How to Sublimate on Dark Cotton T shirts 👕 DTF Direct to Film Sublimation Hack (100%)

[@Lets.Discuss.It.]

Excellent video, but a couple things. I do DTF and sublimation, but I have both printers. (Also, never used my Sublimation printer for DTF so may be different) 1) Besides coming in black and white adhesive powder, it comes in cold and hot peel. The manufacturer should specify on the packaging. I learned that the hard way as I messaged a lady and told her it wasn’t working smoothly and she directed me to the packaging that said peel immediately as hot peel. Tried that and worked like a charm. As for curing, it needs to be done even if immediately printing. Another mistake I learned the hard way. It can shift and leave sticky spots on the garment, and can cause ink smearing. It also will not fully cure while pressing which will leave ink behind on the film. It needs to be cured to looking like an orange peel finish. Last but not least, DTG printers (Direct to Garment) can run into 20,000.00, but DTF isn’t that high. I purchased mine for 3,000.00, new. It is the 13” wide print. It is the white ink stirrer, roll film feeder and a curing oven. Mine is a ProColored brand, which is basically an Epson L1800. I also have the Sawgrass printer so interesting that this works, but DTF prints white so would still be more versatile. For anyone considering a DTF printer, however, do a lot of research. (Another thing I learned the hard way) There is a lot of maintenance involved. A LOT. And it can be messy. You have to clean it twice a week, belts and under head. You have to use the printer at the very least, every other day. If not the printer head will clog and when it clogs, it is not easy to unclog and many times, it can’t be unclogged so you have to purchase a new printer head which is about 150.00-300.00. They use a lot of ink and the ink for DTF is not cheap.

[@DesignBundles]

Thank you for taking the time to share this with our community! I didn't realize the DTF printer required twice a week cleaning. Just to clarify, you are saying the powder left sticky spots on the garment and caused ink smearing? Do you think that was because of the amount of powder or not curing it long enough? This is all so interesting to discuss! - Dawn

[@Lets.Discuss.It.]

@@DesignBundles it has to be cleaned twice a week and have to be used at least once a day. The white ink container has to be shook up. For maintenance, the head has to be moved to the middle, take a swab and dip in alcohol and clean under bottom side of head. The little cage under needs a little alcohol added and wipe top of cage well. The belts have to be wiped as if any ink gets on the belt, it won’t work. Move head back into place, take syringe and pull ink (and the alcohol you drop into cage) through overflow hose. Then shake the outside container of white ink, take out ink bags for white, (there are 2) take syringe and pull white through and squirt back into white ink container. It only takes a few minutes but if forgotten, the ink will clog and a clog in head can cause you to need new head, which isn’t cheap. (Just had to replace mine for 3rd time in 2 years). When DTF print comes out, some say immediately add adhesion powder but I personally find for me it works better to wait about 3 minutes add powder and put into the cure oven for about 3-5 minutes. It needs to cure until it appears to have an orange peel finish. Not curing make work with sublimation ink. I have a Sawgrass 800 so don’t really mess with the ink to know the thickness of the ink but DTF ink, especially white, is thicker than inkjet ink. The powder is basically a glue and if it shifts when press is closed, it can move the ink it’s spread on and if the powder lands on substrate without ink, it leaves a slightly sticky area where it sits and is pressed. When powder added to DTF and cured, it’s not sticky at all. Like HTV, when it gets heat and pressure from press, it becomes a glue to hold to shirt. The time and temp for pressing DTF is closer to HTV than sublimation also. As I said, it may work to not cure powder for sublimation ink, I haven’t tried it. I’ve only used on DTF. I love my printer but it is a lot of work to just keep it working properly. Many don’t realize the maintenance involved. I didn’t. When I won’t be home for a few days, I have my daughter go to my house and run a print through it daily and if gone multiple days, I have her run a head clean at least. Also, if making the investment, make sure you have enough orders to print at least once a day. If not, you have to print something so wasting ink and film. Sublimation printers can sit without using but DTF won’t. If have the money to invest, and not selling the prints, I’d recommend the DTG printer. No film or powder needed. I don’t know the maintenance procedures however, as I do not have a DTG. Hope this makes sense and helps. :) again… love your videos.

[@LisaVornhagen]

I love how you experiment with different things and show whether they work or not. It's really helpful and appreciated. Thank you!

[@DesignBundles]

You are very welcome Lisa ! That one was definitely a waste of time and money! Happy to help ! :)

[@jayc6159]

You can cut a stencil with your cricut, put it on your shirt, take a sponge and dab some white fabric paint to get your white background. Make sure you dry the white paint first then do your sublimation & powder on top of your white background. It works I've done it several times.

[@AstridDitzel]

love how you explained everything. I looked for the white powder you used but here in the netherlands it is pretty expensive to order unfortunatly, almost 60 euro. thank you

[@danimanchion67]

The powder you were referring to for scrapbooking is embossing powder.

[@ashleygriggs8738]

How long do u think it will be before the white background hack is going to be released. I’ve been thinking there has to be a way to put white dtf ink or screen print ink behind the sublimation but haven’t gotten the guts to try it out

[@heartbreakerboss]

i appreciate you for talking fast but understandable. got start to the point and i didn't lose interests. new sub here

[@DesignBundles]

Thank you so much Jennifer! You will love it here !

[@margaritalutz7628]

I did Dtf hack over white htv recently on s black T. Came out great. Not to see how it holds up in the wash

[@jilliej7]

@@margaritalutz7628 Let me know how it turns out after washing. Just curious, why dtf over white printable vinyl? Why not just use the vinyl?

[@meistercad]

Thank you so much for sharing this experiment.

[@SemoneHoilett-Francis]

Nice! Can you please try DTF dark cotton sublimation hack with the white powder?

[@valenciamaine679]

This work perfect for me thanks for sharing. And I did it on a 50/50 cotton sweatshirt

[@DesignBundles]

Awesome ⭐️

[@bebemoon]

i saw in another channel, she used white htv, then pressed on top is clear sublimation htv from htvront then the sublimation print. it worked

[@annaviolette2734]

White glitter, easy subli, clear htv.

[@DesignBundles]

Yes!! We have tried those combinations and they worked well also! The Glitter HTV and sublimation combo was our favorite! - Dawn😊

[@peterkhanbanypieny9179]

Big thanks guys for amazing things you design 🙌 please 🙏 ❤.

[@DesignBundles]

Thank you Peter! We're glad you enjoy our videos! 😀

[@vikki92411]

I love your videos. Complete directions! Thank you😊

[@DesignBundles]

Hi there! Thank you so much for your kind words. Enjoy the rest of your day and stay creative! - Dawn

[@lamaraallen8856]

Wished u did a test using the white powder on the black shirt

[@DesignBundles]

Hi LaMara! We are continuing to test the DTF products so check out our premiere on Monday at 4PM EST for more information! - Dawn

[@joyscranfield5527]

Like what I'm seeing (playing catch-up, missed cause of my hip surgery). Great video, learned a lot. TY Crystal 🔮 for another fantastic video!!

[@DesignBundles]

We're glad you've learnt a lot, thank you for watching!!

[@allisonilene]

I love this. I have an epson I send my film straight through

[@DesignBundles]

Thank you for sharing! Many of our customers are Espon users so thank you for letting us know! - Dawn

[@alyces8376]

I know this is a older video but I’m just hearing about this technique! So with your epson printer you just use the ink that came with your printer?

[@allisonilene]

@@alyces8376 No, I use sublimation ink. I have 2 Epson ecotanks. 1 for this with sublimation ink in it and a regular one with regular ink for everything else

[@daylethomas6187]

I do really like the clear powder.

[@gerryannbrown9645]

Thanks Chrystal, that's some good information for us, Love watching your videos! Thanks!

[@DesignBundles]

We're so glad you enjoy our videos Gerryann! Thank you! ⭐

[@dawn.ringhofer3487]

I have the sawgrass 800 and it did not like the blue tape so I just used regular scotch tape and it worked. I love my Grinch shirt.

[@DesignBundles]

Thank you for sharing that tip, Dawn! 🥰

[@cherilvernon5030]

I bought that other DTF brand that didn't do well for you ... I had the same problems as far as the peeling, it didn't do well at all. Also, I didn't think about proper ventilation - and it made me sick (breathing issues) for a few days, and even my dogs sick for a few days. So if you are going to do DTF, make sure you are in a WELL VENTILATED AREA.

[@DesignBundles]

Oh no! That sounds awful. I will be even more careful next time!

[@saundrakendall6011]

You need to press the shirt again after you peel it to lock it in.

[@lramnauth]

I am now starting hope it works

[@wendyvaldez7672]

Thank you so much for your hard work!!

[@DesignBundles]

Thank you Wendy! - Agata

[@lissettechanlatte8923]

And yes I use like that I just make one and I like it thank you

[@DesignBundles]

Hi Lisette! Thank you! I am really glad you liked it 🤗

[@wanda6177]

🎉 love your videos

[@GamesWithSyd]

I could see using the black with an all black design to use on cotton. My hubby likes Cthulu, so doing tone on tone Cthulu would look cool.

[@DesignBundles]

That is true ! Ha that is a great example! :)

[@greedygamblerslots]

Can’t wait to see!

[@abigailrosado8166]

I bought two SVG but don’t know where to download them

[@gloriaespindolareyna6420]

the other craft powder you are referring too is Embossing Powder

[@DesignBundles]

Gloria that's it thank you so much

[@jrl9319]

YAYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY YOU DID IT.. IM SO GLAD YOU TRIED IT... because I wondered and also if after pressing could we reuse the sheets?

[@DesignBundles]

I'm thinking of making a test and trying to save them :)

[@stillgrinning]

Have you ever tried "painting" a thin layer of white screen priting ink onto the cured design before applying it to a dark fabric?

[@samyoung6380]

My L805 DTF got sick a few days ago and the parts have not shipped, I'm going to try your hack. Thanks

[@DesignBundles]

Awesome! Let me know how it turned out!

[@luisavalos9535]

Why did you not do a colorfull image on the black shirt, thats what i was expecting.😢😢

[@donnas1131]

I sure hope there is a way, not a fan of white tee shirts!

[@DesignBundles]

Let's keep on testing!

[@eagleeyeprintingdesigning5443]

TO SUBLIMATE ONTO DARK GARMEMTS USE PRINTABLE HTV WHICH YOU NEED A VINYL CUTTER THEN TO CUT YOUR VINYL TO THE SHAPE OF YOUR PRINT (UNLESS YOU DOING A BLOCK PRINT THAT A FULL SIZE OF YOUR CHOICE HTV IS USED OBVIOUSLY LIMITED TO THE SIZE PRINTER YOU HAVE ACCESS TO) HOPE THAT HELPS

[@heatherkarow8399]

There is a gal named Dalonda, Utube who did a butterfly on a black shirt using clear sublimation htv, white htv, and a sub print. It was so easy for me to understand.

[@betsycox7677]

You can sub directly on light colored poly shirts!

[@annblankinship6859]

What about changing the white to a very light grey for black shirts?

[@DenaiseMitchell]

I ve been using the drf hack cant afford a 3,000 plus machine and i don't cure the powder but i was told to apply the white powder then the dark powder on top for dark colored shirts i haven't tried it

[@arlenefigueroa6027]

Maybe for the black powder need to cured before applying to the t-shirt. To see if that way does not feel chunky. But thants for the hack

[@aus-rider]

The black powder isn’t actually for black shirts, in true dtf it is use for colours such as red orange blue etc, just slightly darker then white, you won’t ever be able to dtf on black cotton using sublimation.

[@DesignBundles]

I honestly didn't even like this brand compared to the other one I used I would not recommend this brand for the black and I agree with Aus

[@eagleeyeprintingdesigning5443]

@@aus-rider TO SUBLIMATE ONTO DARK GARMEMTS USE PRINTABLE HTV WHICH YOU NEED A VINYL CUTTER THEN TO CUT YOUR VINYL TO THE SHAPE OF YOUR PRINT (UNLESS YOU DOING A BLOCK PRINT THAT A FULL SIZE OF YOUR CHOICE HTV IS USED OBVIOUSLY LIMITED TO THE SIZE PRINTER YOU HAVE ACCESS TO) HOPE THAT HELPS

[@aus-rider]

@@eagleeyeprintingdesigning5443 I know you can do it that way but it's hardly direct to the garment, what I am saying is you cannot sublimate to black using dtf with black powder.

[@JusticeforbabyDylan]

So what is the difference between black and white powered?

[@luisagutierrez1687]

When will you be trying the other one that may give a white back ground for dark garments? Thank you love this tutorial

[@DesignBundles]

Unfortunately I tried it didn't work 🥲

[@66wildrose]

the only way i saw it working was using white htv and sublimating on it. you can either do entire white or cut out white parts

[@lawana960]

Wouldn’t it show up better if you used bright colors on the black tee?

[@eagleeyeprintingdesigning5443]

NO IT WONT WORK

[@DesignBundles]

I don't think so 😅

[@lynnmettie3214]

I just tried this for the first time and having a hard time getting it to cure or come out colorful on a dark shirt

[@Tessiefaye]

Thanks for this video. The clear powder one just looks smoother. I have a blazer that's 95% cotton 5% nylon. I wonder if the DTF hack will work on it? It's light blue.

[@DesignBundles]

Hi Theresa! If you would like, send us the image that you are planning on using and we can help! Our email is [e-mail] - Dawn

[@krisalis100]

I would like to see a more colourful design on the black shirt. Of course black isn't going to show up. Can you please show something with colours?

[@karlaroberts6754]

Thanks for the video!! Have you tried the white powder on a black shirt? I'd really like to see that tested.

[@DesignBundles]

Hi Karla. We did try but didn't film it. It didn't work since white powder is really transparent - Agata

[@xuniqueeditsxamvs7351]

I haven't seen DTF hack on a black shirt but with INKjet printer. Another video! Lol

[@juliegayson7947]

Embossing powder and ink

[@biri3179]

Hello, thank you for your well explained videos, I always enjoy watching them. Is the powder for dark fabrics also available in Germany? I only found this for light colored fabrics. I would love to test it.

[@genogee4736]

You have to do a white htv offset to show color

[@DesignBundles]

Thank you for the tip! - Dawn

[@giselleburningham3204]

Did you do the white ink DTF trick video yet? I looked for it. Thanks

[@DesignBundles]

Yes check it out here kzbin.info/www/bejne/fZ6vaHusYtigr7c

[@NoNonsenseNan]

Confused. If I have a Sublimation printer and I can already print onto white T-shirts why do I need to do this hack. Is it because that T-shirt is a cotton T-shirt and you can’t normally use cut sublimation ink on a cotton T-shirt? Also, Does this mean that there is no hack to print with a sublimation printer onto a dark T-shirt or is that another video?

[@loralee32259]

This is awesome, thanks so much! I couldn't find the 2nd link for DTF film since the 1st one is out of stock.

[@DesignBundles]

Hi there! Our apologies for the film going in and out of stock, it's a very popular item! You can use any brand, however, I do recommend checking the reviews to make sure that other customers have been able to successfully use the film for their DTF projects! - Dawn 😊

[@MrBeautygal117]

So I just started using dtf now and not sure what's going on. I would cure it and then right when it was out on shirt. When I peeled off white dots stayed in the shirt. Like if ink was not transferred right? Not sure if it's the temperature that I put 325 for 15 seconds. Or powder or ink? So confuse with this 😢😢😢😢

[@ChantalDesaulniers-wd9vf]

does the hack works on other types of fabrics? like bamboo and cotton or swim

[@krystaljohnson6298]

Can you use the black dtf powder with an ink jet Pinter?

[@louiseniemandt2877]

Hi Crystal. I have watch your videos over and over and over again. Just love it. When I bought my machine and printer the suppliers did not tell me that my printer could not print on PET film. I bought everything and now cannot use its. I was just wondering this might be a very stupid idea. Do you think I can make a solution with the powder Glue?

[@giselleburningham3204]

If you have an inkjet , put on best quality.. and it will work on PET paper

[@louiseniemandt2877]

@@giselleburningham3204 Thank you I made some adjustments in my printer and I can print now🤗

[@DesignBundles]

Hi Louise! Glad to see you found the solution 😊

[@BOTG_Adventures]

Q: I have an Eposon eco tank with hippo Sublimation ink. I tried using their icc colours are way off, have you done a video on this? and ty for the video very helpful.

[@TheWanderCat]

@Design Bundles I wonder if after you cure the powder, if adding a white ink or maybe acrylic marker over the cured powder for the white bits and then adding another coat of powder could work? 🤔🤔🤔

[@DesignBundles]

Hi Andie! We are actually filming another video where we test out different powder methods! Stay tuned! 🙂 - Dawn

[@heatherdelacruzstevens3260]

Embossing powder

[@Divaingreen82]

Was coming to say this too. Reminds me of stamping back in the day.

[@DesignBundles]

same it 100% reminds me of that

[@ricardobrooks4337]

Hello, I’ve tried dtf black powder with inkjet printer and you couldn’t see anything on a dark shirt, can you let me know what I should be using?

[@jaminziggy1]

You are talking bout embossing powder they use for card stock

[@reneebeardenwilliams5664]

I love this video! Thank you so much for clearing up the question of curing the powder or not curing it! This entire video was so informative and helpful! Also, I can never find the film you recommend in stock. Maybe one day it will be available long enough for me to buy it. What other DTF film do you recommend?

[@DesignBundles]

Hi Renee! Thank you for your kind words! While the DTF film goes in and out of stock, you can certainly try another brand. I would pay attention to the reviews as well as other customer images to make sure they were able to use the product successfully! - Dawn .😊

[@annettebecker9719]

Can you do a video using the black powder on white with other colours other than black?

[@DesignBundles]

Hi Annette! We can definitely add this idea to our list for upcoming tutorials! We've had many customers ask the same thing. - Dawn 🥰

[@cordeliadaniels]

So I'm new sublimating and I'm just doing my research and watching as many yt videos as possible and I really like your channel and find it very informative. However, I think the first test you did with the black powder on the black shirt was not a fair test. Black + black = black. It wasn't the powder it was the black design. You should have used a design with lots of different colors to see if those colors would pop on the black shirt. IMO. I liked the outcome of the white shirt, though.

[@mandyshoemaker8278]

I wonder if you would have done it on like a green shirt. Or used white powder for the black shirt

[@DesignBundles]

Hey Mandy! The powder brand recommends using the dark powder for a darker fabric, and the white for a white shirt. We're still testing the dark powder though!- Dawn

[@BOTG_Adventures]

Can i use that transfer film in my ecotank with hippo sublimation ink?

[@ericrumlin7633]

How do you do the dtf hack with the black t shirt for the colors to show do you need a white vinyl behind it?

[@AmourFateGiftShop]

Hello! I'm learning the process of transfer printing by watching your videos. I do have a question. What kind of size Circuit do you use. Also what brand and type of heat press are you using? Thanks!

[@DesignBundles]

Hi there! Crystal is using a Cricut Explore Air 3 and the heat press is a Stahl's A2Z swing away heat press. In this video, Crystal also uses the Cricut Easy Press. - Dawn

[@kellyrosario-pr9vp]

I love this hack!! I have a design that the lettering is white and the image with it is red yellow and orange. The design needs to go on a black 100% cotton shirt. How will this work ? I have an Epson sublimation printer.

[@DesignBundles]

Hi Kelly! It sounds like you may need to use HTV or sublimate on a lighter shirt as sublimation printer won't be able to print white - Dawn

[@jodisunday946]

I used the powder that you like and one of the PET Films you recommended and still can't get the hack to work.

[@DesignBundles]

what printer are you using

[@lissettechanlatte8923]

I made mine it was just like yours

[@DesignBundles]

Hey Lissette! Thank you for watching and great minds think alike 😍- Dawn

[@pieperbishop451]

So, here's a question. When I was searching the powder on A-word, there was clear, and there was white. So.... If there is white, can you use it on black? Then the white could be white? Just a thought. But you also said that clear and white are the same. Are they? Help!!

[@Paraburzoo]

I can’t understand when the black and white prefers both say the same thing. For use in white, light, dark and black???

[@DesignBundles]

Mine is white but comes out clear I'm to curious if there is one that is solid white?

[@ssvcustomtransfers]

Black powder is for use on poly garments to block dye migration. The white is not a true white. It cures almost clear so as not to be seen on the garment.

[@playtone229]

Am I missing something??? When you printed the "pink" version, I never saw pink on your print. Also, I've seen other people use DTF powder on black shirts and they come out in color.

[@jilliej7]

Tell me where you saw it. Would love to see it!

[@pauline..slater5280]

The powder you was thinking of Crystal is Embossing powder.

[@DesignBundles]

Thank you!

[@John-ms9tv]

Why do the rollers in your printer not smear the ink since it goes through the machine still wet??

[@eagleeyeprintingdesigning5443]

GOOD QUESTION. WOULD LIKE TO KNOW THAT AS WELL. I USE AN EPSON PRINTER FOR SUBLIMATION AND I REMOVED THOSE WHEELS THAT COULD SMEAR THE INK.

[@DesignBundles]

Hi John! It may be that the design is less than the size of the rollers! - Dawn

[@acho66]

With all my respect this is not how it is supposed to be done. Mixing sublimation and DTF may do it for personal use but in order to sell the products you need to use proper technology. This is not going to save you $20k for DTF printer!! I am printing DTF transfers for over 2 years and I purchased the right equipment and consumables for it

[@ssvcustomtransfers]

Exactly. Just putting people's health at risk. The fumes are toxic. I have replied to every video stating this but @designbundles doesn't seem to care and just keep pushing out false and dangerous information.

[@DesignBundles]

I do agree this is more intended for a crafter or even a small business making a few shirts but if your going to be making 100's of shirts a day you would definitely need a DTF Printer

[@kelleylarkin5819]

I love this tutorial! I keep it on while doing my DTF transfers just to remind me of the steps. I wanted to know if you have had any problems with streaking on the transfer with the ink? I use a converted Epson 2720 and the black ink often will streak some. If so, how can I fix this? Thanks!!!

[@DesignBundles]

Hi Kelley! Have you cleaned the machine including the nozzles lately? There could be dust or ink left in other areas of the machine! How often do you use the Epson? - Dawn

[@kelleylarkin5819]

@@DesignBundles I did try that. I have now started playing with the densities in my extended settings. That seems to help quite a bit.

[@lorithibodeauxgizzi1419]

Thank you for your videos!! I have the Epson ET-8550 abs make larger prints. Can you buy larger film paper? Thanks!

[@DesignBundles]

Hi Lori! Yes! I just found A3 size on amazon here amzn.to/3ZzyVH6 take a look! There are also the whole big rolls that you could maybe pre-cut if you needed specific size. - Agata

[@auroranya]

Good evening, I would like some advice because I am currently launching my business and doing tests. I tried your DTF hack technique. To tell you, I have an SG500 printer with Sublijet ink. Being French, I was unable to have access to a certain brand of DTF paper, so I have the following paper: the TRILINIK DTF transfer film brand. I did all the steps in your video but at the printing stage, my design had darker places like dots and when I applied the powder it was still visible. Do you know why the ink has dots? Is it the ink, is it the programming that needs to be changed in terms of printing? I'm a little lost and would like some help to get my design perfect Thanks :)

[@bev2hawky]

Great video thank you ,how did the T-shirt go that you used screen paint on thanks?

[@DesignBundles]

Hi there! Are you referring to the video where the white screen paint was used to create a bleached look? It held up great! You have a wonderful memory! - Dawn 😊

[@MysticalHomeCreations]

Love the idea but both powders you used are sold out what else could I use?

[@DesignBundles]

Hi there! The Godora DTF white powder is back in stock!- Dawn

[@62798spanky]

have you had a chance to test another hack with the different colored powders you mentioned? And btw... thank you! Very helpful!

[@DesignBundles]

Hi there! we are currently testing different hacks with the powdered sublimation products. Stay tuned for our upcoming videos! - Dawn 🙂

[@sandymcferran4416]

Thanks for this video, I am wondering if the White adhesive was to be used on the image going onto a Black shirt, would the image appear as if it was printed on white ink?

[@DesignBundles]

Hi Sandy 👋 It should be ok! ☃️

[@Ascrapabove]

So, is the transfer Powder for DTF Printing the same as the DTF transfer adhesive?

[@DesignBundles]

What two products are you looking at?

[@TamiT3]

Everytime I did it on white tshirt is came off immediately when washed. I didn't do black though.

[@olearylady]

embossing powder❤❤

[@DesignBundles]

Thank you Nina! - Agata

[@charleneashton4363]

I have two ink jet printers and have a laser jet printer (all HP) and wonder if doing the DTF would work with them.

[@DesignBundles]

Hi Charlene! What type of project are you looking to create? That way, we'll know if this DTF option is the best method or not. - Dawn

[@asmrbygigi5478]

So I noticed that you don't have to heat or hoover heat over the powdered design anymore right? Like u can skip that step?

[@DesignBundles]

Hi there! If you are going right from printer to press, then it's okay to skip the curing step! Crystal has never had any troubles! - Dawn

[@kerenferrisandco]

Can you use sublimation ink on the film instead of inkjet?

[@DesignBundles]

Hi there! Yes, you can use sublimation ink and the Godora powder will allow you to sublimate on 100% cotton. - Dawn

[@MrXindeedy]

I guess I'm missing something here, but why would you want to print Black on a Black Shirt? What I need to know is how to print Colors on a Black Shirt. I've tried all the HTV vinyl tricks, but I don't want a big patch of Vinyl on the shirt. So how can I print Color on Black or at least Dark Shirts?

[@DesignBundles]

Hi Randy! It was just an experiment to see how it would work on dark shirt 🙂To get the colors on a black shirt, you can also try sublimating on matte clear (if you don't want to use white) HTV first and adding the design that way - Dawn

[@annettebecker9719]

Can you use the black powder on white garments?

[@DesignBundles]

Hi Annette! The black powder is meant for dark colored shirts where as the white powder is meant for lighter shirts. - Dawn 🥰

[@karimichelle7777]

The SublimationLife here on YT figured out how to do it on dark materials! PLEASE try it...

[@DesignBundles]

Hi Kari! We will definitely take a look at it! - Agata

[@shelliesims4crafyminds]

Is there a special type of printer? DTF Printer?

[@dejacks6981]

Yes there is

[@DesignBundles]

yes but they are very costly and requires lots of upkeep absolutely perfect for a business but not a crafter

[@suezeeq12]

Hi Crystal! The paper has been out for about 2 weeks now - do you have a link to another one to try?

[@kat2572]

Glad I'm not the only one waiting for that link she mentioned to drop.

[@DesignBundles]

Hi Susan! The OFFNOVA brand is currently back in stock! - Dawn 🙂

[@CarolSuesCreations]

Could you use a foil made for clothing press on top after peeling and repress?

[@DesignBundles]

We would have to give it a try! We will let you know if results are any good - Agata

[@otherwisesignificant]

Would this work on a darker shirt that isn't black?

[@DesignBundles]

Hi there! We tested sublimating on a white piece of HTV on a dark shirt and it was much brighter! - Dawn

[@thisisAshleyxo]

You can not reuse DTF film after pressing DTF prints either, the coating comes off when you peel the image after pressing. If there are small pieces that haven’t had ink on them you can reuse those but that’s it

[@DesignBundles]

That's what I was afraid off 🥲

[@26TASHALOCKE]

Can you use the white on black shirt

[@DesignBundles]

Hi there! You can use the white powder on dark shirts! - Dawn 🙂

[@L3gitttt]

Can you print white ink with powder onto a black tee?

[@jande5143]

Does the white work on black? What about a color Print and how does it hold in the wash

[@DesignBundles]

Hi Jande! There is a black powder for use with darker shirts! - Dawn

[@jande5143]

@@DesignBundles Are you able to use white on black? I'm not sure how the black powder would work on black shirts. I'd imagine it would not be effective. How did it hold up in the wash?

[@amandasaeger4639]

Why do I keep getting streaks when printing on the dtf film?

[@DesignBundles]

What printer are you using?

[@4x4_Overland]

Hi. What program you use for changing picture?

[@DesignBundles]

You can change the designs in Canva or in your regular design program 🙂 - Dawn

[@Paraburzoo]

I ordered some of the film last week and am waiting now on delivery. Is the film brands like sub paper, where there’s a difference in print quality? I think i ripped myself off. Paid $86AU for 30 pages! ☹️☹️☹️

[@cherylwawr716]

The film is kinda pricey

[@DesignBundles]

I'm still new to the process as well and from what I have learned as long as its geared for DTF it should work great

[@rosac8168]

I’m so confused ok this is for submlimatiin on cotton shirts white and colored? And you have to get DTf sheets ..trying to note all this down lol

[@DesignBundles]

Hi there! Yes, this is for sublimation on cotton shirts. The powder acts as an adhesive which allows the sublimation print to adhere to the cotton shirt. - Dawn 🙂

[@eugeniekibombi6735]

Which one is the best printer machine for DTF sheet??

[@DesignBundles]

Hi Eugenie! That really depends but many of our customers use Epson or Sawgrass. - Dawn