Can I start a T-Shirt business with a Home Iron? | Home Iron vs Heat Press

[@BethanyMorton]

I started out using an iron, now I own a Stalhs, Love it.

[@andioop5520]

Is it okay to use iron? The print doesn't fade off easily?

[@BrowHausBeaute]

Thank you

[@luisadelapaz5069]

Planning to start a business too . any tips how you start from printing shirts using iron what are the do's and don'ts

[@smartmacdonald]

Want to start something with iron printing but I want to know the name the rubber with the design

[@smartmacdonald]

@@andioop5520 okay

[@maggierigby9668]

Love the way u are always thinking of the new starters and giving different options to suit all budgets.

[@patriciataylor1989]

Matt, thanks so much for being willing to help small business owners starting out by producing videos to show them how to begin small & grow into what their dream is. Also to show the pros & cons to prevent them from making mistakes which can cost them more in the long run.

[@bickhamp61]

I'm glad you did this video. I have the Easy Press for small projects with my grands and I made rhinestone shirts with them. They have been washed several times and not one stone lost. The HTV still looks great too. I cut my scraps in shapes as you mentioned and now they've seen your video and they press them with their own iron. I just save them and we have a pressing party. Everyone has their own iron! Thanks Matt

[@kirifrancis]

Thanks for encouragement ❤❤

[@TheRhinestoneWorld]

You bet! We love to share, help teach others and help you start or grow your business. We also are happy to answer any questions, so please feel free to reach out. Do you come to our weekly free Live trainings here on our KZbin channel? We go Live every Monday night starting at 8pm EST. The Lives are one of the highlights of my week--we all get to learn, everyone in the comments jumps in to help answer questions and it's really a fun time. I hope you can join us sometime! -TRW Pilar

[@kirifrancis]

How to wash heat press tshirt explain plus!

[@TheRhinestoneWorld]

It's always best to turn your decorated garments inside out, wash gentle cycle on cold, then when in the dryer have it on the air fluff, or low heat settings as to not scorch the garment. Hang dry is always an option as well. -TRW Crystal

[@herm_carrillo]

Before my heat press arrived, I had to use an iron to make two shirts for my son's last minute hip-hop duo. It turned out great. We've washed it about 15 times already and it is still holding up.

[@camilleayres7479]

How dod you do it?

[@2good4soccer]

How

[@janellecharles5333]

I admire how you have the time to explain what many people would be thinking. Thanks a lot. Im always watching once I have the time

[@TheRhinestoneWorld]

Thanks Janelle Charles, I appreciate the watch and comment. Please let me know if you have any questions. Have a great day! Matt

[@dougchubb2545]

I just publicly started my business doing decals and apparel a week ago and your videos have been a huge help on this learning curves. Keep it up!

[@MsJennasisReign]

This is what KZbin was made for :) thank you so much for being refreshing. I’m Late to the game But I’m thankful For you for sharing. Stay safe

[@TheRhinestoneWorld]

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching. ❤️️ - TRW Haley

[@angelitabridges7302]

I started with a small (cheap) heat press. But thanks to TRW black Friday sale, I upgraded (majorly) to my dream press 16X20 Hotronix. And I LOVE it!

[@CreatingWithHope]

Curious to see what the results are for the wash test. I'd be so scared to sell anything that I made with an iron

[@katherinej51679]

I started with an iron. I got my my press a few months later and touched base with everyone I could remember that had bought shirts from me and offered to repress their shirts or just remake them with the press bc my personal shirts all had vinyl peeling off of them. The crazy thing…everyone said their shirts were still fine and most appreciated the gesture and ended up ordering other shirts from me.

[@TheRhinestoneWorld]

That's awesome that you went back and offered to fix/redo the shirts. Always have integrity in your business and it'll help with your success and customer loyalty. :) -TRW Pilar

[@torirhodes7561]

Started with a home iron, was never so glad to see a heat press! Might’ve been just a small one from amazon. But it got me through our first Christmas and 100 shirts for sure!

[@latarshastallworth7462]

My first T-shirt I used an iron and my cricut. I recently purchased a heat press. I’m excited. These videos really help a lot. Thank you

[@kimburling3559]

Love that you show both sides and give choices without making me feel like I have to buy items I really can't afford right now... thanks so showing us how to BUILD a business and the materials we can grow into as the business grows.. You are one of kind Matt.. bless you

[@Herconservativemelanin]

Very informative I’m starting a T-shirt business and by daughter is doing custom hats so we are subscribing and binging, you definitely saved us some start up money. Right now the time is not a big deal we’re just making duo’s for everyday wear and will send a few sets to some models she chose from her twitch. Hey did u by chance upload the effects after a bunch of washes, that’s what we’re most worried about.

[@TheRhinestoneWorld]

Glad you enjoyed the video! The best way to find out is to test your products thoroughly, and be sure to add a care slip in with your orders as to the do's and don'ts. :-) -TRW Crystal . Let us know if there's anything you struggle with and would like a video made for! Everything you see here found on TheRhinestoneWorld.com . DID YOU KNOW* We're LIVE on our KZbin channel every Monday night at 8pmEST!!! We host FREE training and some pretty awesome GIVEAWAYS! Hope to see you there!

[@pamelamartin8412]

Very helpful information for those starting out. Thank you as always Matt!

[@jdcogar180]

Thanks so much for all you share with us about your trip down the road to a business that could be part-Time or full time. You are so generous. I am sure you have helped a lot of people make a go of their business adventure.

[@yellowminiaz15]

I used an iron about a year and a half ago and ended up quitting. This time when I got back into this business I said I was going to purchase a heat press and what a difference. It's the pressure I couldn't do. Now I don't have to worry about the pressure.

[@gloriacruz9423]

I have the 9X9 Cricut Easy Press, it's been working great, but I'm waiting for my shirt and cap press. . . any day now. I love that I have a place to go to for easy tutorials. Thanks!! :D

[@1966Chuckles]

Just bought a new heat press to replace my old one that died. So glad I was able to get a heat press almost from the start. The iron was never my friend. But the heat press is my best friend, could not live without it.

[@meganrydman8152]

This is a freaking awesome video, thank you!!! You've answered literally all of my questions!!

[@TheRhinestoneWorld]

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching, Megan! 🤗 - TRW Haley

[@gracemoodie9925]

Thanks for explaining this in a way that makes sense Matt!

[@bburkejr]

I have used an iron when on trips to fix shirts. They are not the best but are a good tool when you are in a pinch.

[@dawnlawrence5603]

Thanks Matt for your test can't wait to see how the washing goes

[@TheRhinestoneWorld]

Dawn Lawrence, Me too. :)

[@missturner3807]

I always wondered if an actual home iron could work as well. Thanks for not just answering the question but providing a live demonstration

[@shannonbuxton3298]

I have tired an iron only have used a heat press. I goin to try the iron to see how it does thanks

[@Craftybowladychannel]

Thanks for your awesome videos! I use a home iron for glitter vinyl for my Birthday pins business. With silk ribbon and grosgrain ribbon. I use the teflon sheet and it works great. I have a heat press for my shirts. I hope this tip helps someone.

[@nadinebarksdale]

I tried the home iron before my first heat press and I working on the 'I hope' model. I hoped that each HTV application stayed on after I washed the garment. So happy that I moved up to a heat press with even pressure.

[@AJluvsJoe]

I did shirts this year for Christmas with an iron and then got my heatpress for christmas. The difference is night and day!

[@bamagirl234u]

I am about to attempt to make my first shirt. I just found your video & really enjoyed watching! Very helpful & I love how you have cheaper alternatives (& encouraging attitude) for those of us just starting out. Thank you so much!

[@TheRhinestoneWorld]

Thanks so much! Teaching and sharing info is important to us. We have free Live trainings each week to help guide you and answer your questions in this industry. Our biggest free Live training are our Monday night lives at 8pm EST on our KZbin channel. Hope you can join us for some of these! -TRW Pilar

[@WendyShepard]

Happy to know it can be done but so glad I didn't have to start with the iron. Thank you for showing others it is possible.

[@nickwhite9421]

Everyone has to start somewhere! Using pink press now, hustling for the 16x20!

[@Paisleyparrot]

This is where I started and progressed to a press. Feel more confident that the vinyl will stay with the press so can start selling them instead of giving them as gifts. Thanks Matt.

[@JakobDam]

Thanks for a superb video showcasing and explaining exactly what I hoped for from the title!

[@TheRhinestoneWorld]

Glad you enjoyed it! We're going Live on Monday around 2 or 3pm Eastern time if you'd like to come hang out for more training! -TRW Crystal

[@diannetrigg7853]

Anxious to see the results! Thanks

[@TheRhinestoneWorld]

Dianne Trigg, hope you enjoyed the video. Me too. Matt

[@someonesometimes1]

Thank you for the comparison video! It was very helpful! Do you have the video uploaded for washed tees?

[@TheRhinestoneWorld]

Unfortunately not, we no longer have that video. However, in the long-run, we don't recommend using a home iron over a heat press, but it does work in a pinch. - TRW Haley

[@tomcat5151]

@@TheRhinestoneWorld did you do the washes though? How significant was the difference and for how many washes did the home iron design hold up

[@asian_persuasion_2445]

Thanks for all the informative videos! You guys are the best!!!

[@tomeajoyuniqueboutiquebyta331]

Great info, but I just had to have the right equipment. I have the Hotronix Auto Clam 16X20. Yay!

[@terrydemie]

Thanks Matt. I appreciate all of your training

[@karenhastie4054]

I'm starting out with my iron, hoping to grow into a small business to afford a heat press! And that is what I've considered doing too! Starting out with small decals and work my way up. Thanks for this video!

[@TamingTheWild12]

Nice to see how both can be used.

[@kennamunyon8693]

I’m saving up for a heat press! Thanks for sharing your tutorials! I am learning so much!

[@yavonnevanhoesen6332]

We have done this. Love the press best

[@tammygoodwin278]

Already have a heat press, but I learn something every video!

[@dorisdavis-begley188]

Thanks for all the information you share

[@lisabatten6068]

I am lucky to have a heat press since I won one from you and Siser at the Houston show. Love it.

[@jennycatton7492]

Love how you compare but still love our presses and the results we get-worth the money

[@susannea142]

You always have the most helpful videos!

[@ginapellegrin8867]

Love my 16x20 Hotronix heat press I purchased from TRW. You guys rock!

[@FreakyChumy]

Thanks for sharing this one bro, I'm still saving for a heat-press so I landed hear on your video, I guess for a simple graphic shirt design I do for clients, I could go for a hot-iron for a while. More power!

[@TheRhinestoneWorld]

Glad we could help! -TRW Abby

[@2good4soccer]

Ayo Asian dude how has the iron been going ?

[@FreakyChumy]

@@2good4soccer Working great, especially for small uniform Logos. Additional income to purchase a new heat-press. Almost there bro

[@2good4soccer]

@@FreakyChumy sounds great man happy that everything doing good best of luck!:)

[@jasonbiro1788]

Thanks for all the videos they are very helpful

[@sweetheart5683]

Thanks Matt for all the great info.

[@NatureZone101]

Nice side by side test. Yes, heat guns are great to have on hand. Looking forward to the results of the wash.

[@rjklick5981]

I am so glad you made this video cause I always had this question and could never find an answer

[@lyndaarnold8859]

I got a Heat Press, in fact two from you at the shows. They work great! I recommend for anyone starting out if you can get a heat press. For the pressure and the temp.

[@mohamedzada4637]

Hello, what kinda stickers are you using, is it same as transfer papers? For iron printing.. Thanks!

[@TheRhinestoneWorld]

Matt is using Siser HTV (heat transfer vinyl). We sell it on our website here: www.therhinestoneworld.com/Vinyl-Foil For designs that are already cut, please visit our sister company's website here: shirtsandstones.com/ -TRW Bri

[@shawneehooks9762]

Thank you for your helpful videos, you all are so awesome

[@loralyndyson1369]

Love your videos. Thank you for another chance to win

[@theperpetualexplorers9881]

Love This Video Great for Starting Out sometimes people forget you gotta start from bottom and work your way up

[@TheRhinestoneWorld]

That's right! Glad you enjoyed the video! -TRW Abby

[@cherrybomb134]

I'm just starting out and right away I knew a home iron wasn't for me. I got the craft press as a birthday present and realized quickly I wanted a larger size for adult shirts so I purchased a 15x15 press. My dream (once I start a business, have customers, and the need is there) is to some day purchase Matt's Dream Kit.

[@blessedmama4]

I got started with a fairly cheap heat press. It’s been doing very well. I don’t really trust the iron to do as well.

[@elizabethmorales2548]

I started with a home iron. Quick upgraded to a swing away heat press

[@tashaobannon7524]

Great video as always. Love the live demo of iron vs. heat press, can't wait to see the results.

[@sweeetpea53]

Awesome Matt, Another Great Video!!!

[@LADeValk]

I used to use a home iron for family shirts, but I would not sell them because I didn’t have confidence in the quality. It was also a lot of work and time to do each shirt.

[@norleen777]

Thanks for sharing the info Matt.

[@kellyashby7073]

I hope to upgrade my heat press some day! Thanks for the videos Matt!

[@mariahallen9558]

Thanks for this. I wish I would've thought of this when my last heat press stopped working. Definitely good to know if in a pinch.

[@tiffanygray8532]

I had to learn the hard way with the iron, it was so much better with the heat press.

[@rachelcamacho8981]

Your company is awesome.

[@latarshastallworth8211]

I'm excited. I can't wait to get up and running

[@ChelJhns39]

such a great video. thanks Matt

[@Alexjussme]

Im still using my iorn... Works perfect just like a heat press been useing my iorn for months now

[@alexamendez3007]

Does the design every fade or wash off?

[@Alexjussme]

@@alexamendez3007 it takes along time but i moved up to a heat press 15×15 highly recommend fam

[@wendyknopp1252]

Great resources! Thank you trw!

[@tanyamack1481]

I can't wait to see the wash test.

[@TheRhinestoneWorld]

Thanks Tanya Mack, Me too. :)

[@judimorawitz8155]

Thanks Matt, I did have some success with an iron initially, but I felt I could trust a heat press better if I was going to sell stuff.

[@1TrutoMyheart]

Thanks for the information on the heat press vs iron

[@LisaPeckenpaugh1]

Great info! Thanks for all you do!

[@cre8ived384]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@tracyvarela6965]

Great how to videos!

[@llkaygifts]

I started with the home iron, but quickly got a Amazon heat press until I could do better. My Amazon press is still going strong after 8 years. I saved up for a better press so the Amazon press s my travel press, but I plan on getting the pink press to travel.

[@samanthab2002]

Great tip for first starting out with your business.

[@PR-pe9oc]

I’m slowly adding apparel to my sign business. What’s the best htv to start with and where’s the best place to purchase your apparel?? Thanks!

[@Alexjussme]

Htv shops

[@carpediembutterfly9165]

You do the best videos! thank you!

[@troyradford9481]

Lucky enough to own a heat press, have yet to experiment with a home iron!

[@Mrsjhasmincruz]

What size of heat press do you suggest for start doing t shirts? Do you think a 12x15 it’s ok?

[@mustangcobra187]

Thanks for Video Matt!!

[@frankgueits2945]

Very informative video Matt

[@gabypajares8331]

Hi! Thanks for the video! Do you have the video with the results after washing the t-shirt?

[@TheRhinestoneWorld]

If pressed properly the stones will outlast the garment -TRW Crystal

[@TheRhinestoneWorld]

We don't have a video, but Matt said the Iron TShirt held up pretty well for about 15-20 washes. Then, it started lifting in some places. Matt said it could have been because he did not have even pressure throughout, since he had to lift and place the iron over and over. I feel that due to the fluctuation in the temperature on the heated element of the iron (much hotter at the tip), that could have also played a part in the vinyl lifting eventually. Hope this information helps! Thanks for watching! -TRW Pilar

[@triciaconner7380]

I do some tees for myself and my daughter's dance team. It's a hobby. I have a Cricut Easy Press. Do you recommend the teflon sheet?

[@luannaeakin8995]

Great help. Thanks

[@leahporter5446]

So excited for the results!

[@twin1146]

Hey I have a question ok what's the difference between they heat press and the cricut easy press?

[@honeybeecreations1167]

Always great information

[@jadebethj]

i have a handmade journal/notebook shop but I want to add some shirt that are writing related. So i want to try the iron first

[@TheRhinestoneWorld]

Awesome! 😊 - TRW Haley

[@jessicadesouza9428]

@@TheRhinestoneWorld hello please did you upload the part 2 of this video ?

[@Elusive0101]

Thanks! Could you link the post wash video to see what happened? I tried looking in your Channel but couldn’t find it.

[@TheRhinestoneWorld]

Hey there! I'm not sure we still have the results video in our vault, as this was quite awhile ago. Sorry about that! - TRW Haley

[@mikeledee8786]

Does the lettering feel "crispy" like old style press on decals of the old days or does it feel like part of the shirt? Thanks.

[@TheRhinestoneWorld]

Depending on the vinyl, and it can be very soft, it's generally quite difficult to notice unless it's a very thick material. -TRW Kaitlin

[@tonyarichardson2763]

love my heat press so much easier then a house iron...but I did start out with my house iron...thanks Matt

[@lesliemcd4863]

I never had to use a home iron, I bought a heat press right away. so worth it.