How to Sublimate Cotton T-Shirts with DTF Powder
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- čas přidán 1. 07. 2024
- This week we tested out a TikTok Hack for Sublimating on Cotton T-Shirts using Direct To Film powder and DTF Film. In this video, we'll be discussing how to sublimate cotton T-shirts with DTF powder. This process is often used to create memorable t-shirt designs that will last for many years.
By using DTF powder, you'll be able to sublimate your T-shirt very quickly and easily. This process is simple, safe, and can be used to create unique T-shirt designs that are sure to impress. Watch this video to learn how to sublimate your T-shirts with DTF powder and get started on some amazing designs!
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Sublimation Epson EcoTank ET-2760: amzn.to/3qqBDhF
Printers Jack 400ML Sublimation Ink: amzn.to/3RTXCJl
DTF Transfer Film PET: amzn.to/3qoY86v
DTF Powder Digital Transfer Hot Melt Adhesive: amzn.to/3QsCF7j
Sublimation Spray for Cotton: amzn.to/3T9RQ7n
A-SUB Sublimation Paper 8.5x11: amzn.to/3eERCG3
DTF Transfer Printer A3 L1800 Printer: amzn.to/3B14dep
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This hack does work…. The press temperature and press time is what I use. The butcher paper is not necessary because it doesn’t bleed through your garment. Lastly, what went wrong was you cured the film paper for way too long. It only needs to cure for about a minute at max, 30-45 seconds is ideal. You actually can skip the cure process altogether and it’ll still work. Curing it too long will cause for the ink to completely dry. This will cause for the press to try and transfer for ink that’s already been dried, causing for it to give the distressed look and not all the ink to come off the film onto the garment. So try the hack again, only this time don’t cure it more than a minute or not at all. Hope this helps someone…❤
I don’t sublimate or DTF so I can’t help you but I love to watch your videos no matter what!
I started doing this and you're baking it to long. What I've done is just heating (baking) till the powder melts a bit, usually 2 min give or take. I press at 385 for 45 seconds and then I peel fast in one motion once cool, not letting it get completely cold. Hope this helps and y'all do more videos on this :)
do you add pressure?
And you have to heat after the peel to make the colors pop
I do it but I don’t cure it. After I do the powder then go ahead and press it on the shirt 385 for 35 secs, heavy pressure. Do a cool/cold peel, and I don’t have any issues.
Yes this seems to be the best way I’ve seen it done too
Thanks for your comment ! I believe not cure it prior to use the heat press is the best choice ! I mean, I did not tried yet but an lady here in CZcams did without cure , and it worked perfectly !
Thank you! I was about to give up on this method. I just tried yours & it worked perfectly! Film was almost clear this time.
How was it after you washed the shirt?
@@ssmoothe2000 Exactly the same. I didn’t even follow the washing instructions.
I love this channel, i have seen so many techniques before i found this channel last week that i would love to try but it is far too expensive to experiment and this is such a raw look at how things can and cant work, definitely helped me choose wisely - thank you
Awesome!!! This is exactly what I planned on doing this weekend 😀😀😀
Love the baking sheet Idea!! that is awesome!
Thank you for trying it out!
This is awesome. I can't wait to try it
Much needed video to compare DTF to sublimation and sublimation + DFT powder.
Thank y’all for the video.
Kim, we both looked at each other when Garrett went back over the shirt after you lin rolled it 😂😂😂😂He play too much...
It works GREAT !!
Thank you for all that you have taught me alot of us dont have the money to constantly try new hacks to make our small business grow you us know yes or no i appreciate the honest luv you guys thank you from NewYork city 😍
You guys have come so far. So happy for you and may more blessings come your way. Always fun with you 💕 2. Thank you for sharing. 😁
i seriously like the way you both went through making mistakes and working on the perfect one meaning you been sincere to us that there is a chance to make mistakes. Much respect to you guys
But would those mistakes happen using real Business equipment?
Great job. I love your channel and all your videos💕💕💋💋💎💎
Thanks Vanessa!
You need to press again after pulling up the transfer sheet so it can absorb into the cotton. I think I have seen for 20 seconds.
The butcher paper is causing a barrier. Pet dtf film doesn't require a cover. But it was good to see the different try.
We want to try this again. People like you are leaving great tips, so maybe next time it will work perfectly. Kim killed our DTF printer so we might be trying it sooner than planned. LOL Thanks, Andrea! ~garrett
i recently bought a sawgrass easy subli sg 500 printer, 15x15 high pressure heat press & DTF Dryer Oven along with needed supplies & I am going to try it & see how it goes 🙏🤞🏼😂🥰
It's not glue, its TPU powder, which stands for Thermoplastic Polyurethane, its literally a plastic. TPU is also used for phone cases & 3D printing. Just a flexible stretchable plastic that melts into the shirt.
You can 3D print a design with TPU filament & heatpress it onto a shirt. 3DLifeOn CZcams channel did this years ago.
This vid is a year old. The hack does work. I use medium pressure at 400 degrees for 30 sec. Press again for 10 sec.
Beautiful colors. Love anything 💀 ☠️
Could it be the adhesive you’re spraying on the carrier sheet is affecting it ? I’ve seen just masking tape being used and it works
I have a sublimation printer and tried this hack: I did not bake the adhesive before pressing with heat press for 60 sec sec 400degrees F. Worked well. but I agree the details get blurry- not as crisp as straight DTF or straight sub on polyester
We tried the same experiment yesterday. We ended up at 345 temp and 40 seconds and a cool peel.
Very nice
Great video! Do you take the copy paper off before you press?
Thanks
I tried it just because, something to do besides my plastisol transfers I make. I used a grey shirt and it actually came out nice no distress at all. It looks no difference than plastisol. It's feels thick like a patch or vinyl. You'll get better results if you use a clamp heat press with heavy pressure. 380f 40sec. I shouldn't take more than a minute or two to cure the powder. When it turns from white back to the ink color it's done remove from heat and press. 👍
How do u make your transfers
Dtf with sublimation on 100% white n light colors come out AWSOME!! I use epson ec 2800.. do not have to apply tape! Most epsons, set it to A4 matte premium.. make sure u read if it's a hot peel or cold peel!! If u have resistance! LET SIT N COOL!!
Please use caution when using sub printer. There is a film on the dtf film and as it feeds through printer it rubs off. I have had to clean roller wheels.
having real trouble getting to print whit with dtf any sugestions maybe the sublimation hack would work good with all white
I’ve seen someone do this, and I was sus. Leave it to K&G to help us figure it out!! Love you guys!! 💗 Thanks for all you do!
I gotta get a press… for the ease of use. And the mini leaf blower 😂 Epic! In true K&G style!
Could you give us a breakdown on what it cost to print each skull image aprox?
A best guess would suffice
I love dtf i use 385 for 15 secs and it works great I use it all the time :)
Do you post videos???💜💜💜💜💜💜
Many products are not available on amamzon. Where to get a complete set, including the heater?
Like the DTF best. How are you liking your DTF printer
ive got a epson 3830 eco tank, it doesnt have a rear paper feeder, wondering if this could be a problem? :(
what is the spray you used for cotton?
The problem is you cannot use a cricket easy press for DTF you have to have a heat press for the pressure. I know a lot of people like to use a bunch of hacks and clean they work but they just do not last. Which causes them to cheat their customers.
I was thinking same watching this. I was like why they using that easy press instead heat press. They are NOT the same.
Cold wet cloth or paper towel works to cool it quickly for me
You guys are so cute I love all your ideas but I have a question when your sublimation print peels off your shirt why is that can you help
What print settings did you use
Thanks
I just use regular old inkjet transfer on white shirts.
I think people go the DTF route with printers that have five or more inks so they can use white and print on ANY color shirt. At least that's what I thought.
I found the butcher paper leaves a pink to cotton shirts so I just use regular part which meant paper it's white and clear it works so much better than the butcher paper
I think you might have over cooked it. 15 minutes seems long. I saw another video speak to this recently. I have tried this several times (385* for 40 sec, cool peel) and it worked great. You do have to do a second press after the peel to make the "plastic" feel go away. I had one not work, and I think it's because I over cooked the powder, too.
You are supposed to put the picture down, then the parchment paper, heat for 30 seconds, let cool.
● Reheat for 60 seconds.
● Let cool to touch then peel😁.
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did yall take the copy paper off or kept it on there after you put the powder on
Not everyone can afford a dtf printer. I wish I could. But I play with the dtf with the sublimation. Your colors are great with the Dtf printer
seen it also with inkjet ink as well
What print setting do you use
Where did u get your logo done that’s hanging on the wall behind u
It works but you need a longer time and cold peel
I don't use glue to adhere the paper. I use a piece of painters tape and tape the paper together.. it does work. I do 385 at like 45
Do you think it can replace dtf ? I’m now converting my epson printer now 😅
If sublimation had DTF grahipcs colors and more and had all print option on clothes it would be dope.
I have dtf samples I’m trying out and found using easypress didn’t work so well not enough pressure. Also found for me 300 and 10 seconds didn’t wok. The instruction on one was hot peel which definitely didn’t work. Using my press I found higher temp (320-325) and med pressure worked
How did you get the paper off of the transfer?
I got a box of powder off Amazon with dtf paper I used 100% cotton shirt did 90 seconds at 325 degrees medium to heavy pressure then cool peal and then press again 20 seconds and it works for me perfect wish I knew how to share a photo
WHICH POWDER DID YOU PURCHASE OFF AMAZON BRANDI?
where did you order your DTF printer from?
Another awesome video👍. Here is my issues with DTF films. I have two Epson ECO tank printers converted for sublimation. Also, have an Epson SureColor dedicated Sublimation printer. No matter what settings for print, copy paper attached, or anything else I tried, keep getting roller marks. I have tried different DTF films and still get roller marks. Besides this channel, watched every other videos and used their techniques and still get roller marks. Have no issues with any of the printers using standard sublimation paper, only for the DTF film. Any suggestions or your thoughts for my situation?
Did you resolve your situation with the rollers? I have the same problem
@@elizabethmx Hi. Yes & No. Never worked for me and allow me to explain. Let’s start with why "no." As a long-time crafter with 22+ years in IT, I can testify with certainty that it will not work. I'm not an expert in crafting, but I definitely understand technology. There is no way ANY converted EcoTank printer will process DTF films 100% reliably; it is hit and miss. Why? After further investigation into the type of rollers most general printers use, they are not designed for sublimation inks and DTF film sheets. The infrastructure of print rollers captures the paper from left, center, and right. This means that while general printer ink is designed to dry before touching the rollers, sublimation inks do not; they are still wet and leave portions of inks on the rollers then causing roller marks on the DTF film.
Some folks will remove the rollers altogether to make a non-sublimation printer work as a hack. In theory, this should work, but it doesn’t. Where this fails is with the print heads and ink tubes. Non-sublimation EcoTank print heads are not designed for sublimation inks and, in due time, will ruin the printhead or clog the tubes.
As a CZcams Content Creator myself, I would never feature this video or from any other content creator on my channel. When I do product reviews, they normally go through testing before any recommendation, and I never follow the hype. If this were me sharing a hack, converting an EcoTank printer into sublimation to do DTF prints, I would have at least done a 6-month trial before recommending it, regardless of the social media hype. Also, besides experiencing roller mark issues before investigating, I also had two Epson printers converted to sublimation many months ago, and the heads went bad.
Therefore, here is the solution or "yes" to my answer: DON’T convert any printers into sublimation; buy one made for it. I know most folks don’t want to hear the truth, but the only way to do DTF prints is to have a DTF printer that is made and designed for DTF films. A DTF and Sublimation print rollers, print heads, and tubing are totally different from those of a general printer. Note, a sublimation printer like Epson SureColor F170 or Sawgrass that is strictly made just for sublimation and NOT DTF is a better choice than trying to convert one. Then there are DTF printers that are designed for just DTF Film and nothing else, which is a better choice than trying to convert a printer to print on DTF film.
Yes, the cost for a DTF printer may seem expensive, but in the long run, it’s not. It will pay for itself in two ways: increased sales and being free of hassles from a converted hack printers. If you just want to do non-DTF prints but only sublimation, the Epson SureColor F170 or any of the Sawgrass models will fit the budget for anyone instead of doing a hack. The bottom line is to buy the right tools that are meant for the projects. Don’t do what I did and what thousands of small businesses did: listen to these hypes. There are times when certain tools can be used for something else, but for printers, that isn't the case. I ended up throwing out the hack printer and purchase Epson SureColor F170. As for DTF printing? For me, it’s best to outsource since I don’t print in large quantities. If I did, buying a DTF printer is the smart choice. I hope my long answer helps. 😎
Does the design stretch any or does it feel like plastic?
Glad to see how to handle it uf you make a mistake 👍😀
I love it I am making my husband A can Koozie for our anniversary
honestly works better with actual regular ink now plus i believe you should be using a table top heat press as well... but great videos like always
Does this work with just inkjet ink?
@@DoSmtCreativeEvryday no you can use sublimation ink as well
@@DoSmtCreativeEvryday I just did came out great but I don't know how it will look after washing
You guys are so cute love the video
Thanks!
For for us that are just new and learning when you use initials could you tell us what the initial stand for.. thank you
DTF stands for Direct To Film. This uses a special printer with special inks. However, I believe that you can get the same results using any printer that accepts the GhostWhite Toner cartridges. DTF printers will only work if using the PET "polyester transfer" film, then apply the glue, and cure it, then apply it to the garment.
She said what DTF stood for in the video.
Does the spray wash out ??
Stop using the circuit press. That doesn’t work. You need a clam press or swing away. Works every time. I tried the cricket press with the same results. Then used my clam press and it worked great.
What is DTF powder and where do I purchase item
I watched some that cure then. Powder again. Straight press. Colors are better. Brighter.
Does the sublimation spray still look good after washing?
I've used the Poly trick multiple times with sublimation and still looks great over a year later 😁
was the last DTF ink
The DTF on 100 cotton works fantastic for me. What I notice is y'all love your cricut heat press. I ditched mine as soon as I got it. It just is not a consistent pro quality effect. I got the DTF film and taped it to a sheet of paper. After it printed I put the powder on the sheet like you did. The problem that I noticed was that after you put the powder on the sheet you didn't aggressively snap it to get the majority of the powder off of the sheet. Hold on to each end and then bring hands closer together and then snap twack :). You don't want a lot of excess adhesive. Also there is no way you will get a good result with the cricket hand press. If you have a regular heat press (swing away or drawer slide presses are perfect for this) you put it on the heat press for only a minute or two. When the glue starts to look like faux suede and not sugar granules. Sometime the presses don't have an even heat distribution so you can always rotate it halfway thru. I love it and have never had it stick like your. I think you probably just had so much powder it got on of the carrier sheet when you pressed it down turning your DTF into a heat transfer patch. I first bought the DTF sheets that ended up being 70 cents a sheet. Since then I have found a supplier at half that cost but my next move is to get the 300 foot rolls at $130 if I remember correctly. If you like I could send you the information. I don't want to overstep and put here in case you don't want it. The only downside is I don't have a sublimation printer with white ink. I bought the SG1000 specifically because of the ink waste tray. I didn't want clogged lines etc. That's my next work around I'll be exploring. I love you guys and your channel and really enjoy your videos...but I seriously hope that as far as you have come that you have an actual heat press :). Love your channel...Sue
Very helpful thanks. I have also seen Design Bundles channel do this but they did not melt the powder and they did use a professional press
Yes I saw that one also. I think because it was so quickly popular and everyone trying the first time - I'm sure she heat sets the powder now. This changes everything for us. We don't have to invest the $20,000 into a machine that takes up way to much room - way to much upkeep, way to slow. I can sub the film - coat and press in about 5 minutes. I just need to figure out a white ink hack and I'm all set. I was going to screen print...fail. I might be overthinking this anyway. Faded neutrals and tan browns are hot now anyway... 😀
@@shoregood8759 yes definitely a money saver. The video i saw was just a few weeks ago & she didn’t heat the powder but it came our beautifully.
@@shoregood8759 any luck with the white ink problem? I just got an ecotank to convert, been watching Design Bundles for a while now. She tried the screen print confetti vs bleach hack. The image had white in it but came out clear on the shirt. She didn't address it though, so. 🤷♀️
@@blancagonzales2444 yes I saw that also. It would never have enough confetti. It was a good start though. I was typing a comment before she even got her next thought out about screen printing the white on the shirt first then Finishing with the design. I never do well with the screen printing. I always get ghosting or worse. Also I’ve watched a ton of screen printing videos and they say the white is the hardest to get right because of needing almost 2 passes. She got me thinking though. I could cut the easy subli mask as a cut file then get either those little foam rollers for trim work when you paint a room or a foam brush and apply it the screen printing white ink to the heat resistant backing Let it dry under the heat press and when dry apply it like HTV. I’ll try that Monday. I’m going to be pulling an all nighter. I have 100 Libbey 16 oz glass cans to make for tomorrow. As my backup plan. How much was the printer you bought. If you could let me know. I have the sawgrass 1000 and love it now that I found ink for it at $26 for the 4 colors. They got the new chip with it to so that the printer doesn’t know the difference. I just thought of something else to. There’s a print shop in Florida that does 15 cent transfers. I could order the entire sheet white and then cut it with my silhouette. Thinking about that now. I’m going to try that first. I really don’t want another sublimation printer at this time. I’ll be able to get 100 sheets and I can hang sheet it myself. I’ll have to see about that Monday. If you think about it. If your happy with the production of your other printer. You could make you new one have more than 1 white cartridge. That what the other shops are doing also. Then you don’t need to make two passes. Let me know how it goes…Sue
It’s the glue between the copy paper and film. Just tape the two with painters tape
Check Design Bundles videos, they have found a fix for getting the paper to go through the printer. I love watching your videos. Thanks
Awesome thank you!
What do you guys do when you get pizza wheels on the image? I get this when using the dtf film … I just ordered another brand to see if it was the film. I don’t get pizza wheels when using ASub paper tho. Any suggestions??
I am looking for the same answer.
Me too! I am going to try a couple different films and see if that helps. I've tried every print settings under the sun with no luck.
Remove the top output wheels on the printer seems the only solution
Poor kim sounds like her sinus is acting up- here in Tn we all sound sick….I like this even tho it wasn’t as bright!
MADISON, TN I LIVE. YOU RIGHT ON THIS WEATHER CRAP. UGHHH.
Have you try black powder? What's the difference? Can we do on dark fabric? Love your videos
Due to the sublimation has no White ink, the color would be pale and unseen with black fabric.
I am so confused as to what the hack was. What did you do differently from the first sample you did to the last? TIA 🙂
DTF can be used on cotton shirts vs sublimation is for polyester shirts. The hack was the use of sublimation with the DTF powder on a cotton shirt.
This stuff is peel while hot!
First of all you need decent DTF film. There are 100s of different ones now and most of them are trash for this type of application. Your one is not even peeling properly. Secondly, decrease the distance between the heat press and the transfer. Cure for 3 minutes at 150C. Press for 15 seconds at 150C with medium to high pressure. Peel when completely cold if you are using cold peel film. Finally, if you have a compatible printer model, print using rip software. Then you will be able to apply a bit more ink. More ink = more liquid for the powder to stick to = thicker/smoother adhesive layer which will peel better and survive 50 wash cycles. If your colours turn out dull, press again at a higher temperature to active the sublimation ink. Sublimation ink activates at a higher temperature, but at the same time, 220C is way too high for DTF film. So you end up with this sticky mess that can't be peeled.
thank you
pretty sure with dtf its 400 press cold peel and then after you take the film off and cover and press again
And I've heard it needs a lot of pressure with a heat press. Doesn't work as well with Cricut Press. Not enough pressure.
@@LorraineCastellon-Rowe there are a lot of things that you need an actual heat press for and I mean there are so many things I mean yes it's cute if you're making something simple or want to do some HTV or some light sublimation but it's not going to be as clear as it could be with the heat press for sure
How to make the DTF screen prints?
we have a vid!
Maybe try 505 spray not the Gorila glue
I think if u don't use that heavy butcher paper use a regular printer paper on top
Now, try it on black cotton 🤌
After you heat press peel it while hot
you will use it if you don't have a dtf printer....♥
Lol did he say powder my inks? I don’t know why that is so funny to me but it is lol. Also, I have been trying to tape DTF film to paper and it is not working! I’m so going out to get some gorilla glue adhesive spray right now!
Hmmmmm.......thought you were going to do Christmas 🤔🤔🤔🎅🏻🎅🏻🎅🏻
Hot peal is best
I know that it works with Inkjet because I've done it.
Okay so I do 385 for 60 secs. Luke warm peel and cover and repress 15 secs.
I just put a piece of tape on the back of the film so the printer can see it.. works fine
I think it should really be a cold peel.
And you might have cured it too long... I use my heat gun for a max of a minute but I seen the heat press used for like 2 minutes max
I couldn’t get the hack to work either!