web site) and ~10% Avery (light) b'c I ran out and needed something I could pick up quick that wasn't the brand carried by Michaels!
Thank you for the info....i am going to look!;)

[incruzcontrol2]

Hello.. Just found this GREAT thread... Read everything but still have some questions.. please advise..

Basicaly, with everyone's help.. I've got most of my disigns, got my iron-on transfer paper (thanks Amy!) and printed the disigns on them, purchased t-shirts (and washed and them)... Now... I'm ready to iron the disigns onto the shirts.. so here are my questions:

1. The shirts are wrinkled after drying them.. can I iron the shirt first before I put the actual iron-on transfer on them?

2. What platform can I use to iron the transfers on? I've read NOT to use the ironing board because the heat will not transfer properly. I've read to iron it on a wooden cutting board.. but my cutting board is plastic so can't do that. Don't know what to do???

3. After the disigns are ironed on, do I have to hang them to dry or something of that sorts? Or can I just fold right away and pack it?

Thanks for all the input.. This is my first time doing iron-on transfers and I just don't want to mess them up! I'm inspired by everyone's work and hopefully can get mine to come out just as nice.. Thanks so much.

[heartbeeps]

1. The shirts are wrinkled after drying them.. can I iron the shirt first before I put the actual iron-on transfer on them?
ABSOLUTELY, please do!

2. What platform can I use to iron the transfers on? I've read NOT to use the ironing board because the heat will not transfer properly. I've read to iron it on a wooden cutting board.. but my cutting board is plastic so can't do that. Don't know what to do???
Perhaps you or your spouse have a piece of 3/4" plywood that's good on one side? Maybe you could borrow a big cutting board? (I took the stain right off the top of my coffee table when I just used a pillwo case so I wouldn't recommend that without some think wood layer between it and the shirt! :scared1: (The pillowcase was ruined too!)

3. After the disigns are ironed on, do I have to hang them to dry or something of that sorts? Or can I just fold right away and pack it?
I just let mine cool down and then folded them for the luggage.
Good luck! You'll do fine.

[erin327]

I plan to use one DISign on the front and one on the back of some tshirts. Can I do that? Do I need to let the first ones cool for a while before doing the others? Do I need a protective layer between them to protect the first one while I do the second one?

[heartbeeps]

I plan to use one DISign on the front and one on the back of some tshirts. Can I do that?

Yes, I've done that; the only caution is a) it's sometimes "sweaty" in humid weather and b) it is a bit of a pain to iron them every time they're in the wash!

Do I need to let the first ones cool for a while before doing the others?
Yes, I'd recommend you let the first iron on "cool" so you don't accidentally damage the first iron on while handling the shirt (and it only takes minutes to do so).

Do I need a protective layer between them to protect the first one while I do the second one?
ABSOLUTELY! I used a 2nd cutting board - one under the tee and one between the front and the back of the tee but it works just perfectly. And, don't forget when you wash your shirts and iron them you'll need to ensure they're turned inside out or you'll risk hitting the transfer with the hot iron and that would NOT be a good thing. :eek:


:teacher:

[heartbeeps]

:goodvibes

[mcz100]

Can I use dark transfers on 95 cotton/5 spandex shirts?

Thanks!

[EmilyJ]

I bought light transfers. All my shirts are white. If I do a DISign with white surrounding it (like a mickey head) do I need to trim that to just the shape of the mickey head, or will it not matter since its a white shirt?

Also, do I need to flip the images so the words are backward?

[EmilyJ]

Oh, and I planned on using this design on a light grey shirt. All my transfers are light. Do you think it will be okay?

http://i191.photobucket.com/albums/z58/kysonaspen/Yoda_Mickey_revised7.jpg

[M_I_C_K_E_Y]

Can I use dark transfers on 95 cotton/5 spandex shirts? Thanks!

I have personally never tried it but since it has so little spandex, it would probably work fine. This is just a guess on my part. I would try it on one and just see how it works. If you decide to try it, be sure to post back so we will all know.

I bought light transfers. All my shirts are white. If I do a DISign with white surrounding it (like a mickey head) do I need to trim that to just the shape of the mickey head, or will it not matter since its a white shirt?
Also, do I need to flip the images so the words are backward?

Be sure to read your directions very carefully but most light transfers do require you to flip or rotate the design before printing.

As far as trimming, you would not need to trim if you wish not to but I might suggest trimming the bulk of the white off. Just because the transfers do not allow the shirt to be as breathable and the least amount of transfer, the better. I would just trim loosely around the image, no need to trim closely.

Oh, and I planned on using this design on a light grey shirt. All my transfers are light. Do you think it will be okay?

http://i191.photobucket.com/albums/z58/kysonaspen/Yoda_Mickey_revised7.jpg

Just picture that all the white areas of the design will be light grey. It would probably look OK. I would also love it if you could post the largest size of this design (if you have it any larger). It is so cool, I would love to have it!

[mcz100]

I have personally never tried it but since it has so little spandex, it would probably work fine. This is just a guess on my part. I would try it on one and just see how it works. If you decide to try it, be sure to post back so we will all know.







Thanks for your comments. I am going to try it over the weekend so I will post back on my results!

[tchrrx]

My DH is excited about me designing shirts to wear. However, he doesn't want me to use colored backgrounds or too much ink. He thinks that I should find a local screenprint shop to print these for me or ask someone on here to do it. I tried convincing him that it's easier for me to do b/c 1. It's illegal to make money off of Disney designs and 2. I designed on Microsoft Word, so there's no real way of getting the prints to someone else. I told him that if he's that worried about the wear & tear on our home printer, then he needs to buy me a cheaper printer just for this purpose.

[heartbeeps]

My DH is excited about me designing shirts to wear. However, he doesn't want me to use colored backgrounds or too much ink. He thinks that I should find a local screenprint shop to print these for me or ask someone on here to do it. I tried convincing him that it's easier for me to do b/c 1. It's illegal to make money off of Disney designs and 2. I designed on Microsoft Word, so there's no real way of getting the prints to someone else. I told him that if he's that worried about the wear & tear on our home printer, then he needs to buy me a cheaper printer just for this purpose.

Good luck! :wizard: Let DH do the legwork to find a screenprint shop then as I discovered when 2 shops heard I had DISNEY designs on my shirt they wouldn't touch them with a 10-foot pole b'c of Copyright issues which state something about making a profit (and since you'd be paying the shop for their work on your shirts, they would be making a profit). popcorn:: I suspect you'll find the same problem with trying to get someone here to do it... unless perhaps if you can barter with someone. popcorn::

Tell him just to buy you the color ink - after all, how many hundreds of shirts do you plan on making??? :rolleyes: And just what brand of printer do you have that he thinks it would get too much wear and tear? (I have an HP office jet & I made at least 70+ shirts a year ago last March and April and just needed INK!

I don't mean to sound snide but designing does come at a cost... and the cheapest way IMHO is to print them yourself. (that or go topless!)

[moburg]

Here's a question. I've been reading through the 'Mouse Head Name Design' thread, and its got me working on a design for a June trip. The design has white elements and I'm considering colored shirts. So from what I've read, I need to use DARK transfer paper.

BUT, I do not want the design in a white box. So how do I get just the design without a white background?

http://i72.photobucket.com/albums/i188/moburg/Disney/T-Shirt-small.png vs http://i72.photobucket.com/albums/i188/moburg/Disney/T-Shirt-small2.png

[moburg]

Could I use a LIGHT transfer paper and use some kind of off white for the white portions of the design? How far off white does something have to be for the LIGHT paper to pick it up?

[M_I_C_K_E_Y]

Here's a question. I've been reading through the 'Mouse Head Name Design' thread, and its got me working on a design for a June trip. The design has white elements and I'm considering colored shirts. So from what I've read, I need to use DARK transfer paper.

BUT, I do not want the design in a white box. So how do I get just the design without a white background?

http://i72.photobucket.com/albums/i188/moburg/Disney/T-Shirt-small.png vs http://i72.photobucket.com/albums/i188/moburg/Disney/T-Shirt-small2.png

Could I use a LIGHT transfer paper and use some kind of off white for the white portions of the design? How far off white does something have to be for the LIGHT paper to pick it up?

Yes, you would want to use a dark transfer if you are putting that design on a colored shirt. Your best bet would be to make the background the shirt color - like the purple one you posted and simply cut around the design as closely as you wish. With a light transfer, the only way it will be a color on the transfer is if the printer prints it. I am not sure how dark the white would need to be for the printer to actually print it. But if there is no ink on a light transfer, it will be clear. I hope this helps!

[heartbeeps]

Here's a question. I've been reading through the 'Mouse Head Name Design' thread, and its got me working on a design for a June trip. The design has white elements and I'm considering colored shirts. So from what I've read, I need to use DARK transfer paper.

BUT, I do not want the design in a white box. So how do I get just the design without a white background?

http://i72.photobucket.com/albums/i188/moburg/Disney/T-Shirt-small.png vs http://i72.photobucket.com/albums/i188/moburg/Disney/T-Shirt-small2.png

It might look like this if you use a dark transfer on a colored shirt with a white background...
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk100/usavvy2/Dis%20Tees/411983ef.jpg

a light transfer on a colored shirt - hard to tell here but the words aren't very "sharp" because of the colored shirt (very disappointing - could barely read it)
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk100/usavvy2/Dis%20Tees/0f5a4070.jpg

or you can eliminate the white box on the dark transfer by using a different colored background on a colored shirt and cutting away as much of the white on the transfer as possible...
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk100/usavvy2/Dis%20Tees/P4190047.jpg

It might look like this if you use a light transfer on a white shirt with a clear background...
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk100/usavvy2/Dis%20Tees/33049c6c.jpg

hope this helps you decide!

[rhondamccollough@hot]

Ok, not trying to beat this in the ground here (LOL) but on my editing program I can cut away everything that just leaves me with the image, no white background. If I print that on dark transfers will it still give me a white background?

p.s. These issues in this thread are why I normally use WHITE shirts!!

[disneyfaninaz]

Yes, because the transfer itself is white.

[heartbeeps]

Ok, not trying to beat this in the ground here (LOL) but on my editing program I can cut away everything that just leaves me with the image, no white background. If I print that on dark transfers will it still give me a white background?

p.s. These issues in this thread are why I normally use WHITE shirts!!


If you look above at the pink t with the Pixie Princess you will note that there is NO WHITE SHOWING - I used DARK transfers. Let that be your guide....

and the answer is NO.

[heartbeeps]

Yes, because the transfer itself is white.

Actually NO if she's cutting all the white away and the only thing that's being printed on the dark transfer is COLORED INK, there will be NO WHITE left (assuming 100% of the white is colored with colored ink).

[graceesmom]

Ok, not trying to beat this in the ground here (LOL) but on my editing program I can cut away everything that just leaves me with the image, no white background. If I print that on dark transfers will it still give me a white background?

p.s. These issues in this thread are why I normally use WHITE shirts!!

The light transfers are clear, so you could use light transfers if you do not want the white box. Just make sure you don't have the color of your shirt in your design or it won't show up well. And if the shirt is too dark, nothing will show up well. So a light colored shirt, i.e. light blue, light green, etc. would be fine as long as you don't mind the color of your shirt being the background of your design.

[heartbeeps]

The light transfers are clear, so you could use light transfers if you do not want the white box. Just make sure you don't have the color of your shirt in your design or it won't show up well. And if the shirt is too dark, nothing will show up well. So a light colored shirt, i.e. light blue, light green, etc. would be fine as long as you don't mind the color of your shirt being the background of your design.

yep, see my blue t pix posted above (Team Arbonne Relay for Life shirt); it depicts a light transfer on a light blue background. If it was for myself, I would have redone it b'c it wasn't "good enough" - too hard to see - but it was only for my lil sis and she wore it anyway. I would not recommend light transfers even on light blue shirts based on my experience above.

[kellyhrh@comcast.net]

I have no idea how to use this website. I having been trying for weeks to figure out how to ask you a question. Can I talk to you on the phone or by email. I don't understand this stuff at all. I'm a mom trying to get shirts made for my family trip to Disney. This is all very confusing to me. I am computer eliterate! Kelly

[kellyhrh@comcast.net]

Hello again. I don't understand also what is a tread? I have no idea if your getting these emails. I am getting your current designs you update everyday. I just don't know how to do it myself. Kelly

[heartbeeps]

Hello again. I don't understand also what is a tread? I have no idea if your getting these emails. I am getting your current designs you update everyday. I just don't know how to do it myself. Kelly

Kellyhrh I sent you a private message advising you about how you might reach takewon (sp).

[heartbeeps]

i know folks are asking questions in other threads that this thread might address for them...

[heartbeeps]

:goodvibesi know folks are asking questions in other threads that this thread might address for them... :goodvibes

[DisneyMom92]

bump :cool1::goodvibes:cool1:

[Showpony]

bump, bump..

[DisneyToddlers]

bump :cool1::goodvibes:cool1:

bump, bump..

Thanks DisneyMom92 and Showpony! You guys are the best!:goodvibes

[NiniMorris]

I have a quick question...did a stick family on a red shirt. Shirt was pre-washed, and I was using a dark transfer. I was expecting a white background with a red border...what I got was a dark pink background with a red border.

I'm guessing it was because I did not use M_I_C_K_E_Y's transfers? Could it have been another reason? The dark transfers were Hanes. (shirts were not, so there went the idea of their 'mess up' insurance!)

Thanks for help...

Nini

[wannago2disney]

subscribing, so that I can find this when I get ready to make our shirts!
You guys are great:goodvibes

[angboys3]

Okay, I have waited until the last minute to do my shirts so I can't order on line. Two weeks away from trip. It's my first time to try transfers.

Any good transfers papers that I can find at a local craft store, walmart or office supply store? I want dark transfers, and I have HP Photosmart printer of those all in one, printer, scanner, fax ones.

Also, any ideas buying for 100% cotton shirts? I'm thinking blue and maybe brown ones for all of us if I can find them. I need adults XL, kids 10-12 and kids size 5, so I may have to go white as it would be easier for find the colors in the sizes I need.

[chaoscent]

Bump

[mae5731]

For those who have made tote/trick or treat bags... Did you wash before ironing on the design, or do the vinegar wash afterwards? It's not like DD will be wearing the trick or treat bag, so I'm not so afraid of the color running. But, do the canvas bags at the craft stores have sizing on them as well that I need to wash off?:confused3 I'm just afraid of it not looking as "crisp" if I wash it first. Thank you so much for all the help!

[ali92579]

Supplies needed once the design is made -


design
transfer paper
computer
printer
a software program to view/modify/print the design from
fresh ink cartridges (buy an extra of black & color in case there's a problem)
scissors (multi sizes help - especially ones that cut in small spaces)
a paper cutter would really help by cutting down on the amount of freehand trimming required; if not a straight edge would probably be helpful too!
iron
flat, hard surface like a coffee table
a pillowcase


ok that's as far as I am right now; I'll post more when I get there!

What software program do use? Totally did no know I needed a software program. Help me!!

[kendallt]

I tried my hand at this iron-on thing for the first time ever tonight, and I'm so upset! My first shirt turned out fine, but shirts two and three look terrible. The white background of the transfers turned yellow!

I thought maybe the iron was too hot, so I turned it down, but then the transfer wouldn't stick to the shirt properly. Does anyone have any suggestions for what I may be doing wrong? Oh yeah, I leave in TWO days!

[kendallt]

Anyone? Please!

[lindsayjs]

Just a quick thank you for this thread and a bump up! I have lots of shirts to make and this is going to be very helpful!!:dance3:

[katsmom4]

do they make transfer paper for laser jet printers or just ink jet? and can you use either one? Does it make a differnence if you have a laser printer.

Thanks

Kellie

[heartbeeps]

do they make transfer paper for laser jet printers or just ink jet? and can you use either one? Does it make a differnence if you have a laser printer.nnnl

you cannot use ink jet transfer paper on a laser jet. (Not sure if they make transfer paper specifically for a laser printer... haven't seen any yet.)

[katsmom4]

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you cannot use ink jet transfer paper on a laser jet. (Not sure if they make transfer paper specifically for a laser printer... haven't seen any yet.)

after reading some more I realized that this wasn't possible so I guess I am stuck! Hubby won't pay for more ink but I have all of these great disigns to make.

[mae5731]

after reading some more I realized that this wasn't possible so I guess I am stuck! Hubby won't pay for more ink but I have all of these great disigns to make.

there are some out there just do a google search...I have no personal experience with any of them though

http://www.tshirtsupplies.com/index.php?crn=237&rn=423&action=show_detail

[angboys3]

Thanks everyone! My shirts turned out great. Got tons of compliments, we skipped the vinegar wash, it wasn't necessary at least with HP dark transfer papers, our shirts got wet and didn't run.

[heartbeeps]

great!

[ClanMac]

Your tips are fabulous and just what I (a beginner) needs!

I have read every post and if I missed it I'm sorry....but my questions are:

When you are ready to iron on your transfer-do you take a tape measure or ruler to use as a guide from the neckline?

If so, is there a standard measurement for adults that is commonly used?

If you are measuring, is it from the top of the neckline or the bottom of the hemline of the neckline?

Thanks!

[heartbeeps]

Your tips are fabulous and just what I (a beginner) needs!
I have read every post and if I missed it I'm sorry....but my questions are:

When you are ready to iron on your transfer-do you take a tape measure or ruler to use as a guide from the neckline?

If so, is there a standard measurement for adults that is commonly used?

If you are measuring, is it from the top of the neckline or the bottom of the hemline of the neckline? Thanks!

You get a medal for sifting through pages of posts and "bumps"! :thumbsup2

when I made my first 5 or 10 or 15 shirts, yes I did use a tape measure and I measured from the neck front down about 5-6" on adult T's; however, after that I felt more confident and just "eye-balled" it! :cool2:This pix shows me also measuring the bottom up - double checking my measurements of shirt #1 against shirt #2. I nixxed that step after realizing I had about 70 shirts more to go! :rotfl:


http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk100/usavvy2/Dis%20Tees/P4220063.jpg

good luck!

[heartbeeps]

If so, is there a standard measurement for adults that is commonly used?
If you are measuring, is it from the top of the neckline or the bottom of the hemline of the neckline?...

for kids, you can see from this photo that it's less than 5". I don't recall exactly (and I gave the kids' tees away so I can't measure now) but I think it may have been more like 3" for a size 6 (small) kids tee.

http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk100/usavvy2/Dis%20Tees/ae9dd979.jpg

PS: there was only 1 tee I think that was crooked somewhat - not bad but I could tell! Not bad considering more than 70 made and only used a ruler for the first dozen or so!!! :woohoo:

[ClanMac]

Hi again,
I am going to use this design on one of my t-shirts.

My question is-is the white in background going to show up if I use a dark transfer and what color of shirt would you suggest?

Thanks.

okay.....hmmmm...don't know how to attach/include a photo....help please

[ClanMac]

Okay...let's try this. It's the link to the design page.

The Ohana design and princess designs....how do I not have the white back ground when I use the transfer paper?

Thanks.

oops...I need one more post to post links...

sorry...next one will be 10!

[ClanMac]

Here's the post:

Thanks again.

http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=32478861&postcount=368


http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=32478861&postcount=368

[heartbeeps]

... My question is-is the white in background going to show up if I use a dark transfer and what color of shirt would you suggest?

yes the white in the background WILL SHOW UP AS WHITE like this one did:
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk100/usavvy2/Dis%20Tees/411983ef.jpg


here's another example of white showing:
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk100/usavvy2/Dis%20Tees/P4190044.jpg


I think you'll get the idea. Not my favorite but it works I suppose.

so my suggestions to cut around the Mickey head as close as possible like I did in these shirts:

http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk100/usavvy2/Dis%20Tees/68e64429.jpg
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk100/usavvy2/Dis%20Tees/P4120006.jpg

Note on the "Bill" MM head above you'll see a little white between Tigger and the MM Head b'c I couldn't figure out how to cut out the white in between without trashing the transfer! :laughing:


otherwise you can just trim as close as you can but you will see white - like on this one - when you use a dark transfer:

http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk100/usavvy2/Dis%20Tees/P4120004.jpg

or this one:

http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk100/usavvy2/Dis%20Tees/P4120007.jpg


the only other option is to use a LIGHT TRANSFER, like I did on these shirts:
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk100/usavvy2/Dis%20Tees/33049c6c.jpg and


http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk100/usavvy2/Dis%20Tees/0f5a4070.jpg

the only problem is... that you will see exactly the color that's on the tee like the blue on the shirt above came through on the "roll of film" transfer itself. Not nice. :rolleyes1 Oh yeah and I don't personally like that transparent look (like scotch tape). :3dglasses

decisions, decisions. (Personally, I'd cut the white away from the Mickey head as close as possible but that's my opinion.) As far as color goes, a red t gives a dramatic effect, a gray t hides a multitude of sins, and a white t looks crisp and clean but I used whatever worked - the Incredibles I did on yellow (too bright now that I look back at them), the various MM heads I did on gray, white, green, and red ts. Sometimes I went for a "pop" of color like on this one:

http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk100/usavvy2/Dis%20Tees/P4120001.jpg


Good luck whatever you decide! Here's a little pixie dust to help you along the way... :wizard:pixiedust:

[heartbeeps]

For those who have made tote/trick or treat bags... Did you wash before ironing on the design, or do the vinegar wash afterwards? It's not like DD will be wearing the trick or treat bag, so I'm not so afraid of the color running. But, do the canvas bags at the craft stores have sizing on them as well that I need to wash off?:confused3 I'm just afraid of it not looking as "crisp" if I wash it first. Thank you so much for all the help!

I did not wash mine, it worked fine (not sure if there was sizing on it or not - just took a chance).

[heartbeeps]

I have a quick question...did a stick family on a red shirt. Shirt was pre-washed, and I was using a dark transfer. I was expecting a white background with a red border...what I got was a dark pink background with a red border.

I'm guessing it was because I did not use M_I_C_K_E_Y's transfers? Could it have been another reason? The dark transfers were Hanes. (shirts were not, so there went the idea of their 'mess up' insurance!)

may have been the transfer itself (but I doubt it); more likely the iron was left on too long or was too hot! BTW, I use HP transfers (not MICKEYs w/o a problem). Never used Hanes transfers - never even saw them!

[heartbeeps]

Any good transfers papers that I can find at a local craft store, walmart or office supply store? I want dark transfers, and I have HP Photosmart printer of those all in one, printer, scanner, fax ones.

Also, any ideas buying for 100% cotton shirts? I'm thinking blue and maybe brown ones for all of us if I can find them. I need adults XL, kids 10-12 and kids size 5, so I may have to go white as it would be easier for find the colors in the sizes I need.

if u need to buy locally, I'd recommend HP transfers; avery as a 2nd choice. If buying online you can get either HP (fast overnight shipping sometimes even free) or Amy's (MICKEY'S). There are others but these have been proven to work reliably well!

Re tees just go to Walmart or Michael's or even the Dollar Tree store and see what's available. And, don't think they all need to be the same color - perhaps girls in one color - boys in a different or adults in one color and kids in a different or everyone in different colors with the same designs. Lots of ways to slice it! good luck.

[heartbeeps]

What software program do use? Totally did no know I needed a software program. Help me!!

re software program, if you want to add anything (like a name) to a design that's already available as a generic, then you'd need a software program like Photoshop. If the design is "good to go" and needs no modification, then you won't! Sorry I wasn't clear on that distinction.

Personally, I used Camedia which came with my Olympus digital camera for modifying the design or Photoshop Elements 6.0 when I decided I couldn't live without that!

[heartbeeps]

I tried my hand at this iron-on thing for the first time ever tonight, and I'm so upset! My first shirt turned out fine, but shirts two and three look terrible. The white background of the transfers turned yellow!
I thought maybe the iron was too hot, so I turned it down, but then the transfer wouldn't stick to the shirt properly. Does anyone have any suggestions for what I may be doing wrong? Oh yeah, I leave in TWO days!

sorry nobody answered in time for your trip but here's my thoughts on the problems as it may help others -

yellow?! Hmmm, sounds like the iron was too hot.
doesn't "stick" - hmmm, sounds like the iron was too cool (or wasn't washed first and had sizing on it).

[heartbeeps]

after reading some more I realized that this wasn't possible so I guess I am stuck! Hubby won't pay for more ink but I have all of these great disigns to make.

all you need is a little luck - and a friend with an ink jet printer! Perhaps you can swap something in return for using their printer! Try it if it's not too late.

[heartbeeps]

...okay.....hmmmm...don't know how to attach/include a photo....help please
to attach a photo, the photo first needs to be in a public account (e.g., photobucket, smugmug). Copy the "img" code for the photo then click on the icon above your post that shows a postcard image - a couple of mountains with a postage stamp - it'll be just to the left of the "wrap" icon and just to the right of the "insert email link" icon while you're composing your post.

[Aryn]

Ok, I have a problem that I hope someone can answer for me. I followed the directions for printing out a design out of a photobucket, but it is fuzzy!
I dont know what I am doing wrong, i made the pic 100% to copy/paste from photobucket and printed but it is not as "crisp" looking as the ones I am seeing on here.

I did not change anything in the actual design, I just picked the size I wanted and printed. I have a HP printer/scanner, that I thought was pretty good.

I hope someone can help me
Thanks

[heartbeeps]

Ok, I have a problem that I hope someone can answer for me. I followed the directions for printing out a design out of a photobucket, but it is fuzzy! I dont know what I am doing wrong, i made the pic 100% to copy/paste from photobucket and printed but it is not as "crisp" looking as the ones I am seeing on here.

sounds like it's too big for the # of pixels in the design - Are you stretching the size at all? (If the design you selected was 100% to begin with then I'd guess you are making it bigger than it can be - may not be anything you're doing wrong but how the original design was made.)

[chaoscent]

Check to be sure you are copying shirt DISigns. I have disigns in my account that are made for 4x6 cards. Others might have DISigns that are not for shirts but for other things. if all else fails, go to the DISigner and ask them? Penny

[heartbeeps]

Check to be sure you are copying shirt DISigns. I have disigns in my account that are made for 4x6 cards. Others might have DISigns that are not for shirts but for other things. if all else fails, go to the DISigner and ask them? Penny

thanks for the insight Penny!

[heartbeeps]

Penny, glad you had a good time at WDW! Welcome back.

[chaoscent]

Penny, glad you had a good time at WDW! Welcome back.
Thanks, good to be home. :)

[muffinator]

I'm going to be making some shirts later on this summer, and I have a question regarding the vinegar wash.... Do I HAVE to dry them in a dryer after the vinegar wash or can they air dry. I ask because none of my clothes get dried in the dryer and I would like to avoid the dryer if possible. TIA!

[heartbeeps]

I'm going to be making some shirts later on this summer, and I have a question regarding the vinegar wash.... Do I HAVE to dry them in a dryer after the vinegar wash or can they air dry. I ask because none of my clothes get dried in the dryer and I would like to avoid the dryer if possible. TIA!

If you do the vinegar wash, it's my understanding that you need to put them in the dryer b'c they need the heat to "set."

[muffinator]

Thanks for your answer! Guess I'll be skipping that step! :) Thankfully it's optional! lol

[heartbeeps]

Thanks for your answer! Guess I'll be skipping that step! :) Thankfully it's optional! lol

you're welcome!

[RustManFan]

bump for new T-shirt makers!

[heartbeeps]

bump for new T-shirt makers!

thanks!

[KarenW]

Anyone use this paper - Jet Opaque™ (Orange Back)? It is from a seller on :wizard: and he claims it is the best on the market. I won a $25 gc from a sweepstake that :wizard: held and so I would like to use that to order. Free is always good, but not if the product stinks! Thanks.

ETA: I think I'll start a new thread for this question - I believe it has gotten lost at the end of this one!

[heartbeeps]

Anyone use this paper - Jet Opaque™ (Orange Back)? It is from a seller on :wizard: and he claims it is the best on the market. I won a $25 gc from a sweepstake that :wizard: held and so I would like to use that to order. Free is always good, but not if the product stinks! Thanks.

ETA: I think I'll start a new thread for this question - I believe it has gotten lost at the end of this one!

I concur - start a new thread on this question!

[KarenW]

I concur - start a new thread on this question!

I did - no one answered. I guess no one has used them. I found some reviews on another site and they seemed to really like them, so I went ahead and ordered them.

[dd50]

I just read through all 24 pages.:laughing: I have a question that didn't get answered. If you don't have parchment paper can you use wax paper?

I see that it is mentioned that HP or Avery is better. Where can I find them. I am going to use dark transfer paper. I would have ordered from AmyMickey but I am a procrastinator and leaving on Saturday.


I keep seeing questions about the vinegar rinse. I have been doing this for years and you don't smell the vinegar. It is much better than fabric softener because it does the same thing cheaper and with no chemicals. I learned that trick in the 80's when black jeans came out. They would fade so fast and 2 months later you had gray jeans. As I couldn't afford to get them dry cleaned all the time some one told me about the vinegar and it really works. It sets the color so the fabrics don't fade and cuts the soap that is left on clothes.

[M_I_C_K_E_Y]

I just read through all 24 pages.:laughing: I have a question that didn't get answered. If you don't have parchment paper can you use wax paper?

I see that it is mentioned that HP or Avery is better. Where can I find them. I am going to use dark transfer paper. I would have ordered from AmyMickey but I am a procrastinator and leaving on Saturday.


I keep seeing questions about the vinegar rinse. I have been doing this for years and you don't smell the vinegar. It is much better than fabric softener because it does the same thing cheaper and with no chemicals. I learned that trick in the 80's when black jeans came out. They would fade so fast and 2 months later you had gray jeans. As I couldn't afford to get them dry cleaned all the time some one told me about the vinegar and it really works. It sets the color so the fabrics don't fade and cuts the soap that is left on clothes.

NOT wax paper - use Parchment paper. I believe that if you use wax paper it will melt onto your iron. You can find the parchment paper in the baking section in grocery stores or with the tin foil.

[dd50]

Thank you.

[RustManFan]

thread for those new to transfers!

[Lilo'sMommy]

I saw that someone asked a question about laser printers/ copiers. Ihave access to an AMAZING laser printer at work, and the expert on it said that if you use ink jet transfer papers in it, the heat will make the transfer paper melt inside the machine. Not good! So I ordered some laser printer transfer papers on line, which I hope will work out fine. The only other problem with them is that they must be professionally heat set- no hand ironing. Luckily my brother's DFIL owns a dry cleaners, and is going to help us press them next weekend. I hope it all works, cause I'm running out of time!! I'll let you all know how it works and how they turn out.

[MommaMouse411]

ok..I just want to make sure I got this right..

the vinegar is for colored shirts only..and its for the fabric not the iron ons? or are you washing the shirts right after you are putting the iron ons on?

and what is the parchment paper for ? light transfers or dark transfers? and why do you use parchment instead of the paper that comes with the transfers...

[M_I_C_K_E_Y]

ok..I just want to make sure I got this right..

the vinegar is for colored shirts only..and its for the fabric not the iron ons? or are you washing the shirts right after you are putting the iron ons on?

and what is the parchment paper for ? light transfers or dark transfers? and why do you use parchment instead of the paper that comes with the transfers...

I personally do not do the vinegar wash but I believe that people who do it say it is to set the color on the transfers. I think they do them for both white and colored shirts. This is just a personal preference.

The stuff that comes with your iron on transfers is parchment paper. This is the sheet you place over the iron on paper. Sometimes, you may need to buy more and if so, you can find it in grocery stores by the tin foil.

[MickeyRules]

Yes, you would want to use a dark transfer if you are putting that design on a colored shirt. Your best bet would be to make the background the shirt color - like the purple one you posted and simply cut around the design as closely as you wish. With a light transfer, the only way it will be a color on the transfer is if the printer prints it. I am not sure how dark the white would need to be for the printer to actually print it. But if there is no ink on a light transfer, it will be clear. I hope this helps!

If you don't have any white areas on your actual design, is it ok to use a light transfer on a colored shirt?

[M_I_C_K_E_Y]

If you don't have any white areas on your actual design, is it ok to use a light transfer on a colored shirt?

If there is no white, no shades of white or any areas that are transparent - meaning there is only colored ink that will be printed by your printer than yes - you can use a light transfer on a colored shirt.

[tessiesevin]

WOW guys this thread is awesome. I was heading out to Micheals to buy thier iron-on for our MNSSHP untill I came across this thread. The only thing for me is I don't have any sofware program to "customize" my image. I will be using microsoft word. Can't wait to get started!!!

[littlestix]

sub

[mcgrawfan]

Sorry maybe this is a silly question, but when ironing the shirt do you put something between the front and back side of the tshirt. Like something on the inside to protect the back of the shirt??
I am gathering you don't do this on an ironing board. What do you use?

[RustManFan]

I just printed my first transfer....looks much more muted than I anticipated even though I indicated best quality and selected T shirt transfer as paper type. Tomorrow I will see how it irons on!

[mae5731]

I just printed my first transfer....looks much more muted than I anticipated even though I indicated best quality and selected T shirt transfer as paper type. Tomorrow I will see how it irons on!

Marion,

I seemed to like choosing the highest quality and the matte photo paper option the best. Good luck!

[RustManFan]

and other comments on how the printed image is supposed to look? I was hoping for more vibrant...using Amy's dark transfers

[M_I_C_K_E_Y]

and other comments on how the printed image is supposed to look? I was hoping for more vibrant...using Amy's dark transfers

oops!

[M_I_C_K_E_Y]

and other comments on how the printed image is supposed to look? I was hoping for more vibrant...using Amy's dark transfers

Marion,

I would suggest you iron it on and see... a lot of times, the colors may not look real bright on the paper but when you iron them on, you will see how the heat of the iron really brings out the color of the design. Please keep us posted how they look after you have printed.

PS - be careful about choosing the transfer setting - I have heard on some computers that this flips the design which you do NOT want to do with my transfers. I just print on high quality - like on a regular sheet of paper.

[RustManFan]

Thanks Amy! No flipping problem but since I was printing for the first time I wanted to be sure about how it should look. Will try the ones I am doing on inexpensive cotton tote bags before I try t-shirts. I also cleaned nozzle heads after my first print so now I should be ok I guess.

[Kcat1971]

Thanks!

[RustManFan]

just made my first t shirt. thinking my iron runs a little hot so I will lower the temp on the next one....

[RustManFan]

so if my DISign looks great except for some whitest marks in the black Mickey ears I am probably not ironing long enough? can I iron it more after shirt has cooled and fix this? (with parchment on top of course)

[dspads]

Just wanted to thank everyone for the great info here. I just completed my first t's and it was so easy, thanks to reading this. I used the Avery dark paper on 50/50 blend t-shirts from Michael's and they look great! I think I may try to do a few more this week.

One note, on my 2nd batch I accidentally put the t-shirts I was prewashing in the dryer with dryer sheets. It was much harder for the transfers to adhere -I was ironing them forever. But they seem fine now. If this happened again I would definitely rewash them!

Thanks again!
:worship:

[HETRICKL]

Could you please do the Mickey one with 'Braden and 6'? I guess I should make one for her brother too, since they will both be celebrating.

Thanks!
Of course.:thumbsup2 Here is your request.:goodvibes
http://dc128.4shared.com/img/142417140/8ec357ac/Blue_Mickey_Bubble_Braden.jpg (http://www.4shared.com/file/142417140/8ec357ac/Blue_Mickey_Bubble_Braden.html)[/QUOTE]

Can anyone tell me how to get these on colored shirts now? I have Amy's dark transfer paper. Looking at the other pp, if I don't want to see any white, I'm guessing I don't have any option. There's no way to cut around all that lettering since it's not inside the head right?

Is my only option to go back to the designer and ask for a border or different color background? If so, what color (s) for background and shirt would you suggest?

Thanks - I'm so close to figuring this all out!

[RustManFan]

I would put the DISign on a rounded rectangle myself. Pale yellow or blue or about anything that would go with the DISign....

[RustManFan]

something like this. and the rounded corners make the transfer stick better I believe....

http://i387.photobucket.com/albums/oo319/RustManFan/Disney%20Stuff/Other%20DISigners/102309a-1.jpg

but have the original DISigner do it or at least credit them since I don't know who it was!!

[mae5731]

something like this. and the rounded corners make the transfer stick better I believe....

I just wanted to second the rounded corners comment!!! Natalie's star DISigns were some of my favorites...but the eeyore star shirt I made was the hardest to get to adhere.

[HETRICKL]

Thank you both.

Marion - I think that means I'll be coming back to you. I'm sure I have a design for you. I'll be back...

[mommyofthreeboys]

stupid question--about a year ago, I bought both light and dark transfers and just put them in one pile. Now I don't know what is what!

How can I tell which ones are dark and which ones are light?

Thanks!

[M_I_C_K_E_Y]

stupid question--about a year ago, I bought both light and dark transfers and just put them in one pile. Now I don't know what is what!

How can I tell which ones are dark and which ones are light?

Thanks!

You should be able to pull away the corner and see - if the transfer is clear, it is a light transfer. If the transfer is white it is a dark transfer.

[KYMSRX]

Thanks for all the great information in this post!

Kimberly

[dis2010]

I think I might have screwed up. What happens if you don't wash your shirts before you put the transfer on them? I did several white shirts already and didn't prewash. Am I suppose to wash them in vinegar now or only colored ones?

[dis2010]

I think I might have screwed up. What happens if you don't wash your shirts before you put the transfer on them? I did several white shirts already and didn't prewash. Am I suppose to wash them in vinegar now or only colored ones?

The shirts with the transfer on them look good but I'm wondering what to do about not washing before or afterwards.

Thanks!!!
Tammy

[M_I_C_K_E_Y]

I think I might have screwed up. What happens if you don't wash your shirts before you put the transfer on them? I did several white shirts already and didn't prewash. Am I suppose to wash them in vinegar now or only colored ones?

The shirts with the transfer on them look good but I'm wondering what to do about not washing before or afterwards.
Thanks!!!
Tammy

Tammy,
It is always best to prewash as this makes the transfer stick better because it removes all store/production residue. Since you have already ironed the transfer on - I would not worry about it.

Some here have reported doing the vinegar wash. I have personally never done it. It really is a personal preference. But just a general warning - some transfers will show wear, cracking or peeling after the first wash - so I would personally wait until after your trip to wash them.

If you are using my transfers, you can wash them before your trip if you wish and there will be no cracking, peeling etc... but again, I do not do the vinegar wash ever.

[dis2010]

Tammy,
It is always best to prewash as this makes the transfer stick better because it removes all store/production residue. Since you have already ironed the transfer on - I would not worry about it.

Some here have reported doing the vinegar wash. I have personally never done it. It really is a personal preference. But just a general warning - some transfers will show wear, cracking or peeling after the first wash - so I would personally wait until after your trip to wash them.

If you are using my transfers, you can wash them before your trip if you wish and there will be no cracking, peeling etc... but again, I do not do the vinegar wash ever.

Thanks Amy. We're doing these shirts totally last minute so I wasn't able to order them from you this time. I'm definitely keeping your information for next time.

Thanks for all your help,
Tammy

[embutler5]

I think this is a great thread. I have read every post and even taken notes. I am getting ready to make my shirts but I have a few questions that I have not seen yet. I would appreciate any help!!

1) What is the best way to cut these designs? Most of my designs have borders and I am concerned about keeping the lines straight. Are there any specials tools or techniques?

2) What size are most transfers on T-shirts? 8 x 10? 5 x 7? I am making shirts for adults and children (7,4 and 1 year old).

3) Can you print two 5 x 7 on designs on one piece of transfer paper?

Thank so much!!

[kirs10paige]

Thank you for the info. Very helpful.:goodvibes

[tinkerszs]

My husband and I just made 28 shirts the last two nights. They look fabulous and were super easy. The DISgners here have some amazing designs that are wonderful on t-shirts!

[chaoscent]

I think this is a great thread. I have read every post and even taken notes. I am getting ready to make my shirts but I have a few questions that I have not seen yet. I would appreciate any help!!

1) What is the best way to cut these designs? Most of my designs have borders and I am concerned about keeping the lines straight. Are there any specials tools or techniques?
My DH cuts them and uses a razor and ruler. I always do border, so this works for us.:thumbsup2

2) What size are most transfers on T-shirts? 8 x 10? 5 x 7? I am making shirts for adults and children (7,4 and 1 year old).
For the adults I use 8 1/2 x 11. When I make the for really small children I put 2 DISigns on one transfer sheet. Now for the in betweens, I normally use 8 1/2 x 11. However, some people reommend you cut out a piece of paper with the DISign on it and put it against the shirt (on the child) to see how it looks. Since the kids I make them for don't live with me (I have no children) I print them on 8 1/1 x 11 unless they are toddlers or younger. :goodvibes

3) Can you print two 5 x 7 on designs on one piece of transfer paper?
Most transfer paper is 8 1/2 x 11 so 2 5x7 wouldn't work as you would need a 10x14 transfer. :eek:

Thank so much!!

Have fun, there is also a thread on the FAQ on how to make a shirt, much of it copied from this thread but it is all in one place.
Penny:hippie:

[egjlsmommy]

This is great thread. Glad I found it!

[tree320]

I finished our 7 shirts for our trip next week, and I just wanted to say these were the easiest, fastest iron ons I have ever used. We are a group of 24 and I printed my design out on AmyMickey's dark trasfer sheets. I peeled back the backing just past the design and put it back, just like Amy's directions said before trimming. Actually I forgot with the first 2 and they were much harder to separate. I trimmed each with my paper cutter, I made a square border for my design since I was doing so many. I divided them up by families with copies of Amy's directions for them to do their own shirts. If I had known how well they work I would have done them all. I have done 4 shirts each summer for VBS for the last 6 years and I HATE it. It would take all day, they never would stick. So even with all the great things I read about Amy's transfers, I was not looking forward to this. I was so surprised after the first shirt and I pulled away the parchment paper and there was my design perfectly adhered to the shirt, square corners and all!! The colors were even brighter! Now I want to make more shirts! Thank you so much AmyMickey!! :love:

[M_I_C_K_E_Y]

I finished our 7 shirts for our trip next week, and I just wanted to say these were the easiest, fastest iron ons I have ever used. We are a group of 24 and I printed my design out on AmyMickey's dark trasfer sheets. I peeled back the backing just past the design and put it back, just like Amy's directions said before trimming. Actually I forgot with the first 2 and they were much harder to separate. I trimmed each with my paper cutter, I made a square border for my design since I was doing so many. I divided them up by families with copies of Amy's directions for them to do their own shirts. If I had known how well they work I would have done them all. I have done 4 shirts each summer for VBS for the last 6 years and I HATE it. It would take all day, they never would stick. So even with all the great things I read about Amy's transfers, I was not looking forward to this. I was so surprised after the first shirt and I pulled away the parchment paper and there was my design perfectly adhered to the shirt, square corners and all!! The colors were even brighter! Now I want to make more shirts! Thank you so much AmyMickey!! :love:

This is SO what I love to hear! I am glad that you love them. You will love them even more when you wash them after your trip and they still look fabulous! Have a great trip!

[tiggergalttfn]

Amy -

got my transfers! Fast service!! So excited to start on my projects... welcome bags, pillowcases and t-shirts! 27 days to go I need to get busy :lmao:

Question.... on your instructions it says after you print them you have to let them dry - approximately how long? Just like normal paper that dries within a few minutes or longer like 24 hours?

[M_I_C_K_E_Y]

Amy -

got my transfers! Fast service!! So excited to start on my projects... welcome bags, pillowcases and t-shirts! 27 days to go I need to get busy :lmao:

Question.... on your instructions it says after you print them you have to let them dry - approximately how long? Just like normal paper that dries within a few minutes or longer like 24 hours?

If you have the 24 hours, then let them sit but just as long as the ink is dry, it is fine. I normally try to let mine sit for a half hour or so but even the few minutes should be fine. Again, as long as it is dry, you are good.

[sazzlynn]

You can do (2) 5x7 on one sheet if your image can be positioned with the 7 inch side going down the 8.5 side, allowing the 5 inch side to go down the 11 inch side of the transfer paper. Hope that makes sense. You'll need to make sure the margins are set to allow printing this far out too.

[courtney19615]

how do you reverse the design so the words transfer correct, and how do you know when to flip or reverse?
Thanks

[M_I_C_K_E_Y]

how do you reverse the design so the words transfer correct, and how do you know when to flip or reverse?
Thanks

Your iron on transfers should say whether or not the design needs to be flipped before printing. As a general rule, you flip the design when using a light transfer and do NOT flip when using a dark iron on transfer. This is just the norm and may not always be the case so read your paticular directions carefully.

Be careful when choosing your paper option in the printing menu. Some printers are 'smart' and flip the design automatically when you choose the transfer paper option. I just leave the paper option on the regular paper setting.

I am not sure what software you are printing from. I know in Paint (which I think comes on all computers) you can go to the Image drop down menu and choose Flip/Rotate. I think some programs have it in their print features as well.

[Diane71969]

Do you have a design that I could use for a t-shirt iron on that has the Pirate Ship as the front of the ship and the Disney Ship as the rear of the ship

I want it to say Disney Pirate Night and on the bottom Capturing the Caribbean and no date. That way it can be worn no matter what ship we are on :) or something else that you can come up with.

[chaoscent]

Do you have a design that I could use for a t-shirt iron on that has the Pirate Ship as the front of the ship and the Disney Ship as the rear of the ship

I want it to say Disney Pirate Night and on the bottom Capturing the Caribbean and no date. That way it can be worn no matter what ship we are on :) or something else that you can come up with.


This is the "How To" and your request will probably not be seen. Why not post it as a new post and that way more people will the request. Good luck, Penny

[Diane71969]

This is the "How To" and your request will probably not be seen. Why not post it as a new post and that way more people will the request. Good luck, Penny
Thanks for the info. I will definitely make a donation. How do I start a new thread?

[chaoscent]

Thanks for the info. I will definitely make a donation. How do I start a new thread?


Go here
http://www.disboards.com/forumdisplay.php?f=105
at the top of the page on the left hand side is a purple button that says,
"new thread". push that button, put in
Request for Pirate Ship Shirt, in the subject line (or something if you want something else)
and then post your request. If no one responds, bump it up as this is a very busy site and sometimes requests go to the 2nd page before someone can respond. You can also look through some of the great DISigners and see what they have and maybe your will see something in one of their threads that you can request. Lastly, hit the cruise line thread and post your request there
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?p=44808790#post44808790

Have fun.
If no one does your request, you can always post in my thread. I don't do fills, but will do custom requests. I just take foever to do them. :thumbsup2:lmao:
Penny