What Are Direct to Film Transfers? (DTF Transfers)

[@AlfredoBodega]

How things have changed! It's been several years since I cut, weeded, and pressed vinyl onto shirts, hats, and totes. DTF opens a new world. I've bought many Plastisol transfers from Pro Word and they were a great company to deal with. Thanks, Alex, for your comprehensive and easy-to-understand description of the process!

[@DIYAlex]

Yes they really have changed!! It’s so good to have these new options available for all the doors they open up!

[@raechellsmallacombe2973]

Alex you look great!!!! Thanks for doing this video it’s good to know about this gang sheet. I love DTF.

[@cathyannfranko5059]

Thank you for this info. I've been seeing DTF all over the place but had no idea what it was about.

[@DIYAlex]

I figured some of you would be wondering that! I was too until I took the time to watch/read about it!

[@kaylabartley6020]

I’m so glad you made this video! I have been looking into DTF but was nervous about how to get started. Now I can not wait to place my first order! Thank you Alex

[@DIYAlex]

You’re welcome!

[@blessedbeeandme]

Thank you for clearing up my questions. I think I will give this a try!

[@oliviareyes1811]

Thank you for the great ideas. I’ve ordered DTF images before and never thought about ordering logos for my husband’s company. Great idea!!

[@DIYAlex]

Thank you!!

[@lindadearlove5017]

What a fantastic video! Thank you Alex, your explanations and recommendations were so well put. Easy to understand and follow. I had not heard of DTF and was hesitant to try sublimation and ruin blanks. This sounds like the perfect solution.

[@DIYAlex]

I think it’s great to know that it’s out there! I hope you enjoy it!

[@deesledge2065]

Always excited to learn more in the field of crafting. Thank you!

[@DIYAlex]

You’re so welcome! Just another tool for the toolbox

[@sfreeman8035]

Thanks for the information. Will have to give it a try.

[@janebell98]

Thank you Alex for your explanation about DTF and Pro World. Great information. Thanks for sharing!! 😊

[@rhondarhodes1586]

I agree

[@kjoscrappinmama]

Awesome video Alex, thank you for teaching me all about this, I've been so curious and don't feel like I've gotten much info. This is packed with good info.! THANK YOU! I need to try this soon!!!!

[@DIYAlex]

I’m so glad you think so! I was confused about DTF for a long time so I made this video to help myself and all of you! ☺️

[@kjoscrappinmama]

@@DIYAlex And it's VERY much appreciated!! 😊

[@nancyfoster1962]

I love having the option to design and purchase DTF with little cost. Thank you

[@diannabrigham3312]

The prints are very beautiful and vibrant would love to try them

[@cheriejohnson9189]

Great information! I love to learn about something new!

[@cgbishop1]

Thank you for the informative video. I had no idea what DTF is.

[@carolkizziar6085]

Wow! Thank you for all the information. Very helpful!

[@diannabrigham3312]

The transfers are beautiful and very vibrant would love to try them

[@markellecaldwell9236]

I love having the option to design and purchase DTF with little cost. thank you

[@carlynelder9295]

Great information. I'll have to give it a try.

[@emmahope5297]

I'm excited about these transfers! 😃 Thanks for sharing! 🥰

[@2Bs_scrapsNcrafts]

Wow, that’s an amazing offer for the contest! Thank you 🎉

[@rosecrowl6062]

Thank you Alex and Pro World! This is awesome to know. Getting ready to start my business.

[@bonniegross3674]

I am so excited to try DTF transfers. My craft world is going to be expanding and I can't wait. No more expensive inks to purchase. It's just a NO brainer. It's going to be order and press to have FUN...Let's go ProWorld :) Ready or not here I come. :)

[@DIYAlex]

I think so too! It’s way simpler, and no printer required! I can’t wait to hear how you like them!

[@user-ee7jc7gg3b]

I'm just getting started and I do need the heat press! I love dft!

[@emilykress7296]

I think this will be a great way to try out transfers before jumping in completely!

[@AmyMakesThat]

Great video Alex! I’m posting my DTF video this upcoming Monday 😊

[@DIYAlex]

Thanks Amy!! I look forward to seeing your video too!

[@BeckyBradway-zl3qs]

Great job Alex. I’ll have to admit I was skeptical at first; however, you convinced me that it’s fun to try. Pro World seems to have made the process user friendly. Thanks Pro World:)

[@ladydi5678]

Thank you for taking the time to do research on this. Ita very informative. Yes I would like to enter the raffle.

[@jennifergarrow272]

Thank you so much for this video. It def has made everything about DTF transfers so much clearer to me! I am so excited to start making DTF transfer items. Your video had so much great information. Thank you to pro world for the chance to win an awesome heat press!! 😊

[@DIYAlex]

I’m so glad you enjoyed it!

[@jodiinman5649]

Thank you Alex for this video. I didn't have any idea how this works. Going to have to try.

[@DIYAlex]

Congratulations Jodi, you won the heat press! Please check your e-mail for next steps :)

[@jodiinman5649]

@DIY Alex Thank you, thank you, thank you sooooooo much. I'm soooo excited to try out the heat press. I have already bought some designs & can't wait to try making some myself. I feel like Christmas came really early. 😁🥰🤗

[@terriehackemer5831]

Very informative video, thanks so much!

[@KimCosentino-ox1uy]

Thank you very much! Very informative! I had no idea what DTF was and this definitely made me want to try. I also never heard of ProWorld before. Will definitely check them out.

[@JG-nr2ef]

Thanks for the video and info!

[@alyssalasater787]

So glad you made this video! I was having trouble with my 1 - color transfers i had ordered! Thank you!

[@DIYAlex]

You’re so welcome!

[@julien3651]

I love trying all the new things- thanks for sharing with us all 🤗

[@jeanarandle1980]

Will be checking into Pro World for purchasing DTF gang sheets.

[@loriv3946]

This is so cool!! I can't wait to try DTF transfers. I will be ordering some from Pro World!!

[@CheetahTheHowToGamer]

Wow looks really cool excited to try it out.

[@frizzylizzie4556]

Thank you for the great explanation

[@bridgetmiller3565]

Thanks for the video. I've always been nervous about trying DTF. This video helped to easy some of that fear. I'm definitely giving Pro World a try.

[@eileenstarman9620]

Can’t wait to they these transfers. Thanks for sharing!

[@marywasson3921]

I would love to try the DTF and thank you for going through the different ways. I like that I can have the designs printed and just use those.

[@ponderosalr6234]

Great info! I will definitely give pro world a try. Thanks Alex

[@jodeanalewis7767]

Thank you for this video. It answers so many questions that I had about DTF. Now I need to go place an order!

[@DIYAlex]

I hope you have so much fun with it!

[@ginnyr5437]

Love the explanation of what DTF is I am now going to try, before I have been staying away.

[@DIYAlex]

I’m so glad this could encourage you!

[@wilmadavenport479]

Thank you for this information. Very clear and complete.

[@susanolmo4516]

I love this video. You answered many questions I had about DTF. Thank you.

[@LindaRoss-rq5mw]

I will most definitely give Pro World whirl. Sounds interesting.

[@luv2qlt80122]

Thank you so much for the information. I wondered about DTF and you explained it very clearly.

[@DIYAlex]

I’m so glad I could help! I made this video from all the things that confused me about DTF at first! ☺️

[@marydickens8670]

I am excited to try DTF! The colors are so vibrant. I would definitely do this. I have a grandchild arriving next month, I plan on doing bibs and onesies.

[@DIYAlex]

You could order a full gang sheet with his name, initials, and cute little phrases! That would make your projects so fast! 😍

[@susanbaker5588]

Thank you for your information.

[@reinadayes1747]

This is my first intro to DTF and pro world

[@user-he1nq1yy6d]

Love the video! I’m excited to try DRF and even create my own through Pro World! Thanks for the tips and tricks too!

[@DIYAlex]

You're welcome!

[@alannajohnson2762]

Great Video, I am going to watch again to see what I missed but you did make this look sooo easy.

[@DIYAlex]

It is super easy! ☺️ one press and you’re done!

[@gloriasterrett3005]

Can't wait!!!

[@reneemeyer5217]

As always, great information Alex!

[@dwinters2022]

Great info! Love this video and would LOVE to try this!

[@denisewright6095]

Going to try these!

[@KellyAnn2371]

Thanks Alex. The video was very informative!

[@fragilexmom9511]

Thanks for the thorough explanation. I was trying to get the information on whether my heat press (HTVRont) would work or not. A bit worried about it since the pressure can't be adjusted.

[@DIYAlex]

I would say if it’s capable of applying easy weed stretch (which also requires heavy pressure), then it’s probably fine for DTF!

[@nancypogatchnik2438]

Thanks Alex for all the great information..

[@user-io1pn2mh7z]

I was really impressed with the video, and like enter the contest for a free heat press. I would also like to know more about DTF.

[@barbarabriggs384]

giveawy sounds awesome. Great video!

[@bug_queen8574]

Thanks for the video, I keep seeing DTF & wondering the difference between that and sublimation.

[@rhondarhodes1586]

Yes that was my issue with dtf and she answered my question when she mentioned the feel, I’m not against it. I just agree that sublimation is the way to Go, I don’t want my products to crack or peel and after so many washings they tend to do that,, but with sublimation it’s there to stay. I was sooooo confused on the dtf bc I’ve seen so many use some powder and she didn’t use any🤷🏼‍♀️

[@DIYAlex]

That sounds like a video I need to make in the future!

[@lynseycrittenden5789]

Loved this video! Thanks for sharing 💗

[@JrzyJewells]

Thanks Alex! This looks really cool and safe!!

[@americanrealtorsmadison3858]

Very interested in giving this a try~but don't have a professional heat press.

[@DIYAlex]

Best of luck in the giveaway! ☺️

[@ehodge54]

Great video & awesome giveaway!

[@DIYAlex]

I can't wait to hear what you think of it!

[@emilygraham9008]

Great video! I’ve used a DTF from another company and this one looks a little easier to use. I may give them a try!

[@DIYAlex]

I’m so glad you think so!

[@lizbethcalo4528]

Great video... thank you for all the good info... I just found myself wondering for a better alternative when it comes to doing color designs and not wanting to use different layers of vinyl... deff this is a game changer... would give it a try❤❤❤

[@DIYAlex]

I think it’s definitely worth it for specific projects!

[@gonzalez78]

Thanks for the vid!

[@fatimarazon8407]

very intrigued by dtf

[@elizabethcrouch5614]

Excited to watch the video!! Thanks for the giveaway!!

[@DIYAlex]

I'm excited to hear what you think! You're welcome!

[@elizabethcrouch5614]

@@DIYAlex You did a great presentation on DTF

[@hqh1012]

Great information and presented very well and understandable!

[@DIYAlex]

Thank you!! I appreciate the compliment!

[@raeannepetersen3157]

Very informative video

[@miag.7068]

Great video as always. I want to buy lots of DTFs. Haha

[@DIYAlex]

It’s so fun!

[@carissaforbes4195]

wow amazing. ive been wanting to get into DTF but am nervous as im a new cricuter

[@DIYAlex]

I hope this helped!

[@jenniferalexander4604]

Thanks for the great info!

[@dawana1212]

Love this video. Thanks for the giveaway!

[@jessycahannah6527]

How does this differ from vinyl? That's what this reminded me of without the need to weed. Thanks for sharing.

[@DIYAlex]

It’s full color, so you don’t need to cut a separate layer for each color. It’s also different in the material’s composition.

[@donnasievers4096]

I can’t wait to order a gang sheet of DTF

[@lisalew118]

I'm looking forward to seeing the video.

[@DIYAlex]

Just a few minutes to go! :)

[@ivetterivera4239]

Hello, great vídeo.

[@rhondarhodes1586]

I would love to win the heat press. Thanks so much for the information. ONCE you said it had a screen print feel I lost interest, I’m wanting my business to be straight sublimation bc of it going directly into the fabric. The screen print and vinyl materials seem to crack or peel and I don’t like that

[@sylvieboisel]

Very interesting video, thank you. I wonder though if for a singer who wants to sell tee shirts to her fans, it's not too much. Maybe for me it's better to use a company that propose the tee shirt printed already. Some are even doing this on demand I think.I don't know...

[@DIYAlex]

Only you can determine how much time you can dedicate to creating merch ☺️

[@manarelsheikh9207]

Could you share the model of the heatpress you're using please

[@DIYAlex]

It’s linked in the description!

[@amandacrenshaw5182]

Thank you.

[@sandymatulis2494]

Great idea. I'm always looking for ways to print onto darker and cotton materials. I hope I win the giveaway.

[@AnnieHi]

This is very cool! Don't know if I just spaced out, but what about DTF film and powder that you just use in your regular inkjet or sublimation printer? I think I would definitely just order from ProWorld though...much easier

[@DIYAlex]

So when I talked about the “inkjet printer hack”, that’s the process I was talking about! It makes some cool projects, but since you have to use a white shirt and a lot of the color will wash put anyway, I think sublimation makes more sense. I agree, letting the pros handle it is way better long term!

[@darlenevenus4398]

I learned a lot about dtf. Now a question…. What is the name of your color purple you have your craft room. I love that color.

[@DIYAlex]

Thank you! The paint color is Awesome Violet from Sherwin Williams

[@ChaunaCasteel]

What can you use the transfers on, beside shirts?

[@DIYAlex]

Most fabrics should do great with DTF!

[@christinesor1394]

great video

[@brandondpersonal2988]

What's the difference between DTF and Sublimation?

[@MsAnon4223]

When making shirts for myself I have to use Siser easyweed stretch htv to fit my chest, will DTF stretch without distorting the image?

[@DIYAlex]

No, DTF will not stretch as much as Stretch HTV will.

[@littlewifethatcould]

Thank you for this video because I have been looking into doing DTF myself and it seemed so costly to get into! I will add that I purchased some DTFs from a local vinyl shop in my area, and was able to transfer them to shirts with my Cricut EasyPress. I did it on a hard surface and put all my weight into it and they turned out perfectly. I didn’t know you needed an actual heat press. Now I’m wondering if I just got lucky. 😅

[@DIYAlex]

Lol I’m glad it worked for you!! I am guessing that DTF prints are like anything else, some are going to work better than others with various pressure. So if it worked from your local vinyl shop, keep doing what you’re doing! ☺️

[@christybond4176]

What’s a good size to make my designs for the front or back of a shirt?

[@DIYAlex]

It depends on the shirt size. I usually use between 8-11 inches.

[@cyramclennan2580]

I want to do DTF but I need a high quality press and not the cricut easy press. 😢 Wish I would of known before buying it 😅

[@DIYAlex]

Yes that’s definitely important! Watch for sales and see if you can snag a press in your price range☺️

[@christybond4176]

Can you use tape to tape the design down so it doesn’t move

[@DIYAlex]

Yes you can use heat tape

[@glazersworldakamaryschmitt8811]

Can you use the Cricut Easy press?

[@DIYAlex]

I don’t recommend it because these need heavy pressure.

[@SkyeMoore]

Need a new press!