01/06/2026
🧢We get asked a lot "What is a heat transfer?" 🧢
Let's get into it! Many of you may know someone that bought a vinyl printer and an iron during the pandemic. Same idea, but better quality. A heat transfer is any design cut on special vinyl, cut into leather, or ink printed on transfer paper (we will get into that in a second) that is adhered to the garment via application of heat!
A DTF heat transfer, or direct-to-film transfer, is a process where the ink is printed directly to the transfer paper.
This decoration method is great for special limited run projects, unique graphics (like names and numbers on jerseys), and cases where it is difficult to decorate, such as around a zipper. While a heat transfer take a little special care when washing and drying, it can still yield a premium product. Many name brands use this method to trademark their items!
We hope you have enjoyed this little informational post. We plan to share a little more of these in the new year!